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Murray Edridge: Wellington City Missioner says more needs to be done to prevent another Loafers Lodge Tragedy
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There are fears nothing has been done to prevent another Loafers Lodge tragedy. An investigation into boarding house facilities was initiated after last year's fire killed five people. It's found only half the 37 buildings inspected had adequate smoke detectors. Wellington City Missioner Murray Edridge told Mike Hosking that more needs to be done. …
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National's promise to keep tax cuts is being criticised. Finance Minister Nicola Willis has delivered the Budget Policy Statement and reaffirmed the party's commitment to tax relief. Willis says she's been humbled by how much recent forecasts have deteriorated. Labour Party Finance spokesperson Barbara Edmonds told Mike Hosking that instead of focu…
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Dr Nina Hood: Education Hub Founder on New Zealand school behaviours being the worst in the OECD
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Challenging behaviours in New Zealand classrooms are at critical levels. Over the last 20 years student behaviour has been among the worst in the OECD but new research shows it's worsened over the past two. Education Review Office research has found a quarter of principals have seen students physically harm others and steal property at least every …
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NEWSTALK ZBEEN: A World Without Spies
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FIRST WITH YESTERDAY'S NEWS (highlights from Wednesday on Newstalk ZB) No Fun at All/Seriously, What Are You Doing, Rugby?/How About a Second Chance?/The Usual Easter Angst/Breakfast Pros and Cons See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Door Newstalk ZB
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Dr Ben Beaglehole: Otago Senior Lecturer for Psychological Medicine on New Zealand starting a trial using ketamine and psychotherapy to treat depression
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A new trial to treat depression has been given the green light in New Zealand. Ketamine has been used as a treatment around the world in recent years, the drug showing short-term benefits. Otago University is running the trial, combining liquid, slower-release ketamine with psychotherapy in an effort to achieve long term results. The trial is eight…
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The Government will today unveil its economic plan for how its priorities will be delivered in the Budget Policy Statement. Finance Minister Nicola Willis will give the speech at one this afternoon. ASB’s Chief Economist Nick Tuffley told Mike Hosking that it’s a bit too early for them to have the hard and fast numbers, and today is more about sett…
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Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on the continuing search and rescue efforts after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore
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A search and rescue effort continues after a bridge collapse in Baltimore. A fully laden container ship rammed into one of the supports and the bridge crumpled into the water below. Those on board the ship had time to raise the alarm and the bridge was closed. At least six people remain unaccounted for. Those missing are believed to be construction…
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Geoffrey Miller: International Relations Expert on the allegations of Chinese cyber-attacks against world governments
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An expert says allegations of Chinese cyber-attacks in New Zealand have been at a lower level than our allies. Spy agency the GCSB has tied targeting of our Parliamentary entities in August 2021 to Chinese state-sponsored group APT40. China's ambassador to New Zealand has labelled the accusations groundless and irresponsible. International Relation…
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NEWSTALK ZBEEN: Terrible Response
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FIRST WITH YESTERDAY'S NEWS (highlights from Tuesday on Newstalk ZB) Every Person for Themselves/Don't Poke China/No More Posties/Oh Well See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Door Newstalk ZB
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Lesley Yeomans: Australian Correspondent on the increasing number of Australians looking for second jobs
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Millions of Australians are looking for a second job as the cost of living continues to bite. A survey by comparison website Finder has found that 32% of respondents, totalling approximately 6.7 million people, felt financially pressured to work more than one job. Australian Correspondent Lesley Yeomans told Mike Hosking that there are jobs availab…
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Nikki Hart: Nutritionist on the study from Mondelez finding that Gen Z prefers snacks over meals
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Kiwi’s eating habits seem to be changing. New research from Mondelez shows that almost half of Gen Z prefer snacking over dinner, and 40% skip breakfast in favour of a snack. On average 27% of people skip breakfast, 13% lower than the results in the study. Nutritionist Nikki Hart told Mike Hosking that we’re definitely seeing a change in behaviour,…
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Ian Hutson: Salvation Army Social Policy Director has some concerns about the Family Boost Policy
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The Salvation Army is welcoming the Government's childcare policy but has some concerns. The Family Boost policy will see parents and caregivers able to claim back up to 25% of childcare costs from July, with a $75 a week limit. Salvation Army Social Policy Director Ian Hutson says there seems to be some bureaucracy, with parents having to show thr…
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Alex Walker: Central Hawke's Bay District Mayor on the independent review into the emergency management response to Cyclone Gabrielle
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Overwhelmed and under-resourced. An independent review has found major failings in the emergency management response to Cyclone Gabrielle. It finds the system not fit for purpose and "set up good people to fail", during the February 14 disaster. Central Hawke's Bay District Mayor Alex Walker told Mike Hosking that local emergency management teams w…
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NEWSTALK ZBEEN: Tax Cuts at Any Price
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FIRST WITH YESTERDAY'S NEWS (highlights from Monday on Newstalk ZB) What Are You Prepared to Sacrifice?/Cyber Is Not Compulsory/Dollars VS Dolphins/Stop Pretending Your Whole Industry Isn't Dumb See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Door Newstalk ZB
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Colin Alder: Gisborne Councilor on the 100 person brawl that left two people dead and three seriously injured
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Two people have been left dead and three injured after a 100-person brawl in Gisborne on Saturday night. The victims were stabbed at a 21st birthday party. One person is due to appear in court as a homicide enquiry continues. Gisborne Councilor Colin Alder tells Mike Hosking it was an tragic event fueled by alcohol and possible drugs. Alder says th…
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Gavin Grey: Messages of support for the Princess of Wales and Ireland set to appoint youngest PM ever
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The Princess of Wales and her husband, Prince William, have been “enormously touched” by the messages of support received since she announced her cancer diagnosis. Europe correspondent Gavin Grey tells Mike Hosking that the video announcement was written and approved by Kate Middelton herself and sparked a wave of apologies from those who published…
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Andrew Alderson: SailGP dolphin policy slammed by Sir Russell Coutts and the future of the race in New Zealand
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SailGP was brought to a halt on Saturday after dolphin sightings in Lyttleton Harbour. Chief Executive of SailGP, Sir Russell Coutts slammed officials for their “extreme” dolphin policy. Andrew Alderson speaks to Mike Hosking about the policy and considers the future of the race in New Zealand. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i…
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Jason Walls: ZB Political Editor on Chris Hipkins State of Nation speech and all tax policies being on the table again
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Chris Hipkins State of Nation speech and all tax policies being on the table again In his first major speech as opposition leader, Chris Hipkins gave a State of Nation speech on Sunday. Tax was a big focus, as the way we live and work continues to change with a smaller proportion of the workforce earning taxable salary and wages. ZB Political Edito…
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NEWSTALK ZBEEN: Stop Obsessing About the Royals
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FIRST WITH YESTERDAY'S NEWS (highlights from the weekend on Newstalk ZB) Seriously, Leave Them Alone/At Least Chippie's Funny/Sailing Is So Dumb/Brooke Live In Studio... Just Not Ours See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Door Newstalk ZB
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Miles Workman: ANZ senior economist says the GDP per capita is almost as bad as during the Global Financial Crisis
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New Zealand's GDP per capita paints a worse picture than the headline figure. Stats NZ data shows GDP dropped 0.1 percentage points in the final quarter of last year. After negative growth in the previous quarter, it pushes New Zealand into a technical recession. Per capita, there was a 0.7% drop in the quarter. ANZ senior economist Miles Workman t…
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There’s some good news regarding King Charles' health. Queen Camilla has been carrying out public duties while the King undergoes treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer. She told crowds in Northern Ireland that her husband is doing well in his recovery. UK correspondent Vincent McAviney told Mike Hosking that a woman at a local business gave h…
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New and effective anti-migraine drugs aren't publicly funded in New Zealand, costing those with chronic migraine nearly $300 a month. An Otago University survey suggests almost half of those with the disease meet the criteria for severe disability. Some report paralysis on one side of the body and loss of coherent speech. Neurologist Rosamund Hill …
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Weston Kirton: Ruapehu Mayor on the massive costs of keeping the Chateau Tongariro Hotel empty and in disrepair
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It’s a hefty price for taxpayers to keep the Chateau Tongariro Hotel empty and in disrepair. The Department of Conservation, which owns the land, has confirmed through an Official Information Act request that it will cost $2.2 million this financial year. The heritage-listed site has been shut since February last year. Ruapehu mayor Weston Kirton t…
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NEWSTALK ZBEEN: Bureaucrats Are People Too
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FIRST WITH YESTERDAY'S NEWS (highlights from Thursday on Newstalk ZB) But Numbers Are Easier to Slash/Vaping Seems Bad/Nobody Tricked You Into the Gig Economy/James Over-Shares See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Door Newstalk ZB
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Harsher penalties and restrictions are coming into force as the Government starts its crackdown on vaping. The Coalition will ban single use vapes and increase fines for selling vapes to under-18s from $10,000 to $100,000. It's aiming to have all changes in place by the end of the year. Asthma and Respiratory Foundation CEO Letitia Harding told Mik…
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Oliver Hartwich: NZ Initiative Executive Director on the possibility of New Zealand entering a technical recession
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Economists are anticipating GDP growth close to zero for the last quarter. The Reserve Bank's forecasting a flat zero percent, ANZ is expecting a 0.1 percentage point growth, while ASB anticipates a 0.2-point drop. If today's economic growth figures are negative New Zealand will enter a technical recession after the last quarter also saw negative g…
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Shane Jones: Associate Energy Minister on the investigation into the re-opening of the Marsden Point Oil Refinery
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A re-opening of Northland's Marsden Point Oil Refinery could be on the cards. The Government's investigating the feasibility of doing so as part of a study into New Zealand's fuel security requirements. The privately-owned fuel refinery was decommissioned in 2022 to become an import-only fuel terminal. Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones told Mik…
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NEWSTALK ZBEEN: We're Not Alone
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FIRST WITH YESTERDAY'S NEWS (highlights from Wednesday on Newstalk ZB) Retail Crime Isn't Just a New Zealand Thing/Where the Warehouse Went Wrong/Didn't We Ban Vapes Already?/Winston Is Complicated/A Vote for Light See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Door Newstalk ZB
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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the reveal that more images of the British Royal Family have been edited
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Another photo of the Royal Family has been revealed to be edited. Getty Images has revealed that a photo of the late Queen was “digitally enhanced at source”, adding an editor's note to the image. The Palace shared the picture on the 21st of April last year on what would have been the Queen’s 97th birthday, saying it was taken by the Princess of Wa…
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Terry Collins: AA spokesperson on the discount on road user charges for plug-in hybrids and the removal of the clean car discount
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Road user charges are in for a shake-up after an accidental Government U-turn. Owners of plug-in hybrids will pay $38 per thousand kilometres, a reduction from the planned $53. The Government accidentally supported a Labour amendment on the matter. AA spokesperson Terry Collins told Mike Hosking that the clean car discount was working last year so …
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Jithin Chittibomma: Sandringham Business Association Chair on the police data showing more than 400 retail crimes reported a day in 2023
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A local business owner says there needs to be more action on retail crime. Police data shows more than 400 retail crimes were reported a day last year, with six staff a day complaining to police they'd been assaulted. Sandringham Business Association Chair Jithin Chittibomma told Mike Hosking the Government has changed, but there's still the same p…
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Haydn Marriner: Backpacker Youth Adventure Tourism Association chair on the price increase for Great Walks
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It's about to become more expensive to complete the country's Great Walks. The Department of Conservation is increasing prices in July for the first time in four years. Hut and campsite prices will rise by 18% for all walks except Paparoa. Backpacker Youth Adventure Tourism Association chair Haydn Marriner told Mike Hosking that there's a two-year …
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NEWSTALK ZBEEN: Wrong People In the Wrong Houses
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FIRST WITH YESTERDAY'S NEWS (highlights from Tuesday on Newstalk ZB) More Kainga Ora Woes/Too Good for the Job/Turns Out, You CAN Beat Wellington/Science Isn't So Amazing/RSVP and Pay Promptly, Please See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Door Newstalk ZB
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Donna Demaio: Australian Correspondent on the settlement of the class action lawsuit against Uber
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A five-year legal battle against Uber has come to an end. Uber has been ordered to pay $272 million to Australian taxi operators, covering the loss of income and license values since the rideshare app entered the market. The class action settlement was reached yesterday and is the fifth largest settlement in Australian history. Australian Correspon…
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Bernie Smith: Former Monte Cecelia Housing Trust CEO on the crackdown on Kainga Ora tenant behaviour
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The Government's crackdown on antisocial Kainga Ora tenant behaviour is being labelled a "move back to the real world". It's instructed Kainga Ora to end the Sustaining Tenancies Framework and strengthen its management of disruptive tenants. Former Monte Cecelia Housing Trust chief executive Bernie Smith says the issues it's having are generations …
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Anabelle Creswell: Criminal Bar Association President on the issues faced by New Zealand Courts
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Mouldy and flooding courtrooms, the district court backlog, and legal aid issues are among problems the country's courts are facing. Chief Justice Dame Helen Winkelmann has released her latest briefing to Attorney-General Judith Collins. It outlines the need to raise the cap on the number of senior court judges, and under-funding in courtroom maint…
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Virginia Nicholls: Alcohol Beverage Council executive director on the wastewater study showing kiwis are drinking less alcohol than expected
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New Zealanders are drinking less alcohol than previously thought. Auckland University has carried out the country's first large-scale trial of testing wastewater to monitor alcohol consumption. It found the average alcohol consumption to be 1.2 standard drinks per day for people over 15 years, lower than the World Health Organisation's 2018 estimat…
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NEWSTALK ZBEEN: The First Promise to Break
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FIRST WITH YESTERDAY'S NEWS (highlights from Monday on Newstalk ZB) But Then, That's Politics, Right?/We're Just Not Intense Enough/School Has Always Been Terrible See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Door Newstalk ZB
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Winston Peters delivered a State of Nation speech yesterday to a crowd of around 600 people. The speech came following the first 100 days of Government and included controversial statements comparing co-governance to the Nazi regime. ZB Political Editor Jason Walls tells Mike Hosking the New Zealand First leader was firmly back on campaign mode wit…
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Gavin Grey: UK & Europe correspondent on UK Secretary of State for Defence Grant Shapps cancelled visit to Ukraine
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UK Secretary of State for Defence Grant Shapps abandoned a Ukraine port visit in Odessa for security reasons. UK & Europe correspondent Gavin Grey tells mike Hosking Shapps travelled with the intention to meet Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy and senior members of his wartime administration but Russian missile attacks on the city meant the trip…
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Alistair Crozier: Executive Director of the NZ China Council on today's NZ visit from the Foreign Minister of China Wang Yi
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In the first inwards visit from a Chinese leader for some time, China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi visits New Zealand today. Executive Director of the NZ China Council Alistair Crozier describes the country’s relationship with China as positive but says NZ will be seeking re-assurances about China’s intentions in the Pacific. Crozier tells Mike Hoski…
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NEWSTALK ZBEEN: That's How Winston Sees It
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FIRST WITH YESTERDAY'S NEWS (highlights from the weekend on Newstalk ZB) Maori Don't Know What They Want/Royals Don't Get To Have it Both Ways/That Is Just So Fast/Sailing Sounds Like a Logistical Nightmare See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Door Newstalk ZB
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The launch of Newstalk 1ZB on March 16, 1987
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The year was 1987. The Post Office was split up into NZ Post, Telecom (now Spark) and Postbank (which got bought by ANZ). Lotto tickets went on sale for the first time - the first division prize was a whopping $36,000!). Maori became an official language of our country. Black Tuesday wiped billons off the value of New Zealand shares. We had a boat …
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Campbell Barry: Local Government NZ Vice President on the looming rate hikes to contend with rising construction costs
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Colossal rate hikes are looming for homeowners as councils contend with rising construction and insurance costs. Local Government New Zealand says rates around the country will rise by an average of 15%. It says the main factor contributing to the rates escalation is the costs of civil construction. Vice President Campbell Barry told Mike Hosking t…
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Cath O'Brien: Board of Airline Representatives Executive Director disagrees with claims the NZ airfare market isn't set up to be competitive
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The Airports Association is taking aim at the cost of Air New Zealand's domestic airfares. It's calling on the Government to set up an independent airfare monitoring system. But the Board of Airline Representatives disagrees with claims that the domestic market isn't set up to be competitive. Executive Director, Cath O'Brien told Mike Hosking that …
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Helen Murray: Auckland University Neuroscientist on the Billy Guyton's post-death degenerative brain disease diagnosis
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The first case of its kind in New Zealand, a former Super Rugby player has been diagnosed post-death with a degenerative brain disease, chronic traumatic encephalopathy. Billy Guyton played for the Blues, Hurricanes, and Crusaders, but died in a suspected suicide aged 33. An examination of his brain by the Neurological Foundation's Brain Bank has n…
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NEWSTALK ZBEEN: Not Working for a Living
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FIRST WITH YESTERDAY'S NEWS (highlights from Thursday on Newstalk ZB) Sounds Like Too Much Work/There Has To Be Consequences/Age Isn't Real/Recycling Isn't Real/Nothing Is Real... Especially Bitcoin See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Door Newstalk ZB
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Sian Taylor: Team Green Architects co-owner on the overheating problem in newly built townhouses
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An unaccounted-for problem of overheating in some newly built townhouses is being seen as a country-wide problem. Frustration is brewing among owners in Auckland who are paying two times more for cooling in the summer than they would for heating in the winter. Some townhouses have just one heat pump to cool the three-storey home, which can leave ro…
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Weston Kirton: Ruapehu District Mayor accepts that this is the last government bailout for the ski fields
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Another bailout for Ruapehu Alpine Lifts as the Government pours $7 million into the ski field. The operator has been running on a previous government bailout for over a year. Regional Development Minister Shane Jones says it's their last chance after the Prime Minister previously said no more money would be poured into the ski field. Ruapehu Distr…
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Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on the upcoming Senate vote on whether TikTok should be banned
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United States lawmakers are concerned TikTok users' data is being accessed by China. The House of Representatives has passed a bill that would ban the social media platform if Chinese tech giant Byte Dance doesn't sell its stake within six months. It will now go to a vote in Senate. US correspondent Mitch McCann told Mike Hosking that there's a lob…
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