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Auckland restauranter Mandy Lusk has penned an open letter calling on people and businesses to help the hospitality sector survive. It comes after Ponsonby restaurant SPQR’s closure last week, and the Vivace owner says she’s heard of three other restaurants closing in the next week. And her restaurant could be heading in the same direction. Vivace owner Mandy Lusk joined Jack Tame. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two missing Britons have been found dead in a burned-out car in Sweden Investigations are still ongoing, but the case is being treated as a double murder. UK correspondent Enda Brady says a motive has yet to be found. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The AI boom is continuing to hype up investors, as new developments keep occurring. The rise of AI in art, literature, media and even medicine has experts speculating about future developments. Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie unpacks the phenomenon - and the long-term implications of the technology. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first liquidators' report on Auckland's SPQR shows it owes creditors $2.24 million. The Ponsonby eatery was placed into liquidation last Thursday by special resolution of the shareholders and is no longer trading. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann says this is a sign of the times, as several iconic Auckland eateries have yet to recover from Covid and the economic downturn. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Regional Development Minister Shane Jones is set to begin a 15-stop tour next month to promote the Government's $1.2 billion fund for regional infrastructure. The Regional Infrastructure Fund will be spent over a three-year period and aims to fund projects designed around boosting growth, productivity and resilience. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday 18 July 2024, benefit sanctions have jumped by more than 50 percent. Green MP Ricardo Menendez March is not happy about it. 1News US correspondent Logan Church speaks to Jack after news that Joe Biden has been forced into isolation by Covid. Worst timing ever! SkyCity's Callum Mallett tells Jack he deeply regrets his company let dozens of customers gamble continuously in breach of their obligations. Plus, the Huddle debates whether it's a good move by the Government to cut excise tax on heated tobacco products. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog writer and Curia pollster David Farrar and Auckland Councillor Richard Hills joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Ministry of Social Development has confirmed benefit sanctions rose 53 percent in the June quarter, compared to the year before. Is the tougher approach the way to go to reduce unemployment? On top of a rocky campaign, President Joe Biden has tested positive for Covid. Is this the last straw for him? Does he need to step down? There's concern from experts after Associate Health Minister Casey Costello ordered a 50 percent cut to excise tax on heated tobacco products. What do we make of this? Northland's Grant McCullum is calling on Transpower to compensate Northlanders with discounted transmission fees after last month's infamous outage. Will this help? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Northland's MP says a business lost almost half a million dollars thanks to the recent major power cut. Grant McCullum is calling on Transpower to compensate Northlanders with discounted transmission fees for a year. Nearly 100,000 people lost power last month when a tower toppled after maintenance crews unbolted three legs of a pylon at once. McCullum says a big timber mill had to shut for five days - costing it nearly $500,000. "This is an opportunity for all Northlanders to get something back, because everyone was affected. Whether it was your people at home having cold showers - or that sort of thing." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SkyCity is apologising for failing to intervene with a repeat player in Auckland. A customer complained to Internal Affairs after gambling went continuously unnoticed on 23 occasions. SkyCity says a system failure meant they went undetected - and it's committed to improving its harm minimisation technology. Chief Operating Officer Callum Mallett says they'll close the casino for five days to work with the Department of Internal Affairs on how to improve. "We have an obligation at the five-hour mark to ensure that we have interactions with a customer, and we failed to do that. We're sorry for that, and we are focused on doing better." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's belief an increased police presence in Christchurch's CBD is a win for all. Police have launched their Community Beat Teams, which will have up to 18 new and experienced officers patrolling the garden city's commercial areas. Business Canterbury Chief Executive Leeann Watson says it acts as a deterrent for trouble-makers and helps those coming into the city feel secure. "For tourists, it provides a level of comfort and assurance - and it also helps the business owners and operators know that there's some extra support there for them." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Biden has pulled out of a significant campaign event after testing positive for Covid-19. The White House says Joe Biden has mild symptoms - and will continue to carry out his duties from self-isolation in Delaware. US correspondent Logan Church says this comes at a terrible time, as Biden needs to prove he's fit and ready for a second term. "You've got to wonder at this stage how long Joe Biden can really hold on for...at this point, if you look at Joe Biden's public statements, he doesn't want to go anywhere." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One member of the Greens says the caucus hasn't met for discussion on whether to invoke waka-jumping laws against Darleen Tana. Tana has left the party, but if she won't quit Parliament, the Greens can only replace her in their MP count if the Speaker removes her, an action the Party has historically opposed. Its report found Tana likely knew about alleged exploitation at her husband's business - E Cycles NZ - which is now in liquidation because of poor sales. Ricardo Menendez-March says he hasn't considered putting the issue to members at the AGM. He says it's up to members if they want to discuss it - but the right thing for Tana to do is resign. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PSA has won a case against the Ministry of Education, calling it a victory for the dignity and fair treatment of workers. The union filed proceedings at the Employment Relations Authority, claiming the collective agreement wasn't met relating to the Government's spending cuts - putting hundreds of roles on the line. ZB political editor Jason Walls says the Ministry has 28 days to file an appeal to the Employment Court. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over in Australia, the unemployment rate rose to 4.1 percent in June. This is a higher figure than economists had predicted - and surpassed the previous figure of 4 percent. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says this has prompted concern regarding interest rates, as the Reserve Bank might have to factor this in for their next announcement. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks have named six debutants in their 23 to face Fiji at San Diego on the weekend. Billy Proctor starts at centre with five more uncapped players on the bench - George Bell, Pasilio Tosi, Sam Darry, Wallace Sititi and Noah Hotham. Only captain Scott Barrett, number eight Ardie Savea, first-five Damian McKenzie and right wing Sevu Reece start in the same jerseys from last week. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three unknown New Zealand high schools are refusing to enrol students expelled from their prior schools in defiance of legal orders sent by the Ministry of Education. New reports confirm the Ministry has sent 261 letters to unwilling schools, requiring them to enrol students excluded or expelled from elsewhere. While 251 schools have accepted the Ministry’s orders, two schools in Auckland and one in Waikato have refused to comply. Auckland Grammar Headmaster Tim O'Connor says taking in expelled students can potentially open up schools to additional risks. "The board has an obligation to create a safe environment for the students in its' care, so it becomes a bit of a conflict of interest when the Ministry is then directing a school or board to accept a student who has been deemed unsafe." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over in the UK, inflation has held steady at 2 percent - prompting calls for interest rate cuts. Prices across all sectors have taken a dive, with hotel stays being the lone exception. UK correspondent Gavin Grey outlines his prediction for when cuts will come. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ANZ is the latest major bank to bring their interest rate cut predictions forward as the mood towards the economy changes. The bank has forecasted a 25 basis point rate cut from the Reserve Bank by November of this year. ANZ Chief Economist Sharon Zollner says today's dip in inflation shows the tide is turning. "While it's true that domestic inflation is a smidge higher than the Reserve Bank expected, it looked like it was just technical factors - and the other part of inflation, the important bit, was lower." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's CPI data report prompted positive responses from experts - as it signalled a decline in inflation. CPI increased 3.3 percent in the year to June, down from 4 percent annually to March. Milford Asset Management's Sam Trethewey explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 17 July 2024, is the cost of living finally over? Finance Minister Nicola Willis talks whether the OCR could be cut after inflation falls to a three year low. The police have made it easier for people to become an officer on a restricted licence - Assistant Commissioner Jill Rogers joins Jack Tame to discuss why. Former Green MP Catherine Delahunty discusses whether or not the Greens will invoke the 'Waka Jumping' bill on Darleen Tana, now that the report is out. Plus, The Huddle debates why 'Tenacious D' decided to cancel their New Zealand shows. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Commerce Commission says Auckland Airport’s proposed charge increases to fund infrastructure are 'too high'. In a statement released this morning, the commission said the five year pricing path is not reasonable and the airport was on track for an excess profit of $200m. Air New Zealand Airports Association CEO Billie Moore says the airport will have to undergo an additional consultation process before the next report is finalised. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on the Huddle, Phil O’Reilly from Iron Duke Partners and former Labour Chief of Staff Mike Munro joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Jack Black has cancelled the rest of Tenacious D's world tour after bandmate Kyle Gass made a joke about last weekend's near-fatal shooting of Donald Trump. Do we agree with this move? New data has confirmed the CPI increased 3.3 percent in the year to June, a fall from the 4 percent rise in the year to March. Is this good news - or is the war against inflation still an issue? The police have made some adjustments to their recruitment standards, with applicants only needing a restricted licence to apply. Is this the right call to boost numbers? We've received more information into the Government's planned boot camps for young offenders - do we agree with this scheme? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Greens have released the Executive Summary of their report into Darleen Tana, and it's pretty clear in asserting that Tana had much more involvement with her husband's bike business than she otherwise claimed. The question now is whether or she's going to decide to stay in Parliament. Tana said in her interview with Maiki Sherman that she'd take a little bit of time before deciding whether to remain in parliament as an independent MP, but if she does decide to stay around, I think it's pretty clear the Greens have only one choice. If the party leaders believe in the integrity of the report - a report which took the best part of four months to produce - then I think they have little choice but to instigate the waka-jumping legislation which they so publicly despised, and expel Darlene Tana from Parliament. Let us not forget, the main reason the Greens opposed the waka-jumping legislation is not for situations like this. The main reason they opposed it was so that if an MP held a different position on a really important policy to that which was being whipped by their party, they could take a moral stand and dissent. This ain't that. This is not a dispute over policy. This is an MP whose colleagues they believe has not been truthful to the party. An MP who has brought the party and the caucus into disrepute. And while Darlene Tana might complain about the process of this investigation and some of the findings, her former party leader and caucus colleagues have been blunt. They want her out. This should have been a week when the Greens were laser-focused on the Government's climate plans. This week of all weeks should've been one where they represented their constituents in opposition. Instead, they're still answering questions about the character of MPs who were until very recently part of their caucus. The Greens have swallowed a rat in the past. After all, they voted to pass the waka-jumping bill into law. But I actually don't think many people would resent them if they swallowed another in this case. If Darlene Tana won't quit on her own accord, and they believe in the integrity of the report, the Greens should cop a few days of criticism for their hypocrisy, push her out, and move on. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One expert believes Jack Black's move to cancel his band's world tour was the right decision. Speaking at their Sydney show after Sunday's assassination attempt, Tenacious D bandmate Kyle Gass said: "Don't miss Trump next time". Gass has since apologised - but Jack Black has put all future creative projects on hold for the band. Sold-out shows were scheduled in Wellington and Auckland. Marketing expert and director at RX, Juanita Neville-Te Rito says it's not an overreaction. "The comments that were said were totally inappropriate - they might feel innocuous, but I think cancelling was totally justified." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A former Green MP says it's possible the party will use contentious legislation to boot Darleen Tana from Parliament. The party has asked her to resign, after reports revealed she probably knew about worker exploitation at her husband's bike business. E Cycles NZ has entered liquidation and Tana's left the Greens, but she won't say whether she will remain an independent MP. In the past, the Greens have strongly opposed waka-jumping. Catherine Delahunty says events now give them a real dilemma. "In the past, when there's been a tricky issue - they take it to the party and listen to the members as much as they can, and I think that's quite likely to happen." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The police have made some new changes to their recruitment eligibility criteria. Prospective applicants on their restricted drivers' license will be able to apply to become police officers under these new changes, in a bid to reduce recruitment numbers. However, Assistant Commissioner Jill Rogers says successful applicants will need to obtain a full licence before they begin their training. "For our candidates, we've known that this has been one of the barriers to their recruitment journeys with us - hence, we've made the decision to take the eligibility criteria back to what it was in 2017." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Finance Minister says the Government has a plan to tackle non-tradeable inflation. CPI increased 3.3 percent in the year to June, a fall from the 4 percent rise in the year to March. Nicola Willis says things like higher rents are sticking around. She says they want to help push that inflation down with more housing supply. "That's what will ultimately push rents lower - and we are conducting significant reforms to ensure that more homes can be built more cheaply." Meanwhile, ANZ has already announced cuts to its home loan interest rates. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A report reveals MP Darleen Tana had continued involvement with her husband's troubled bike firm. The Green Party has released the executive summary of the investigation into what Tana knew about alleged exploitation at the business. A key plank of her defence that she didn't know about the allegations is she sold her company shareholding in 2019. But the report finds Tana was still involved - at times extensively - and concludes she likely knew about the employment disputes. ZB political editor Jason Walls says the Green Party is clearly counting on her to step away from Parliament following this release. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US officials have confirmed threats from Iran to assassinate Donald Trump had prompted increased security around him in recent weeks. It appears unrelated to the assassination attempt in Pennsylvania over the weekend. However, this has raised questions surrounding the apparent lapses that led to the shooter getting close enough to fire at Trump in the first place. US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says the incident left behind plenty of unresolved questions. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over in Australia, fans are getting excited ahead of tonight's State of Origin decider between New South Wales and Queensland in Brisbane. Forward Mitch Barnett will make his Origin debut for the Blues off the interchange, with Kurt Capewell starting in the second-row for the Maroons. ZB sports commentator Elliott Smith unpacks the fan excitement ahead of the 10:05pm kick-off. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The cost of mentoring young offenders as part of the Government's military-style academies could go as high as $100,000 per teenager, new documents show. The Oranga Tamariki-run pilot - involving 10 hand-picked young offenders between the ages of 14-18 - will begin at the end of the month and continue for one year. Billy Graham Youth Foundation CEO David Graham says this program could get ahead of the youth crime problem - if it's done well. "What we need to be making sure of is that the young people who we're talking about, these young men between 14-18 years of age, that they are choosing good mentors. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The UK Government is set to introduce new laws making drink spiking a specific criminal offence in the upcoming King's Speech. These law changes will be included within the 35 bills in the programme announced on Wednesday. UK correspondent Enda Brady says the existing legislation hasn't been updated since the 1800s - so this change is badly needed. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Government has confirmed it plans to roll back insulation standards amid concern about cost blowouts for new builds. The current standards, introduced in May 2023, have been estimated to save homes over 40 percent on heating. AUT construction professor John Tookey is sceptical about this idea. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Country's Jamie Mackay is among thousands of fans and admirers paying tribute to the late Norm Hewitt. Hewitt died aged 55 after a battle with motor neurone disease, having played 23 games for New Zealand between 1993 and 1998. Jamie Mackay recalled past interviews and catch-ups with the deceased rugby great. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tomorrow's CPI announcement is set to reveal whether or not New Zealand is making headway with its war on inflation. Stats NZ will publish the Q2 consumers price inflation figures, helping the Reserve Bank determine future OCR decisions. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen outlines his predictions - and how they'll impact Kiwi households. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday,16 July 2024, Donald Trump has been officially confirmed as the Republican Presidential nominee, while also confirming J.D. Vance as his VP pick - US Correspondent Lauren Tomasi talks to Jack Tame about the latest from the states. David Seymour has written an open letter to Pharmac around expectations for improved medicines access. Former All Blacks coach Laurie Mains reflects on the life of Norm Hewitt. Plus, The Huddle debates whether or not their should be warning signs before speed cameras. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Donald Trump has confirmed Ohio senator JD Vance will be his Vice President at the Republican National Convention, his first public appearance since Sunday's shooting. What do we think of this, given Vance's political history? Former All Black and Dancing with the Stars winner Norm Hewitt has died aged 55, after a lengthy battle with motor neurone disease. How will he be remembered? Transport Minister Simeon Brown has confirmed speed cameras warning signs will be put up to protect drivers in high risk areas. What do we make of this? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's growing calls from experts to reduce New Zealand's dangerously high use of antibiotics. The Public Health Communication Centre says the nation has some of the highest rates of antibiotic resistance, which makes bacterial infections difficult to treat. It's urging the Ministry of Health and College of Practitioners to set targets to reduce the unnecessary prescribing of antibiotics. Auckland University's Mark Thomas says GPs and patients alike feel more pressure to utilise antibiotics, despite increased awareness surrounding the risks. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's questions whether a Christchurch Catholic order will continue, even after being stripped of its authority, over unauthorised exorcisms and abuse. The Sons of the Most Holy Redeemer's priests have been banned from practicing and told to leave the diocese, after 17 people raised concerns. Its leaders deny they manipulated and controlled followers and interfered in families' lives. Massey University religious expert Peter Lineham says losing its license may not stop the order. He explained it was once a renegade group pulled back into the Church by the Pope, and he wonders if it will go out again into the cold. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former All Blacks coach Laurie Mains is touting the late Norm Hewitt as one of New Zealand rugby's greats. The nine-test hooker has died aged 55 after a battle with motor neurone disease, having played 23 games for New Zealand between 1993 and 1998. After issues with alcohol abuse, Hewitt became an anti-violence ambassador and public speaker. Mains says when he first selected Hewitt he was a bit of a 'larrikin'. "I'd have to speak to him quite sternly - and he took that on board and into the team. Immediately, he showed not only good performance on the rugby field, but also he took a real turn in his personal behaviour." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Associate Health Minister wants patients involved in Pharmac decision making. David Seymour has outlined his expectations for the drug-buying agency in a letter to Board Chair Paula Bennett. It notes Pharmac should see itself as a partner with patient advocacy groups and clinicians and work together to bring treatments to those in need. Seymour says patients often have different views on treatments that Pharmac may have not considered. "I think it is important to factor in information that sometimes our patients have." Seymour has also told the agency he believes its commitment to embedding the Treaty of Waitangi isn't appropriate, and is no longer expected. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A US judge appointed by Donald Trump has dismissed charges against the former President, accusing him of illegally keeping classified documents when he left office. Judge Aileen Cannon ruled lead prosecutor Special Counsel Jack Smith was unlawfully appointed - and didn't have the authority to bring the case. Channel Nine US Correspondent Lauren Tomasi says such a ruling initially seemed far-fetched. "It was a bit of a longshot that his legal team had put in, thinking it would never come to fruition." Trump's posted on Truth Social, saying he's very pleased about the outcome. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Embattled ex-Green MP Darleen Tana has broken her silence after backing away from the party. Tana spoke to 1News in her first sit-down interview since she quit the Greens - but she hasn't confirmed any plans to leave Parliament altogether. ZB political editor Jason Walls says it's unlikely Darleen Tana will step down. "She says she's going to be making a decision soon. My read on all of this - it sounds like she's not going anywhere. She keeps coming back to the values that she brings to the table in terms of being an MP." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over in Australia, Opposition leader Peter Dutton is winning over voters in a new poll. According to a national Resolve poll, 38 percent of voters now support the Coalition, while Labour dropped to 28 percent. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says this is the lowest rating for Labour since Prime Minister Albanese entered Government. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tributes are flooding in following the death of nine-test All Blacks hooker Norm Hewitt. Hewitt was involved in one of the most monumental face-to-face haka confrontations with England's Richard Cockerill at Old Trafford in November 1997. He went on to win the inaugural Dancing With The Stars in 2005, which included a flawless paso doble Hewitt died of motor neurone disease, aged 55. ZB sports commentator Elliott Smith highlighted more of Hewitt's accomplishments. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Transport Minister says speedsters will still be caught - even with signs warning them cameras are ahead. More than 100 signs are being rolled out onto New Zealand roads over the coming year. Minister Simeon Brown says it will give motorists a chance to slow before they enter high-crash areas. But he says there will only be signs for fixed cameras. "These signs are about providing forewarning - but at the same time, mobile cameras will continue to operate anywhere, at any time, and motorists are required to keep to the law." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jobseekers who miss a case manager phone appointment - without good reason - could face sanctions. Social Development Minister Louise Upston has announced a new phone case management service for young job seekers, due to expand to 4,000 people. She says being a beneficiary has work obligations, including taking the phone call. "And if they don't do that and they don't have a sufficient reason for doing so, they could have their benefit reduced or suspended or in the worst case scenario - cancelled." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 12 July 2024, Joe Biden confused Russian leader Vladimir Putin with Ukrainian Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and then spoke about his Vice-President Donald Trump. Is this the end of his presidential hopes? Iconic Auckland restaurant SPQR has gone into liquidation, and none other than Kerre Woodham is mourning the loss of her regular. The Sports Huddle debates whether the All Blacks can make it two from two against England on Saturday. Plus, Stefan Powell, co-founder of Dawn Aerospace, on becoming the first privately funded company to break the speed of sound - and what that sounds like. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's a belief changes to road cone use will help strike a better balance between safety and minimising disruption. The Government's announced a new risk-based approach to temporary traffic management rather than requiring a certain number of cones per project. NZTA will also have to publicly report on its total cone spending per quarter. Temporary traffic management industry steering group chair Dave Tilton told Heather du Plessis-Allan this makes sense. He said that for the most part the current system served its purpose, but it’s been identified that it's not getting the right about of TTM, which is what its purpose is. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The three women killed in a UK crossbow attack are understood to be the wife and two daughters of a well-known BBC commentator. British police have found the 26-year-old suspect behind the attack, who is currently undergoing medical treatment for injuries. UK correspondent Enda Brady says the country is in shock after the attack. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.