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Judith Collins: Defence Minister explains why defence spending blueprint release has been delayed until next year
Judith Collins has revealed the Defence Force's major spending blueprint release has been delayed until next year, citing escalating world tensions. Speaking after appearing before a Select Committee this afternoon, the Defence Minister says the capability plan has been pushed back because she's taking the time to get things right. Collins says there's more 'militarisation' efforts coming out of places like China - and it's unlike anything she's seen before. "The recent Chinese Navy Renhai-class cruiser and destroyer visiting Port Vila, Vanuatu, in October this year - that's the first time we've seen ships of that capability in that position when they weren't just coming back from somewhere else and stopping off." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Perspective with Jack Tame: Lots of surprises in mayor Wayne Brown's career
A huge political victory for Auckland mayor Wayne Brown. Having campaigned on taking greater control over Auckland’s CCO’s (Council Controlled Organisations), the mayor is set to get his wish when it comes to Auckland Transport. Transport Minister Simeon Brown has confirmed that Auckland's transport policy and planning will shift from AT back over to Auckland Council. Remember, under the current model - Auckland Council has had two elected councillors on the board of AT. But Wayne Brown argued this assigned too much of the major decision making to unelected officials. He was always lamenting that people came up to him in the street and moaned to him about problems that were AT's responsibility, not realising that actually the council had limited control. Like all power, of course, you have to be careful what you wish for. If Auckland Council and the local boards are to have more authority over transport planning in our biggest city, they'll also have the blame if residents don't feel they're making the right calls. Under the changes, Auckland Council will retain a transport CCO. But - his opponents have to accept that Wayne Brown has surprised a lot of people as mayor. He has built relationships on both sides of the political spectrum and advocated effectively for Auckland's ratepayers. He promised to get greater control over the Council Controlled Organisations - and Auckland Transport was top of the list. And whether you like the council's subsequent transport policies or not - on that promise, he has delivered. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Gregg Wallace denying accusations of inappropriate conduct
Masterchef presenter Gregg Wallace is denying accusations he made sexual comments toward staff and celebrity guests. The 60-year-old's stepped back from presenting the TV show as an investigation begins. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says more complaints have emerged since his departure - and there's been outrage over the BBC's response to this. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson explains how Trump's policy announcements are impacting capital markets
President-elect Donald Trump's latest policy announcements continue to have an impact on capital markets. Trump's pick of Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary sent long-term Government bond yields lower and the US share market higher - as investors felt more confident in a 'seasoned' choice taking on the role. However, his threated tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico created a divided response among investors. Harbour Asset Management's Shane Solly unpacked the 'mixed' reactions to Trump's latest announcements. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kate Camp: Te Papa head of marketing and communications on admission fees for international visitors generating $750,000
Te Papa has made $750,000 since it started charging international visitors an admission fee two months ago. The change came in during September to help fund rising energy, insurance, and staffing costs at the museum. Te Papa head of marketing and communications Kate Camp says New Zealand's tourism industry is a rich area with plenty of room for 'once-in-a-lifetime' experiences. "You're not here for a cheap and cheerful holiday, for most of our visitors." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Huddle: Are we surprised by Labour's AUKUS u-turn?
Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Clare de Lore and Child Fund's Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Labour has ruled out joining AUKUS during their next term in Government. Is this a valid statement? What made Labour change its mind? Joe Biden has pardoned his son, Hunter Biden. Is this a mistake? UK Masterchef host Gregg Wallace has hit back at allegations of improper behaviour, blaming the allegations on 'middle class women of a certain age'. What do we make of this fight-back tactic? Te Papa has made $750,000 in two months from charging international visitors $35 per visit. Does this prove we should be making international visitors pay for more things? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the Labour Party ruling out joining AUKUS
The Finance Minister has been quick to unpack some of Labour's announcements from over the weekend. At the party's annual conference, leader Chris Hipkins ruled out joining AUKUS - the security pact between Australia, the UK and the US. Finance Minister Nicola Willis has said this rejection of AUKUS feels 'premature'. "Let's remember it was Labour who started the discussions about Pillar Two of AUKUS back in 2021. No one's ever talked about joining the first pillar - but exploring how we could co-operate on technology was something Labour kicked off." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Full Show Podcast: 02 December 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 2 December 2024, Jack Tame speaks to Social Development Minister Louise Upston as the number of jobseekers continues to increase. US president Joe Biden has pardoned his son, Hunter Biden. Labour's David Parker tells Jack a future Labour Government would pull out of AUKUS. Plus, the Huddle reacts to Gregg Wallace blaming allegations against him on "middle class women of a certain age". 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.

Bruce Patton: mortgage advisor on why the banks haven't factored latest OCR cut into their fixed-term rates
Mortgage holders have been hoping the banks will pass on the latest 50 basis point cut to the OCR - but many will have to wait. New Zealand's major banks have all cut their floating rates, but only ASB's fixed-term mortgage rate has moved down so far. Mortgage advisor Bruce Patton says the banks had largely predicted the OCR would drop by 50 basis points - and priced their earlier cuts accordingly. "We saw a few banks move a few days before, we saw the BNZ come down from 6.49 to 5.99 on the Monday before the OCR was even announced. A lot of the rates had already moved." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Becker: Auckland FC CEO on team jerseys selling out faster than projected
Merchandise sales have kicked off for new football club Auckland FC. The introduction of the A-league football club to the city has seen more merchandise sold in four weeks than it was expecting to sell all season. More is being shipped in before Christmas. CEO Nick Becker says interest has been overwhelming. "Auckland was ready for some professional football, I think. Like, the passion that's in those stands - you just see it." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Parker: Labour foreign affairs spokesperson on the party's pledge to avoid joining AUKUS
Labour's foreign affairs spokesperson has called AUKUS a 'China containment strategy' - which Labour wants no part of. At the party conference, leader Chris Hipkins announced no future Labour Government would be involved in the tri-lateral security deal. David Parker says New Zealand should plot a path between the superpowers. He's confirmed Labour would withdraw from the deal if the current Government signs up. "In terms of the practicality of that - very little will have happened by then. Even the Pillar One submarines that are nuclear powered that Australia's purchasing - they don't arrive by the 2030s." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Louise Upston: Social Development Minister on the Government's plan to get people off the Jobseeker benefit
The Government's introducing individual job plans to get people off the Jobseeker benefit. The 70,000 people on the Jobseeker benefit with employment case managers will be eligible for the work-readiness needs assessment. It will look at any issues with education, transport, addiction, health and childcare. Social Development Minister Louise Upston says they want to address people's individual barriers. "If they need a drivers' licence, then yes, we'll connect them with an MSD-funded programme." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on the Supreme Court's latest ruling in foreshore and seabed legal saga
The Supreme Court has ruled the majority of the Court of Appeal “erred” in a major decision that ultimately eased the test for Māori to gain customary rights for use of the foreshore and seabed. Its just-issued ruling allows an appeal by the Attorney-General against the Court of Appeal’s decision last October, at a time the Government is pushing through contentious legislation to overturn it. Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper unpacks these new developments. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Australian Venue Co banning Australia Day celebrations in its venues
An Australian hospitality giant has banned Australia Day celebrations in its venues - sparking calls for a boycott. Australian Venue Co, owner of over 200 pubs and bars across the nation, has directed managers and staff to shut down celebrations of the holiday in 2025. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says this debate takes place every year - with no signs of change in sight. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on Auckland FC winning their fifth straight match in a row
Auckland FC's Steve Corica has praised his side's resilience in their 2-0 A-League win over the Newcastle Jets at Mt Smart. Late second half goals from Neyder Moreno and Francis de Vries powered the home side to their fifth straight win to begin their inaugural campaign. Sportstalk host Jason Pine explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Logan Church: US correspondent on Joe Biden signing a pardon for Hunter Biden
Joe Biden has signed a pardon for his son - Hunter Biden - due to be sentenced this month on gun crime and tax convictions. The US President previously said he wouldn't pardon him, but now says his son was selectively and unfairly prosecuted. US correspondent Logan Church says this news comes as a shock to everyone - given how Biden was originally opposed to the pardon. "For all of Joe Biden's re-election campaign - and after he stepped aside in support of Kamala Harris - he vowed that he would not pardon his son at all. It appeared like a political strategy more than anything else." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Full Show Podcast: 29 November 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 29 November 2024, the Government inquiry revealing that 'human error' was behind the Manawanui sinking when crews failed to turn off autopilot - Defence Minister Judith Collins explains the findings. Eden Park's Nick Saunter talks about the park announcing 12 concerts a year but with only six artists. Plus the Sports Huddle debates whether or not New Zealand Rugby should finally loosen their eligibility laws. 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.

Kay Oliver: UK correspondent on net migration hitting record highs
The British Government intends to overhaul the country’s immigration system after new data shows arrivals had hit a record high. New figures show net migration is at 900,000 in the year to June 2023, which Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer blames on the previous Conservative government — 22 percent higher than the original numbers. He says they had pledged to get the numbers down multiple times and failed every time. UK correspondent Kay Oliver told Heather du Plessis-Allan the big question remains how much of it is legitimate and genuine, but also how much of it is uncontrolled. Meanwhile, ex-soldier Daniel Khalife has been found guilty of spying for Iran, and the world’s oldest man John Tinniswood, who was born the same year the Titanic sank, has died aged 112. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Lewis: Asia business correspondent on how China has been preparing for Donald Trump's tariffs
China has been preparing for Donald Trump’s threat of tariffs. The US President-elect is pledging to add another 10 percent on top of existing tariffs on Chinese exports, where he also slapped tariffs on Mexico and Canada. In a post on Truth Social, Trump has made more about curtailing the supply of drugs and reducing illegal immigration. But Asia business correspondent Peter Lewis told Heather du Plessis-Allan it’s hard to know what China can really do about that. He says economists predict the tariffs will reduce exports by about 15 percent, knocking off about 0.5 percent of China’s GDP. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duncan Robertson: GetVerified chief executive on new confirmation of payee service being rolled out by banks
A new 'confirmation of payee' service is being rolled out by the banks. Now when making a bank transfer to someone new, when entering in the name and account number, users will now get a warning if the two don’t match. The idea is to make it easier to spot being scammed. GetVerified chief executive Duncan Robertson joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports Huddle: Black Caps v England, Damian McKenzie, eligibility rules
All Sport Breakfast Wellington host Adam Cooper and NZB Kiwi head of communications Andrew Gourdie joined Heather du Plessis-Allan on the Sports Huddle. The Black Caps have work to do after England’s fightback at Hagley Oval, with the visitors buoyed by Harry Brook’s century. Damian McKenzie has been given a spot in World Rugby’s best XV for 2024, but there are some questions over it. And questions over whether to loosen eligibility rules for the All Blacks going on sabbaticals. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Max Whitehead: Employment law expert says plans to do away with rights to claim unjustified dismissal winding back of legal protections
The Government's plans to do away with high-earning workers rights to claim unjustified dismissal is copping flack from an employment lawyer. Under the proposal, anyone making more than $180,000 a year will lose out on that current legal avenue if they lose their jobs. Employment law expert Max Whitehead told Heather du Plessis-Allan this is an unfair winding back of employees' legal protections. He asks who would want to be a senior manager right now — it's a tough world out there for the big timers in business. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Alderson: Newstalk ZB Sport reader on the latest at Hagley Oval between the Black Caps and England
The Black Caps still have some work to do in Day 2 of their opening test against England at Hagley Oval. The hosts were bowled out for 348 at the start of the day, but England continue to chase down their target, buoyed by a century for Harry Brook. The high point for the Black Caps’ bowling efforts has been Nathan Smith, who bagged two wickets in the opening session. Newstalk ZB Sport reader Andrew Alderson joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Judith Collins: Defence Minister says HMNZS Manawanui sinking is 'incomprehensible' after interim report release
Some action's already been taken to try and prevent a repeat of the HMNZS Manawanui sinking. The navy vessel went down nearly two months ago after hitting a reef during a survey of the Samoan coast. The interim Court of Inquiry report's found it was caused by a series of human errors - with the crew failing to turn off the ship's auto-pilot when they were supposed too. As they tried to slow it down, they instead accelerated faster into the reef. Defence Minister Judith Collins told Heather du Plessis-Allan it’s incomprehensible. “Except that we also know that sometimes even with the best will in the world, people make mistakes, and then someone else makes a mistake, and it becomes, in this case, a lost ship and people’s lives being unnecessarily put at risk.” LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Sautner: Eden Park CEO on getting consent to host double the number of concerts in a year
Eden Park has been granted consent to host double the number of concerts in a year. The Auckland stadium will now be able to host 12 concerts a year from six different artists. CEO Nick Sautner told Heather du Plessis-Allan promoters are delighted with the announcement. But he says they're limited to six artists under the conditions of the consent. “Over time we wanted to build a level of comfort with everyone, including public transport providers to know that we can get people to and from the venue, or indeed the local businesses to receive the economic benefit.” LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on interim report into HMNZS Manawanui sinking
An interim Court of Inquiry report has found the HMSNZ Manawanui’s sinking was caused by a series of human errors. The navy vessel went down nearly two months ago after hitting a reef during a survey of the Samoan coast. The report found the crew had failed to turn off the ship’s auto-pilot when supposed too, but as they tried to slow it down, they accelerated into the reef, and wasn’t until 10 minutes later when autopilot was switched off that they regained control. Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Vladimir Putin praising Donald Trump amid rising Russia-West tensions
Vladimir Putin has praised US President-elect Donald Trump as an “intelligent and experienced” politician capable of finding “solutions”, as tensions ramp up between Russia and the West. The Russian President has also blamed current President Joe Biden for “creating additional difficulties” for the incoming administration, after Biden gave Ukraine permission to fire longer-range American missiles inside Russia. Trump had previously pledged to end the war in Ukraine within 24 hours, without saying how. US correspondent Dan Mitchinson joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elliott Smith: Weekend Sport host on the latest in Black Caps vs England, Iga Swiatek receiving one-month ban
England continue to make inroads on the Black Caps in the first test match in Christchurch. New Zealand set a total of 348 early on day 2, but despite getting the top order out, Harry Brook and Ollie Pope’s partnership has frustrated the hosts. Meanwhile, five-time tennis grand slam winner Iga Swiatek has accepted a one month suspension after testing positive for a banned substance, caused by contamination of her medication melatonin. Weekend Sport host Elliott Smith joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tama Leaver: Curtin University Internet Studies Professor says enforcement of Australia under 16 social media ban is up in the air
Questions over how Australia's ban on under 16's using social media will be enforced. Social media sites will be slapped with fines, if they fail to take reasonable steps to follow the law — which kicks in at the end of the year. But a Professor of Internet Studies says there is no instruction on how to check for age. Curtin University's Tama Leaver told Heather du Plessis-Allan the easiest way would be for companies to request some kind of government-issued identification. “We’ve added an amendment so that platforms aren’t allowed to ask for that because there were privacy concerns, so the exact technicality of how they’re going to do age verification is very much up in the air.” LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on the findings in the Covid-19 Royal Commission of Inquiry
The report from the first phase of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the Covid-19 response has been released. It claimed the vaccine requirements were 'applied too broadly and remained in place for too long'. Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper unpacks the findings in the report. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on drones being spotted over RAF bases
Over in the UK, concerns have been raised over the drones that were spotted over RAF bases in four English counties. The drones ranged in 'sizes and configurations' according to new reports. UK correspondent Enda Brady says it's unclear who is behind these incidents - but experts suspect Russia is involved. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the evolution of Black Friday
The year is drawing to a close and Christmas is on the horizon - meaning Black Friday is nearly upon us. The shopping event began as a one-day sale for American consumers the day after Thanksgiving, but it has since expanded around the world. Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie examined the history of the sale - and revealed what consumers can expect this year. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rowena Duncum: The Country host on the weather's impact on recent horticulture and viticulture season
The recent burst of sunny weather has brought good results for New Zealand's primary sector. Flowering has surged two weeks ahead for sauvignon blanc producers in Marlborough - meaning they'll harvest earlier than expected. The Country host Rowena Duncum explains some of the other positive impacts that come with this recent burst of good weather. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on how the banks responded to latest OCR cut
The Reserve Bank moved to cut the OCR by 50 basis points in its final decision for 2024. New Zealand's biggest banks have adjusted their floating rates accordingly - but no significant cuts have been reported yet. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Huddle: Will fake meat products ever be cool?
Tonight on The Huddle, Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners and Auckland Councillor Richard Hills joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Covid-19 response inquiry is out - and it's very critical of the vaccine mandates and aspects of the lockdowns. Do Jacinda Ardern and Chris Hipkins need to apologise to the country? Another plant based food manufacturer, Sustainable Foods, has gone into liquidation. Does this mean we just don't like fake meat? Will it ever be cool? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Full Show Podcast: 28 November 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 28 November 2024, the first part of the Royal Commission into the Covid response has criticised vaccine mandates and the length of the lockdowns. Heather asks Chris Hipkins, former Health Minister, whether he thinks he should apologise for decisions made. Watercare's Mark Bourne with an update on the arsenic levels in the Waikato River, and why it took so long to tell the public about elevated levels. Plus the Huddle debates why we just don't seem to like fake meat, after plant-based food producer Sustainable Foods goes into liquidation. 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.

Mike: former SolarZero employee reveals what went wrong for the company
More details have emerged in the wake of SolarZero’s shock liquidation, which affected 160 employees. The company revealed on Tuesday that the business was unable to continue trading, citing 'unsustainable operating losses and liquidity constraints'. Former employees have since spoken out against the company - and one of them, Mike, has unveiled some concerns ahead of a planned protest tomorrow. "The main thing we want to try and get across is - we were made redundant 4pm on Tuesday, no redundancy, no notice period, no holiday pay, we have a significant number of our staff that live week by week." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stuart Nash: former Labour Minister on Labour voting to ban captain’s calls
The 'captain's call' may become a thing of the past - and former Minister Stuart Nash isn't a fan. New changes impacting party policy decisions are going to a vote at Labour's conference this weekend. It would mean the leader could only change the party manifesto with sign-off from MPs and Labour's policy council. Nash says a captain's call absolutely should not be banned. He explained the Prime Minister and leader of the Opposition have more staff and a broader view than everyone else - and you've got to empower your leader. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonathan Ayling: Free Speech Union CEO on Candace Owens being banned from entering New Zealand
The Free Speech Union is considering legal action over a far-right US commentator being banned from the country. Candace Owens promotes antisemitic conspiracy theories, has downplayed aspects of the Holocaust and has made offensive comments about Muslims. Immigration New Zealand has denied her a work visa for a speaking tour - because she was banned from Australia. Free Speech Union Chief Executive Jonathan Ayling says they think the Crown has acted unlawfully. "Yes, we'll definitely take them to court - we're going to appeal to the Immigration Minister first though, and any associate Immigration Ministers. Chris Penk is the one who deals with appeal cases like that." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Bourne: Watercare Chief Operations Manager on the investigations into elevated levels of arsenic in the Waikato River
Test results reveal drinking water in Waipā and Waikato District has slightly elevated arsenic levels - and Auckland's supply is back within safe levels. Auckland's Watercare and Hamilton City Council yesterday revealed levels were fractionally above the maximum amount in recent samples from Waikato River. Watercare's Chief Operations Manager Mark Bourne says they're tracking down the cause. "We've been able to share our results with the other agencies further up the river - and that'll help identify where, when and what might be causing this." Watercare says tap water is still safe to drink. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Hipkins: Labour leader and former Covid Response Minister on the Covid-19 Royal Commission Inquiry
The former Covid Response Minister says our vaccine mandates during the pandemic went too far. Internal Affairs Minister Brooke van Velden has received the first phase of the report from the Royal Commission Inquiry, with its 39 recommendations. It found some vaccine requirements were too broadly applied and continued too long. Labour leader Chris Hipkins says he hasn't drawn any conclusions on the length, as he hasn't read fully read through the report yet. "Do I think the vaccine mandates went a bit too wide? Yes, I actually accept that finding." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on senator Lidia Thorpe getting suspended from Parliament
Independent senator Lidia Thorpe was suspended from Parliament after she threw pieces of paper at Pauline Hanson after a row over racism erupted. Labor Senate leader Penny Wong moved the motion to oust Thorpe - with Government, coalition, Senator Hanson, David Pocock and Ralph Babet among those who voted in favour. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says Thorpe was escorted out - and has refused to back down. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the Black Caps' first test against England
England have brought themselves back into the game late on day one of the first cricket test against New Zealand in Christchurch. Soon after removing Kane Williamson for 93 - the visitors have taken the wicket of Tom Blundell for 17 - bringing debutant Nathan Smith to the crease. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave unpacks the match. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Bosley: restaurateur on Sustainable Foods Ltd going into voluntary administration and the decline of 'fake meat'
A chef says meat replacements turned out to be a bit of a fad and they've declined in popularity. Plant-based food manufacturer Sustainable Foods has recently gone into liquidation. Pea protein meat alternative producer - Sunfed - also shut this year after losing investors. Restaurateur Martin Bosely says the products were popular to start with, but diners have now stepped away. "There was concerns about the tastes, there's definitely concerns about the texture - and I think it's sort of led to putting the plant back into plant-based." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kay Oliver: UK correspondent on multiple conservative Prime Ministers voicing opposition to assisted dying bill
The UK is moving closer towards the vote on the new assisted dying bill - but some former leaders don't approve. Boris Johnson, Liz Truss and Baroness May are among the former Prime Ministers who have joined the voices opposing the bill. UK correspondent Kay Oliver says the current Health Secretary and Justice Secretary also don't support the bill - and it's unclear if it will pass. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Katlyn Parker: Milford Asset Management Portfolio Manager on the market response to end-of-year OCR cut
The OCR was slashed by 50 basis points today - but some markets believe it could have gone lower. Some experts believed a chunkier 75 point cut was on the way before the Reserve Bank took its summer break. Milford Asset Management Portfolio Manager Katlyn Parker unpacked the response further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jamie Cleine: Buller mayor on the plan to potentially relocate Westport
A plan to relocate the flood-prone West Coast town of Westport is being considered. Westport has been repeatedly inundated by flooding - with disasters escalating further in recent years. Buller mayor Jamie Cleine says this will be a gradual process, and other ideas to keep the town safe have been considered. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on what today's OCR cut means for mortgages
Many mortgage holders will be relieved to hear that the OCR has been brought down by an addition 50 basis points. Despite this, one expert is warning that borrowers might need to keep their enthusiasm about the interest rates in check. NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explained that there were other factors impacting interest rates. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Huddle: Do the paper bags need to go?
Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Nick Mills from ZB's Wellington Mornings joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Paper bags - Early Edition host Ryan Bridge has slammed the exorbitant cost of paper bags at the supermarket and criticised their effectiveness. What do we think? The Reserve Bank has cut the OCR down by 50 basis points in their last meeting of the year. This is good news - but what does it say about our economy? Wellington City Council has voted on their Long Term Plan - should we be worried? Have you hit up the Black Friday sales yet? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Full Show Podcast: 27 November 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 27 November, the OCR has dropped another 50 basis points to 4.25 percent. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen explained what might come next. Price comparison service PriceMe has issued a warning about deceptive Black Friday deals, with CEO Gavin Male explaining the techniques retailers use to drive up spending. Elevated levels of arsenic have been detected in the Waikato River, affecting water supplies in Auckland and Waikato. Steve Taylor from Water Services Authority explains the ongoing situation. Plus, The Huddle debates whether or not paper bags need to go, after Early Edition's Ryan Bridge slammed them on his show. 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.