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News today that an Auckland Council manager has been working remotely from the Gold Coast since January under flexible employment policies. Simon Barnett & James Daniels asked if this is letting the work team down and should those who have fallen in love with the work from home lifestyle get back to the office or get a new job. A young caller by the name of Louie challenged that notion and said from his generation things are different. It was a fascinating call. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Highlight Reel, Si & James debate Wayne Brown's idea that councils should be allowed to keep the GST on rates. The boys also talk about changes to the postal service, Easter trading hours and neighbours at war. They take a look at New Zealand's bad rep internationally in terms of behaviour in the classroom. Plus, a couple of words that could be considered offensive - one in particular that Simon thinks should be banned from the English language. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand school students are among the worst-behaved kids in the OECD and behaviour has worsened in the last two years, a new report has found. A report released by the Education Review Office (ERO) has called for classroom behaviour to become a priority and a more “national approach” to worsening behaviour. “We know that disruptive classroom behaviour is a significant and persistent issue in New Zealand - over the last 20 years our classroom behaviour has been amongst the worst in the OECD,” ERO’s Education Evaluation Centre head Ruth Shinoda said. “But we also know it is getting worse, with over half of teachers saying all types of disruptive behaviour had become worse in the last two years.” As a result of the report’s findings, the ERO has made 16 recommendations, including better training for teachers, a national approach to behaviour and clear guidance for schools on having effective consequences for poor behaviour. Vaughan Couillault, Principal Papatoetoe High School & President of the Secondary Principals’ Association joined Simon Barnett and James Daniels. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finance Minister Nicola Willis says the Government's still committed to cutting tax in May's Budget, despite worsening economics. She's revealed in today's Budget Policy Statement, Treasury now expects 0.1 percent GDP growth this year. The forecast last year was 1.5 percent. The Finance Minister says surplus isn't possible in 2026-27 - but it could be achievable the following financial year, although it isn't a given. She says Labour's spending legacy needs to be corrected in future Budgets. She says the Government will set a moderate, sustainable course of fiscal correction over several years - and any new spending will be targeted, and within their means. Newstalk ZB Political Editor Jason Walls joined Simon Barnett and James Daniels with the details. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth Abdinor is an Employment, Workplace & Information Expert with Taylor Shaw Barristers & Solicitors. He regularly joins Simon Barnett and James Daniels to answer listeners' employment related questions. Today saw questions about an employer refusing to pay sick pay, a contract without a maternity clause and cameras in the workplace among other things. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Highlight Reel, Si & James debate whether or not MFAT should help the Kiwi tourist's arrested in Thailand. Simon is full of fun facts about the amount of noodles being eaten world wide. The wider Barnett family are having trouble with the 'first home buyer grant'. Plus, James thinks now that we've entered a 'technical recission', we shouldn't be getting those promised tax cuts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wayne Brown grew up in Auckland, attended Auckland Grammar, and went on to get a degree in engineering. After spending several years overseas he returned to New Zealand and set up an engineering consultancy, diversifying into property development and kiwifruit growing. He’s chaired health boards and been a director of organisations including TVNZ, Māori TV, Vector and Transpower, including appointments by both left and right-wing governments. He first entered politics in 2007, becoming Far North Mayor until 2013 and in 2022 he of course successfully ran for the Auckland mayoralty.He was Simon & James' guest for this weeks Six and a Song. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Highlight Reel, Si & James debate what makes good comedy after Jimmy Carr takes a crack at a deaf woman in the audience. They also discussed Police pay and whether they should be allowed to strike. The Greens run into more trouble with another MP. Plus, it's Simon's turn for a smelly work lunch, James goes for a tour of Christchurch's new Court Theatre building and Simon dares to ask why women gasp! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Principal of one of New Zealand's top schools has slammed New Zealand's education system - saying it's heading towards rock bottom. Auckland Grammar head Tim O'Connor says the profession isn’t as valued as it once was. He told the Herald's Leaders Getting Coffee podcast that's evident by people not wanting to enter the profession and the fact that schools can’t easily access specialist teachers. He says the system's not doing itself any favours by lowering standards within the curriculum. Tim O'Connor joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels to discuss his thoughts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tim Southee was handed a Test debut at the age of 19 against England. He responded taking 5 wickets for 55 before smashing 77 off 40 balls in the second innings with nine sixes. Since then he has progressed into one of the best bowlers in world cricket, across all three forms of the game, going on to form one of the world's best new-ball partnerships with Trent Boult and establishing himself as one of the most successful players in the modern era. He is New Zealand’s second all-time leading Test wicket-taker, behind the great Sir Richard Hadlee, and the world’s all-time leading T20 international wicket-taker. In December 2022, he was named Test captain taking over from Kane Williamson. Tim Southee joined Simon Barnett and James Daniels for Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you understand anything about bitcoin? James says he missed the boat on it a few years ago, Simon says he just doesn't trust it. We called in the cavalry and asked the NZ Herald's Markets With Madison host Madison Reidy to help. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever fancied your skills as a vet, dentist or phone screen repair specialist? A story about DIY dentistry in a Northland town with no dentist prompted Simon Barnett & James Daniels to ask the question what have you had a go at yourself in an effort to save some money? Some callers' efforts were super enterprising. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth Abdinor is an Employment, Workplace & Information Expert with Taylor Shaw Barristers & Solicitors. He regularly joins Simon Barnett and James Daniels to answer listeners' employment related questions. Today saw questions on non disclosure agreements, an employer not paying waiting time and a question from someone who was worried after just having failed a drug test. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Highlight Reel, Si & James debate the concept of no body no parole and take a very revealing call from a former prison inmate. They also discussed the prospect of congestion charging. Adding to that – they discuss the continued issues with the Defence Force Boeing. Plus, we get a touching insight into sleepover night for the grandkids at Simon's place, the proposed changes at TVNZ, and what food is James hanging out for this week? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shane Reti believes the new health targets will help bring a greater level of focus back to the sector. The Government's implementing five key targets it says will drive better outcomes for all New Zealanders. This includes for cancer treatment, child immunisation rates and hospital wait times. The Health Minister says these targets are ambitious, but achievable. He says some of the targets are just looking to stem the bleeding in some areas, such as ED wait times. Association of Salaried Medical Specialists Director of Policy & Research Harriet Wild joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels to unpack the announcement. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Minister Mark Mitchell spent his early years living on Whenuapai Air Force Base where his father was a Flight Lieutenant. After leaving school he worked in the farming sector before joining the New Zealand Police during which and was a member of the Dog Section and Armed Offender’s Squad. He then went on to work in international political hotspots, including the start-up of his own company specialising in hostage rescue, security, and risk management. He first entered parliament in 2011, and is now the Minister for Police, Corrections, and Emergency Management and Recovery. Mark Mitchell joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels for Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 71 year old has gone viral this week after CCTV caught her getting swept up by a rolling door, the store posting the video on its Facebook page. Susie Nordqvist ran Si and James through the story today on the News You Never Knew You Needed To Know. LISTEN ABOVE, WATCH BELOW Video via Best One - Tonteg Stores on FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever had a flight cancelled or delayed in a situation that really peeved you? Si and James spotted a discussion on X (formerly Twitter) about a woman whose flight to Dunedin was delayed at such short notice she missed a fair chunk of Pink's show last night. She was not happy and thought she should have been given more notice. When the boys brought this up on the show the phones and text machine just lit up with people who have had similar experiences. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Highlight Reel, Si & James debate whether it’s bullying or banter to hang a clock around a young worker’s neck when they are late for work. They also discussed how important is having a driver’s licence to get people off the dole and into a job. Plus, we get an update on James' gout, the pair ask how much you would pay for a dating app, and is 98 octane fuel a have? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World Vision is reporting a 56% increase in 12 months in the cost of a selected food basket that includes things like rice, bananas, chicken, and eggs. Australia, in the same period (2022 to 2023) saw a 29% drop for the same basket. So how are we affording it? The Wellington City Mission says the reality is many of us aren't. Missioner Murray Edridge says demands on its Social Supermarket is unprecendented and they are seeing people they've never seen before. He joined Simon Barnett and James Daniels on the show. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Theresa Gattung is one of New Zealand’s most successful business people. She made waves in 1999 becoming CEO of then Telecom at just 37 years old. After leaving Telecom she has started several immensely successful businesses, been a board member on some of world largest organisations, and been involved with a number of not-for-profit and philanthropic interests. Among her many accolades she was appointed a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to business and philanthropy in 2015, has been inducted into the RNZSPCA and New Zealand Business Hall of fame, and been named as one of the most powerful women in the world by Forbes magazine. Her latest venture Compatico, a premium match maker service, has created a lot of buzz already. It’s was a great privilege to welcome Theresa Gattung on for Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A young Bunnings staff member in Dunedin was spotted wearing a large clock around his neck while working in the trades area of the store. Puzzled customers asked him why and he told them he'd been late for work. Bunnings have said their intention was good natured and no concerns had been raised. However the sector union said that bullying and hazing young workers is outdated and said anyone shamed should speak to a higher manager. While discussing the issue Simon Barnett and James Daniels took a call from Bunnings Chief People Officer Australasia Damien Zarah. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Finance Minister says the fight against inflation is not over yet -- as the Reserve Bank opts to keep the Official Cash Rate unchanged. The OCR will stay at 5.5 percent, which is in line with most economists' expectations. Nicola Willis says the bank clearly believes it's making progress in the fight against inflation, which is good news for every New Zealander. But she says interest rates are high for anyone with a mortgage or a credit card bill, and she wants to see inflation come down so interest rates can eventually follow. NZ Herald Business Editor at Large Liam Dann joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels to detail the OCR decision. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth Abdinor is an Employment, Workplace & Information Expert with Taylor Shaw Barristers & Solicitors. He regularly joins Simon Barnett and James Daniels to answer listeners' employment related questions. Today saw questions on what to do about an accident prone employee, lodging a personal grievance and excessive sick leave, among other things. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Highlight Reel, Simon Barnett and James Daniels get their teeth into everything from the Ginny Anderson Mark Mitchell stoush to tipping in restaurants. They pair also discuss Auckland's dog problem. There's debate over the Grant Robertson Labour era. And Simon spill's the beans on James' bad day at work. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After representing New Zealand at the U19 World Cup, Finn Allen made the move from Auckland to Wellington for an explosive 2020-21 summer where he became the top run scorer in the Dream11 Super Smash, propelling the top-order batsman to make his debut for the Black Caps in 2021 at just 21 years old. In January he played one of the great innings ever seen in T20 international cricket, blasting 137 off 62 balls against Pakistan – Breaking several records in the process including most sixes in an innings, highest individual score, most runs in a series, and highest strike rate of a Black Cap in T20. After a thriller last ball loss to Australia last night, the Black Caps go for round two against tomorrow night at Eden Park. Finn Allen joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels for Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labour's leader says senior MP Ginny Andersen went too far in accusing the Police Minister of being paid to kill people. She made the claim on Newstalk ZB this morning- referencing Mark Mitchell's time as a security contractor in Iraq. Mitchell dubbed it a character assassination - and Andersen has acknowledged her comments crossed a line. Kevin called Simon Barnett and James Daniels and told them about his time serving in the British Army in Iraq. Turns out he was co-located on the same compound as Mark Mitchell and he gave Si & James an insight into the work being undertaken. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Green MP Fa’anana Efeso Collins has died after collapsing while participating in a charity event in central Auckland. Collins was taking part in ChildFund Water Run to raise funds to support local communities in the Pacific at 9am in Auckland’s Britomart when he collapsed. Emergency services immediately responded with CPR and defibrillators to treat the MP and continued working on him for an hour. An organiser for the event confirmed to the Herald he had died at the scene. Collins, 49, is survived by his wife Fia and two daughters. Political Editor Jason Walls told Simon and James that select committee meetings had to be postponed after the news broke, and the MPs leaving the meetings were visibly shaken. Collins was a relatively new Green MP but had been a member of the Labour party for years prior, and many across the political spectrum have been in mourning this morning. An emotional afternoon is expected, as Parliament has one last meeting before adjourning until next Tuesday. Walls said that there will be speeches from the Prime Minister, the Green Party leaders, and various other party leaders. He said it going to be extremely emotional, and the tributes are expected to be touching. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The headline in the NZ Herald read "Auckland has a dog problem, and my staff are left cleaning up the mess". So said the Director of Regulatory Services at Auckland Council in a very frank opinion piece. Craig Hobbs joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels to explain. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Highlight Reel, Simon Barnett and James Daniels embrace the Taylor Swift frenzy as she touches down in Australia. James gets a hard time from Simon when they look at the idea of raising the age for superannuation. They also discuss how we get our kids back into the habit of actually going to school. James has a lovely story about his young grandson and Valentine’s Day. Plus an absolute crack-up call about kissing that you won't want to miss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cameron George has been the Warriors’ CEO for the last 7 years. He played and coached rugby league at a local level in Australia, before spending a decade in horse racing in New Zealand. He’s held positions as NZ Thoroughbred Racing's Chief Stipendiary Steward, as the Chief Executive of the Auckland Racing Club, and was on the Warriors Board before taking the helm of the organisation as CEO in 2017. Cameron George joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels for Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth Abdinor is an Employment, Workplace & Information Expert with Taylor Shaw Barristers & Solicitors. He regularly joins Simon Barnett and James Daniels to answer all listeners' employment related questions. Today he answered all manor of questions about payslips and contracts to termination and sick leave. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Highlight Reel Simon Barnett and James Daniels look at the everything from private school fees, crime, and nail fungus. Simon is troubled by self-obsessed gym goers – who can’t be working out without using cameras. The pair look at the axing of funding for pre-sentence cultural reports in our courts. James admits to his guilty TV pleasure – you’ll never guess what it is. And are hedgehogs an acceptable pet? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday afternoons after 3 o'clock Si and James enter 'Happy Hour'. This week Simon's daughter's new adopted pet got star billing. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Rattue is one of New Zealand's most renowned and contentious sportswriters who has been a part of the NZ Herald sports team for over 35 years. His work has taken him around the world to cover major events including World Cups in rugby, cricket, league and netball, along with Olympic and Commonwealth Games. His analysis and opinion writing has placed his work at the centre of discussions about many sporting codes – Work that has at times provoked the ire of entire nations. Chris Rattue joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels for this week's Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Highlight Reel Simon Barnett and James Daniels look at the resignation of James Shaw as co-leader of the Green Party and discuss what it means for the party’s future. Simon has little sympathy for the residents of Auckland's Herne Bay – after residents complained about the impact of a potential loss of a nature reserve. The never-ending changes in recycling rules left everyone confused. The pair discuss how difficult it can be dealing with the Ministry of Social Development. And James suffers blowback while doing some cleaning and Simon loses something. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cam Roigard had a huge year in 2023. Nicknamed the quiet assassin by Ardie Savea, he made his international debut against the Wallabies in July before being named in the All Blacks 2023 Rugby World Cup squad. A former speedway driver – He’s currently getting ready for the Super Rugby Season with the Hurricanes. Cam Roigard joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels for this week's for Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reports today that a Work and Income case manager shouted at his client to shut up and asked him if he wanted to go back to prison when he sought housing support. Sajay Singh had spent two years in Auckland Prison for drug supply. He says he is ready to turn his life around and sought help from Work and Income to find accommodation better than the boarding house they had provided where he no longer felt safe. Simon Barnett & James Daniels spoke to Kay Brereton Manager of the Beneficiaries and Unwaged Workers Trust about the difficulties beneficiaries face. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth Abdinor is an Employment, Workplace & Information Expert with Taylor Shaw Barristers & Solicitors. He regularly joins Simon Barnett and James Daniels to answer all listeners' employment related questions. Today, he shared the horror of his new family dog and the destruction caused at home before answering questions on the legality of paying less than the minimum wage, workplace injury and termination, among other things. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Highlight Reel we welcome back Simon Barnett. Si and James put on their big boys pants and talk period product funding. Simon asks why hand sanitiser is labelled 'dairy free"? The pair discuss insurance claims and what is fair and what's not. Plus, why is James' old hip in his beer fridge? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this exact date 50 years ago, Dick Tayler stunned the world by winning the 10,000 metre gold at the 1974 Christchurch Commonwealth Games – instantly becoming one of New Zealand’s athletics most iconic victories. Dick later worked as a marketing manager for the Harness Racing Association, a brewing company and served as President of the Canterbury Rugby Supporters Club. In 2014 he was appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to athletics. Dick Tayler joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels for this week's Six and A Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Government funding for period products in schools is not guaranteed beyond June. Danika Revell, chief executive and co-founder of The Period Place wants the funding extended to ensure access for all. She joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels to discuss the issue. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An emotional Simon Barnett has returned to Newstalk ZB today, his voice breaking as he thanked listeners for their love following the death of his wife Jodi. He said he hoped Jodi was “listening somewhere else now” - she’d been his biggest supporter for 35 years, listening to every show and offering advice and guidance. “I don’t know if I will get over her loss. I don’t want to,” said Barnett, his voice trembling. He said he wanted to laugh and joke again, but also wanted people to know that Jodi would never be far from his mind. “It’s actually lovely to be back. I didn’t know how I would go,” he said, as he kicked off the second hour of his 12pm-4pm Afternoons show on ZB, with co-host James Daniels. He said he’d had a terrible sleep overnight, as he prepared for what seemed like the first day at school. In the first hour of the show, he said it was “weird to be back but good to be back”. “I have been on the cusp of tears all day,” the Afternoons host told his listeners, as he opened his first show of the year - the first time he’s been back on air after a six-month absence. For the first time in 35 years his biggest supporter was not listening on earth, he said. His routine was now a lot different. Jodi died in October following a long battle with brain cancer. Daniels welcomed back Barnett - “I have got goosebumps” - and said he was missed: “Nau mai, hoki mai,” he reiterated. Barnett, Daniels and producer Tyler Adams had caught up over pizza in Sumner on Saturday night. Barnett had shouted the pair - Daniels joked that he had asked for Dom Perignon at the pizzeria on that basis. Barnett thanked the hundreds of ZB listeners who had shown their love and support for him. He joked that the love texts might well turn to hate in the following hours as he opined on various news topics. In a feature interview with the NZ Herald at the weekend, Barnett spoke of his return to the airwaves, saying he would not shy away from speaking about the loss of Jodi. He described her as his biggest supporter and an unofficial content director, listening to every show and offering guidance and advice over many years. Simon and Jodi Barnett: 'I look at her photo, I kiss her every night before bed.' “Since I started broadcasting, I’ve always wanted to be an authentic broadcaster - just tell it how it is, no fake news,” said Barnett. “To some extent, I will mention it, not at length, but it will come up, I’m sure, and I’ll acknowledge it. I won’t have any issues with acknowledging it or talking about it. “Hopefully it will make me a more empathetic broadcaster. I will be mindful that Jodi just used to love to listen. “I’m not going to go into a monologue. I’m not going to write an editorial about it, I don’t imagine, but just when it comes up, I won’t shy away from it.” Reconnecting with his listeners will play a critical role as Barnett deals with the grief of losing Jodi. “The listeners have always been exceptionally good to me. Whether it’s in music radio or whether it’s in talk, they’ve always been very kind to me. “I have really appreciated that kindness.” Barnett, 56, has been back reading and watching the news in recent weeks. “It’s a pretty broken world, I have to say. I find it challenging because I’m struggling to perk up anyway. “And then I look at the world and I look at Israel and Palestine - it beggars belief what’s happening there. You’re aghast at the suffering and then the Russian-Ukrainian war is still going. How does this happen? “I find that challenging, but thankfully I’m the midday-to-4pm host and I’m not doing Breakfast. I can still have some levity in our show with James, and I’m looking forward to that.” Barnett speaks to Jodi “all the time”, through the power of prayer and God. “Our faith is paramount. I always go through God. I say, ‘God, can you get Jodi for me’. I chat away. “I look at her photo, I kiss her every night before bed. I look at her every morning when I wake up and I say ‘Good morning love’.” Jodi will be at the forefront of his mind as he returns to radio. “People say, ‘How are you doing?’ I don’t know how to answer that ... I suppose I’m doing okay,” Barnett says. “I am stronger than I was three months ago, definitely. Three months ago, I couldn’t stop crying. Every moment of the day I was right on the cusp of tears and it was awful. “Now it does come in waves. I don’t imagine that the waves will ever end.” Editor-at-Large Shayne Currie is one of New Zealand’s most experienced senior journalists and media leaders. He has held executive and senior editorial roles at NZME including Managing Editor, NZ Herald Editor and Herald on Sunday Editor and has a small shareholding in NZME. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth Abdinor is an Employment, Workplace & Information Expert with Taylor Shaw Barristers & Solicitors. He regularly joins Simon Barnett and James Daniels to answer all listeners' employment related questions. Here he answers questions about giving notice, calls from the boss outside of hours, and being paid for minimum hours if the job is rained off, among other things. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth Abdinor is an Employment, Workplace & Information Expert with Taylor Shaw Barristers & Solicitors. He regularly joins Simon Barnett and James Daniels to answer all listeners' employment related questions. Today, he joined the show to answer questions about being paid while training, getting unpaid wages in a liquidation, and a sad question about being laid off before Christmas, among other things. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brooke van Velden is the ACT Party’s Deputy leader and newly minted Minister of Internal Affairs and Workplace Relations & Safety. Before being first elected to parliament in 2020, she was instrumental in the passing of the End of Life Choice Bill in2019. In this year's election, she ran successfully in the Tamaki electorate, beating National’s Simon O'Connor to claim the seat. She’s now of course a Cabinet Minister in our new Government. Brooke van Velden joined James Daniels and Tyler Adams for this week's Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new Government has officially been formed, and now National can begin to implement their 100 Day Action Plan. On the list is the banning of gang patches, a decision Police Minister Mark Mitchell stands by. Aaron has been a member of the Head Hunters gang for thirty years, and he reckons the legislation won’t work. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brooke Roberts is the co-founder, director and co-CEO of the wildly successful trading platform Sharesies. The app now has over half a million investors who’ve collectively invested over $2 billion. Brooke was the co-winner of the 2020 Women of Influence- Business award, alongside co-founder, Sonya Williams. She was also awarded the 2022 NZ Hi-Tech Inspiring Individual. Brooke Roberts joined James Daniels and Tyler Adams for Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Wallis is New Zealand's leading Neuroscience Educator, focusing on child development and how the brain works. Nathan explores how the brain works and how neuroscience can better inform our day to day interactions with children and young people. He joins the show on a regular basis taking your calls and questions on everything to do with child behaviour, development, how to get through to teenagers. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Stubbs is the founder of non profit KiwiSaver fund Simplicity. From a high flying stockbroker to a benevolent banker - his career spans politics, technology and finance. He believes the finance industry should be as much a force for good as a source of profit which he thinks can be achieved by companies embracing long term thinking, sustainability and full diversity. He along with the simplicity team have big plans, including building 25-thousand homes over the long term. Sam Stubbs joined James Daniels and Tyler Adams for this week's Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.