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Toni Street is one of the most popular presenters on New Zealand television and radio.Having worked on Seven Sharp for many years, she still fills in as co-host, and is also one of the host of The Hits Breakfast Show.Talking with Simon Barnett and Phil Gifford, Street says that she loved her four years on the 7PM show but it reached a point where she did not want to work those hours."As soon as my daughter hit school age, I wouldn't see her after school, and the first time I'd see her would be eight'o'clock at night."Street says that she never thought she would commit to journalism, reaching a crossroads when she was 18 and lost her 14-year-old brother - one of three children her parents lost.She says she took journalism off the table, but her mother pushed her to follow her dream."I actually needed that kick up the pants." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A skin cancer doctor says good sunscreen is important, but Kiwis need to be having regular checks and wearing the right clothing under New Zealand’s sun to be protected.It comes after calls for better screening of sunscreen, after nearly half of tested products didn't meet S-P-F levels they advertised.The latest test of sunscreens by Consumer New Zealand found 9 of 20 products didn't meet the standard on the bottle.The Skin Institute’s Dr Shona Dalziel told Simon and Phil kiwis in general are a bit hesitant in having regular skin checks and applying sunscreen correctly.She says we need to get better as New Zealand continues to have one of the highest skin cancer rates in the world.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A renewed call for Government regulation of the sunscreen industry after the latest protection testing results.Consumer NZ has found nine of 20 products didn’t provide the sun protection claimed.They included big-name brands like Cancer Society's everyday SPF 50 plus sun lotion, Banana Boat and Sunsense.Consumer NZ Head of Research Jessica Wilson told Simon and Phil sunscreens are failing to meet the claims they make.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every 3 weeks we're joined by Inspector Hirone Waretini from the New Zealand Police to talk topics and take your questions and phone calls in a segment we call The Beat. This week the Inspector covered speed limits, firearms licences, bag searches and more. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Kieran Read prepares to call time on his distinguished New Zealand career, his new book Straight 8 is and open and honest life story of one of rugby's greatest players, a legendary All Black and a two-time World Cup winner. He spoke to Simon and Phil about that RWC loss, life after rugby, and the highlights of his long and brilliant All Blacks career. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The former All Blacks Assistant coach says he doesn't think he'll ever move on from what happened at the RWC 2019, but lessons have been learnt. Ian Foster joined Simon and Phil for this weeks Six and a Song. We talked about his childhood, the RWC, his family life, the pressures of elite rugby, and of course his favourite song. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump is downplaying damning evidence coming from the first day of public hearings in his impeachment inquiry.The US president is accused of trying to pressure Ukraine into investigating political rival Joe Biden.Senior Trump administration officials Bill Taylor and George Kent have confirmed they believe there was a quid pro quo, as Democrats have alleged – But the president is appearing not to care.Jeanne Zaino, Professor of Political Science and International Studies at Iona College in New York, told Simon and Phil there's still a big hill to climb in bringing impeachment proceedings.LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Armed with abundant knowledge, scientific research and a true desire to help others recover their energy and vitality, Dr Libby empowers and inspires people to take charge of their health and happiness.She joined Simon and Phil for the first of our regular segment on health and happiness.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She may be only 7 years old, but Kayleigh Dryden has already proven she is not one to skirt around the big issues.The St Francis Xavier School pupil got sick of wearing her pinafore to school each day.So she decided to take her problem right to the top. She wrote to the school's board of trustees, asking if she could wear shorts and a T-shirt in summer.Principal Carmel Jolly told Simon and Phil the board considered Kayleigh's proposal and said ‘that's great, why not’.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hundreds of schools are closed and thousands of firefighters and water bombing aircraft are on standby in New South Wales.The fire danger rating is listed as catastrophic - with strong winds and soaring temperatures.More than 50 fires are still burning - most on the state's mid-north coast, where at least three people have died, and 150 homes have been destroyed.ARN Newsreader Sean Frazer told Simon and Phil everyone is on high alert as high winds and scorching conditions continueLISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The President of the Police Association says the sad fact is that unless things change, it's only a matter of time until Police carry weapons at all times.A six-month-pilot of armed police patrols was launched in October in response to the Christchurch terror attacks and escalating gang violence.Chris Cahill told Simon and Phil the conditions NZ police are facing are becoming increasingly dangerous, and unless things change it may be inevitable having armed police full time.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a game we play every Friday. You Da Man, the guys pick their favourite songs of the week and the audience picks their favourite. First to 3 votes takes it out.In honour of U2 playing in NZ this weekend, we all picked out favourite U2 songs. For once Si and Producer Tyler were happy to see Phil win with a U2 song inspired by a kiwi. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After Simon chatted with his dad about his bee keeping passion, we wanted to know just how popular is it with Kiwis. Turns out very, with many callers and texts into the show from dozens of hobbyist bee keepers around the country. We spoke to ZM's Assistant Content Director Gary Pointon, who is a huge fan of bee keeping, about how it works, and why he loves it so much. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A transport export says any regulation around drink driving on e-scooters would be extremely complex. A study by Auckland City Hospital on e-scooter injuries has prompted another call for a zero alcohol limit for people riding them.The study, published in today's New Zealand Medical Journal, reveals 180 patients were admitted to the hospital's emergency department in the first five months of e-scooter use in Auckland.Senior Transport Engineer for Transport Consultancy firm Viastrada Glen Koorey told Simon and Phil the regulation around low powered vehicles is broad, and changes around intoxication would have widespread ramifications for other transport modes. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was an absolute privilege to have Greg Murphy on the show for Six and a Song.Murphy left his mark on the sport of V8 Supercars, with over 400 V8 Supercar race starts, multiple Bathurst 1000 wins, and appointments with some of the highest profile race teams in Australasia. He is rightfully considered one of the greats by fellow competitors and fans alike, and one of the best blokes around.He chatted with Simon and Phil about where he learnt to drive, the pressures of V8 motor racing, what is his most treasured possession and more.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congratulations to the Mainland Canoe Polo Association, our latest winner of Dulux Delivering the Dream!Their three storage containers where they store their gear for club members were tagged with graffiti, and they didn’t. have the financial resources to repaint them.Thanks to Dulux, they’ve won $1000 worth of paint to have those storage containers looking tip top and graffiti free!We Deliver the Dream for Dulux each month so head to our Facebook page or our competitions page. Send us a video or photos of your community project that could do with a hand. We know there are loads of you out there.Thanks to Dulux, you could be in to win Dulux products to the value of $1,000 for your community group or a deserving person in your community.It’s all about Delivering the Dream with Dulux.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The National Party leader says he doesn’t think an outright ban of fireworks is the way to curb bad behavior.Fire and Emergency says it's been called to about 55 fireworks-related call-outs in the upper North Island over a 24 hour period.Fire crews were also called to nine incidents in the lower North Island, and eight call-outs in Christchurch.National Party Leader Simon Bridges told Simon and Phil an outright ban is heavy handed, and is unlikely to stop people using fireworks dangerously.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth Abdinor, Partner with Malley & Co back with this weeks Law Corner.Every fortnight we have Gareth in to take your calls and questions ON everything employment, privacy and technology related. This week we had some great questions around minimum wage obligations, and taking leave over Christmas.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You Da Man, the guys pick their favourite songs of the week and the audience picks their favourite. First to 3 votes takes it out. Despite being up against Tom Jones and The Beatles, Darius Rucker's version of Wagon Wheel, a classic country singalong in every bar across New Zealand, too out deserved honours. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A property investor who owns more than 80 rental properties says people struggle to understand people making money when it isn't a per hour activity — especially when it involves earning 10 or 100 times a normal wage.Graeme Fowler focuses mainly on a buy-and-hold investment strategy, but also makes money through property trades.In 2017 he and his wife traded 24 properties within 1 year netting them $800,000He told Simon and Phil anybody can do it if they put in the work, and give his top five tips. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This weekend marks the 50th anniversary of New Zealand's first nationwide television news broadcast.On November 3, 1969, Dougal Stevenson read the news for NZBC Network News, now 1 News.Simon and Phil spoke to current newsreader Simon Dallow and former 1 news reader Bernadine Oliver Kirby about being a newsreader, and their memories of the iconic newsreaders of the past. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chlöe Swarbrick has run multiple businesses, been a journalist and radio producer, studied law and philosophy, and ran for the Auckland Mayoralty at the age of 22 before joining the Green Party as an MP.She was our guest for this weeks Six and a Song. We chatted about why she got into politics, the criticism the Green Party gets, and what she does outside of politics. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A criminologist says taking a hard-line approach to gangs on income, drugs and violence won't solve those problems. The National Party's discussion document includes a proposal for gang members wanting a benefit to prove they don't have illegal income. University of Canterbury Criminologist Greg Newbold told Simon and Phil that will always be hard to prove, as is the case when it comes to the perception gangs are the main peddlers of drugs. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every 3 weeks we're joined by Inspector Hirone Waretini from the New Zealand Police to talk topics and take your questions and phone calls in a segment we call The Beat. This week we talked speeding fines, illegal parking, and even had a great giveaway thanks to the good folk at New Zealand Police! LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former All Blacks great Conrad Smith says while losses like this Rugby World Cup hurt, the best thing the players can do is remember there’s bigger things in life.Conrad Smith was part of the All Blacks team to win the 2011 and 2015 World Cups, but had his share of loses as a player.He told Simon and Phil there’s always learnings after World Cups, but it’s hard to understand the pressure of a World Cup unless you’re in it.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our resident vet and professional advisor for the New Zealand Veterinary Council Seton Butler joined Simon and Phil for another Dog Box segment. This is where our listeners can ring up and get free advice on whatever ailment their beloved pet is going through. This week we discussed bald spots on animals, kittens not using litter boxes, and rehoming injured ducklings. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Professor of Irish Studies says the origins of Halloween would surprise many. The holiday has become firmly cemented in New Zealand culture as thousands of children around the country dress up and hit the streets for treats. Eamon Cleary Chair of Irish Studies Prof Sonja Tiernan told Simon and Phil many people believe it's an American tradition, but it actually originates from Scotland. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A technology commentator says despite the well-documented issues, Spark Sport succeeded with its Rugby World Cup service. The Rugby World Cup bronze final between New Zealand and Wales will be broadcast free to air with a one-hour delay on TVNZ1.The match was previously scheduled to stream solely on Spark Sport.Paul Brislen told Simon and Phil that while there were many streaming issues, overall Spark Sport delivered most of the games to the vast majority of viewers without major problems.LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a game we play every Friday.You Da Man, the guys pick their favourite songs of the week and the audience picks their favourite. First to 3 votes takes it out.It's been a while for producer Tyler, but he pulled off an upset with a unplugged version of a classic from a guitar god. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks are about to go through their final preparations for tomorrow night's Rugby World Cup quarter final against Ireland.Captain Kieran Read is fronting the media before the side's captain's run at Tokyo Stadium this evening.Coach Steve Hansen has reiterated the need for the All Blacks to be at their best against a side he respects.Radio Sports Elliot Smith told Si and Phil it's shaping up for a big showdown.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A former TV industry BOSS doesn't think free-to-air TV's ending any time soon.MediaWorks has announced it's selling TV Three and Bravo, as well as its offices and studios.John Barnett used to own local production company, South Pacific Pictures.He told Simon Barnett and Phil Gifford there are safeguards in place for creating free-to-air content.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ross Taylor set New Zealand's highest One Day International score and became the first New Zealand player to reach 20 centuries in any format of the gameHe is considered to be one of the best batsmen to have represented New Zealand and was Simon and Phil’s guest for this week’s Six and a Song.We chatted about the World Cup, his greatest fear, and why he always pokes his tongue out after hitting a century,LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iconic shock rocker and Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Famer Alice Cooper is returning to New Zealand in February 2020 with his all-new "Ol' Black Eyes Is Back" show. He won the Living Legend award in the Classic Rock Roll Honours in 2006, and his band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2011He joined Simon and Phil to talk about his up coming shows in New Zealand, how he's still rocking in his 70s, his love of golf, his close friendship with Johnny Depp and more.LISTEN ABOVEShow dates:Alice Cooper – Ol’ Black Eyes Is Back TourThu 20 Feb – Trusts Arena, AucklandSat 22 Feb – Horncastle Arena, ChristchurchSpecials Guests – Airbourne and MC50 featuring Wayne Kramer of the legendary MC5 with an all-star band performing MC5 classics. Joining Wayne is guitarist Kim Thayll (Soundgarden), drummer Brendan Canty (Fugazi), bassist Doug Pinnick (King’s X) and frontman Marcus Durant (Zen Guerilla)Tickets on sale now from www.ticketek.co.nzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The head of the Drug Foundation is adamant pill testing at festivals will save lives.It's something the Labour Party here is keen on, but New Zealand First and National oppose it.Ross Bell told Simon and Phil he understands the concerns, but if we’re serious about protecting young people, we need to give them the testing option.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nadia Lim joined Simon and Phil to talk about her beautiful new cookbook Vegeful. With over 100 deliciously satisfying recipes to celebrate beautiful, colourful, bountiful vegetables.You can get it on her website. Nadialim.com or any good book store.She also took your calls and questions on everything food related.Always a pleasure having her on!LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Glamorous camping - or glamping - could not only provide farmers with a bit of extra income, it’s being called the 'next evolution in rural accommodation'.With more people wanting holidays and short breaks where they can disconnect and get back to nature, avenues have opened up for rural and lifestyle property owners to share their land with paying guests through glamping.Canopy Camping Co-founder Liz Henderson told Simon and Phil it’s become a huge market for those wanting to reconnect with nature but still want the comforts of home.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newstalk ZB’s own Frances Cook had the realisation 3-4 years ago that she didn't want to keep living pay day to pay day, and always feeling anxious about money.That lead to her creating a personal finance podcast to help out the average person with money... and helped herself at the same time!She’s now distilled all of that knowledge down into her new book ‘Tales from a financial hot mess, combining her personal experience with fresh interviews with some of the best money experts in NZ, covering off all the things the average person should be doing to feel secure in their money situation.She joined Simon and Phil to discuss the big light bulb moments she had in her financial journey. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

National Party Leader Simon Bridges says Chirstoper Luxon will need to mentally prepare for a possible transistion from business to politics. The former Air New Zealand boss has confirmed he'll be putting his name forward to be National's Botany candidate in next year's general election.Simon Bridges told Simon and Phil while he can't endorse who the candidate may be for obvious reasons, if Luxon is picked it he needs to know politics is a different animal from any other industry. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Christchurch Mayor and television host Sir Bob Parker was out guest for this weeks Six and a Song. We chatted about his time as host of the great 'This is your Life' where he interviewed our greatest New Zealanders like Sir Ed Hillary and Sir Charles Upham, his Mayoralty through the hardest period of Christchurch's history, and of course his favourite song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spark Sport has secured a six-year deal to broadcast all international and selected domestic cricket matches in New Zealand, from next April.It's another win in the battle against Sky TV - whose share price fell 6.3-percent on opening this morning.TUANZ CEO Craig Young told Simon Barnett and Phil Gifford it's been met with differing reactions.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Australian rugby great says part of the job of rugby captain is to put pressure on the refs.A former Irish international is the latest to pen a column attacking the All Blacks at this year's Rugby World Cup, calling the team a group of cheaters who are escaping send offs for free.Former Ireland No.8 Neil Francis took aim at the All Blacks in the Irish Independent, claiming the All Blacks cheat with impunity and such breathtaking cynicism and referees let them do it.Nick Farr-Jones told Simon and Phil says cheats is a strong word. He says if you want to be a good footy player, you have to put pressure on the refs about the decisions they make. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Auckland surgeon is applauding renewed plans from the government to combat growing rates of diabetes.New figures show amputations from the illness hit a record high of more than a thousand last year.Associate Health Minister Peeni Henare wants a quit-smoking-style campaign to combat diabetes and is suggesting a similar project for diabetes, which could include a sugar tax or warning labels.Dr Richard Babor told Simon and Phil it's a move in the right direction, rather than nonsense that people just need more self control. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth Abdinor from Malley & Co law firm joined Simon and Phil to answer your employment questions as part of their regular Law Corner segment. This week we discussed being asked about your salary in a job interview, your employer using hidden footage against you, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A special tax scale for those aged over 65 could help claw back NZ Superannuation from high income earners.It comes from a report on the sustainability of NZ Super prepared for the Review team by Susan St John and Claire Dale of Auckland University’s Retirement Policy and Research Centre.One scenario would see a tax rate of 39% imposed, whereby the Superannuitant would have to earn $123,000 before the “break even” point was reached. Interim Retirement Commissioner Peter Cordtz told Simon and Phil St John and Dale’s suggestions were worthy of consideration.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congratulations to the Greater Green Island Community Network, this month’s Dulux Delivering the Dream winner! The Greater Green Island Community Network works to foster a strong community in Dunedin which works together to develop its own solutions - a community where neighbourhoods are again full of people we know as our neighbours.Thanks to Dulux New Zealand, the $1000 worth of Dulux products will be used to fund a new mural in the well-used Runciman street pedestrian tunnel which has been hit with an increase in the amount of graffiti, rubbish and drainage issues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a game we play every Friday. You Da Man, the guys pick their favourite songs of the week and the audience picks their favourite. First to 3 votes takes it out.After a few weeks without the gong, Phil roars back with a classic hit which romped through. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has made four changes to his side for Sunday's pivotal Rugby World Cup match against Wales.Veteran Adam Ashley-Cooper replaces the suspended Reece Hodge on the right wing.Will Genia and Bernard Foley re-unite in the halves, while Dane Haylett-Petty has been named at fullback.Nigel Yalden told Simon and Phil it will be an exciting match up. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A woman who found out the identity of her birth father online after four decades of searching says she cannot wait to finally meet him in person.Carrie Fines was adopted as a baby in Canada in 1967 after first being a ward of the Crown and spending time in foster homes there. She moved to New Zealand when she was 18 years old.After several decades searching, she finally tracked down her father’s number and late last year she gave him a call. Carrie told Simon and Phil that first conversation was magic.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every month we have our Dulux DIY expert to answer all your questions for those DIY jobs us kiwi's love. Murray Gray has worked in the painting industry since leaving school, and the perfect man He’s well placed to answer your painting-related questions to help you take on that next project.Murray’s been involved with the Master Painters Association for years and has been one of the judges for the Master Painter of the Year awards for the past 12 years.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

William Pike, at the age of 22, lost his right leg after being after being struck by a boulder in the 2007 eruption of Mt Ruapehu.He was sleeping in a hut on Mt Ruapehu at the time the lahar hit around 8.30 at night. That was 12 years ago today, and this experience lead him to become an incredibly successful inspirational speaker and founder of the William Pike Challenge Award. He joined Simon and Phil to chat about that day on the 12 year anniversary, and his work with the Antarctic Heritage Trust inspiring the next generation of young explorers. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.