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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge
A fresh and intelligent start to your day - catch the very latest international and domestic news developments, sport, entertainment and business on Early Edition with Ryan Bridge, on Newstalk ZB.
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Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 13 November 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Thursday 13th of November 2025, Sir Brian Roche is investigating Andrew Coster over the IPCA report…
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Dylan Thomsen: AA Road Safety Spokesperson on the implementation of roadside drug tests
AA believes it'll be difficult to conduct the new roadside drug tests at the same volume as alcohol tests. From December, Police across Wellington can do…
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Louise Nicholas: Survivors' Advocate on the IPCA report into the handling of complaints against Jevon McSkimming
Former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster is "on leave" from the Social Investment Agency following a damning report into the handling of the Jevon McSkimming…
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Corina Jordan: Fish and Game Chief Executive on new firearms law reforms
New firearms law reforms aren't expected to hit the mark for everyone. Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee's rewritten the Arms Act, easing up on licensed…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 12 November 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Wednesday the 12th of November 2025, sexual violence survivor advocate, Louise Nicholas shares her…
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Ryan Bridge: The clock for Coster is now ticking
Coster is a dead man walking at this point. Anyone not completely brainwashed during Covid could see there was something a bit off about him - this IPCA report…
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Hugh Devereux-Mack: Council of Licensed Firearms Owners Spokesperson on the expected changes to the Arms Act
The Government's set to lay out what it plans to do about the gun laws. Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee is expected to announce her rewriting of the…
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Shamubeel Eaqub: Simplicity Chief Economist on banks returning high profits with low levels of innovation
Banks are under pressure to deliver customers more value. ANZ's announced a 21% rise in annual profit days after Westpac confirmed a 13% rise. Finance Minister…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 11 November 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Tuesday 11th of November 2025, Te Pāti Māori's national council has voted to expel MPs Mariameno…
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Helmut Modlik: Te Rūnanga O Toa Rangatira Chief Executive on fractures within Te Pati Māori
An iwi leader says fractures within Te Pāti Māori are unhelpful for Māori political goals. Te Pāti Māori's National Council has opted to expel Mariameno…
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Ryan Bridge: NZTA - the Grinch that stole Christmas
A few years ago, we had a bunch of stories about Santa parades getting cancelled because of red tape and traffic management. NZTA was the Grinch that stole…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 10 November 2025
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday 10 November. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday…
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Nicole McKee: Associate Justice Minister on the Government's meth plan
A multi-pronged action plan aims to tackle the country's soaring methamphetamine use. The Government's launched raft of measures including more funding for…
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Ryan Bridge: Shocks can come any time
Tongariro is a National Park for a reason. It's a stunning part of the country. The fact is currently on fire is worrying not just because it's a fire and you…
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Tony Johnson: Rugby Commentator previews the All Blacks v Scotland clash
The All Blacks’ Grand Slam tour continues this weekend. They’re up against Scotland at Murrayfield after a solid victory over Ireland in the first leg…
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John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO on the government lowering the bar for gas companies to access $200m fund
The Government's looking to invest in more companies that can get the country more gas, fast. It's widening the scope for its $200 million gas co-investment…
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Ryan Bridge: How are the India FTA talks going?
So we've had a fifth round of talks with India on a free trade agreement. A senior government minister's in town with 42 of his mates. This is a sign of good…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 07 November 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Friday the 7th of November 2025, The Government’s lowering the bar for gas companies to access the $200…
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Zainab Ali: Youth Inspire CEO on the number of young people who are unemployed
Concerns too many young people are finding it too hard to find a job. 15.2% of young people in the labour force are now unemployed, while 13.8% of all young…
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Jagruti Dave: US Correspondent on Zohran Mamdani winning the New York City mayoral election
New York City's new Mayor Elect says he will remain accessible and transparent. 34-year-old democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani has become the city's first…
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Mark Mitchell: Police Minister on the lack of enforcement of the ban of smoking and vaping in cars with children
The Police Minister says he has more pressing priorities than the enforcement of a law banning smoking or vaping in cars with children. Last year, Newstalk ZB…
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Alan McDonald: EMA Head of Advocacy on Kiwis taking more sick days than ever before
Assurance news of a rise in Kiwis calling in sick indicates a positive cultural shift. A Business NZ and Southern Cross report shows workers are taking an…
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Ryan Bridge: A little too much economic nimbyism going on
There’s a form of economic nimbyism that’s going on in this country. And if we want to get ahead, everyone knows there must be trade-offs. No economic miracle…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 06 November 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Thursday the 6th of November 2025, youth unemployment is continuing to rise, Zainab Ali, CEO of Youth…
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Nathan Guy: Meat Industry Association Chair on the strong demand for red meat exports
Our red meat sector's continuing to see strong international demand. Latest data from the Meat Industry Association shows the value of our red meat exports in…
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Adrian Nacey: Fire and Emergency NZ Community Safety Manager on the call to ban public fireworks sales
A Fire and Emergency manager believes public fireworks sales should be banned as Guy Fawkes looms. It's currently restricted to just four days a year, this…
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Mike Jones: BNZ Chief Economist on unemployment expected to hit near nine year high
Unemployment has hopefully almost reached its peak. Latest Stats NZ data is expected to show unemployment has reached 5.3% in the September quarter. That's up…
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Andrew Dickens: It's time for the Government to back our seniors
Pensioners marched on Parliament yesterday, demanding that politicians remember them. And one of the biggest things on their mind is the rules around…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 05 November 2025
On the Early Edition with Andrew Dickens Full Show Podcast Wednesday the 5th of November 2025, the unemployment figures get released today with economists…
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Daniel Chrisp: Cemeteries and Crematoria Collective Chair on the concern cemeteries are running out of space
There’s concern our cemeteries are running out of space, with some councils taking too long to secure new land. The Cemeteries and Crematoria Collective says…
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Kelly Eckhold: Westpac Chief Economist on lending rates increasing 20% year-on-year
Consumer confidence could be turning around as borrowing rises. Latest data from credit bureau service Centrix shows residential mortgage and household lending…
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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on rain forecast for the 165th Melbourne Cup
Rain's on the forecast for today's 165th running of the Melbourne Cup. There are no New Zealand-trained runners this year, but Smokin Romans and Torranzino…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 04 November 2025
On the Early Edition with Andrew Dickens Full Show Podcast Tuesday 4th of November 2025, Centrix data shows more people are getting mortgages, Westpac Chief…
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Angus Chambers: GP Owners' Association Chair backing calls for Government to make better use GP data
The GP Owners' Association's backing calls for the Government to make better use of primary care data. A New Zealand Initiative report says information from GP…
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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent comments on train stabbing between London and Doncaster
9 people were left in a critical condition after a knife attack on a train in the UK. It is believed that a man on the train, which was moving from…
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Fleur Fitzsimons: PSA National Secretary says ACC breached employee contracts
The public service union says ACC has breached employee contracts with its working-from-home rule change. The PSA's taking the agency to the Employment…
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Simeon Brown: Health Minister on government announces 140 new hospital beds for 2026
Attracting the extra staff needed for 140 new hospital beds could be a challenge. The Government's announced new wards for Middlemore, Waikato, Wellington and…
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Andrew Dickens: Are we sticking by clean green NZ?
On Friday I interviewed a representative of oyster farmers in the Mahurangi area who were outraged at a wastewater dump by Watercare that had poisoned their…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 03 November 2025
On the Early Edition with Andrew Dickens Full Show Podcast 2025, the Government’s adding 140 new hospital beds across five hospitals from mid next year Health…
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Elliott Smith: Rugby Editor and ZB voice of rugby joins from Chicago ahead of All Blacks v Ireland
The All Blacks are set to face Ireland in Chicago for the first match of their Grand Slam Tour. This will be the first time the two sides have faced each other…
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Simeon Brown: Health Minister comments on Measles outbreak as number of cases rises
Health Minister receiving advice on allowing babies to receive measles vaccine as the outbreak spreads. New Zealand has two new Auckland cases bringing the…
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Geoffrey Miller: Geopolitical Analyst discusses Trump's nuclear testing comment
Is Donald Trump testing the limits with his latest nuclear weapon testing comment? The US President posted on social media - saying he has no choice but to…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 31 October 2025
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 31 October. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday…
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Garry Reymer: Fonterra Shareholder and Supplier talks about the company's major sell off
Signs are looking good for Fonterra's major sell-off to get the green light this morning. By 10:45 today, the shareholders will decide if selling big brands…
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Terry Collins: AA Principal Policy Advisory discusses WOF extension proposal
Opinion remains split on whether we have to renew our vehicles' Warrants of Fitness, too often. Proposals up for consultation from today would further stretch…
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Ryan Bridge: Our free trade ideology is under threat
You know how we're a free trade country? It’s our thing. We export, we earn, we sell, we get richer. And we want open supply chains and free movement of goods…
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Rachel Simpson: Business NZ Immigration Specialist talks government getting tougher of businesses wanting to recruit migrants
Belief that both employers and the Government need to up their game to ensure Kiwis are being hired before migrants. The Immigration Minster's getting tougher…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 30 October 2025
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 30 October. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday…
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Nick Clark: Report author and Senior Fellow discusses proposed changes to MMP
More MPs and longer parliamentary terms have been deemed key to modernising a decades old electoral system. Fresh New Zealand Initiative research found 30…
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Kyle Brewerton: The Immediate Past President of the Auckland Primary Principals Association comments on content change to school curriculum
It's early days for new curriculum changes, as not all subject documents have been uploaded. The Education Minister has unveiled proposed changes to content…
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Phil Goff: former Labour leader on Labour's CGT policy
A former Labour leader says there'll be a sense a relief among many to see a new capital gains tax policy. Labour's announced the policy for next year's…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 29 October 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Wednesday 29th of October 2025, The Government’s finally unveiled its new school curriculum for years 1…
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Ryan Bridge: Are trade missions worth it?
Did you catch the comments yesterday from Malaysia Deputy PM. He was talking to a kiwi delegation off in KL for ASEAN. "This will be your new market and we…
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Casey Costello: Associate Health Minister discusses focus on aged care reform
The Government's making moves on aged care reform - hoping to better meet New Zealanders' needs. It's establishing a Ministerial Advisory Group to recommend…
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Azaria Howell: Senior Political Reporter discusses Luxon at the ASEAN summitt.
The Prime Minister's met with various South East Asian leaders but missed out speaking with US President Donald Trump, as he attends talks in Malaysia. Chris…
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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on Labour announcing a capital gains tax
It's unclear how much the Labour government will raise, from its just announced new capital gains tax. The targeted tax would apply to profit made from selling…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 28 October 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Tuesday 28th of October 2025, Labour's announced a capital gains tax, Infometrics Principal Economist…
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Ryan Bridge: About time Dame Noeline was reinstated
It was only a matter of time before Dame Noels was allowed back where she belongs. You could almost hear the cheers from fans not just of netball but of sport…
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David Seymour: Deputy Prime Minister says strikers haven't won the public's sentiment
The Deputy Prime Minister isn't buying the argument strikers have won the war on public sentiment. Thousands downed tools across the education, health and…
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Matt Montgomerie: Forsyth Barr Senior Analyst on Fonterra proposed sale
New Zealand's economy could look to benefit from Fonterra’s proposed sale. The proposed sale of Anchor and Mainland brands to French company Lactalis could…