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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.
Episodes
- Early Edition with Ryan Bridge
Andrew Dickens: Should we pull out of the Paris Climate Accord?
Pulling out of the Paris Climate agreement has got the backing of ACT and New Zealand First, who say we're overdoing it. And my first reaction is yes. The…
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Sam Mackinnon: Hospitality New Zealand spokesperson on the international visitor spend increasing
Overseas visitors are back and here to spend, with tourism hotspots like Queenstown reaping the benefits. The latest International Visitor Survey results show…
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Fleur Fitzsimons: PSA National Secretary on the call to cull ministerial portfolios
A push to slim down New Zealand’s unusually large number of ministerial portfolios is being met with caution. A report by the New Zealand Initiative's found…
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Stuart Nash: Former Labour Minister on foreign investors being able to buy homes
A drive to attract foreign investors could deliver more than just financial gain. The Government’s tweaking visa rules, letting Active Investor Plus holders…
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Jeremy Andrews: Key Mortgages broker on more people getting mortgages approved
More people are getting mortgages approved as they prepare for the Official Cash Rate to fall further. Latest Centrix figures show mortgage enquiries are up…
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Andrew Dickens: Our water infrastructure simply isn't getting better
The Government’s new plan for water services is called Local Water Done Well. It’s all about keeping control in the hands of local councils and communities…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 02 September 2025
On the Early Edition with Andrew Dickens Full Show Podcast Tuesday 2nd of September 2025, the government's made moves of the foreign buyers ban, former Labour…
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Ruth Money: Chief Victims Advisor discusses latest crime statistics, and what to expect in the future
The New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey reveals most violent crimes have been dropping in the past two years. It finds the number of sexual assault victims…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 01 September 2025
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday 1 September. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday…
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Aidan Donoghue: Victoria University's Student Association spokesperson on student hardship
Concern tertiary students are having to choose extra work over studying - to keep up with increased living costs. More than 34-million-dollars in hardship…
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Andrew Dickens: Quigley's resignation is bad for the economy
Neil Quigley marched off into the sunset at 5.49pm on Friday. Late enough for the news to miss the TV 6pm bulletin. It’s an old PR trick. Leaving the shock…
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Riki Flutey: Black Ferns backs and skills coach on the injuries, clash against Japan
The Black Ferns’ opening Rugby World Cup win has come at a cost. They crushed Spain at the start of the week, claiming victory 45-8, but lost loose forward…
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Vincent McAviney: UK Correspondent on Ukraine suffering its worst night of strikes in months
Ukraine has suffered its worst night of strikes in months. Nineteen people have been killed, including four children, and dozens are injured following a…
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Chris Nixon: NZIER Principal Economist on the slowing Chinese investment in NZ
Chinese investment in New Zealand is growing, but slowly. The New Zealand China Council’s annual report shows China ranks 12th as a source of foreign…
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Steve Gillett: Kingslander Bar on the proposed new alcohol rules
It could soon be easier to go to the pub for a big overseas sports match amid tough times in hospitality. The Government's proposing to loosen certain…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 29 August 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Friday 29th of August 2025, changes to alcohol regulation laws means ministers can grant one-off…
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Ryan Bridge: Air New Zealand isn't making me proud
Reading the Air New Zealand results was a bit disappointing - even more so was the commentary after. Profit's down, demand is down, costs are on the march…
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Toni Waterman: US Correspondent on the shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis
A Minneapolis Catholic school's been left devastated after a gunman killed two children and injured 17 other people. He was armed with a rifle, shotgun, and…
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Owen Vaughan: OneRoof Editor on rising housing affordability
It's positive news for hubs like Auckland and Wellington where housing affordability gains have been most visible. Cotality NZ’s new report finds the national…
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Arena Williams: Labour Party Commerce Person on the Government's plan to fast-track supermarkets
The Labour Party is accusing the Government of dillydallying on changes to the grocery market. Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis announced plans to speed…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 28 August 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Thursday 28th of August 2025, the government's fast tracking new supermarkets to boost competition in…
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Ryan Bridge: The Govt should have fast tracked supermarkets years ago
All good so far from Nicola Willis on supermarkets. She's got to the nub of the problem, which is basically red tape. Governments of all stripes, including…
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Dellwyn Stuart: Mind the Gap co-founder on the gender pay gap at the lowest it's ever been
Belief an improving gender pay gap is due to a weaker labour market. Stats NZ's revealed the difference in pay between women and men fell to 5.2% in the June…
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Rachel Simpson: Business NZ immigration specialist on the new migrant tax rules
There’s a belief new tax rules will attract top tech talent to the country. The Government's changing the rules so migrants will only pay tax on income they…
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Simon Bridges: Auckland Business Chamber CEO on the new Business Investor Visa
More foreign investors could soon flock in to work hard on Kiwi businesses. The Government's new Business Investor Visa will give foreign businesspeople who…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 27 August 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Wednesday 27th of August 2025, the government's introducing a new investor Visa, Auckland Business…
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Ryan Bridge: The Government should go all in on Auckland
There’s a very good reason National’s talking about a revamping the major events fund - or as the PM said on Monday, stuffing the pipeline with more events…
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Satish Ranchhod: Westpac Senior Economist on New Zealand's economic growth rate
New Zealand could see faster economic growth than Australia, but fewer jobs. In New Zealand, Westpac's now forecasting an economic growth rate will hit 2.4%…
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Sam Stubbs: Simplicity Founder on the potential changes to banks' capital requirements
A reassurance that banking won't be much riskier even if capital rules are changed. The Reserve Bank's put out two proposals to loosen capital requirements…
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James Fuller: Hnry CEO on the number of self-employed people opting out of KiwiSaver
Self-employed people are opting out of KiwiSaver, putting their retirements at risk. A new report from the Retirement Commission and accounting firm Hnry's…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 26 August 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Tuesday 26th of August 2025, The Reserve Bank’s giving capital rules a second look, Simplicity Founder…
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Elizabeth Rata: Auckland University Sociologist of Education on more A-grades being handed out
There's a view that NCEA has impacted how Universities grade their students. A report by the New Zealand Initiative has found the proportion of A grades has…
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Ryan Bridge: Peeni Henare strikes again
At the rate it’s going, this by-election could cost Labour the real election. Peeni Henare’s popping out policies toxic to the general electorate but popular…
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Steve Cullen: Criminal lawyer discusses the punishment fatal road accidents involving drugs and alcohol
A clear message has been sent around driving under the influence after the jailing of a 20-year-old, who killed one of his friends in a crash. Alexander Lucas…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 25 August 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Monday 25th of August 2025, Police Minister Mark Mitchell joins Ryan to talk about the issues with…
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Mark Mitchell: Police Minister on new police recruits
The Police Minister says our Police force is 'world-class' after concerns were revealed about officers' preparedness. A survey of training officers released to…
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Ryan Bridge: I've had it with vicious dogs
How many more children and pets will we tolerate being maimed and punctured to death on suburban streets before this actually gets taken seriously I’ve…
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Sam Ackerman: Sports Commentator previews the second Rugby Championship clash against Argentina
The All Blacks are demanding a discipline improvement as they count down to the rematch against Argentina in Buenos Aires. After having the better of the…
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David Cunningham: Squirrel Mortgages CEO on first home buyers dominating the market
A notable shift in the housing market as first home buyers have the highest share of purchases in two decades. The Cotality Monthly Housing Chart shows first…
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John Wineera: Retired Lieutenant Colonel and defence expert on the new planes, helicopters, defence spend
Our defence aircraft could soon be playing cat-and-mouse with submarines following a multibillion-dollar investment. The Governments putting $2.7 billion…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 22 August 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Friday 22nd of August 2025, The Government's gone shopping for some new planes and helicopters, at the…
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Vincent McAviney: Europe Correspondent on the Israeli military beginning first stages of ground offensive in Gaza
Israel's military has begun the first stages of a planned ground offensive in Gaza City, causing Palestinians to flee. It's pressing ahead with its plan to…
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Ryan Bridge: I've had it with small carparks
We should all be happy, the weekend’s finally here. But there’s an issue of major national significance I need to get off my chest: I have had it with car…
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Julian Leys: Building Industry Federation CEO on Fletcher Building's financial loss
It's been another tough year for Fletcher Building. The construction giant's announced a net loss of $419 million, compared to a loss of $227 million last…
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John Battersby: Massey University Senior Fellow on the report from the Security Intelligence Service
The fact a terrorist attack on New Zealand remains a future possibility is coming as no surprise to one security expert. A Security Intelligence Service report…
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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on Reserve Bank cutting the OCR
A steady slide to the OCR is gently flowing through to households. The Reserve Bank's cut the cash rate from 5.5% to 3% over the past 13 months and is also…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 21 August 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Thursday 21st of August 2025, Finance Minister Nicola Willis shares her thoughts on the Reserve Bank…
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Ryan Bridge: What the OCR says about the state of our economy
Remember just a few weeks ago how Sir John Key wanted 100 point cut from Reserve Bank? We'll, they've almost given him what he wants. It's easy to be an…
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Kelly Eckhold: Westpac Chief Economist on ahead of today's OCR announcement
Economists are expecting a 25 point basis cut from today's OCR announcement, but it could be the last one for a while. The Reserve Bank will announce it's…
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Margaret Cooney: Octopus Energy Chief Operating Officer on the new Electricity Authority rules for generators
Changes for our electricity sector could just be small steps in levelling the playing field. New Electricity Authority rules will require generators to sell…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 20 August 2025
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 20 August. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday…
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Kyle Brewerton: Auckland's Remuera Intermediate Principal on only a quarter of Year 8 students achieved curriculum writing
Belief changes to class sizes and staffing are needed to improve writing achievement at intermediate level. The Government's launching a new digital tool for…
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Ryan Bridge: What can Nicola do about inflation contributors?
Electricity and groceries are your two big ticket inflation targets. Punters want to pay less for both. There are nuclear options available: Cut the gentailers…
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Lesley Yeomans: Australian Correspondent on Qantas being fined $90 million for illegally firing workers
Former Qantas workers are claiming victory over its $90 million fine for illegally sacking more than 1800 workers. The court's found outsourcing baggage…
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Matt Montgomerie: Forsyth Barr Senior Analyst on A2's profit increase, purchase of the Pokeno plant
Another dairy sector shake-up. Infant formula and dairy company a2 Milk is buying the Yashili plant in Pokeno and selling its majority stake in the Mataura…
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Malcolm Fleming: Certified Builders CEO on the Govt changing liability rules for building consents
Praise for new building consenting rules. The Government will change liabilities, holding parties responsible for their share of work. Certified Builders Chief…
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Nick Harper: Feature Story News US Correspondent on Trump and Zelensky meeting at the White House
A reasonable chance of the Russia-Ukraine war ending if a trilateral meeting with both country's leaders occurs. This comes from Donald Trump ahead of today's…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 19 August 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Tuesday 19th of August 2025, Trump is meeting Zelensky and EU leaders at the White house to discuss…
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Ryan Bridge: The Coalition needs to tighten its agenda
In the last week we’ve had a smorgasbord of small, seemingly minor stories hitting the headlines. Helmets or no helmets for cyclists. Which name comes first on…
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Sue Chetwin: Grocery Action Group says StatsNZ's inflation figures are higher than they should be
Following the food inflation figures from Friday, Foodstuffs has challenged StatsNZ’s numbers. On Friday, StatsNZ reported a 5.0% rise in the year to July. But…