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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: 03 April 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Thursday 3rd April 2025, Minister for mental health Matt Doocey joins Andrew Dickens to talk on major report into…
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Mike Hutcheson: Marketing Expert on the NZR-Ineos settlement, what's next for the All Blacks?
New Zealand Rugby and former kit sponsor Ineos have resolved their financial differences. A settlement has been reached after NZR lodged an injunction at the…
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Viv Beck: Heart of the City CEO on New Zealand dropping its bid to host the America's Cup
An Auckland Central business group says the Government has missed a golden opportunity for growth by not funding the America's Cup. Central Government refused…
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Gwyn Thurlow: Deerstalkers Association Chief Executive on landowners no longer responsible for injuries on their site
The Government's latest health and safety regulatory reforms are being viewed as a win for hunters. A new change makes clear landowners won’t be responsible…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 02 April 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Wednesday 2nd April 2025, Auckland businesses are disappointed the city will not host the 38th America's Cup, Heart…
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Andrew Dickens: Our kids should know Shakespeare
The draft year 7-13 English curriculum proposes compulsory Shakespeare for senior secondary school students. That’s provoked a furious debate about the…
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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the Chinese research ship passing through Australian waters
Australian officials are closely monitoring a Chinese vessel that's passing through its waters, after completing a joint mission with Kiwi scientists off the…
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Todd Valster: Rail and Maritime Transport Union General Secretary on the new ferry announcement
As the future of the Cook Strait ferries becomes clearer, some are lamenting how long it's taken. Two new road and rail-enabled ferries and port-side…
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Mike Cosman: Institute of Safety Management Chair on the Government reforming health and safety
Some are struggling to see the point of the Government's face-lift to workplace health and safety obligations. Minister-in-Charge, Brooke van Velden confirms…
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Billie Moore: New Zealand Airports Association Chief Executive on the Commerce Commission and Auckland Airport's latest interactions
The Commerce Commission and Auckland Airport's latest interactions are being seen as a sign regulation is working. Auckland Airport isn't lifting its airline…
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Andrew Dickens: Is the new ferry deal really better in the long run?
Winston’s great rail solution is now revealed: it’s just like KiwiRail’s iReX but cheaper. The boats are still big and they’re rail enabled but the portside…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 01 April 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Tuesday 1st April 2025, Todd Valster General Secretary of the Rail and Maritime Union shares his thoughts on the…
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Andrew Alderson: Sports Contributor on Warriors win, Ryan Fox at the Houston Open, and Moana Pasifika beating the Crusaders for the first time
Moana Pasifika completed the biggest win in the Super Rugby season so far, beating the Crusaders 45-29. It’s the first time the team have beat the Crusaders…
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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on Prince Harry accusations, H&M using AI to create twins
Prince Harry has been accused of "harassment and bullying at scale" by a former chair of a charity set up by the Prince. The allegations come as the individual…
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Rob Campbell: Health NZ Chair contractor and consultant spending cuts
Health NZ will cut $204 million of contractor and consultant spending, making up for more than half of the Government's target of $400m. The public health…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 31 March 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Monday 31st of March 2025, nearly half of the Government's contractor and consultancy spending cuts are set to come…
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Ernie Newman: Grocery Policy Expert on the Government seeking advice, on breaking up the supermarket duopoly
A grocery sector expert says he's pleasantly surprised by Nicola Willis's plans for the sector. The Economic Growth Minister has confirmed she's seeking advice…
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Andrew Dickens: The devastation of dog attacks
Spent all weekend waiting for more details about the death by dog in the Bay of Plenty. This story upset me greatly. We heard about the victim. A cheeky cheery…
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Thomas Maher: Formula 1 Journalist on Liam Lawson's demotion from Red Bull Racing
Liam Lawson has officially been demoted from the Red Bull Formula One team. He lasted two Grands Prix before management decided to replace him with Japanese…
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Shane Henderson: Auckland Councillor on Eden Park winning the vote as the preferred stadium
Eden Park has triumphed in its battle to be Auckland's Council's preferred stadium over building a new facility near the city's waterfront. The council has…
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Vincent McAviney: Europe Correspondent on the plans for a European reassurance force in Ukraine
The UK and France have agreed to lead a "reassurance force" in Ukraine. British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer says Europe is mobilising on a scale "not seen…
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Sir Lockwood Smith: Former Associate Finance Minister on cuts to consultancy spending in the public service
A former associate finance minister believes public sector job cuts are needed to grow the economy. Latest Public Service Commission data shows the core…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 28 March 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Friday 28th of March 2025, Red Bull have officially demoted Liam Lawson, F1Planet.com Editor and Journalist Thomas…
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Andrew Dickens: Is casual clothing in the house acceptable?
Winston Peters turned into a grumpy old conservative man in the house yesterday. A role he assumes to hoover up votes from his constituents rather than the…
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Bob McMurray: Motorsport expert on the speculation around Liam Lawson's future with Red Bull Racing
Motorsport expert Bob McMurray claims Liam Lawson's been treated unfairly by Red Bull as he faces demotion two races into the Formula One season. Racing Bulls…
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Shamubeel Eaqub: Simplicity Chief Economist on the debate over potentially loosening capital requirements for banks
There's debate over the potential loosening of bank rules. Reserve Bank requirements —forcing banks to have enough capital to withstand a one-in-200-year…
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Samantha Murton: Royal New Zealand College of GPs President on the consistent lack of funding for primary healthcare providers
Primary healthcare appears to be bearing the brunt of a vicious funding cycle. New Royal New Zealand College of GPs research shows the sector's facing…
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Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on the White house group chat saga
The White House says screenshots of a top US officials group chat didn't contain classified information. The Atlantic magazine editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 27 March 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Thursday 27th of March 2025, could Liam Lawson be dropped by RedBull already? Motorsport expert Bob McMurray shares…
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Andrew Dickens: Tamatha Paul shares complaints of one, not one hundred
Tamatha Paul: a woman mocked for her views on Police. Chris Hipkins says her views on beat Police were unwise, and then he went further and said they were…
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Lesley Yeomans: Australia Correspondent on the release of their federal budget
The just revealed Australian Federal Budget is being criticised as an election sweetener. The Treasurer's announced tax relief for households. Prime Minister…
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Maurice Williamson: Auckland Councillor on the stadium debate
Neither of two options for Auckland's main stadium are entirely feasible. Auckland Council staff say feasibility studies for either an upgraded Eden Park or a…
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Gavin Grey: Europe Correspondent on the Black Sea ceasefire deal between Russia and Ukraine moving ahead
Caveats to the new Russia-Ukraine Black Sea ceasefire deal are causing uncertainty. The United States says both countries have agreed to stop military strikes…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 26 March 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Wednesday 26th of March 2025, officials warn neither options for an Auckland stadium are feasible, Auckland…
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Tom O'Neil: CV.co.nz Managing Director on business confidence dropping to its lowest level since Covid
A blow for Kiwi business confidence, which has slumped to its lowest level since the post-2020 Covid lockdown lows. The Westpac-McDermott Miller index shows…
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Andrew Dickens: Every city needs a stadium
So, Auckland looks like it’s doing it again: dilly dallying in decision making about big stuff. A council advisory group has informed us that neither the fancy…
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Jason Pine: Weekend Sport host on the All Whites qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Great news for football fans – the All Whites are heading to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Their 3-0 win over the New Caledonia side was enough to book their trip…
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Mark Hooper: Federated Farmers RMA Spokesperson on the Government's new reforms
Farmers are keeping an eye on how some aspects of Resource Management Act reforms will work in practice. The Government's new framework for planning includes…
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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the boost to defence spending expected in Labor's budget
A sizable boost to defence spending's expected in Australia's budget. Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers will hand down his fourth federal budget for Labor…
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Jacqui Southey: Save the Children Advocacy Director on OT makes privacy breaches
Save the Children says Oranga Tamariki needs to step up communication in the name of trust, so they can do their job. A newly released review has highlighted…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 25 March 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Tuesday 25th of March 2025, The Government's finally scrapping the Resource Management Act, Federated Farmers RMA…
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Andrew Dickens: We're training doctors for no reason
It’s no secret to anyone that we do not have enough doctors in New Zealand. Recent policy moves to attract more qualified overseas doctors have been eagerly…
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Andrew Alderson: Newstalk ZB Sports Reporter talks Liam Lawson, Alex 'Grizz' Wyllie
Newstalk ZB Sports Reporter Andrew Alderson joined Andrew Dickens to wrap this weekend’s sporting events. They discussed the Chinese Grand Prix and Liam…
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Sandy Lau: PWC Partner on the call for countries to ensure their tax systems are fair
A tax expert says changes to the tax system must not stand in the way of economic growth. A UN committee is calling on countries to ensure tax policies are…
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Fleur Fitzsimons: PSA National Secretary on the Government asking about further cost cuts in the public service
Public servants appear unconcerned by the Government's recent request to help identify further cost cuts. Thousands of public servants across all agencies have…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 24 March 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Monday 24th of March 2025, The Public service has been asked by the Government to find areas for cost cutting, PSA…
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Gavin Grey: UK/ Europe Correspondent on the Pope Francis being dismissed from hopsital
Positive steps for Pope Francis, following his five-week battle with double pneumonia. The 88-year-old's been discharged from hospital back to his Vatican…
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Andrew Dickens: My take on GDP
While I was away tramping all over the top of the Coromandel Peninsula, we had some good and bad news. GDP came out better than we expected with a rise of 0.7%…
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Andrew Dickens: my take on the GDP figures
While I was away tramping all over the top of the Coromandel Peninsula we had some good and bad news. GDP Came out better than we expected with a rise of 0.7…
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Richard McIntyre: Federated Farmers Dairy Chair on Fonterra's interim results, the dairy sector
Fonterra farmers are in line for a large payout on interim results. The co-op’s lifting its dividend to 22 cents a share, from 15 in the previous comparable…
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Craig Renney: Council of Trade Unions Economist on the rising GDP, NZ leaving a recession
New Zealand's out of recession, but many Kiwis could take a while to feel better off. Our economy grew by 0.7% in the December quarter – surpassing all…
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Malcolm Mulholland: Patient Voice Aotearoa Chair on the lack of robust urgent care services in Napier
The Napier community feels underwhelmed despite retaining its overnight urgent care. The Government’s back tracking on a leaked proposal to cut the service due…
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Francesca Rudkin: What we can learn from the World Happiness Report
Did the news yesterday that the economy had grown more than expected, by a whopping 0.7%, put you in a good mood for the week? Maybe the news that Fonterra has…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 21 March 2025
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 21 March. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday…
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Sarah Dalton: Association of Salaried Medical Specialists Executive Director on Simeon Brown's calls for them to stop advocating
There are fears public health doctors are losing their ability to speak freely. They're being told they need permission before speaking out on regional issues…
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Kelvin Davidson: CoreLogic Chief Property Economist believes a change in home loan borrowing habits is occurring
There's anticipation more homeowners will change their borrowing behaviour this years. 90% of home loans were floating or fixed for less than a year in…
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Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist ahead of the release of GDP numbers
New Zealand is believed to be crawling to economic recovery. Figures —due out from Stats NZ this morning— are expected to show the economy grew between 0.3 and…
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Francesca Rudkin: A new Western Springs stadium is an exciting opportunity
Gee, we’ve gone stadium mad here in Auckland. We already have seven pretty substantial stadiums ranging from 4000-person capacity to 50,000, spread across the…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 20 March 2025
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 20 March. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday…
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Robert Patman: Otago University International Relations Professor on the call between Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin
The Kremlin appears to have emerged victorious from a call with US President Donald Trump. Russia's agreed to pause firing on energy and critical…