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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 Bridge
Sarina Gibbon: Auckland Property Investors' Association Spokesperson on landlords offering incentives to prospective tenants
A property investor advocate says landlords should consider lowering their rents, rather than offering incentives. Changes in the market have seen landlords…
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Clayton Anderson: Former NASA Astronaut on Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams coming back to Earth from ISS after 9 months
After nine months stranded in space, NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams will be back on Earth today. Their stay on the International Space Station…
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Andrew Dickens: Cops on the beat is a no-brainer
Cops will stay on the beat in the Auckland CBD. The government will boost anti-crime measures across central Auckland with $1.3 million of funding as a result…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 19 March 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Wednesday 19th of March 2025, Otago University International Relations Professor Robert Patman breaks down what…
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Adam Pearse: NZ Herald Political Reporter on the meeting between Christopher Luxon and Narendra Modi
Christopher Luxon and the Indian Prime Minister have agreed on several priorities while in a private meeting yesterday, including on security. Luxon is leading…
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Kate Camp: Te Papa representative on 'The Scale Of Our War' exhibit being extended for another seven years
Te Papa's popular Gallipoli exhibit is going to be around for another seven years. The Scale Of Our War exhibit, which showcases giant Weta Workshop made…
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Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB Political Editor on Act taking on local body elections
A new chapter for the Act Party, as it takes on local body elections for the first time. Leader David Seymour is calling for expressions of interest of anyone…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 18 March 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Tuesday 18th of March 2025, NZ Herald Political Reporter Adam Pearse shares the latest on the Christopher Luxon…
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Andrew Dickens: A good news story out of the Government
It's a bit easy to be negative these days. Times are tough and talk is cheap, and I like to manage expectations and not get too carried away with rhetoric. But…
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Max Whitehead: Employment relations specialist on benefit recipient numbers rising
The Government's target to reduce the number of people on the benefit hasn't gone to plan. Recent statistics show a 12% increase in people getting assistance…
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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on Starmer's Ukraine announcement, fatal fire in North Macedonia
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced military planning to protect a potential Ukraine ceasefire is moving to an "operational phase." Military leaders…
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Andrew Alderson: Sports reporter on Liam Lawson's Red Bull debut, Black Caps v Pakistan, and the Warriors win at home
Sports reporter Andrew Alderson catches us up on the weekend that was in sport. Liam Lawson was eliminated in his first Red Bull debut in Melbourne yesterday…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 17 March 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Monday 17th of March 2025, the number of people on the Jobseeker Benefit is rising, employment relations specialist…
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Chris Abercrombie: PPTA President on a national school bullying database
It's thought more work is needed, before a national school bullying database could work. New Zealand holds the highest level of bullying in the OECD, according…
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Andrew Dickens: Targeted school lunches is the way to go
Last week as the world puzzled over war and peace and the end of globalisation and rules based free trade, New Zealand was watching the slow-motion train wreck…
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James Allen: Motorsport Commentator previews the Melbourne Grand Prix
Liam Lawson will get his first taste of Formula One as a fulltime Red Bull driver when practice begins this afternoon for the season-opening Melbourne Grand…
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Gabriel Boyd: University Students Association President on Act pushing for UOA to scrap the compulsory Waipapa Taumata Rau course
Push back on the Act Party's attempts to get Auckland University to scrap its compulsory ‘Waipapa Taumata Rau’ course. The near $6 thousand paper covers the…
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Vincent McAviney: Europe Correspondent on Trump's threat of 200% tariffs on European alcohol
Donald Trump is threatening to slap 200% tariffs on European alcohol. The EU is planning to impose tariffs on American bourbon next month, in retaliation to…
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Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB Political Editor on day two of infrastructure investment summit
The jury's still out on how much foreign capital the Government's Infrastructure Investment Summit will pull in. More than 100 offshore entities are attending…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 14 March 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Friday 14th of March 2025, Newstalk ZB Political Editor Jason Walls tells Andrew Dickens what came out of the…
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Andrew Dickens: Are Labour serious about infrastructure investment?
So, Barbara Edmonds is in front of the investment conference today, representing the Labour Party who may or may not be in charge of the Treasury benches in…
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Mahesh Muralidhar: Phase One Ventures CEO on the changes to the Foreign Investment Fund
There are hopes proposed changes to the Foreign Investment Fund will boost our own productivity. The changes will allow new migrants to be taxed on a…
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Lance Burdett: Former Police Negotiator on the rising public trust and confidence in the Police
Public trust and confidence in New Zealand Police is recovering. The latest Crime and Victims Survey shows its risen to 69% – a 2% rise in the year to October…
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Simon Bridges: Auckland Business Chamber Chief Executive on Infrastructure Investment Summit in Auckland
Expectations we'll have a strong showing of investment opportunities for our venture-hungry guests. More than 100 offshore firms are making an appearance at…
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Andrew Dickens: We're all talk, no action
It was a big deal for Rod Duke to go public with his concerns about his country yesterday. The Managing Director of Briscoe’s was announcing his company’s full…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 13 March 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Thursday 13th of March 2025, the Government's big investment summit kicks off today in Auckland, Auckland Business…
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Irene King: Aviation Commentator on the launch of Qantas' new loyalty scheme
Changes to Qantas’ loyalty scheme are taking off today. They’re raiding the competition, with other airlines’ frequent flyers of gold status or higher able to…
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Simon Arcus: Wellington Chamber of Commerce CEO on the changes to the Government's procurement rules
Some changes to the Government's procurement rule book are being welcomed. Currently, there are 71 rules a business must follow to be awarded a government…
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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the arrest made in the case of the North Sea collision
An arrest has been made in the case of the fiery North Sea collision, which saw two large ships —one at anchor— erupt in balls of flame. English Police have…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 12 March 2025
Changes to Qantas' loyalty scheme start today, Aviation Commentator Irene King explains what it means for competition in the sector. Major school lunch…
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Phil Palfrey: Kaitao Intermediate School Principal on school lunch provider being placed into liquidation
Another push for the Government to cut its losses with its revamped school lunches. The Libelle Group - which is contracted to deliver about 125-thousand meals…
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Andrew Dickens: Could the housing crisis be over?
As with all things lately we’re looking for any little clue that the old normal is coming back. But I don’t think it is. ASB lowered its house price inflation…
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Bharat Chawla: India New Zealand Business Council Chair on the Prime Minister's delegation to India
New Zealand is looking to build stronger ties with India. The Prime Minister is heading to New Delhi and Mumbai on Saturday with a contingent of ministers and…
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Michael Lee: Auckland University marketing expert on National, Christopher Luxon's slipping popularity in the polls
It's thought the Prime Minister's communication style doesn't sit well with Kiwis. The latest Taxpayers’ Union-Curia Poll shows Chris Hipkins has leap-frogged…
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Andrew Dickens: It's too early for polls
We’re awash with polls. The Taxpayers' Union-Curia poll and research from Horizon. It all says we’re not happy with the country right now. Therefore, we’re not…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 11 March 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Tuesday 11th of March 2025, The Prime Minister's announced he's taking a large delegation to India, India NZ…
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David Smith: The Guardian's Washington Bureau Chief on Mark Carney taking over from Justin Trudeau as Canadian Prime Minister
The United States' reaction to Canada's next Prime Minister's being described as fairly muted. Mark Carney's taking over from Justin Trudeau as leader of the…
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Andrew Alderson: Sports Journalist talks the Black Caps, Super Rugby
It was a massive blow for the Black Caps, narrowly missing the Champions Trophy. India claimed the win by four wickets, chasing 252 to beat New Zealand. Andrew…
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Michelle McCormick: Infrastructure NZ Policy Director on the changes to the Public Works Act
What's being described as "ancient" infrastructure legislation is in for a shake-up. The Government's pitching changes to the Public Works Act to speed up…
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Viv Beck: Heart of the City Chief Executive supports a bed tax as a way to fund these events which bring people to Auckland
A renewed push for an Auckland bed tax, after a strong summer for its hotels. They experienced a five-million-dollar boost, largely due to SailGP and country…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 10 March 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Monday 10th of March 2025, the Government's proposing changes to the Public Works Act to speed up how it acquires…
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Andrew Dickens: My thoughts on the state of the healthcare system
We ended last week with some hopeful noises from the health sector. Minister Simeon Brown was praised by academics and commentators for his increased funding…
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Irene King: Aviation Commentator on Greg Foran resigning as CEO of Air New Zealand
There's a belief Air New Zealand should turn its focus back on serving domestic customers as it looks for a new CEO. Greg Foran has resigned after five years…
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James Headley: Otago University International Relations Expert on Phil Goff being fired for making comments about Trump
Phil Goff has paid the price for stepping out of his lane and commenting on US President Donald Trump. The comments questioning Trump's understanding of war…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 07 March 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Friday 7th of March 2025, Air New Zealand Boss Greg Foran is calling it quits, Aviation Commentator Irene King…
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Donna Demaio: Australian Correspondent on Australians bracing for Cyclone Alfred
Australians are bracing for Cyclone Alfred, as its first effects are felt. The slow-moving storm is expected to reach the coast of Southeast Queensland and…
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Andrew Dickens: Don't screw with the successful over 60s
What’s with all these sackings and surprise resignations this week... Phil Goff yesterday, Adrian Orr the day before. Richard Prebble did a runner from the…
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Warwick Bagg: Auckland University Professor on the new training placements, advanced education for nurses
There's delight at the Government's moves to improve access to primary care. It's announced the annual training places for nurse practitioners in primary care…
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Cameron Bagrie: Economist on Adrian Orr's resignation as Reserve Bank Governor
An independent economist says there'll be lasting questions about Adrian Orr's legacy as Reserve Bank Governor. His shock exit, announced yesterday, is halfway…
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Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on the trade war between Canada and the US, potential tariff relief
Canada could be seeing some potential relief from US tariffs. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau slammed the 25% import levies as a "very dumb thing to do", as…
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Andrew Dickens: My thoughts on Adrian Orr calling it quits
So, Adrian Orr is gone in a month. And he’ll probably breathe a sigh of relief. He’s been at the centre of public scrutiny ever since he got the job as NZ…
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Kelvin Davidson: Corelogic Chief Property Economist on property values rising
A return to growth in New Zealand's housing market. Corelogic's Home Value Index saw property values rise by 0.3 percent in February -- the strongest increase…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 06 March 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Thursday 6th of March 2025, Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr has resigned out of the blue - Independent Economist…
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Todd Valster: Rail and Maritime Transport Union General Secretary on the costs of the previous rail deal, new deal
There are fresh developments in the Government's Cook Strait ferry headache. Hyundai is back in the running to land a deal after the coalition canned its…
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Matt Terrill: Former Chief of Staff to Marco Rubio on the peace deal between Ukraine and Russia
Ukraine's President is ready to sign the US deal for a ceasefire only hours after America's decision to pause military aid to the war torn nation. Volodymyr…
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Justin Tighe-Umbers: National Road Carriers Association CEO on report which found congestion will cost Auckland 2.6 billion dollars a year by next year
Truck drivers say it will take more than just congestion charges to address Auckland's traffic woes. Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown is hoping for practical…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 05 March 2025
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Wednesday 5th of March 2025, Donald Trump has paused all military aid into Ukraine, Marco Rubio's Former Chief of…
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Andrew Dickens: We're still waiting for answers on the ferries
You could hear the disappointment oozing out of the Maritime Union Spokesperson yesterday as we found out the break fee for the Interislander ferries would be…
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Anita Baker: Porirua Mayor on Wellington Water overcharging ratepayers, if Nick Leggett should step down
Questions over the future of Wellington Water's chairman, with calls for him to go after troubling findings within the organisation. A scathing review has…
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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the incoming Cyclone Alfred
Queensland's bracing for Cyclone Alfred to hit later this week. It's been upgraded to category two overnight, and is brewing off the Australian coast, where…