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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
John Glover: Queenstown Mayor on National's alternative to a bed tax
Queenstown's Mayor says National's alternative to a bed tax is better than nothing. The party's pledging to change how the International Visitor Levy is spent…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 09 September 2026
On the Early Edition with Andrew Dickens Full Show Podcast Wednesday the 9th of September 2026, new numbers on how students are are comparing with the rest of…
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Kate Acland: Beef + Lamb Chair on Labour's plan to review the ETS
Beef + Lamb New Zealand is welcoming Labour's plan to review the Emissions Trading Scheme. Labour says ETS prices are too low to meaningfully cut emissions…
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Andrew Dickens: The jungle drums are starting to thrum for the fast-track regime
Well, the jungle drums are starting to thrum for the fast-track regime. Word on the street is that legal action is coming for a number of the proposals…
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Alastair Bunkall: Sky News European Correspondent on Germany's far-right party AfD winning the state election in Saxony-Anhalt
Germany's far-right AfD is piling pressure on parties to work with them after a state election win. Preliminary results show the party is three seats short of…
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John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO on the Government's first investments from the Gas Security Fund
The oil and gas industry is welcoming the first loans from the Government’s $200 million Gas Security Fund. It's investing $23.5 million into two projects…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 08 September 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast 2026, Todd Energy getting up to $23.5 million in government loans for gas security projects, Energy…
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Tania Tapsell: Rotorua Mayor: on the Government investing $5 million for local tourism
Overseas visitors are being encouraged to get out of the main centres so our tourist hotspots stay fully booked all year round. The Government's putting $5…
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Ryan Bridge: Standing still is not a strategy
We've got another report from another ratings agency, Moody's. They've taken a look at our credit, they've taken a look at our economy, much the same as the…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 07 September 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Monday 7th of September 2026, National’s promising to make it easier to get into your first home if…
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Kelvin Davidson: Cotality Chief Property Economist on National's plan to expand the First Home Loan scheme
National's plan to expand the First Home Loan scheme could help more people buy their first home - but isn't expected to transform the housing market. The…
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Ryan Bridge: The war in Iran isn't going anywhere
Told you when this whole thing kicked off that it wouldn't end tomorrow, and it hasn't. This is the war between the US and Iran. It is still going on. The…
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Sean Fitzpatrick: Former All Black previews the third Greatest Rivalry test against the Springboks
The All Blacks are preparing for the third test in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry. South Africa levelled the series in Cape Town, making this match effectively the…
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Rawdon Christie: Real Estate Agent on the state of the property market, Cotality data showing prices fell by 0.4% in August
The property market's remaining subdued with a suggestion it'll be a while until there's real growth in prices. Cotality data shows values on average fell by…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 04 September 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Friday the 4th of September 2026 the All Blacks take on the Springboks for their third test in…
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Warwick Bagg: Auckland University Dean of Medical and Health Sciences on ACT campaigning on scrapping Māori and Pacific med-school places while keeping review findings private
ACT's plan to campaign on scrapping Māori and Pacific med school places is being seen by some as electioneering. A review into Auckland and Otago university…
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Ryan Bridge: Books I've been reading lately
Look don't mind confessing you, dear listener, that I don't read many books. I do listen to them on audio, I do read on holiday, but who has the time to…
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Mark Wilkshire: Co-operative Bank CEO on the impact of the OCR hike on home loan rates
Banks aren't expected to increase fixed rates after the latest OCR hike. The Reserve Bank raised the Official Cash Rate another 25 basis points yesterday…
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Gillian Blythe: Water New Zealand CEO on the lessons that can be learned from the Moa Point disaster
A warning to asset owners across the country to take lessons from Wellington's Moa Point disaster. The Government has released the findings of an independent…
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John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa Chief Executive on Methanex closing its Taranaki plant
Methanol producer, Methanex, has confirmed it is shutting the Taranaki plant that has run for 40 years. It says it's struck a deal to sell most of its natural…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 03 September 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Thursday 3rd of September 2026, Co-Operative Bank CEO Mark Wilkshire shares his thoughts on the Reserve…
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Ryan Bridge: It's not the mistakes that kills trust, it's the accountability dodgers
There's an air of arrogance and butt-covering to the stench that is Moa Point. In a nutshell, the council, its water management company, and the contractor…
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Marg Foster: Former Silver Fern on the confirmation of a privatised domestic netball competition
New Zealand's netball ecosystem is breathing a sigh of relief after confirmation of a privatised domestic league for next season and beyond. Rich-lister couple…
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Kelly Eckhold: Westpac Chief Economist on the expectation the Official Cash Rate will be hiked
Another OCR hike is widely expected today and the Reserve Bank could signal more are coming. It announces its decision at 2pm, with the Official Cash Rate…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 02 September 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Wednesday 2nd of September 2026 another OCR hike is looking likely from the Reserve Bank, Westpac chief…
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Robert Patman: Otago University International Relations expert on the US re-engaging with the Pacific
The US appears to be re-engaging with the Pacific as it invests in Cook Islands infrastructure. New Zealand's pledged to co-invest with the US to build a port…
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Ryan Bridge: Is this really AI theft?
IP lawyers will be licking their lips with all these AI cases landing on their desks. The latest, we spoke about it yesterday, was Sony and Warner going after…
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Terry Collins: AA Fuel Spokesperson on the Government pushing back and reducing the fuel tax hike
The Government's being criticised for giving the country the run-around with next year's fuel tax. It's cancelled the 12 cent per litre hike and equivalent…
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Parmjeet Parmar: ACT's Immigration Spokesperson on their proposed changes to Permanent Resident Visa requirements
ACT's proposing changes to Permanent Resident Visa requirements to make sure holders are actually living here. The party wants to increase the initial two-year…
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Tracey Martin: Aged Care Association Chief Executive on concerns Labour’s nurse policy could shift staff pressures to aged care
There are concerns Labour's graduate nurse policy could simply shift staffing pressures from hospitals to aged care. Labour's promising $525 million to give…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 01 September 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Tuesday the 1st of September 2026, the Government has agreed not to raise the fuel excise tax next…
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Ryan Bridge: We can't afford a credit downgrade
You know how New Zealanders love it when foreign countries, or media, or even tourists talk about us? They're always the most read stories on news sites – it's…
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Aidan Donoghue: Victoria University Student Association on National's student loan changes
Students are underwhelmed by the loan changes National would make, if re-elected. Graduates would be able to pay off their debt over a longer period - with…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 31 August 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Monday 31st of August 2026, National's promising to cut student loan repayments if re-elected, VUWSA…
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Ryan Bridge: Have we found the next leaky building saga?
Two questions for you this morning if you're buying or have bought a property recently. 1. Did you get a pre-purchase inspection done? 2. And did that person…
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Elliott Smith: Newstalk ZB rugby reporter on the second test against the Springboks
The All Blacks are back in action this weekend for their second clash against the Springboks. They're aiming to keep their momentum rolling after a clean sweep…
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Paul Quickenden: Swyftx New Zealand Country Manager on ACT's plan for tax-free profits on crypto
Crypto investors are hoping a new policy will stop punishing them in the long term. ACT's campaigning on modernising regulations, including allowing tax-free…
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Dom Kalasih: Transporting NZ CEO on Labour ruling out increasing fuel taxes for three years if elected
Freight drivers are warning against pushing back roading projects. Labour's promised no hikes to the fuel excise over the next three years, if elected. Instead…
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Ryan Bridge: Are we about to witness the return of the pothole?
Are we about to witness the return of the pothole? Both Labour and National want to freeze increases to the petrol tax. Labour would stop 22c a litre over…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 28 August 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Friday 28th of August 2026, National says it won't increase the petrol tax in January by 12 cents a…
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Adrian Macey: NZ Climate Change Research Institute Adjunct Professor on ACT's pledge to scrap the Climate Commission
ACT's pledging to abolish the Climate Commission. The Party claims it's cost $100 million since it was established and only writes reports, duplicates work…
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Kimberly Crewther: Dairy Companies Association Executive Director on the sector's exports and job creation
The dairy sector's booming, but some are calling for more support to ensure it continues. A report commissioned by DairyNZ and the Dairy Companies Association…
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Cameron Bagrie: Independent Economist on Westpac's GDP forecasts
The overall economy seems to be holding together as it slowly gets back on track. Westpac's August overview forecasts 2% growth across this year – accelerating…
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Mitch McCann: US correspondent on Meta agreeing to pay 18 billion US dollars in a settlement deal
Meta's cut a landmark US trial over teen social media addiction short, agreeing to pay US$18 billion in a settlement deal. 29 US states brought the case…
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Ryan Bridge: How low is too low for house prices?
How much do you really want the value of your property to fall? Plenty of us say we want cheaper house prices, but do we really mean it? Once you own a house…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 27 August 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast 2026, Westpac have upgraded their GDP forecast, Independent Economist Cameron Bagrie tells Ryan what…
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Viv Beck: Heart of the City CEO on the State of the City report for Auckland
A number of wins for Auckland as the city heads into a new era. The fourth annual State of the City report, commissioned by the independent non-partisan…
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Andrew Little: Wellington Mayor on the Government's promise to introduce a 4% council rates cap
Wellington's Mayor says new rates cap could mean cutting back on important work. The Government's clarified key aspects of its plan to cap council rate hikes…
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Ryan Bridge: Parliament's backlog is becoming a problem
This past week is proof a four-year Parliamentary term is probably a good idea. Elections disrupt the housing market. People get scared off buying for fear of…
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Ben Youdan: Action for Smokefree 2025 Director on Labour's pledge to return the smokefree generation commitment to the table
Labour's determined to see the end of smoking in New Zealand if re-elected to government. The party plans to reinstate the Smokefree Generation, introduce a…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 26 August 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Wednesday the 26th of August 2026, the Government’s pushing ahead with its 4% rates cap, Wellington…
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Jane Turner: ASB Senior Economist on retail spending contracting in Q2 as petrol prices surged
Retail's been taking a hit since the Iran war began, with people staying home to save money and fuel. Stats NZ data shows the June quarter's inflation and…
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Malcolm Mulholland: Patient Voice Aotearoa Chair on the data showing almost a quarter of nurse shifts were understaffed
Scepticism as Health New Zealand claims staffing levels may not be as bleak as they look. The agency's released data across almost 615 wards last year, showing…
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Reuben Davidson: Labour's Spokesperson for technology and media on the under-16's social media ban
The Government wants under-16's banned from social media, but any law change is many months away. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced the move…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 25 August 2026
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 25 August. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday…
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Ryan Bridge: Labour's fallen for Nicola's election trap
Labour's fallen into a cunning wee trap set by Nicola Willis a few weeks ago. She laid the bait —releasing 'fiscal rules' her party would abide by if…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 24 August 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Tuesday the 25th of August 2026, National’s pushing ahead with a social media ban for under-16s, Labour…
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Sean Fitzpatrick: Former All Blacks Captain on the All Blacks victory over the Springboks at Ellis Park
They’re calling it one of the All Blacks’ greatest wins in years. A huge 33-16 victory over the Springboks at Ellis park -- our biggest ever there, and first…
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Ryan Bridge: Let's celebrate the wins
Well, well, well. Look who's feeling good on a Monday morning? We are. Little old New Zealand. Did we just beat the Springboks at Ellis Park? Yes, we did. Five…
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Kevin Putt: Former Springbok previews the first clash between the All Blacks and Springboks
A big showdown in Johannesburg this weekend. The All Blacks are facing the Springboks for the first time on their tour of South Africa, clashing at Ellis Park…