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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
Catherine Law: Avonside Girls High Principal on the dropping number of holidays being taken during the school term
A principal says the number of students going on holidays during the school term has dropped. Flight Centre data shows a 30% reduction in family bookings…
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Duncan Greive: Spinoff Founder on the potential impact of the changes to the Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill
A media commentator says a Bill to make tech platforms pay for news has a decent shot at bringing change. The Government's progressing an amended version of…
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Mark Hooper: Federated Farmers RMA Reform Spokesperson says the Government needs to pick up the pace on RMA reforms
Federated Farmers is urging the Government to pick up the pace with replacing the RMA system. The percentage of applications processed within statutory time…
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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the cyberattacks on Australia's big four banks
Australia’s big four banks have been hit with a raft of cyber-attacks. The systems of NAB, CommBank, ANZ, and Westpac were being hit every minute of every day…
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Keith McLaughlin: Centrix Managing Director on the rising number of liquidations
The number of liquidations is starting to rise as small and medium-sized businesses are suffering from a lack of sales. Businesses are seeing a lack of overall…
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Mark Mitchell: Police Minister on the Government's quarter 3 plans for law and order
The Police Minister says he's starting to see change when it comes to crime, but there's a long way to go. The Government's committed to passing four pieces of…
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Chris Cahill: Police Association President on the Government's commitments to law and order in the next quarter
The Government's committed to passing four pieces of law and order legislation in the next quarter. It includes enabling police to ban gang patches and…
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Shaun Robinson: Mental Health exec on new govt targets
The government has announced a goal of between 80 and 90% of people seeking specialist and primary services getting that help faster. Shaun Robinson, Mental…
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Gavin Grey: France, UK set to hit the polls this week
France is going to the polls today, with early voting hinting at a change of Presidency. UK politicians are doing their final push for votes ahead of…
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Andrew Alderson: Formula 1, T20, and more from the weekend
From Lando Norris and McLaren to the T20 Cup, Andrew Alderson brings you all the sporting updates from over the weekend. LISTEN ABOVE See…
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Amber Athey: The Spectator Editor on the Presidential debate
U.S. President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump went head to head in Atlanta last week in the first Presidential debate of this campaign cycle. The…
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Amber Athey: Spectator's Washington Editor on the upcoming debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump
Joe Biden and Donald Trump go live in Atlanta tomorrow afternoon, New Zealand time. The televised US election debate is the earliest in the campaign since…
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Katherine Firkin: US Correspondent says Boeing's astronauts are likely to remain stuck in space into July
Two astronauts are likely to remain stuck in space into July. Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams were supposed to return on the Boeing Starliner about two weeks…
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Floyd du Plessis: Corrections Association President on the lack of capacity in the face of the Government's sentencing law reforms
There’s uncertainty over whether Corrections has capacity, with more prisoners on the way. The Government's sentencing law reforms will mean longer sentences…
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Ben Green: Gisborne Civil Defence and Emergency Management Group Manager on the aftermath of this week's severe weather
A Gisborne Civil Defence manager says they're now dealing with the clean up from this week's severe weather. States of emergency in the Wairoa District and…
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Jason Walls: Political Editor on Winston Peters invoking the Agree to Disagree clause
New Zealand First has invoked the Agree-to-Disagree Coalition clause. Winston Peters says his Party doesn't support the Government continuing the Covid…
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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the gambling scandals in the lead up to the election
A gambling scandal is causing a rocky run up to next week's UK election. Six police officers, including a member of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's protection…
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Mark Smith: ASB Senior Economist on the spike in global shipping prices
There’s hopes a spike in global shipping prices won't stay around for long. Conflict in the Red Sea has caused shipping costs to jump three times higher than…
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Seth Stern: Freedom of the Press Director of Advocacy on the precedent set by the Julian Assange trial
The latest in the Julian Assange saga is being coined a dark day in American history and press freedom. The Wikileaks founder is set to plead guilty to…
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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the changes to Australia's vape ban
Australia is taking a firm stance on vaping. The sale of vapes will be restricted to pharmacies from next week, as the Greens agree to pass a proposed ban…
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Tony Johnson: Rugby Commentator on the naming of Scott Robertson's All Blacks squad
Scott Robertson’s All Blacks squad has been announced, with Scott Barrett taking the captaincy. He’s taking over the duties from Sam Cane, with Ardie Savea and…
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Rachel Hart: Cancer Society CEO on the uncertainty in the timeline surrounding cancer drug funding
The Cancer Society says yesterday was a momentous day but there's still a bit of uncertainty around Pharmac's funding boost. The Government's committed $604…
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Mark Mitchell: Police Minister on increasing police officers on the beat
Auckland will soon have Police on the beat 24/7. Community Beat Teams will be based in major centres, with 63 officers in Auckland, 17 in Wellington and 10 in…
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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the King reportedly not going to visit New Zealand
King Charles will likely skip New Zealand during his upcoming tour to the South Pacific. According to The Mirror, he and Queen Camilla are set to visit…
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Mike Hosking: Delivery and confidence - that's what we want from governments
I think we got enough out of Nicola Willis on the programme Friday to know that today, cabinet’s gonna sign off this money for Pharmac to solve the cancer…
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Andrew Alderson: ZB Sports Anchor gives a Super Rugby finals recap
The Blues dominated the Chiefs on Saturday night to take the 2024 Super Rugby title at Eden Park - beating the visitors 41-10. Caleb Clarke scored a hattrick…
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Malcolm Mulholland: Patient Voice Aotearoa Chair on the government's expected announcement for cancer drugs
The Government’s expected to announce a $600 million boost in funding for Pharmac today. If approved, it would bump the medicine budget up 40 percent - and…
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Vincent McAviney: UK Correspondent on the betting scandal facing the Tories
Labour’s lead in the UK election is holding steady as the Tories deal with a scandal. The party has admitted that their campaign head, Tony Lee, placed bets on…
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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Chief Economist on the GDP increase and what it means for quarter 2
New Zealand's officially out of a technical recession but may not be out of the woods. Stats NZ figures show GDP rose 0.2% in the three months to March and the…
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Elliott Smith: ZB Rugby Commentator ahead of the Super Rugby Final between the Blues and the Chiefs
Tomorrow’s Super Rugby Final is set to be an intense match. The Blues face off against the Chiefs at a sold-out Eden Park, kicking off just after 7pm. ZB’s…
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Darryn Fisher: North Chamber CEO on the impact of the Northland power outage on businesses
A Northland business leader says the large power outage will significantly impact business. Widespread power outages began yesterday morning when a…
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James Smith: General Manager of Policy and Advocacy at the National Road Carriers Association on the Brynderwyns reopening from next week
Freight operators are thrilled they can deliver goods to Northland a lot faster from next week. State Highway 1 over the Brynderwyns will reopen to two-way…
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Kim Mundy: ASB Senior Economist ahead of the release of last quarters GDP figures
We'll know later today whether New Zealand was in a technical recession last financial quarter. Gross Domestic Product figures for the three months to March…
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Katherine Firkin: US Correspondent on the call for Boeing to be charged with criminal liability
There's a renewed call for Boeing to be prosecuted after being grilled in the US Senate over its recent safety issues. US Justice officials have until July 7th…
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Christine Rose: Maui and Hector's Dolphin Defenders spokesperson on the SailGP moving from Lyttleton Harbour
Dolphin advocates are celebrating SailGP's decision to move next year's event from Christchurch. SailGP announced the 2025 edition wouldn't return to Lyttelton…
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Gavin Grey: Europe Correspondent on the rescue of migrants in the Mediterranean
Dozens of migrants have been rescued from a sinking ship in the Mediterranean. German aid group RESQSHIP said it picked up 51 people from a sinking wooden…
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Victor Billot: Maritime Union spokesperson on the ballooning costs of maintaining the Interislander ferries
Maintenance on ageing Interislander ferries is seen as a short-term solution by the Maritime Union. Estimated annual maintenance costs to keep KiwiRail’s three…
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John Moffat: Bovine disease vaccine research lead on the impact of Bovine Viral Diarrhoea on costs
There’s hopes an improved vaccine against an infectious disease running rife through New Zealand cattle could ease costs for farmers. The Ministry for Primary…
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Ruth Money: Victims advocate on the introduction of time frame goals in the justice system
A victims' advocate says new measures to address court backlogs are doable if all players in the system play their part. The Chief District Court Judge has…
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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the talks with Chinese Premier Li Qiang
Following his visit to New Zealand, the Chinese Premier has begun his visit to Australia. Li Qiang was greeted by hundreds of supporters and protestors upon…
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Ro Edge: Save Women's Sport Spokesperson on the Government taking a watching brief on transgender involvement in community sport
The Government's changed its tune on transgender people participating in community sports. A policy in the New Zealand First-National Coalition agreement…
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Malcolm Fleming: Certified Builders CEO on the proposed building law change to building small dwellings
The Government promises “granny flats” of 60 square metres or less will be easier to build after planning changes that will force councils to permit small…
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Andrew Alderson: ZB sports reporter on the reduced crowd numbers for Super Rugby semi-finals
This weekend's Super Rugby semifinals have raised a few eyebrows over their smaller-than expected attendance numbers. ZB sports reporter Andrew Alderson…
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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the Princess of Wales making her first public appearance following cancer diagnosis
The Princess of Wales has returned to the public eye for King's Birthday celebrations, making her first public appearance this year. Kate faced wild internet…
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Mark Potter: NZEI president responds to Ministerial Advisory Group recommending checkpoint tests and a stronger focus on handwriting
One teachers' union is concerned abut the recommended changes to teaching standards in a new report. The Ministerial Advisory Group reviewing English and maths…
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Jason Walls: ZB political editor on Prime Minister Luxon's trip to Japan being impacted by plane breakdown
Christopher Luxon is on the ground in Japan, but his business delegation won't be touching down for another day. The Prime Minister's plane has broken down yet…
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Vincent McAviney: UK Correspondent on the Labour Party announcing their manifesto
Britain’s Labour Party has launched its manifesto. It said on Thursday that it would be “pro-business” and prioritise “wealth creation”. Among the party’s…
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Sam Ackerman: Sports Commentator ahead of the Super Rugby semifinals this weekend
It’s a big weekend in sports as the Super Rugby semifinals kick off tonight. The Blues and the Brumbies are facing off at Eden Park tonight, the Hurricanes and…
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Dr Jamie Hosking: Healthy Auckland Together spokesperson on the removal of 24-7 speed reductions around schools
There’s been push back against the Government's plan to scrap around the clock speed limits outside schools. The Coalition's reversing speed limit reductions…
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Dellwyn Stuart: Mind the Gap co-Founder on the Government's decision to make gender gap pay reporting voluntary
The Government's ditching plans to make gender pay gap reporting compulsory. The Labour Government pledged it would require companies with more than 250…
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Katherine Firkin: US Correspondent on the Hunter Biden verdict and his likely appeal
Yesterday saw another historic ruling in the United States, as Hunter Biden was found guilty in his federal gun trial. The conviction makes him the first child…
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Mark Smith: ASB Senior Economist on the number of NZ Citizens leaving New Zealand
There's an expectation New Zealanders will continue to file out of the country in high numbers. The latest figures from Stats NZ show more than 130,000 people…
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Gavin Male: NZ Compare CEO on the problems with New Zealand's electricity business model
There’s a belief that there's a problem with the New Zealand electricity business model, not just the new disclosure rules. Gentailers —companies that both…
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Gabrielle O'Brien: Rural Women NZ CEO on the growing lack of faith in rural banks
It's thought New Zealanders' faith in rural banks is dwindling. The Government's requested for the Finance and Expenditure and Primary Production select…
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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the rise in the unemployment and inactivity rates in the UK
Unemployment is hitting the UK hard. It’s unexpectedly risen to its highest level for two and a half years, climbing to 4.4% in the three months to April. On…
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Chris Budge: Private Investigator on the $80 thousand reward in the Phillips children missing person case
Police have already received tips on the back of the $80 thousand reward offered in the case of the Phillips children. The now eight, nine, and ten year olds…
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Jason Krupp: Meat Industry Association Advocacy Manager on the Government's decision to work with farmers to price emissions
The Government's decision to work with farmers to price their emissions by 2030 is being welcomed by the industry. A law change will stop farming being charged…
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Simon Parham: Waitomo Group CEO on the Commerce Commission calling out fuel prices ahead of the removal of the Auckland Fuel Tax
A fuel retailer's applauding the Commerce Commission for raising awareness about prices at the pump ahead of the removal of Auckland's fuel tax. The…
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Lesley Yeomans: Australia Correspondent on the Hornsby Shire council being ordered to repay $36 million
A council in Australia’s New South Wales is displeased after being ordered to repay millions of dollars. The NSW Government has ordered the Hornsby Shire…
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Pete Wolfkamp: Newstalk ZB's Resident Builder on house building costs stabilising
The cost of building a new home's starting to stabilise. Figures from QV CostBuilder show the average cost to build a three-bedroom home in main centres has…