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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 BridgeKate Hawkesby: The Wellington echo chamber seems to think staying in red isn't a big deal
I thought Ashley Bloomfield said something quite revealing on Mike’s show yesterday about where the hospital system is at. We know there are more than 700…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: I was so full of hope, only to be let down by more announcements
Looks like the Government’s back to listening to Rod Jackson. I started the week so optimistically yesterday. I was so full of hope that we’d be going to an…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeSara Hartigan: Mortgage advisor warns to expect more rises to mortgage interest rates
People are being warned to expect more rises to mortgage interest rates. Kiwibank has lifted its standard 5-year home loan rate to 6.79 percent, the highest…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeLaura Hedley: Cardrona and Treble Cone general manager appeals to Immigration NZ to get much-needed workers into the country
The country's ski industry is grappling to fill 250 specialised roles before the Australians arrive. With the border beginning to reopen next week - places…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeSandy Richardson: College of Emergency Nurses member says staying in red will help give the health system more breathing space
New Zealand staying in red will help give the health system more breathing space. The Government has decided not to change our traffic light settings, with…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeGavin Grey: Ukrainian presidential adviser calls for heavier weaponry as Russia shifts military focus
As the Russian military shifts its campaign to focus on the east and south of Ukraine, Ukrainian presidential adviser Mykhailo Podolyak has called on the US…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeAndrew Alderson: Awesome Australia triumph over England in World Cup final
Alyssa Healy struck 170 from 138 balls in one of the finest one-day international innings to power Australia to victory over England in the Cricket World Cup…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: I'm optimistic we're going to Orange Light, and into normality
Do you know what I’m loving at the moment? Normality. At least as much normality as you can get with a mask still on. But as of tonight mandates are gone, and…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeEvan Nierman: PR professional says Will Smith missed an opportunity to act quickly to respond to his slap
The ripples from that Oscar slap continue for Will Smith. The actor's resigned from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and Netflix has now put his…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeDominic Kelly: Wellington bar owner says some patrons are only comfortable going to places that check for vaccine passes
A Wellington bar is catering to its customers still keen on vaccine passes. From midnight tonight, it won't be mandatory for businesses to check passes…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeChristopher Luxon: National Party leader thinks National's responded well after Labour politicians in Christchurch were harassed online
Christopher Luxon thinks National's responded well after Labour politicians in Christchurch were harassed online. Two Young Nats have resigned from the…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeAndrew Lessells: Union of Students' Associations President says increase to student allowance is too little too late
A student representative says the increase to the student allowance and living costs will affect very few people. They are both increasing by $25 a week. Union…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: I'm concerned about the attitude of our police force
I’ve been pretty vocal in my criticism of the Police Commissioner, but never the actual police. However, yesterday my brother had an experience that makes me…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeIrene King: Aviation commentator says Air NZ doesn't have much option but to offer recapitalisation package
Air New Zealand's $2.2 billion recapitalisation package is being seen as the only way forward. It plans to use it to repay the Crown loan. The Government will…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: Auckland Transport won't rest until all carparks are gone
One of the things that's irked me this week - apart from Will Smith - (who I'm still irked by, by the way), but the other thing annoying me, is Auckland…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeLiza Viz: CEO of Beyond Recruitment says businesses will have to navigate guidance on vaccine mandates
With most vaccine mandates being scrapped for workers soon, the Government have given some guidance for how private businesses should navigate the changes. It…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeDr. Chris Jackson: Medical oncologist on study finding New Zealand has the highest melanoma death rate in the world
A large study out this morning found New Zealand has the highest melanoma death rate in the world. It also predicts worldwide cases within the next 20 years…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeMike Lee: Marketing professor on government spending $15 million over three years on its zero road toll campaign
The Government is spending $15 million over three years on its zero road toll campaign. The National Party say that money is better spent on actually fixing…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeShirley Robertson: America's Cup commentator says America's Cup in Barcelona is expected to breathe new life into the event
Holding the America's Cup in Barcelona is expected to breathe new life into the event. Team New Zealand head Grant Dalton says having the event there will…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: I'm all for the America's Cup going to spain
I'm not remotely bothered that the America's Cup's going to be held in Barcelona. I can't even imagine how tough it is to organise and fund an event like this…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeLiam Rutherford: Primary teacher union NZEI president says his industry welcomes Fair Pay Agreement decision
Mixed reaction to the Government's decision to push ahead with Fair Pay Agreements. The bill was submitted to Parliament yesterday - in a bid by the Government…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeDean McCarthy: Hollywood reporter says Hollywood is split down the middle over Will Smith's assault on Chris Rock
LA's A-listers are spilt down the middle, over Will Smith's assault on Chris Rock. The incident overshadowed the Oscars ceremony. Hollywood reporter Dean…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: Shame on the Oscars for not kicking Will Smith out of the show
Well Denzel Washington was right when he said to Will Smith last night that - 'at your highest moment, the devil comes for you'. But the devil didn't just come…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeYuriy Gladun: Ukrainian Association Chairman says our immigration system can be too rigid for people without documents
The Ukrainian community says while support from New Zealand has been helpful, there's more to be done. We're sending nine members of our Defence Force to UK…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKatherine Firkin: US billionaires fume over President Joe Biden's tax plan
Elon Musk isn't happy. With a personal fortune that is flirting with US$300 billion, the Tesla CEO — the richest person on earth — has been attacking a…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeSarah Trotman: Former Waitemata Local Board Member as Ombudsman criticises Ministry for Culture and Heritage for lack of consultation on Ere
The Ministry for Culture and Heritage is pushing ahead with plans for the National Erebus Memorial to be at Parnell's Dove Myer-Robinson Park. That's despite…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeGavin Grey: Commonwealth links to crown up to the people - Prince William
As Caribbean nations debate their relationship with the British crown, Prince William says he will support and respect whatever decision the people make…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeAndrew Alderson: India fall just short to spark wild West Indies celebrations
India have fallen agonisingly short of the World Cup semifinals, being beaten on the last ball by South Africa to hand a playoff place to the West Indies…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: Bully Trevor Mallard not fit for diplomat job
Last time Phil Goff was on the show was when he announced he was departing as Auckland's Mayor. I asked him about heading off to London for the High…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeLady Heeni Phillips-Williams: Barrister and visiting justice in prisons says the Government needs to provide answers on how money is being s
Newstalk ZB has discovered it’s getting more expensive to keep prisoners behind bar. It costs us an extra $140 million since 2018/19 — up from $1.1 to $1.3…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKristyn Burtt: Entertainment reporter says there’s hope there's more interest in this year's Academy Awards than last years
LA is preparing for its first Academy Awards with no pandemic restrictions in three years. The ceremony starts at 1 this afternoon, with New Zealand director…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: I hope people feel confident to go to sports games again
So tonight, the big Moana Pasifika game, just hours before the restrictions lift that could’ve seen bigger crowds attend. Seems crazy that they just miss out…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKaranina Sumeo: Equal Employment Opportunities Commissioner supports proposed law making companies reveal their gender pay gaps publicly
There are hopes pay transparency legislation will show New Zealand cares about equality. The Government's looking at a law that would make companies reveal…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeStephen Flanagan: Former senior director of the US National Security Council as world leaders meet to align responses to Russia's invasion o
Overnight, world leaders have been in Brussels for a round of emergency summits of NATO, the European Council and the G7. This comes as they seek to align…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKim Dodds: Dunedin Venues business development manager on sports crowds returning
So good news for sport lovers this weekend. From midnight tonight, there will be no gathering limits on outdoor events. This means for the Super Rugby season…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: Media need to stop letting press conferences be a gloat party for Labour
I said yesterday that I thought the PM would use the opportunity to bang on about two years of Covid and our response and sure as eggs, she did. Is anyone…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeMelanie Webber: PPTA President on unvaccinated teachers being able to apply for jobs once mandates are lifted
Vaccine mandates are ending for teachers at 11.59pm on April 4. 1400 teachers lost their jobs due to the mandate, but will soon be able to apply for jobs again…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeIrene King: Aviation commentator on Air New Zealand announcement of direct flights between Auckland and New York
Air New Zealand has announced it is starting it's non-stop flights from Auckland and New York in September. It will be one of the longest flights in the world…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeMichael Barnett: Auckland Business Chamber chief executive says further rises in inflation on top of minimum wage increase is a problem for
Inflation is just one problem businesses are dealing with at the moment. Finance Minister Grant Robertson is signalling another 2.5 percent rise in inflation…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeDr. Angela Lim: CEO of online mental health platform Clearhead on nurse recruiting drive announced by government
The Government is starting a mental health nursing recruitment drive, funding registered nurses to specialise in mental health. It's also announced two more…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: We should allow the Queen to age
At almost 96 years old, I can understand the Queen feeling frail, and with the family she’s got, and the headaches they’ve given her over the past few years…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeLinda Cooper: Auckland University think tank is suggesting an overhaul of the city's governance and funding structures
A new report by an Auckland University think tank is suggesting an overhaul of the city's governance and funding structures. Waitakere representative Linda…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: Time to drop the fearmongering epidemiologists
I’m just wondering if, when the PM announces they’re dropping mandates and vaccine passes, they could also drop the scaremongering epidemiologists? Seriously…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeRobert Patman: Otago University Professor says New Zealand has to do it's bit in Ukraine
A prediction New Zealand will provide military aid to Ukraine in the near future. The Government is giving an extra $5 million to sure up fuel supplies…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeDavid Seymour: Act Party leader says New Zealand can't afford to be apart from the rest of the free world over Ukraine
The Act Party says New Zealand is out of step with its traditional allies, and should show a united front. The Government is stepping up support to Ukraine…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeTyrel Glass: Co-founder of Protag on technology designed to help farmers monitor a cow's health
A couple of students from Massey University have developed technology to help farmers monitor their cow's health. Their start-up Protag has developed small…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeGavin Grey: Boris Johnson - Russian win would bring 'age of intimidation'
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Saturday that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine was a “turning point for the world,” arguing that a victory for Russian…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: If I was National, I'd be making law and order a big issue
I popped into my local Dairy the other day and was surprised to see two Policemen standing there. I asked if they’d had a burglary, and one of the owners told…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeRegina Scheyvens: Development Studies Professor says more can be done in implementing Tiaki promise when visitors return
Fresh concerns around the sustainability of tourism. It comes as the country is set to reopen to international tourists from next month onwards. Massey…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeAndrew Alderson: White Ferns pinpont poor batting as reason for World Cup woes
The ifs, buts and maybes will haunt the White Ferns. Stand-in captain Amy Satterthwaite admitted as much while poring over the immediate aftermath of New…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeSheridan Cook: Health lawyer says the timing of reviewing Covid mandates is questionable given hospitalisation rate
The Government's review of our Covid mandates is being described as a political tactic. Cabinet meets today to discuss whether the current rules should be…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeJohn Crocker: Unite Union National Secretary discusses MIQ facility paying staff a living wage once hospitality returns
An MIQ hotel has promised workers the living wage once it goes back to hospitality. Managed Isolation and Quarantine will be a four hotel operation by the end…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeAaron Martin: Immigration lawyer on claims by National that Immigration NZ cannot meet demand as borders reopen
With borders opening, there are concerns as to whether Immigration New Zealand can meet demand. Apparently not, according to National's Immigration…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeNick Leggett: Transporting New Zealand spokesperson hopes Transmission Gully doesn't affect support for other large roading projects
The news that Transmission Gully will finally open at the end of this month certainly surprised a few. The motorway hasn't been a great advertisement for large…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: I hope more Russians see Putin's lies for what they are
I hold out hope that media reports that Russia’s ugly war could be over in about 10 days prove true. I also hold out hope that claims peace talks are working…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeSiobhan McManamy: Tourism Ireland says St Patrick's Day celebrations can go ahead in full force
St Patrick’s Day celebrations in Ireland are making up for a lack of cheer over the past couple of years. Since 2020 events organised for the holiday have had…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeBrad Olsen: Infometrics senior economist discusses Nicola Willis' potential as Finance Minister
Nicola Willis is continuing her rapid rise in the National Party. Yesterday, she was confirmed as the party's new Finance spokesperson. Arguably, the Finance…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeTrish May: Travel marketing consultant says the opportunity is there for New Zealand to roll out the welcome mat to Australian tourists
New Zealand will need to step up its marketing to Australia, ahead of our border opening to them. Vaccinated Australians can come here from April 13 and those…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: Surprising to see Simon Bridges leave politics
I must admit I haven’t actually read his book, but I am reliably informed that Simon Bridges said in it that he was staying in politics despite getting dumped…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeDavid Gatward-Ferguson: Nomad Safaris owner says entry dates for Australians will help with that market, but not for long haul
The bringing forward of entry dates for tourists is expected to help with the Australian market but not for the long-haul one. It's understood fully vaccinated…