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Holiday Breakfast

Don"t miss a thing while you"re on holiday, with Newstalk ZB Holiday Breakfast. We deliver the best in news, views and opinion to keep Kiwis informed and entertained while you"re on the road, at the bach, or relaxing at home.

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9:00

Chris Hipkins: Labour Leader looks ahead to next...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/28

Labour Leader Chris Hipkins says he is confident ahead of next year's election. He told Andrew Dickens that the party is focused on gaining more confidence from the public, and says he will still be the Labour Leader when the election rolls round. 'Our our public support's been, really building, and we've got some real momentum going into this campaign' LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:43

Jimmy Rushton: Kyiv based Foreign Policy and Security...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/28

More attacks from Russia - as the Presidents of the US and Ukraine prepare to hold talks in Florida. Russia has bombarded Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine with strikes by missiles and hundreds of drones - knocking out power and heat in parts of the capital. Kyiv based Foreign Policy and Security Expert, Jimmy Rushton, [told Andrew Dickens that this is a continuing pattern of attacks. He says Russia's goal is to force Ukrainians to pressure their Government to surrender. He says despite having no

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3:49

Chris Abercrombie: PPTA President says students are...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/28

The PPTA says the popularity of school life skills and personal development classes reflects a shift in what students want from school - not just parents. Ministry of Education figures reveal nearly 68 thousand students enrolled in courses in this field in 2025 - up from about 49 thousand in 2021. PPTA President, Chris Abercrombie, told Andrew Dickens that parents are more aware of their children's goals. He says students are less likely to take subjects because they’re told to - and more likely to

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5:35

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent gives updates on...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/28

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has travelled to Florida to begin talks with President Trump about a peace plan. This is the first visit to Trump's Mar-a-Lago by Zelenskyy, and the talks aim to narrow the issues on the US sponsored peace plan. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Andrew Dickens that while Zelenskyy has been negotiating peace, Putin has been launching drones against civilian targets over Christmas. 'Putin stepped up the Russian attacks through the holiday period, with at

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5:51

Aksel Bech: Waikato Mayor discusses Hamilton's...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/28

The Waikato district is the 4th largest region in New Zealand, covering 25,000 square kilometres. Waikato Mayor Aksel Bech is encouraging Kiwis to take a trip to the Waikato over summer, saying that there's more going on than people may think. 'The Waikato region's got lots to offer, not just future facing, but, some of the old-time charms as well' LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:14

Tamah Alley: Central Otago Mayor talks 2026 focus and...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/26

Over summer Andrew Dickens is catching up with the Mayors of Aotearoa in his Summer Road Trip series. Central Otago Mayor Tamah Alley joined Dickens to talk about her focus for 2026, the potential for a Tarras Airport, local wineries and upcoming summer events. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:53

David Higgins: Synthony owner on massive growth and...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/26

Synthony owner and boxing promoter David Higgins joined Andrew Dickens to chat about Synthony's meteoric rise and next steps in the world of boxing. Higgins was always put off by joining the world of music, until he discovered Synthony. "With Synthony, I thought, wow, it's like Cirque du Soleil. It's a brand, I could trademark in 100 countries, which I did.I could then schedule dates and venues, at will and use local orchestras and young talent who are grateful for the opportunity and not be at the

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4:20

Louise Savage: Bride-to-be on Ellerslie Boxing Day...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/25

The Boxing Day Races at Ellerslie, in what is likely the biggest wedding of the year, Louise Savage will become a wife. The Races are expected to have 15,000 attendees. Savage joined Andrew Dickens to chat about the big day. "I will just be imagining and preparing to go for a lovely day out at the races and there happens to be a wedding thrown in between race two and three," she said. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:26

Murray Olds: Australia Correspondent chats latest...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/25

New polls are showing older Australians firmly standing behind One Nation as support for Labour and National wanes. Whereas, Australia Correspondent Murray Olds told Andrew Dickens, "young people are running running 100 miles an hour away from the conservative side of politics." And, questions of rising antisemitism continue as a car with Hanukkah decorations, belonging to Rabbi Effy Block, was firebombed on Christmas Day. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:18

Lauri Solecki: Dress Smart Auckland manager on Boxing...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/25

Dress Smart Auckland manager Lauri Solecki chats to Andrew Dickens about the best sales, her expectations for Boxing Day busyness, and overviews the Christmas shopping period. "We're expecting strong performance and we remain optimistic," she said. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:48

Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on Turkey anti-terrorism...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/25

Gavin Grey catches up with Andrew Dickens to discuss the EU and UK news of the day. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Sarah Ferguson were both absent for the Sandringham Christmas service. Two anti-hate social media campaigners were denied entry to the US as the State Department accuses them of trying to supress free speech. And, 115 people were arrested in Turkey for alleged planned New Years attacks connected to ISIS. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:29

Jacqui Lloyd: NZ Cruise Association CEO says...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/25

The New Zealand cruise season got off to a slow start, but from Boxing Day until January 5th over 50 cruise ships will dock in across the country bringing a boost to local economies. Although, NZ Cruise Association CEO Jacqui Lloyd told Andrew Dickens that eco-regulations and increased costs have slowed the industry. "While it's great to have the ships in port, it is disappointing in the numbers that are coming in," Lloyd said. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:28

Moko Tepania: Far North District Mayor encourages...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/23

The Far North District is a hot-spot for Kiwis looking to get away over the holidays. However, due to the impacts of cyclones, storms and COVID - the area's businesses are still struggling. Far North District Mayor Moko Tepania told Andrew Dickens that tourism this summer is key to boosting Northland's struggling businesses. 'We need you all to come up here and spend your money because our businesses bloody need it.' LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:16

Rev. Murray Edridge: Wellington City Missioner...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/23

Wellington City Mission is expecting to welcome hundreds of people for Christmas lunches across the city tomorrow. Five different locations will offer food and quality time for those living within City Mission housing, and those who use its services. Missioner Murray Edridge told Andrew Dickens that it's been the hardest year many have experienced, but tomorrow's a time to come together. He says Christmas can be difficult because it reminds those struggling of what they don't have. LISTEN ABOVESee

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4:33

Santa Claus: Expert deliveryman comments on...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/23

Santa Claus says he's fully wrapped up his Christmas preparations - ahead of tonight's global gift run. New Zealand is one of his first stops on his longest night of the year. Santa rolled out a dad joke - as he described what kids have been asking him for this year. He says remote control vehicles are a big thing - but he's not sure how remote children want to be from the vehicle. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:31

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist says red...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/23

Red meat may no longer be the star of the Christmas dinner table. The price of sirloin and porterhouse steaks and lamb chops rose about 25-percent in the past year, and beef mince and sausages more than 10-percent. But poultry and pork have stayed at or below the rate of inflation. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen told Andrew Dickens that a summer salad's more affordable. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:55

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent gives the latest...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/23

US President Donald Trump may have spent more time travelling with late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein than previously reported. The Department of Justice has released thousands of documents and images. Emails from 2020 say Trump's listed as a passenger on Epstein's private jet to places including Palm Beach and Washington. US correspondent Richard Arnold says they weren't to the infamous Epstein Island. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:46

Murray Olds: Australia Correspondent comments on slow...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/23

Businesses are cautiously reopening along Sydney’s Bondi Beach, after its terror attack. Fifteen people were killed and more than 40 others injured when two gunmen opened fire during a Jewish Hanukkah celebration on the beach. Many local businesses sheltered victims during the attack and have struggled in the days since. Australian Correspondent Murray Olds told Andrew Dickens that the area's slowly coming to terms with a new reality. He says cafes are open and people are back surfing. LISTEN

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5:36

Winston Peters: NZ First Leader says Free Trade...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/22

New Zealand First Leader Winston Peters says the new Free Trade Agreement with India is rushed. It reduces or removes 95 percent of export tariffs, offers targeted temporary work visas - and gets preferential treatment for our apples and manuka honey. I comes after nine months of negotiations. Peters says it gives India too many concessions on immigration and investment, and does little for this country's dairy sector. Winston Peters told Andrew Dickens not enough time was given for engagement,

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2:17

Paul Brislen: TCF Chief Executive discusses 71,000...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2025/12/22

71,627, that's how many mobile phones have been diverted from landfill this year. The Telecommunications Forum has been running their re-mobile scheme since 2014, diverted almost a million phones since then. The nationwide shutdown of 3G is leaving a large number of mobile phones obsolete, so many people are looking to get rid of their phones. TCF Chief Executive Paul Brislen told Andrew Dickens that, 'if they can be reused, we get them recycled.' LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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