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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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5:31

Kathy Wolfe: Early Childhood NZ CEO on the modelling...

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2025/04/23

It comes as no surprise to some the Government got the number of families eligible for the full FamilyBoost payment wrong. New data shows 249 families have received the maximum payment of $975 dollars a quarter since the scheme came into effect last year. Finance Minister Nicola Willis says IRD got the modelling wrong, as 21,000 families were thought to be eligible. Early Childhood NZ chief executive Kathy Wolfe told Francesca Rudkin the sector always knew the scheme was flawed. She says it doesn't

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2:59

Francesca Rudkin: Let China and the US sort it out

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2025/04/23

Sometimes being the grown up in the room is deeply unfulfilling, pragmatic, sensible. Considering consequences, taking a long-term view, they're all good, admirable words, and we should take some solace in them. But sometimes I think we'd rather just throw a plate at the wall. And so, it is. Was the government's response yesterday to the Trump tariffs essentially to roll over and take it understandable? Sure. Sensible. Yep, frustrating. Very. The government confirmed we're not in the queue to

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34:35

Full Show Podcast: 24 April 2025

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2025/04/23

On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast for Thursday 24 April 2025, Early Childhood CEO Kathy Wolfe joins Francesca Rudkin to discuss concern the sector reform could put business over children. Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Scott Simpson explains new protections that require banks to reimburse fraud victims up to $500,000. Increasing numbers of people are openly using AI at work. Tech commentator Oskar Howell considers the changing attitudes towards AI. And, US correspondent Mitch McCann

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4:16

Scott Simpson: Minister for Commerce and Consumer...

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2025/04/23

A 24/7 reporting channel is just one of the new anti-scamming measures banks are implementing. The suite of consumer protections will be rolled out this year. Banks will also now reimburse victims up to $500,000 if they fail to adequately warn and protect consumers. Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson tells Francesca Rudkin telco companies and digital platforms should follow suit. He says other players in the scam ecosystem need to step up. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener

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5:49

Geoffrey Miller: Geopolitical Analyst on the meeting...

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2025/04/22

Christopher Luxon and Sir Keir Starmer have reaffirmed the close ties between New Zealand and the UK. Luxon says the relationship between the two countries is strong, and he'd like to deepen ties around defence and security. The pair discussed their support for Ukraine, with Starmer announcing a multi-million dollar deal to buy Kiwi-made drones. Geopolitical Analyst Geoffrey Miller told Francesca Rudkin Ukraine is front and centre of the agenda at the moment, but it’s not the only thing on it, with

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4:00

Grant Webster: Tourism Holdings Ltd CEO on the impact...

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2025/04/22

One of the first locally listed companies is seeing the impact of Trump’s tariffs. Tourism Holdings Limited has seen a dramatic slowdown in bookings by its US division and is anticipating a “significantly” lower net profit than previously expected. Its share price fell more than 10% after announcing it was downgrading its earnings outlook. CEO Grant Webster told Francesca Rudkin in recent weeks, the booking intakes for the rentals division into the US are down 40-50%. However, he says people are

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4:25

Ro Edge: Save Women's Sport Australasia NZ...

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2025/04/22

New Zealand’s new bill is finding support from a women’s sport advocacy group. The new bill wants to codify sex-based language, defining a woman as an “adult human biological female” and a man as an “adult human biological male”. It comes as Britain’s Highest Court ruled that only biological women —not trans women— meet a definition of a woman under equity laws. Save Women’s Sport Australasia NZ Spokeswoman Ro Edge told Francesca Rudkin the bill is a protection for the sex-based rights of women.

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2:53

Gavin Grey: Europe Correspondent on funeral for Pope...

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2025/04/22

Some of the world's most influential people will be making their way to Rome to farewell the late Pope Francis. The Head of the Catholic Church died aged 88 on Easter Monday - following a stroke and heart failure. Pope Francis' funeral will take place outside St Peter's Basilica on Saturday evening - and he'll be laid to rest in Rome's Basilica of St Mary Major. Europe Correspondent Gavin Grey told Francesca Rudkin world leaders have begun confirming their attendance. He says Donald Trump,

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34:31

Full Show Podcast: 23 April 2025

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2025/04/22

On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 23 April 2025, geopolitical analyst Geoffrey Miller discusses the overnight meeting between Prime Minister Luxon and his British counterpart Sir Keir Starmer. NZ spokesperson for Save Women's Sport Australasia, Ro Edge explains a new members bill that aims to legally define men and women. And, Tourism Holdings Limited has seen a dramatic slowdown in bookings to the US. Chief Executive Grant Webster considers the effect of the US tariff regime on

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2:45

Francesca Rudkin: We have control of our notifications

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2025/04/22

There has been a clever marketing campaign from 2degrees this week. The telco has released the results of a study it commissioned into the impact mobile phones are having on our mental health. It’s not good. While most telco’s like to concentrate on keeping us connected, 2 Degrees has taken a slightly different approach with this one, acknowledging the elephant in the room by talking honestly and openly about the damage phones can do. It’s almost like they care. Which is quite refreshing. I

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3:41

Elliott Smith: Newstalk ZB Sports Reporter talks the...

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2025/04/21

The Easter weekend hosted a fair bit of sport, and Elliott Smith joined Francesca Rudkin to delve into the wins, losses, and major players. They discussed the Warriors' win over the Broncos, the Super Rugby results, and the latest out of Formula 1. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:08

Ernie Newman: Grocery Policy Expert on Costco's...

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2025/04/21

Costco is assessing its options for a potential expansion. The US big box retail chain has seen a sharp rise in membership and revenue since opening in Auckland's Westgate in September 2022. It launched home delivery to members and non-members across Auckland last week, and is working on expanding to new regions. Grocery Policy Expert Ernie Newman told Francesca Rudkin that he’s not all that convinced this expansion will pan out. He says Costco is successful in the North American market as people

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34:40

Full Show Podcast: 22 April 2025

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2025/04/21

On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast Tuesday 22nd of April 2025, Italy Correspondent Jo McKenna has the latest on the death of Pope Francis. Costco is looking to expand to outside of Auckland, Grocery Policy expert Ernie Newman tells Francesca Rudkin what this could mean for the grocery sector. Elliot Smith has the latest on weekend sport. Plus, Australian Correspondent Donna Demaio has the latest on Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's response to the Pope's death. Get the Early Edition

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4:57

Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on the death of Pope...

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2025/04/21

Heavily choreographed proceedings are now in motion, following the death of the Pope. The leader of the Catholic Church has died overnight at the age of 88 following a battle with double pneumonia. Later this week, the Pope will lie in state in St Peters Basilica for several days for the public to pay their respects. Italy Correspondent Jo McKenna is at St Peters' Square, and told Francesca Rudkin another ritual will be held in the coming hours, inside his apartment.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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3:07

Francesca Rudkin: Let's respect our teachers

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2025/04/21

According to an article in the NZ Herald this morning, fewer people want to be teachers. Teacher education is still a popular field of study, but both Canterbury and Otago Universities have seen a decline in teaching student enrolments over the past four years. Provisional data shows Canterbury has 964 students enrolled in a course in 2025, down from 1281 four years ago. Otago has followed a similar trend, with student numbers dropping from 620 to 495 in the same period. National Polytech, Te

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2:38

Chris Abercrombie: PPTA President on the number of...

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2025/04/16

The education sector's hopeful further investment into school classrooms is on the way. New data shows 368 state schools had more students enrolled than their official classroom capacity last year – almost 1500 are at capacity. Education Minister Erica Stanford announced $100 million for school property, with new schools and classrooms in Auckland. PPTA President Chris Abercrombie told Ryan Bridge it's got to be supercharged, so more schools can get re-locatable classrooms when they need them. He

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2:57

Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist ahead of the new...

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2025/04/16

Our economy could take a knock, with volatility in the global trade environment. Infometrics has revised its GDP forecast for next year from 2.6% to 1.0% per annum, in anticipation of reduced exports stemming from Donald Trump's tariff policy. The annual inflation rate is expected to have risen from 2.2% to about 2.4%. ASB Chief Economist Nick Tuffley told Ryan Bridge they’re not too worried about a slight increase in inflation, as the domestic part of inflation should fall substantially this

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2:44

Ryan Bridge: The doctors strike doesn't add up

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2025/04/16

Have you been keeping up with this senior doctor's strike?There's a couple of things that don't add up. Yesterday we spoke about the average salary for these unionised senior doctors. Simeon Brown says it's a total package worth $343,500. The union hit back - they said the number was made up. Which it's not. It's the total package including superannuation and overtime penalties, etc. Now, for most Kiwis, when you apply for a job, that's the number you'd work off. When somebody asks how much do you

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4:19

Rob Campbell: Former Health New Zealand Chair on new...

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2025/04/16

A former New Zealand health boss says the Government's new list of health infrastructure priorities adds nothing new. The plan to pump $20 million into infrastructure includes general maintenance and specific projects across the country. Former Health New Zealand Chair Rob Campbell says there's no meaningful detail in the plan. He says the Ministry of Health is good at producing lists, but not so good at producing outcomes. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:11

Manish Thakkar: Dairy and Business Owners Group...

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2025/04/15

Dairy owners say they're seeing the Government's tough on crime approach make practical impacts. The Government's claiming it's already exceeded its goal of 20 thousand fewer victims of violent crime, well before its 2029 deadline. It admits the data is volatile and subject to change. Dairy and Business Owners Group Chairperson Manish Thakkar told Ryan Bridge he's seeing less violent crime in its stores. He says there's still work to do, but thanks the Government for its work so far. LISTEN

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