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The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Open your mind to the world with New Zealand’s number one breakfast radio show.Without question, as New Zealand’s number one talk host, Mike Hosking sets the day’s agenda.The sharpest voice and mind in the business, Mike drives strong opinion, delivers the best talent, and always leaves you wanting more.The Mike Hosking Breakfast always cuts through and delivers the best daily on Newstalk ZB.

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2:49

Mark the Week: 'Horse-faced duck' gave a look behind...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/28

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all. The Budget: 6/10 The days of drama are gone. It reflected the state of the place; one with prospects but difficult days ahead and discipline required. Horse-faced duck: 1/10 You literally can't make this stuff up. A behind the scenes reality of what will be asking for your vote in a few short months. Stuff: 2/10 Their coverage of our acknowledgement to the MP Joseph Mooney over

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Mike's Minute: My thoughts on the Budget

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/28

I asked for the surplus to arrive sooner than previously forecast and, as though she was listening this time yesterday, the first words out of Nicola Willis' mouth were it will be a year ahead of schedule. You can't ask for more than that. That’s not an election year lolly, but I'm increasingly of the belief that a growing number of New Zealanders have got the message. A growing number of us have been shaken into the cold, hard reality that $9 billion a year in debt servicing is absurd and it can't

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3:15

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the latest draft...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/28

Donald Trump's yet to sign-off on a tentative agreement between the US and Iran. US sources report negotiators from both sides have reached a deal to extend the ceasefire for 60 days, begin nuclear talks, and open the Strait of Hormuz. It's understood neither of the nation's leaders have approved the agreement. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking that according to both Trump and US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, the President’s not going to take a bad deal. Bessent says there

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11:29

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson:...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/28

After a busy week, Friday has finally arrived which means Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back with Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that Was. They discussed Dame Lynda Topp’s criticism of the Budget at last night’s Aotearoa Music Awards, Mike and Kate’s upcoming holiday, and Oura Rings. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:12

Richie Barnett: Former Kiwis Captain previews the NRL...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/28

This weekend will be a test to see if this is truly the Warriors’ year. Sydney is hosting the top of the table clash between the number two Warriors and the number one Penrith Panthers. The Panthers have won ten of the last eleven clashes against the Kiwi side, but they’re also backing up after State of Origin. Former Kiwis Captain Richie Barnett told Mike Hosking the Warriors need to get out there and show them what they’ve done this season. He says they’ve proven over the last five or six games

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90:21

Full Show Podcast: 29 May 2026

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/28

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 29th of May, we got the trades’ reaction to the Budget and an economist’s thoughts on what the books might look like in a couple years’ time. Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Winston Peters both relay their wins from Budget Day. And Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson discuss Mike's holiday, the Music Awards, and Oura Rings. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts

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2:43

Campbell Parker: Dairy NZ CEO on the new dairy...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/28

It’s an uncertain future for farmers, with global events making it harder to predict the milk price. Fonterra's midpoint payout forecast for the current season is $9.70. It's slightly up for next season, at $9.75, but it's signalling that could be as low as $8 or as high as $11. Dairy NZ Chief Executive Campbell Parker told Mike Hosking the gap is mirroring the current volatility, with the top end of last year about $10. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:22

Alan McDonald: Employers and Manufacturers'...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/28

There’s a view the Government's restoring the balance between university and vocational pathways. The Budget doubles Trades Academy places from 10,000 to 20,000 over four years, giving more secondary students access to training while at school. Employers and Manufacturers' Association Head of Advocacy Alan McDonald told Mike Hosking it’s a full-circle moment – recognising how vital trades are in a tech-driven economy. He says AI can't build houses, and so many young people are coming into the

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2:28

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on Budget...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/28

Most households may not see any immediate direct benefit from the Budget. It shows a return to surplus in the 2028/29 financial year, a year sooner than previously forecast. The forecast uses the OBEGALx measure, which excludes ACC. Infometrics Economist Brad Olsen says it might be a tad optimistic, given the state of the world, but we could maybe use some optimism. The Budget includes significant investment in education and training, which Olsen says should boost productivity. He told Mike

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5:58

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the reaction to...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/28

Finance Minister Nicola Willis hopes her Budget will convince voters to re-elect the Government in November. It includes significant investment in infrastructure and health. It also shows a return to surplus in the 2028/29 financial year – a year sooner than previously forecast. The forecast uses the OBEGALx measure, which excludes ACC. Willis told Mike Hosking her message is simple. She says the Opposition would borrow and spend more, which would put the country's future at risk. The Finance

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5:42

Winston Peters: Minister for Rail and Foreign Affairs...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/28

Over $1 billion allocated for KiwiRail's planned network investments in the Budget means “all the things we want to upgrade are going to happen”, Rail Minister Winston Peters says. He told Mike Hosking they have not asked for more than they should get. Peters says it’s based on the fact that it’s a business or industry that’s been turned around rapidly where it’s going to make a greater profit. The Rail Minister says getting that funding was a “great thrill” but it was common sense to fund rail,

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2:18

Mike's Minute: We are finally utilising the whole...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/27

I'm immeasurably uplifted by some Trade Me data. Could it be we are finally getting the message on rural or provincial New Zealand? Job data increasingly shows we're looking to the regions for work. More people (68%) are prepared to move, supposedly. Always be careful of surveys because what people say versus what they do doesn’t always equate. But at least some of the 68% must actually pull the trigger. There has been a 12% month-on-month search increase in job ads. The likes of New Plymouth is up

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11:29

Lee Martin: Kiwi singer-songwriter talks musical...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/27

Christchurch-based singer-songwriter Lee Martin is yet another example of the incredible talent produced in New Zealand. She’s a highly acclaimed musician, both here and around the world, with multiple awards, millions of streams, and sold-out performances under her belt. And soon Martin will be releasing her fourth album, Marlene, coming out mid-July. “I think this is probably my best work yet,” she told Mike Hosking. “I was listening to some of my old songs last night, and I’m like, there’s a

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Full Show Podcast: 28 May 2026

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/27

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 28th of May, it's Budget Day, so we did a quickfire round with four of the biggest and most expectant sectors. Reserve Bank Governor Dr Anna Breman talks about being the defining vote in holding our Official Cash Rate. Kiwi singer Lee Martin tells us about her music journey and gives a performance of the latest single from her upcoming album. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or

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3:35

Rob Nichol: Rugby Players Association CEO on the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/27

Is there a lifeline for Moana Pasifika? Foreign Minister Winston Peters has hinted at “good news” for the embattled club, and is reportedly instructing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade to look into proposals. Rugby Players Association CEO Rob Nichol told Mike Hosking that from a player’s perspective, the team hasn’t been set up for success, but they remain optimistic it can happen. He says there’s two to three key areas that need to be nailed for Moana Pasifika to be successful – it needs

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3:25

Michael Johnston: NZ Initiative Education Research...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/27

The Government's being criticised for rushing homeschooling legislation. It's backed down on proposed changes that would've increased the oversight of those who teach children at home after pushback from families. NZ Initiative Education Research Fellow Michael Johnson told Mike Hosking the state has the right to reassess how education is delivered. But he says the homeschooling community has the right to be upset. Johnson says it exists because it's a bit different from mainstream education, and

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Anna Breman: Reserve Bank Governor unpacks the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/27

The Reserve Bank Governor is feeling good about her captain's call to keep the Official Cash Rate unchanged at 2.25%. Anna Breman made the final decision after the six-member Monetary Policy Committee she chairs was evenly split on whether to hike the rate. Breman says she understands the argument for hiking but told Mike Hosking she doesn't think now's the right time. She says financial markets have already tightened quite a lot, and the economy is slowing down, which will reduce pressure on

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5:47

Luke Bradford, Nick Leggett, Steve McCracken, and...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/27

High hopes for today's Budget from health, infrastructure, education, and business leaders. College of GPs President Luke Bradford told Mike Hosking he's looking for some reallocation of health spending. He says we currently invest 6% of vote health in primary healthcare, compared to the OECD average of 14%. On the infrastructure side of things, Infrastructure NZ's Nick Leggett told Hosking he wants investment in new projects and maintenance of existing ones. He says we have to build some

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2:04

Mike's Minute: Moana Pasifika showed the market was...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/26

Let this be a lesson to all those who argue against the simple truism that the market, most of the time, tends to be right. Moana Pasifika are in liquidation, the vote was held and the story ends here. The trouble is the taxpayer footed a lot of the bill and the money is gone, flushed down an ideological toilet. If the idea was such a sensational one, someone actually using their own money would have thought of it and further put it into practice. But the idea wasn't a sensational one. It was an

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7:20

Steven Joyce: Former Finance Minister previews Budget...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/05/26

A Former Finance Minister expects this year's Budget to invest in health, education, and defence – with cuts elsewhere. Budget 2026 is being unveiled tomorrow, opening up the Government's books and detailing when a return to surplus is possible. Steven Joyce told Mike Hosking re-prioritisation is the story of the week, and he's backing further cost-savings in the public sector. The Government aims to cut around 8,700 jobs in the public service by mid-2029, with savings set to be re-invested. Joyce

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