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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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3:28

Richard Dawkins: Federated Farmers forestry...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/13

There's a belief many farmers will be feeling disappointed and betrayed after a report to Parliament on the ban of carbon forestry. The Environment Select Committee’s recommendations show carbon farms across productive farmland, won't be coming to a stop. Currently under the Emission Trading Scheme there's a ban on whole-farm conversions for land that's not used for beef and sheep farming. Federated Farmers forestry spokesperson Richard Dawkins told Mike Hosking this still puts beef and sheep at

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Full Show Podcast: 14 August 2025

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/13

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 14th of August, then-Covid Minister Chris Hipkins defends his decision not to appear publicly for the Covid-19 Inquiry. Public Service Minister Judith Collins responds to the latest strike action from both nurses and secondary school teachers. All Blacks mental skills expert Gilbert Enoka imparts his wisdom and philosophy from his 23-year career with our top side in his new book 'Become Unstoppable'. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full

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3:56

Felicity Roxburgh: NZ International Business Forum...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/13

New Zealand exporters are remaining upbeat. The latest Export New Zealand DHL Export Barometer shows about four in five have maintained or increased export volumes over the past year. Exporters say it's been getting cheaper to do business, but they're getting more worried about trade wars. NZ International Business Forum Executive Director Felicity Roxburgh told Mike Hosking the impact of tariffs will take some time to flow through. She says some of the goods impacted are still on the water and wont

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6:26

Judith Collins: Public Service Minister on the strike...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/13

The Government is blasting the secondary teachers union for calling a strike. Post Primary Teachers' Association members will put down the tools next Wednesday, rejecting a three-percent pay increase over three years. Tens of thousands of healthcare workers are also preparing to walk off the job on two separate days next month. Public Service Minister Judith Collins told Mike Hosking it seems the union spent more time on its marketing, than it did at the bargaining table. She's urging teachers to

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2:55

Erica Stanford: Education Minister on the Level 1...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/13

The Education Minister says our NCEA achievement results are ticking up as we climb out of Covid. Last year Level 1 achievement dropped slightly to its lowest level in a decade, and Māori fell further behind. There were improvements though in NCEA Levels 2, 3, and University Entrance for the first time in five years. Erica Stanford told Mike Hosking these students also came through after she became Minister. She says they've had that hour of reading, writing, and maths which has helped this

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8:53

Chris Hipkins: Labour Leader on why they're not...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/13

Labour leader Chris Hipkins says he's already answered the Covid Inquiry Commissioner's questions, negating any need for him to appear publicly. Hipkins and former Ministers Dame Jacinda Ardern, Grant Robertson, and Ayesha Verrall declined open hearings, leading the second part of the inquiry to be called off. Hipkins says lawyers raised several issues around them appearing, including setting a precedent and possible abuse. He told Mike Hosking he doesn't see the point in repeating the process.

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2:06

Mike's Minute: Two obvious tips for Chris Hipkins

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/12

Chris Hipkins came undone yesterday, twice. You would hope, given there is literally no pressure on him right now and he basically gets to spend his days bagging the Government, he might want to sharpen up, given next year is a whole different kettle of fish. Mistake number 1: He attempted to gain points on Palestine by suggesting David Seymour was holding the Government to some sort of ransom and if it wasn’t for the veto they would have declared support for statehood by now. What Seymour said was

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3:22

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/12

The cost of New Zealand’s homes are beginning to fall. The latest QV Quarterly data reveals that average prices have fallen by 0.5% over the three months to July. Auckland is down by 1.2%, while Queenstown and Invercargill continue to rise by 2.4% and 1.2% respectively. The average price is now 13.1% cheaper than the artificial Covid peak in 2021. Brad Olsen, Infometrics’ Principal Economist, told Mike Hosking with about half a year’s worth of sales currently on the market, there’s a lot of supply

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11:49

Pollies: Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen talk the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/12

Much has happened in the political realm since last Wednesday, so Ginny Andersen and Mark Mitchell are back to cover it on Politics Wednesday. The military-style boot camps have seen mixed results – is it still a success with a 80% reoffending rate? And what’s happening with Willow-Jean Prime? Is there any excuse for her ignoring the briefing invitation for the NCEA changes? Plus, Mike offers up some advice regarding Question Time. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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5:35

Grant Dalton: Team New Zealand CEO on the new...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/12

The newly announced America’s Cup rules are shaking up the competition. The confirmed protocol includes a requirement for a female sailor on board, batteries replacing manual power, the introduction of a cost cap, and a reduced number of sailors on board. It also outlines a new partnership between all teams, establishing equal authority among those involved. Team NZ CEO Grant Dalton told Mike Hosking it’s been a pretty torrid six months getting the changes across the line, but anything worth doing

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Full Show Podcast: 13 August 2025

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/12

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 13th of August, Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour comments on the debate around recognising Palestine as a state. New rules have been announced for the next America’s Cup – Team NZ boss Grant Dalton gives the lowdown. Ginny Andersen and Mark Mitchell discuss the success rate of the boot camps, Willow-Jean Prime, and Mike’s advice for Question Time on Politics Wednesday. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday

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3:36

Simon Huesser: Huski Co-Founder on the company's success

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/12

From a PVC pipe in a Taranaki shed to international success, Huski Coolers has seen its overseas exports surge. The company's renowned wine cooler had its largest overseas order, shipping 76 thousand units to the UK as heatwaves rip through Europe. The NZ firm is on track to double its eight-figure annual revenue this year. Huski Co-Founder Simon Huesser told Mike Hosking they wanted to create a sleek, useful, and stylish item to help keep drinks cool over summer. He says you take a cold bottle out

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5:01

David Seymour: Deputy Prime Minister on the Palestine...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/12

Parliament is becoming increasingly divided over the situation with Palestine. Greens co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick was barred from Parliament yesterday when she suggested MPs not backing her bill to sanction Israel were spineless. She believes an apology from her isn't needed, and is engaging with Speaker Gerry Brownlee about returning to the House today. Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour raised the question to Mike Hosking of how can you call for an international rules-based order when you can’t

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2:21

Chris Small: ABC Business Sales Managing Director on...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/12

More businesses are reporting losses but things may not be quite as bad as the numbers make it seem. Inland Revenue data shows one in five businesses aren't turning a profit. But ABC Business Sales Managing Director Chris Small says most of those are businesses structured to make a loss, like trusts and property companies. He told Mike Hosking the situation he's seeing is far more positive. Small says 90% of businesses that are coming to see him are making a profit, with others making a paper loss

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2:41

Andrew Eagles: Green Building Council CEO on...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/12

An uptick in heat pump use could ease pressure on the energy system and cut costs. A report by the New Zealand Green Building Council reveals if more households opt for heat pumps, it could save Kiwis more than a billion dollars a year. It's also revealed this could protect thousands of industry jobs, with three mills closing in the last year due to soaring energy prices. Green Building Council CEO Andrew Eagles says more heat pumps in the country will reduce these demand pressures for the gas

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2:05

Mike's Minute: You need an open mind for the pilot...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/11

Perhaps the biggest problem with the military-style academy and the ensuing pilot report is not the number of people who re-offended. Hell, I thought they all would. But rather it was the fact it was, in the minds of too many, predetermined. Those who called them boot camps are in the invidious position of bagging the idea but not having a solution, which is an awfully easy position to be in. Labour and the Greens hate the idea of this sort of thing. It's unkind, it doesn’t involve sitting around

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3:18

Danny Luke: Skyline Enterprises COO on the tourism in...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/11

Queenstown's benefiting from another influx of winter tourists. Local operator Skyline has seen a 33% increase in international visitors to its luge, and a 21% rise in visitors to its gondolas. Other operators are also reporting a similar increase. Chief Operating Officer Danny Luke told Mike Hosking tourism is booming again. He says the winter’s been vibrant and they’re seeing real growth at the moment. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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89:44

Full Show Podcast: 12 August 2025

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/11

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 12th of August, New Zealand is considering recognising a Palestinian state. Does it matter? Will it change the war? Former Foreign Affairs Minister Phil Goff weighs in. Christchurch has been confirmed as the host of the 2026 Super Round – NZR boss Mark Robinson discusses the decision. Country music star Lainey Wilson is on her way to New Zealand for the first time next year, and chatted exclusively with Mike. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast

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12:11

Lainey Wilson: Country music star discusses her...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/11

From living in a trailer outside a recording studio to selling out 80 thousand capacity stadiums, Lainey Wilson has made it big. For over a decade she’s been one of the biggest country music stars to come out of Nashville, with nine Country Music Association Awards under her belt, as well a Grammy. Her career started in 2014 with the release of a self titled album, but it was with the release of her second album ‘Tougher’ in 2016 that kickstarted her career properly. Since then, her success has

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4:15

Mark Robinson: NZ Rugby CEO on Christchurch hosting...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/11

Officials are committing to just the one year of Super Round in Christchurch – for now. Christchurch's new stadium will play host to five Super Rugby games over Anzac weekend 2026. Super Round took a year out of the schedule this year after the Melbourne Rebels exited the competition. NZ Rugby CEO Mark Robinson told Mike Hosking it has always been on the radar to give back to a region that loves its rugby and has been a massive supporter of the game at many levels. He says they’re not ruling out the

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