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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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3:22

Shane Henderson: Stadium Venues Working Group Chair...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/08

Confusion over the billionaire-backed Auckland Arena proposal being withdrawn from options for Western Springs. Businesswoman Anna Mowbray, her husband and former All Black Ali Williams, and Auckland FC owner Bill Foley withdrew their 12,500 seat proposal, which wouldn't have cost ratepayers a cent. It follows news Aucklanders don't have a clear preference on an option for the site. The group cites unique challenges. Chair of the Stadium Venues Working Group Shane Henderson told Heather du

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2:10

Shane Reti: Science Minister on the Government's...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/08

The Government's making moves to ensure we'll no longer lag behind when it comes to Artificial Intelligence. Science Minister Shane Reti's announced the Government's first strategy for using AI - claiming it'll reduce barriers to adoption and promote responsible use. He says it could lift our GDP by $76 billion by 2038. Reti told Heather du Plessis-Allan the strategy's a signal to both businesses and the community over what policy settings the Government will follow. He says modelling suggests AI

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2:44

Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist ahead of today's...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/08

Economists say pausing the OCR could be prudent as we wait to find out more about the state of global trade. The Reserve Bank will make a call today on whether to cut the Official Cash Rate for a seventh consecutive time or hold it steady at 3.25%. There's much to consider, including uncertainty about the US tariffs. ASB Chief Economist Nick Tuffley told Heather du Plessis-Allan we'll have more information next month about inflation and inflation expectations. He says hopefully all the trade

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3:08

Janet Xuccoa: Family Trust Services Managing Director...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/08

A view that current family trust laws have too much red tape. The Government's making it easier to sell property held in a family trust in its latest revamp of anti-money laundering policies. It means realtors won't need to collect extensive information about a trust's history to make a sale. Family Trust Services' managing director, Janet Xuccoa told Heather du Plessis-Allan people have to provide the same information to realtors, lawyers, and accountants. She says the changes are a relief to

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1:48

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Kids shouldn't be exempt...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/07

If you listen to parenting experts, you'll hear the same thing time and time again about raising kids properly. They need love, but just as importantly, they need boundaries. They need to be told no, they need to be disciplined, and they need to learn what they can and can't do. And if you don't do that, you basically ruin their chances at success. Now, bear that in mind when you hear people like the Children's Commissioner arguing that kids should be off limit on citizen's arrests. At the moment

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2:12

Heather du Plessis-Allan: We need more minimum sentences

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/07

On the Government considering minimum sentences, I would have no problem with this. I realise the judiciary aren't going to love it because it's tying their hands. But frankly, that is the point. Because some of the sentencing discounts that have been handed down by judges are frankly outrageous. The worst case that I've come across is the case of a rapist who attacked a woman in Albert Park in Auckland three years ago. He was given a discount of 77% by the judge for being young, for pleading

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11:06

Bill Bailey: UK Comedian talks comedy, Vaudevillean tour

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/07

New Zealand can’t get enough of Bill Bailey. The UK comedian last came to our shores in 2023, tickets to his ‘Thoughtifier’ tour selling out. He’ll be back towards the end of the year, bringing a celebration of comedy, songs, and skills by the name of ‘Vaudevillean’ to Kiwi audiences. Bailey joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to delve into comedy, technology and AI, the resurgence of people seeking out live shows and performances, and just why Kiwis love him so much. “Most of life is just showing up,

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89:33

Full Show Podcast: 08 July 2025

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/07

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday the 8th of July, we look at the changes to the FamilyBoost scheme and if it makes the policy a boom, or if it's still a bust. Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson was finally found guilty, after days of deliberation from the jury. World renowned comedian Bill Bailey is winging his way back here for another nationwide tour, so we need to find out why he's so popular with Kiwis. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday

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2:31

Heidi Morton: WellingtonNZ Events Manager on the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/07

Wellington waits with open arms as anticipation builds for the arrival of Welsh football club Wrexham. Owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac, Wrexham AFC is due to visit the capital for a friendly against the Phoenix on July 19. New data from Booking.com shows Wellington is the most searched NZ location on the site, with interest in accommodation up 600%. WellingtonNZ Events Manager Heidi Morton told Heather du Plessis-Allan the city offers a great opportunity for a unique location. She

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2:50

Catherine Beard: Business NZ Advocacy Manager on the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/07

New Zealand isn't likely to get a better deal than we're currently getting, when it comes to trade with the US. Almost all goods to the US now face a 10% base tariff rate. Donald Trump's announced a 25% tariff rate for Japan and South Korea from the start of next month and may also raise tariffs on other trading partners. Business NZ Advocacy Manager Catherine Beard told Heather du Plessis-Allan New Zealand probably can't negotiate a tariff rate below the 10% rate we're facing. She says if that's

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6:27

John Bolton: Former US National Security Advisor on...

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2025/07/07

Donald Trump is set to host Israel's Prime Minister at the White House as the US pushes for a ceasefire in Gaza. The BBC reports Israel and Hamas resumed indirect talks in Qatar but ended after three hours without a breakthrough. Former US National Security Adviser John Bolton told Heather Du Plessis-Allan there's no compromising between the two sides. He says Hamas' objectives are to get Israel out of Gaza, while Israel's is to destroy Hamas as a military and political force. Discussions to strike

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3:32

Lesley Yeomans: Australian Correspondent on the...

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2025/07/07

The Australian mushroom murder trial could end up in the appeals court. Erin Patterson's been found guilty of murdering her estranged husband's parents and aunt, and attempting to kill his uncle with a beef wellington containing death cap mushrooms. Newstalk ZB's Lesley Yeomans is in Victoria, following developments. She told Heather du Plessis-Allan that Patterson's legal team now has 28 days to decide whether they'll appeal the verdict. Yeomans says we’ll have to wait for the next month or so to

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2:45

Kathy Wolfe: Early Childhood NZ CEO on the changes to...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/07

Doubts over the amount of admin needed for families to get the FamilyBoost scheme. The Government's announced changes, which mean eligible families can now get 40% early childhood education fee rebates, up from 25%. The threshold household income has risen to $229 thousand. Early Childhood NZ chief executive Kathy Wolfe told Heather du Plessis-Allan ECE providers have to help families access the scheme, which creates more admin for services. She says it would better for providers to have more

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2:52

Tama Potaka: Māori Development Minister on iwi-owned...

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2025/07/07

Iwi-owned commercial entities have outperformed some of New Zealand’s largest listed companies. ANZ’s annual Te Tirohanga Whanui report shows the entities emerged from the economic downturn in good shape, faring better on a return on assets basis. Waikato-Tainui’s among the strong performers, having a balance sheet of $1.9 billion. Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka told Heather Du Plessis-Allan there are some reasons behind the uplift. He says many iwi and Māori businesses are land and people

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90:02

Full Show Podcast: 07 July 2025

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/06

Listen to the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday 7 July. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:02

David Seymour: Deputy PM says judges need to follow...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/06

The Acting Prime Minister says judges need to hear the message when it comes to tougher sentencing. The Government's increasing maximum sentences for several offences and isn't ruling out more minimum, or mandatory, sentences in the future. David Seymour told Heather du Plessis-Allan judges need to think outside their position of privilege. He says someone who has been attacked, or has had their car or property stolen, wants the perpetrator to be punished.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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4:07

Cathy Chalmers: Lead Principal of the Manurewa...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/06

Education Ministry data shows three and a half thousand kids have been missing from the education system for more than a year since 2022. Lead Principal of the Manurewa Attendance Service Cathy Chalmers told Heather du Plessis-Allan having to find these kids is part of the problem. She says a multi-agency approach is needed, as there are normally other issues that contribute to disenrollment or low attendance. The Government says it's putting information-sharing agreements in place, between agencies

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3:02

Sir Ron Young: Former High Court judge discusses...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/06

A law expert says the court system can be fixed by understanding facts - not mandatory sentences. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith hasn't ruled out the policy which would see a minimum standard set for various crimes. Judges currently have discretion to give discounts based on aggravating or mitigating circumstances. Former High Court judge Sir Ron Young says New Zealand has a lot of people in prison as it is. He told Heather du Plessis-Allan the courts are already on the heavy end of sentencing,

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3:03

Grant Illingworth KC: Royal commission inquiry chair...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/06

The second phase of the Covid Inquiry starts today, with vaccine mandates proving to be a hot topic. The hearings will be held in Auckland, available to watch online and will be chaired by KC Grant Illingworth. Phase two is focused on aspects of the Covid response like vaccine mandates, the approval process and vaccine safety. Illingworth told Heather du Plessis Allan that there are 31-thousand submissions, with a fair chunk focused on the mandates. He says there's a number of people who think the

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2:52

Dr. Claire Matthews: Banking expert on the public's...

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2025/07/06

There appears to be a feeling we don't like the fact that banks make money. Inland Revenue's digging into the tax settings being applied to banks at the Government's request - as it seeks to ensure they're paying their fair share. But Massey University banking expert Claire Matthews told Heather du Plessis-Allen she believes it's motivated by a general bad attitude towards banks. She claims the Government's looking to take more money off them, as they're perceived as big organizations that make a

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