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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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3:15

Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the first...

Early Edition with Ryan Bridge ·

2023/11/28

A big step for sustainability within the aviation sector The first transatlantic flight by a large passenger plane powered only by alternative fuels has taken off, flying from London's Heathrow to New York's JFK airport. The Virgin Atlantic flight is a one-off flight at this stage and isn't carrying passengers. UK Correspondent Gavin Grey told Tim Dower that the industry's acknowledging they can be more environmentally friendly. He says sustainable aviation fuels can be made from things like

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4:48

Wayne Walker: Auckland Councillor on Wayne Brown's...

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2023/11/28

It’s believed that more thought needs to go into the Auckland Mayor's plans to sell the long-term lease of the Ports of Auckland. Wayne Brown is putting forward two options for the port in his proposed 10-year budget, which also includes a rates rise of 7.5%. He proposes either keeping the business and gradually releasing land for public use or selling the lease to raise up to $3 billion. Auckland Councillor Wayne Walker told Tim Dower that the port does bring in a good amount of income. He

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4:38

Vaughan Davis: Media Commentator on Christopher...

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2023/11/28

Prime Minister Chris Luxon has headache to deal with after his Government's first Cabinet meeting. Winston Peters called a $55 million Public Interest Journalism Fund provided during Covid a "bribe". He told reporters to "tell the public what they had to sign to get the money". Media commentator Vaughan Davis told Tim Dower that Luxon handled the situation poorly. He says avoiding the comment didn't help the PM, and it left Peters squarely in the spotlight. Funding applicants were asked —when

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2:02

Tim Dower: Auckland Council isn't great at leading by...

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2023/11/27

I'm wondering if people in Auckland will, in a few years, look more kindly on their current Mayor. Fair to say that Wayne Brown didn't exactly get off to a flying start, especially with the media, and let's face it, no one's happy when the rates go up. On that score, you've seen nothing yet. I've been reading Mr Brown's proposals to build long-term financial and physical resilience. It's a dose of reality and long overdue, and, boiled down to a few simple bullets, here we go: Fix the

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4:31

Dougal Sutherland: Clinical Psychologist on lockdowns...

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2023/11/27

Covid lockdowns may have played a part in the increase in learning and behavioural issues being picked up at early childhood education. The Educational Institute says the increase has meant waiting lists for specialist support are far too long. Clinical psychologist Dougal Sutherland told Tim Dower that the main thing kids that age do is play and interact with other kids, which provides social and cognitive development and learning. He says that while teenagers could jump online to socialise

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4:54

Brigitte Morten: Former Senior Ministerial Advisor to...

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2023/11/27

It's thought the new Government will start with some of the 'easy wins' in its 100-day plan. Ministers from our first three-party coalition of National, ACT, and New Zealand First meet for their first Cabinet meeting today. Prime Minister Chris Luxon says today's meeting will lay out expectations, and at tomorrow's meeting they'll discuss items like agreeing to a plan. Former Senior Ministerial Adviser to National, Brigitte Morten, told Tim Dower that there's only about nine sitting days left for

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3:34

Michael Brooks: Egg Producers' Federation Executive...

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2023/11/27

New Zealand's egg shortage may be over, according to producers who say prices have levelled out. Shelves were left bare at times last summer after supermarkets pledged to only sell cage-free eggs. Egg Producers' Federation executive director Michael Brooks told Tim Dower that the new restrictions have been difficult for the industry, but prices are finally coming down. He says free range eggs will always be a more expensive option because of the land required to farm the hens. LISTEN ABOVE See

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3:45

Gavin Grey: Officials Are Blaming Far-Right For...

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2023/11/26

Calm's been restored in Ireland's capital after a stabbing last week led to unrest. Three young children were among five people taken to hospital after a knife attack in Dublin, which sparked riots in the city centre. Thirty-four people have been arrested. Europe correspondent Gavin Grey told Tim Dower that officials are blaming far-right agitators for the clashes. He says it's thought an Irish citizen, originally from North Africa, might be the person in connection with the stabbing - but that's

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4:39

Judith Collins: Thrilled and Humbled By New Roles In...

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2023/11/26

The incoming Attorney-General says it's a big job but she thinks she has the experience for it. Judith Collins has picked up the portfolio alongside seven others including Minister Responsible for responding to the Christchurch mosque inquiry. She says it will be a challenge, but the roles are quite closely aligned. Collins says told Tim Dower that her background as a lawyer, holding a practicing certificate for 40 years, makes her well qualified. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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4:49

Action For Smokefree Director Ben Youdan: Scrapping...

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2023/11/26

Backlash to the incoming government scrapping smokefree laws to fund tax cuts. Advocacy groups say removing regulations on levels of nicotine and the age of who can buy cigarettes is irresponsible. Action for Smokefree Director Ben Youdan told Tim Dower that the Government is putting the interests of the cigarette industry before the health of the nation. He says more people will die if these laws change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:20

Tim Dower: Tax Cuts Or A Tobacco Free New Zealand?

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2023/11/26

Nicola Willis is blaming ACT and NZ First for the momentous dismantling of Smokefree laws. That's what she said over the weekend, telling Newshub the minor parties were insistent on reversing the amendments, not even a year after they were passed. ACT says tobacco taxes bring in about 1.8 billion all up, and we're given to believe taking those new restrictions away will be worth about a billion. So, handy money...especially when you've just had to sacrifice a different cash raising scheme which

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4:41

Kate Hawkesby: It's time to turn off the early alarm

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2023/11/23

So, this is my last day – not just for the year but for good. It’s time for me to turn off the early alarm. I’ve been so conflicted about making this decision, purely because I love the job so much, it’s the most fun and best time I’ve ever had in my broadcasting career. Radio is addictive. It’s dynamic and instant and an intimate connection with your audience. I’ve felt privileged to be in your cars, your kitchens, your headphones, an earpiece while you’re still in bed... the fact you choose to

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2:37

Simon Arcus: Wellington Chamber of Commerce CEO on...

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2023/11/23

Shoppers hunting for a bargain will be hitting the malls over the weekend for Black Friday sales. Tens of thousands of shoppers are expected to swarm the shops. But Wellington Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Simon Arcus told Kate Hawkesby that consumers should be careful to ensure they are getting a fair deal. He says shoppers should look online to see if the same product can be bought cheaper elsewhere. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:25

Adam Pearse: NZ Herald Political Reporter on the...

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2023/11/23

More details on the incoming governing trio are expected to come soon. National, ACT, and New Zealand First have agreed on a deal which will be signed in Parliament today. It'll have the parties' policy agendas, details on who's in and who's out of Cabinet, and who's becoming the Deputy Prime Minister. Herald political reporter Adam Pearse told Kate Hawkesby that we've apparently been in the final stages for more than a week now. He says they're expecting statements of support from the three

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3:07

Kate Hawkesby: Nicola Willis looks like the most...

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2023/11/22

So has the anticipation of this government been greater than the event itself? Will it be under whelming when we finally see the state of it? Did we just build it up as this huge thing full of controversy and twists and turns, when in fact it was just a boring longer than expected meeting of negotiating endless minutiae? I actually felt sorry for them yesterday – especially the ones who are parents to young kids, like Nicola Willis. She was desperate to get back to Wellington and see her 4

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3:07

Kate Hawkesby: Nicola Willis looks like the most...

Early Edition with Ryan Bridge ·

2023/11/22

So has the anticipation of this government been greater than the event itself? Will it be under whelming when we finally see the state of it? Did we just build it up as this huge thing full of controversy and twists and turns, when in fact it was just a boring longer than expected meeting of negotiating endless minutiae? I actually felt sorry for them yesterday – especially the ones who are parents to young kids, like Nicola Willis. She was desperate to get back to Wellington and see her 4

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4:47

Joanna Pidgeon: Pidgeon Judd Law Director on the...

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2023/11/22

A trend is emerging of older New Zealanders opting to dish out inheritance to their family before they die. NZ Seniors data shows more than a third are doing just that. More than half worry over what they'll be able to leave their kids because of current economic challenges. Pidgeon Judd Law Director, Joanna Pidgeon, told Kate Hawkesby that people are living longer, and don't want to see their kids struggling with renting into their 50s. She says with prices increasing, help upfront can get them

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4:54

Geoffrey Miller: International Geopolitical Analyst...

Early Edition with Ryan Bridge ·

2023/11/22

Domestic pressure in Israel is said to be the driving factor behind the hostage deal. Israel's cabinet has agreed to a four day pause in fighting in exchange for the release of 50 women and child hostages taken by Hamas on October 7th. It's believed there are around 200 Israeli hostages. The agreement also includes Israel releasing 150 Palestinian prisoners. International geopolitical analyst Geoffrey Miller told Kate Hawkesby that hostage families have mounted a high profile "bring them home"

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3:06

Mike Atkinson: Aspire Managing Director on rental...

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2023/11/22

An influx of migration and lack of property investors is thought to be driving up rental prices around the country. Rental growth is running at historically high levels, hitting 6.1% in the year to October, with Auckland skyrocketing by 8.5% over the past year. Aspire Managing Director Mike Atkinson told Kate Hawkesby that he's warning the incoming Government that prices need to be reined in. He says if prices continue to rise renters will fall out of the market, putting more pressure on social

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3:02

Kate Hawkesby: Seymour for Deputy PM?

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2023/11/21

I don’t begrudge David Seymour tipping his hat into the ring for Deputy PM. Many would argue it’s a relatively inconsequential role - it doesn’t mean much. I mean most of last term we couldn’t remember who was deputy leader or deputy PM: Kelvin Davis or Carmel Sepuloni. It didn’t really matter, no one really cared. But it does carry gravitas. There is something about the title which carries weight – and of course the obvious additional bonus of stepping into the PM’s shoes when they're out of

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