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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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2:38

Irene King: Aviation Commentator on Air New Zealand's...

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2023/11/21

Questions are arising over whether Air New Zealand will have to continue to discount domestic flights in coming months as it grapples with sinking demand. October passenger data highlights the slow down, alongside lower-margin leisure travel and lower capacity. The airline's forecast a pre-tax profit of up to $230 million for the second half of 2023, down from nearly $300 million last year. Aviation commentator Irene King told Kate Hawkesby that the data was taken before its capacity problems in

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3:52

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Chief Economist on the import...

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2023/11/21

We’re heading in the right direction, but they’re still not great numbers on the trade deficit. Stats NZ data for October shows exports fell to $5.4 billion annually, with imports down to just over $7 billion on last year. The annual trade deficit is $14.8 billion, slightly better than September's $15.41 billion. Infometrics chief economist Brad Olsen told Kate Hawkesby that it's an improvement, but it remains a concern. He says we're still importing more than we're exporting. LISTEN ABOVE See

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3:54

Brigitte Morten: Former Senior Ministerial advisor...

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2023/11/21

Wrangling continues in Auckland today between National, ACT, and New Zealand First, of the allocation of Cabinet portfolios in the new government. David Seymour, Winston Peters, and Nicola Willis are all in the running to be Deputy Prime Minister. But Brigitte Morten —a former senior ministerial advisor for National— told Kate Hawkesby that the allocation of other roles will be more crucial. She says finance positions are likely to be given to both parties, and the allocation of justice, police,

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2:23

Kate Hawkesby: I think we've reached peak woke

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2023/11/20

I think we’ve reached peak woke, or at least I hope we have... who would know? But I think we’ve reached it when I see that in China now, they’re looking at banning clothes that hurt people’s feelings. You heard that right. CNN reported that, ‘China’s legislature has proposed changes to a law that if approved would allow authorities to fine and detain people who wear clothes that “hurt the nation’s feelings”.’ This to be honest is probably less about wokeism and more about patriotism and control,

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4:17

Dennis Maga: First Union General Secretary on...

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2023/11/20

Questions over how fog cannons and body cameras in Woolworths stores will mitigate the rising abuse of staff. The supermarket giant is reporting a 131% rise in physical assaults on staff in the past six months, compared to the same time last year. It's also launching an in-store campaign to encourage customers to respect workers as they head into the busiest time of year. First Union General Secretary Dennis Maga told Kate Hawkesby that those security measures could work short-term. He says

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3:09

John O'Connell: Life Education Trust CEO on...

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2023/11/20

High school students are increasingly visiting online gambling sites. An investigation by Newstalk ZB has found that sports betting and online casino games are increasingly popular with teenagers, who even access the sites during the school day. Life Education Trust Chief Executive John O'Connell told Kate Hawkesby that phones among young people have caused a number of challenges. He says schools should be aware that students with mobile phones have gambling in their pocket. LISTEN ABOVE See

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3:31

Ben Thomas: Political Commentator on the length of...

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2023/11/20

A political commentator is suggesting that we should relax a little about how long it's taking to form a government. There's been much commentary on the fact it's been 18 days since the release of the official election results, and we still don't have a government. Former National party staffer and now political commentator Ben Thomas told Kate Hawkesby that this time will be quickly forgotten. He says in six months time —whether the Government is flourishing or floundering— no one is going to be

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4:11

Adam Pearse: Herld Political Reporter Talks Ongoing...

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2023/11/19

The weekend has come and gone, but coalition negotiations continue into another week. Incoming Prime Minister Chris Luxon says about three issues to settle remain between National, Act and New Zealand First. The trio's been meeting in Auckland since Wednesday, where Luxon now believes they'll stay for the next few days. Herald Political Reporter Adam Pearse told Kate Hawkesby that Luxon described his meeting with Peters yesterday, as 'helpful'. He says it was a departure from previous conversations

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3:45

Vincent Macaviney: David Cameron visits Ukraine as UK...

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2023/11/16

Former UK Prime Minister David Cameron had his first outing as Foreign Secretary yesterday as he made his way to Ukraine to meet President Zelensky. UK Correspondent Vincent McAviney told Tim Dower that when they saw a Range Rover coming up Downing Street on Monday and David Cameron climbed out “mouths were literally a gog.” He added that Cameron doesn’t have the best reputation across the continent given his mishandling of the Brexit referendum and then bouncing as soon as he lost it. “we'll

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3:45

Vincent Macaviney: David Cameron visits Ukraine as UK...

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2023/11/16

Former UK Prime Minister David Cameron had his first outing as Foreign Secretary yesterday as he made his way to Ukraine to meet President Zelensky. UK Correspondent Vincent McAviney told Tim Dower that when they saw a Range Rover coming up Downing Street on Monday and David Cameron climbed out “mouths were literally a gog.” He added that Cameron doesn’t have the best reputation across the continent given his mishandling of the Brexit referendum and then bouncing as soon as he lost it. “we'll

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3:48

Kelly Eckhold: Westpac Chief Economist on the Reserve...

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2023/11/16

Economists are praising the Reserve Bank's decision to build up its foreign currency assets. It's bought and borrowed to drive its total foreign currency holdings up by a third, to a total of almost $18 billion. Westpac Chief Economist, Kelly Eckhold, says it will give a signal the central bank is willing to step in if there's a shock to the economy. He told Tim Dower that the move should reassure people. Eckhold says it would be worrying if the bank didn't have the capacity. LISTEN

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2:30

Tim Dower: The talks are dragging on too long now

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2023/11/16

Last time I had the privilege of hosting this show I said I had confidence in Chris Luxon's approach to these coalition talks. I said it seemed businesslike, and I sensed he was out to cut a good deal that'll stick. I hope I’m not proved wrong on that. One thing you have to say about the way it's being handled is that all three of the key figures involved have been disciplined and kept things quiet. Political editors and reporters are coming up against a brick wall when they seek comment. Not

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5:47

Elias Kanaris: Customer Contact Network CEO on the...

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2023/11/16

Call centre staff are facing unprecedented levels of abuse, with industry experts warning of a future dominated by customer service bots. Customer Contact Network CEO, Elias Kanaris, told Tim Dower that he's pleading with the public to be civil when dealing with contact centre staff. He says customers need to remember staff are real people who are simply trying their best to resolve your issue. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:59

Grant Duncan: Political Commentator on how close we...

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2023/11/16

Could we have a new government by Sunday? Talks continued late into the night and are set to resume in central Auckland this morning, with Chris Luxon, David Seymour, and Winston Peters all pointing to a deal being close. Political commentator Grant Duncan told Tim Dower that there will be final issues all three parties want to resolve. He says it has to take as long as it takes, because it's important all three parties are on the same page about what the plan will be for the next three

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2:43

Kate Hawkesby: Finnish study finds Early Birds get...

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2023/11/15

I’ve got some good news for you. Every one of you up now listening, is a go getter. Early birds are into it as we know, but not only that, research tell us they also earn more. A recent study showed night owls earn 4 percent less than early risers ..and it’s all down to circadian rhythms apparently. Scientists discovered in a Finnish study of more than 12 thousand people, that those who are more active at night, tend to earn less than early risers. That’s because they’re more likely to make poor

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4:01

Mike Jones: BNZ Chief Economist says 'internal...

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2023/11/15

Some markets are feeling economic pain more than others. Infometrics latest economic monitor suggests a primary sector slowdown as annual average growth has slowed to 1.7 percent. BNZ Chief Economist Mike Jones told Kate Hawkesby internal migration numbers are showing various trends. He notes that when people move around the country, employment and construction often follow.Jones thinks cheaper house prices are attracting more people to the South Island. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for

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3:58

Jacqui Southey: Save the Children Advocacy Director...

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2023/11/15

New research has found children in New Zealand are dying from serious trauma injuries at twice the rate of those in the Australian state of Victoria. The study examined cases of more than 13 hundred children seriously injured between mid-2017 and mid-2022. It focused on injuries usually caused by cars, motorbikes, bicycle accidents and serious burns. Save the Children Advocacy Director Jacqui Southey told Kate Hawkesby the results are unacceptable. She say officials need to focus on raising the

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3:54

Jason Walls: Political Editor Says Coalition...

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2023/11/15

A month on from the general election, and the leaders of National, Act and New Zealand First have met together for the first time. Chris Luxon, David Seymour and Winston Peters caught up face-to-face at an Auckland hotel yesterday. Peters briefly returned last night, seemingly for further talks. Seymour says they haven't yet dealt with major substantive discussions, in a potential coalition deal. Political Editor, Jason Walls told Kate Hawkesby more meetings are pencilled in for this week. He

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1:56

Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on the upcoming...

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2023/11/15

Joe Biden will be hoping to ease geopolitical tensions in today's meeting with counterpart Xi Jinping. The two leaders will meet at 8am NZST in San Francisco at the APEC summit, marking Xi's first visit to the US in six years. They're expected to discuss resuming military communications, the climate, and control of a fentanyl pipeline. US correspondent Mitch McCann told Kate Hawkesby that US-China relations have been frosty in recent times. He says tensions have been heightened over Taiwan and

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3:25

John Morrison: Former Black Cap and Commentator ahead...

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2023/11/14

Tonight will reveal if the Black Caps have what it takes to make it to the World Cup Final. They’re playing India in the semifinals at 9:30pm NZDT. Former Black Cap and Cricket Commentator, John Morrison, told Kate Hawkesby that while the team has been written off by many critics, he thinks they’re capable of an upset. He said the team has a pretty good line up that is capable of knocking India over. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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