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Holiday Breakfast

Don"t miss a thing while you"re on holiday, with Newstalk ZB Holiday Breakfast. We deliver the best in news, views and opinion to keep Kiwis informed and entertained while you"re on the road, at the bach, or relaxing at home.

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4:53

Georgia Grange: Head of Revolut NZ on financial...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/12/22

Financial technology firm Revolut has applied to become a registered bank in New Zealand. Revolut already offers a “one-stop-shop" money management app here with payment, card and money management services. With a banking license, it hopes to offer things like credit cards, consumer loans and mortgages. Head of Revolut NZ Georgia Grange tells Tim Beveridge the firm is on a mission to build the world’s first truly global bank. Grange says consumers are constrained by a lack of innovation in the

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3:27

Margaret Cooney: Octopus Energy Chief Operating...

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2024/12/22

The Energy sector is warning gas supply woes are not going away. Electricity companies are worried the winter gas shortage is not yet a thing of the past, with an even bigger problem bubbling under the surface for next year. Octopus Energy want to introduce a reward system, where they pay customers to reduce their usage during peak times. They say if 20% of kiwis participated in an hour-long session, it would save the equivalent of 122,000 warm wash cycles. Chief Operating Officer Margaret Cooney

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4:10

Hayden Ricketts: Retired Lieutenant Colonel from...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/12/22

The New Zealand Defence Force is making more cuts in a bid to help its nearly $130-million budget shortfall. Documents obtained by the NZ Herald under the Official Information Act show the NZDF is looking to scrap flu vaccines for all civilian staff, international travel for sports teams, some support to Gallipoli and staff gym memberships. The documents acknowledge the move could lead to “impact on morale and possible increased staff absence in the 2025 flu season”. Retired Lieutenant Colonel from

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5:20

Shane Reti: Health Minister on increasing number of...

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2024/12/22

Foreign-trained doctors will now have a greater chance at joining the New Zealand workforce, with a rise in the number of exam spots for those looking to get accredited. The medical council announced it is increasing the number of spots for New Zealand registration exams from 60 up to 180 from 2025. Health New Zealand have been instructed to move to secure the clinical placements needed to speed up transitions. Health Minister Shane Reti tells Tim Beveridge foreign-trained doctors in New Zealand

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4:02

Richard Arnold: US correspondent on Blake Lively...

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2024/12/22

Hollywood is abuzz over a lawsuit brought by actress Blake Lively against her co-star and director Justin Baldoni. Lively claims in a lengthy filing that on the set of their film It Ends With Us, Baldoni engaged in sexual harassment and then tried to smear her after she raised concerns about his behaviour. US correspondent Richard Arnold tells Tim Beveridge the complaints were graphic in nature and Baldoni’s representative has called the actress’s claims “categorically false”. Meanwhile, a US navy

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6:05

Murray Olds: Australia correspondent on Ola office...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/12/22

Popular rideshare company Ola has reportedly cracked down on staff for their “very poor office attendance”. In a company-wide email, fed-up CEO Bhavish Aggarwal warned that action will be taken against those who have “misused the freedom”, cautioning staff to maintain “basic self-respect" and not take advantage of the company. Australia correspondent Murray Olds tells Tim Beveridge the email has since gone viral. Meanwhile, Australia’s Transport Minister Catherine King has called on the Rail, Tram

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6:19

Summer with the Mayors: Campbell Barry

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/12/22

Just north-east of the capital, and part of the Greater Wellington region, Hutt City hosts quiet cafes, galleries and museums. And, if you venture out just a little, the area also offers plenty of outdoor activities to keep you busy. Campbell Barry has been Hutt City Council Mayor since 2019 and joins Tim Beveridge on Summer Breakfast to discuss the town’s summer events and best secret local spots. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:29

Mike King: I Am Hope founder on Gumboot Friday and...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/10/27

Gumboot Friday returns this week on 1st November, as communities come together to raise awareness for youth mental health around the country. This year’s event involves the auctioning of the Hope Home, built and donated by Fowler Homes, with the proceeds going back into I Am Hope. It comes as founder Mike King had his custom e-bike stolen from him during his I Am Climate ride around the country to raise awareness for youth climate anxiety, which has been returned to him in Tauranga. Mike King joined

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4:31

Gary Caffell: Masterton mayor on six people getting...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/10/27

The long weekend's brought the worst out of boy racers. Six people were arrested in Wairarapa, with fireworks, bottles, and rocks all hurled at Police. The Government's already hinted tougher legislation could be on the way, which can't come soon enough for those who've had a gutsful. Masterton mayor Gary Caffell told Tim Beveridge the gatherings are getting worse and worse. “Unless the Government is willing to really get tough on these people, then we’re in a lot of trouble because somebody’s going

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6:15

Richard Arnold: US correspondent on the last pushes...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/10/27

Both US Presidential Candidates are looking to finish their campaigns strong, as election day draws closer. 10 days to go, the latest polls have narrow margins in the seven key swing states, with just one to two percentage points separating Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Tim Beveridge the race is shaping up to be one of closest in America's history. “Trump will hold a big rally today inside New York’s Madison Square Garden, while in the middle of the week,

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4:54

Cliff Abraham: Brain Research New Zealand co-director...

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2024/10/27

Millennials are facing more memory problems – but it's not exactly clear why. The Boston Globe reports those in their 30s and 40s are becoming more forgetful. Brain Research New Zealand co-director Cliff Abraham says there are many factors impacting memory - including anxiety, technology and Covid-19. He says it's getting harder to remember, with more information and distractions coming in than ever before. Abraham told Tim Beveridge there are some simple ways to help you remember. He says paying

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7:09

Gary Stead: Black Caps coach on the side's historic...

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2024/10/27

It was hardly surprising Mitchell Santner woke up sore the morning after his match-winning heroics. Twenty-nine straight overs while bowling theBlack Capsto a famous victory would have that effect. Santner’s 13-wicket haul inspired a 113-run winin Pune on Saturday, recording the third-best figures by a New Zealander and the third-best for any bowler against India. The spinner held up an end while shutting down the hosts’ chase, battling a side strain that required stretching between overs. A maiden

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4:38

Shane Jones: Resources Minister hoping to use...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/10/27

The Resources Minister is hoping to use an Australia trip to entice investment in New Zealand mining. Shane Jones is leaving today to attend and speak at the International Mining and Resources Conference in Sydney. The Government is including mining projects in the fast-track consent legislation and revising overseas investment criteria. Jones told Tim Beveridge it’s important to amplify the message New Zealand is open for business. “Too many Kiwis don’t find an opportunity in New Zealand in such

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9:22

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Candace...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/10/27

Far-right commentator and conspiracy theory promoter Candace Owens has been blocked from Australia. The American announced a speaking tour of Australasia next month. Australia has cancelled her visa application, while Immigration New Zealand is still assessing it. Australian correspondent Murray Olds told Tim Beveridge it seems Owens was originally allowed to come to Australia before being blocked. “Is there a right of appeal? I don’t know. The people who are promoting her and are want her to come

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4:35

Gideon Levy: Israeli journalist on the latest in...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/10/27

The Israeli-Iranian war looks to have been put on pause for now. Egypt's president is proposing a two-day ceasefire in Gaza in exchange for hostages. The proposal follows retaliation strikes from Israel's army on Iranian military targets, including in Tehran – killing four soliders. Israeli journalist Gideon Levy told Tim Beveridge Iran's defence systems were likely damaged. “If Israel would like to attack Iran again, it will be easier because the defence systems, at least part of them, are

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13:02

Frankie McNair: Australian Comedian on her upcoming Q...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/06/28

Frankie McNair is an up-and-coming Australian comedian who won best comedy award at Melbourne Fringe 2018 and best newcomer and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival in 2022. Her critically acclaimed one-woman show, ‘An Intimate Evening with Tabitha Booth’ is coming to Q Theatre – starting tomorrow evening – and runs until July 6th. She plays ‘medicated lounge singer’, Tabitha Booth in an intimate evening of unhinged comedy. McNair joined Tim Beveridge on Newstalk ZB’s Holiday Breakfast.

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3:53

Christine Rose: Whale and Dolphin Count Organiser on...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/06/27

The fifth annual dolphin and whale count is taking place nation-wide this weekend. The count contributes both a snapshot at the same time every year, and information about the marine mammals close to shore across time. Whale and Dolphin Count Organiser, Christine Rose, told Tim Beveridge “We encourage people to go to the coastline and stare out to sea for a couple hours and report what you see.” Rose said “It’s a celebration of the marine life we share our world with.” She said “We want people

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7:42

Dean McLachlan: Newstalk ZB Sports Journalist on Lulu...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/06/27

Te Anau-born Swiss-Kiwi tennis player Lulu Sun has qualified for the ladies singles at Wimbledon. Sun is placed 123rd in world rankings - she eased past Filipino, Alexandra Eala, in the third round of qualifying. We’ll find out who she'll face when the draw is made overnight. Newstalk ZB Sports Journalist, Dean McLachlan, told Tim Beveridge “It’ll be her second Grand Slam appearance after playing at the Aussie Open earlier this year.” McLachlan said “She’s just switched allegiance from

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5:41

Bodhi Vette: Road Ninja Founder on new Uber-style app...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/06/27

A new Uber-style app for truckies is launching nationally next week after being trialled in Auckland, Waikato and Bay of Plenty. The Road Ninja app - dubbed the "Uber for truck drivers" will match businesses to truckies in their area. Road Ninja Founder Bodhi Vette told Tim Beveridge drivers can set their own rates and get paid what they’re worth. Vette said “It’s a driver-first platform.” LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:10

Alistair Miller: Aura Principal Advisory Consultant...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/06/27

The latest Crime and Victims survey reveals New Zealand's most common offence is fraud. The Ministry of Justice has surveyed more than seven-thousand people, and it shows 10% have experienced fraud in the year to October 2023. 66% have been scammed by unauthorised bank transactions, and 20% were scammed making online purchases. Cyber-security company Aura’s Principal Advisory Consultant, Alistair Miller, told Tim Beveridge “Because it’s seen as quite shameful – we ignore the statistics, don’t

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