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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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8:29

Steve Price: Australian correspondent on Anthony...

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2024/11/17

Anthony Albanese attended the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, speaking on the importance of free and fair trade to lift living standards of people throughout the region. Australian correspondent Steve Price tells Mike Hosking Albanese is working closely with Chinese President Xi Jinping to maintain trade. Plus, the unveiling of department store Christmas windows has gone down without a crowd as anti-war protestors disrupted the tradition. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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12:11

Commentary Box: All Blacks V France, Jake Paul beats...

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2024/11/17

The All Blacks suffered a narrow defeat to France, their third straight loss to Les Bleus. Jake Paul has beaten former world heavyweight champion Mike Tyson in a unanimous decision. And, the All Whites recorded their biggest win in 20 years, taking Vanuatu down 8-1 in the World Cup qualifier in Hamilton. Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt join Mike Hosking for the Commentary Box. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:51

David Seymour: Associate Education Minister on...

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2024/11/17

An education provider has “significant concerns” about the charter school application process. Operator Education 710+ is asking for a formal review of the process, believing the system is worse now than it was before. Associate Education Minister David Seymour tells Mike Hosking there were always going to be people who were disappointed, due to 78 applications for new charter schools where there is only budget for 15. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:30

Warren Quirke: Small Passenger Service Association...

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2024/11/17

An Auckland taxi firm has been accused of exorbitant fares for short trips in metered taxis. A pensioner was charged more than $160 for a journey less than 10km after attending a Coldplay concert. Multiple complaints have been made over the years and Crown Cabs has built a reputation for taking advantage. Small Passenger Service Association Executive Director, Warren Quirke tells Mike Hosking the rule around pricing for independent operators is that a “fee should be agreed prior to the trip

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89:47

Full Show Podcast: 18 November 2024

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/11/17

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 18th of September, this Government were supposed to be dropping consultancy spend, yet it's going up in health. So what do Health NZ say about it? On the eve of the hikoi reaching Parliament David Seymour has some thoughts about meeting the organisers - and speaks out against his detractors, including Dame Jenny Shipley. Guy and Sav cover off the All Blacks vs France, Tim Southee's career and Chris Wood flying under the radar. Get the

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3:36

Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB Political Editor on APEC...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/11/17

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has wrapped up his whirlwind trip to the APEC summit in Peru. At the summit, Luxon met with Chinese President Xi Jinping for the first time. The meeting was one of many bilaterals to take place. Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls tells Mike Hosking the main takeaway for New Zealand is to get face time with international leaders. “The Prime Minister needs to be there to let people know how we can be relevant.” LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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3:34

Dr Richard Sullivan: Health New Zealand Chief...

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2024/11/17

Contractor and consultant spending at Health New Zealand has increased – by $85 million in the financial year to June. The increase comes despite a government directive to cut back. Health New Zealand’s Chief Clinical Officer Dr Richard Sullivan tells Mike Hosking the bulk of the spending increase covers vacancies and gaps in rosters, with focus on delivering clinical care to communities. “We would prefer to have permanent staff [...] but it is the reality of the market at the moment.” LISTEN

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5:32

Richard Arnold: US correspondent on Trump's cabinet...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/11/17

President-elect Donald Trump has quickly begun forming the list of people he wants to serve in his cabinet. Cabinet comprises of at least 16 positions – the Vice President and head of 15 executive departments. US correspondent Richard Arnold tells Mike Hosking Trump is rolling out names in rapid fire, picking oil industry executive-climate denier Chris Wright as energy secretary and Robert F Kennedy Jr as health and human services secretary. Plus, there is a big pile of trouble for former Mayor of

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3:43

Owen Vaughan: One Roof Editor on popularity of...

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2024/11/17

Churches appear to be hot property on the real estate market. One Roof Editor Owen Vaughan tells Mike Hosking there will always be a market for quirky spaces with a sense of reverence. However, while converted churches are easy to move into, buyers face a battle on older buildings that are yet to be converted into dwellings. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:32

Mark the Week: The Robertson era looks to be a very...

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2024/11/14

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all. The trifecta: 8/10 He got the White House, the other House and the Senate. That is as comprehensive as it gets. The reaction: 7/10 Because people are nuts. Elections always have winners and losers and there is always another election. Social media has shown us how often people forget that. Fonterra: 9/10 Right now it's as good as it gets. $9.50 could become $10, a sale worth

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2:05

Mike's Minute: My thoughts on the chaos in the House

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2024/11/14

If you watched Parliament, as I did yesterday afternoon, you could feel it building. Question Time focused largely on the Treaty Principles Bill. There was a growing angst, Gerry Brownlee the Speaker spent far too much time calling for order, it was low rent, which isn't unheard of, but full of needless aggro. Then came the so-called debate. There were 11 speeches, lead off by architect of the bill David Seymour who spoke, as he has through this whole shambolic process, very eloquently. He was

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3:21

Elliott Smith: Newstalk ZB Rugby Journalist ahead of...

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2024/11/14

It looks to be a still but chilly night as the All Blacks take on France. They’re entering the pitch with two major wins under the belt, after defeating both Ireland and England. Newstalk ZB’s Voice of Rugby Elliott Smith told Mike Hosking that if they get through this week, the pressure valve releases a little. He says there’s a bit of a steely resolve in the team now that they’ve got a couple of wins behind them. “I don’t think they’d want to leave the tour with the old rocks and beach towels over

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10:08

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson:...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/11/14

As the week comes to a close, Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson joined Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that was. They discussed jury duty, clap backs, and what is and isn’t appropriate for the leader of a state-owned company to do in their free time. And, Tim and Kate break out the defence for Producer Sam, who, in Tim’s words, is a prisoner of the Hosking Regime. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:34

Tama Potaka: Conservation Minister on the...

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2024/11/14

The Government's considering charging more for visits to national parks and conservation areas. The Department of Conservation has released two documents for public consultation on modernising conservation. It's seeking feedback on questions like who should pay visitor fees, including both domestic and international tourists. Conservation Minister Tama Potaka told Mike Hosking he understands there will be some concerns. He says there are some people who believe it's their right to go to these places

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89:41

Full Show Podcast: 15 November 2024

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2024/11/14

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 15th of November, former Speaker Sir Lockwood Smith gives his thoughts on the shambles that was the Treaty Principles Bill "debate". Elliott Smith regales us with his experience so far in Paris ahead of the All Blacks match against France. Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson break out the defence for producer Sam, talk jury duty, and what you can do in your free time as someone who runs a state-owned company. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full

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4:35

Lucy Mouland: Senior Performance Auditor on the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/11/14

A new report has found only 1.38% of visas are for skilled residents. The Office of the Auditor-General has been looking into Immigration New Zealand, and says a greater focus needs to be put on attracting skilled residents. Senior Performance Auditor Lucy Mouland told Mike Hosking that if the agency improved its systems, it could give New Zealand a competitive edge internationally. She says skilled residents are the people our country needs to meet future challenges, so more must be done to draw

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2:52

Andrew Horne: Minter Ellison Partner on the new...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/11/14

Insurers are required to ask the right questions and not leave it up to policy holders. New legislation has been designed to modernise outdated insurance laws, helping protect consumers and provide certainty for insurers. A Bill has passed its Third Reading in the House. Andrew Horne, a partner at law firm Minter Ellison, told Mike Hosking people won't need to predict the future when it comes to the risks facing their properties. He says it’s good for consumers, as they won’t have to put themselves

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2:35

Sir Lockwood Smith: Former Speaker of the House on...

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2024/11/14

A former Parliamentary Speaker says standards of the House have slipped in recent years. During debate around ACT's Treaty Principles Bill, Labour's Willie Jackson called David Seymour a liar, while Te Pati Māori co-leader Rawiri Waititi compared the party to the KKK. Former Speaker of the House, Sir Lockwood Smith told Mike Hosking that this is “as bad as he's ever seen the House”. He said it was “really sad” to see Parliament. “The whole standard of the place has been lowered in recent years

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4:46

Jake Lilley: Fincap Senior Policy Advisor on the...

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2024/11/14

A financial policy advisor says he's sceptical IRD's student debt crackdown will work. The agency's engaged debt collectors to secure more than $2 billion of outstanding student loans from people who have moved overseas. Fincap Senior Policy Adviser Jake Lilley told Mike Hosking those with large student loans shouldn't be expected to pay it back on the spot. He says if people don't have the money, it's never going to get paid, and those being chased down should talk to their creditors. He says

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6:08

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the response to...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/11/14

Donald Trump's latest nomination for roles in his Cabinet has drawn shock from some Republicans. He's nominated Congressman Matt Gaetz to be his Attorney General. Gaetz has previously been investigated over allegations of sexual misconduct. US correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking it's causing backlash. He says multiple Republicans are scathing about their colleague — with one reportedly using a swear word when he found out. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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