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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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3:48

Carl Bates: National's lead on the Parliamentary...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/03/05

There’s confidence a Parliamentary inquiry into online safety is on the right track. A Select Committee endorses a social media ban for under 16s and calls for an online regulator and tougher controls on harmful apps and algorithms. National's lead MP on the committee, Carl Bates, says some recommendations mirror moves overseas, while others are unique to New Zealand. He told Mike Hosking transparency around algorithms hasn't been done elsewhere. Bates says the committee recommends the Government

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Mike's Minute: Christopher Luxon vs Barbara Edmonds

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2026/03/04

Is it 1-1? The Prime Minister dug himself a hole over Iran. Barbara Edmonds dug herself a hole in the NZ Herald. As far as holes go, I regard the Luxon hole as slightly less problematic, given the war is not in our direct purview and there is nothing we can do about it. But it does display the ongoing issue the Prime Minister appears to have with many New Zealanders: he doesn’t look like he is confident and he doesn’t tell it like it is. In a world where people who tell it like it is generally

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8:01

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the UK's response to...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/03/04

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says it's special relationship with the US is not dead. US President Donald Trump yesterday described the UK's war effort as disappointing and Starmer was 'no Winston Churchill'. US and Israeli forces have bombed more than 2000 targets and killed close to 800 people in Iran since first launching attacks on Saturday. UK Correspondent Rod Liddle told Mike Hosking it’s difficult for Starmer because this is the one area where he was successful in treading the line between

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Full Show Podcast: 05 March 2026

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2026/03/04

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 5th of March, our exports are booming but at the same time, therisk of an extremist attack on NZ soil is rising, NZSIS is warning. NZ Rugby Chair David Kirk pops into studio after Dave Rennie was named as the new All Blacks coach. Warriors Coach Andrew Webster explains why it's our year as we kick off our NRL season against the Roosters Friday night. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or

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3:28

Andrew Hampton: NZSIS Director-General on the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/03/04

A warning an attack similar to the Bondi Beach shooting could feasibly happen on New Zealand soil. The Government's intelligence agencies have told a Parliamentary Select Committee the attack helped to feed extremist views. Fifteen people were fatally shot in the December attack on a Jewish celebration in Australia's Sydney, with others wounded. NZSIS Director-General Andrew Hampton says anti-Semitism and Islamophobia are diseases. He told Mike Hosking they’re seeing increased polarisation in

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9:16

Andrew Webster: Warriors Coach ahead of their first...

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2026/03/04

Cautious optimism from Warriors league coach Andrew Webster that his side can make another NRL leap this year. They start their campaign tomorrow against the Sydney Roosters at Mount Smart without co-captain Mitch Barnett and halfback Luke Metcalf, as both are returning from knee injuries. Webster told Mike Hosking that last year's opening match serves as a reminder of over evaluating a pre-season. He says they’re comfortable where they are, but until you get punched in the face round one, you don’t

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3:27

Kelly Eckhold: Westpac Senior Economist on the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/03/04

New Zealand's economic recovery could be put at risk by disruption in the Strait of Hormuz. Westpac modelling shows if it was to stay closed for a month, it would put inflation over 4% and knock half a percent off GDP. Senior Economist Kelly Eckhold told Mike Hosking we're much more vulnerable than Australia when it comes to energy. He says we only have a few weeks of key petroleum products sitting in the tanks, and after that we’re relying on boats turning up to meet our needs. LISTEN ABOVE See

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3:27

Sir Brian Roche: Public Service Commissioner on the...

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2026/03/04

The Public Service Commissioner is bewildered as pay talks with primary teachers drag on. Their union —the NZEI— has turned to the Employment Relations Authority after three days of talks failed to resolve disputes over cost-of-living increases and recognition for major curriculum changes. The union's rejected three offers, with teachers missing out on around $50 extra per week since January. Sir Brian Roche told Mike Hosking it's disappointing teachers don't know the details of each offer. He says

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3:33

Katherine Rich: Business NZ CEO on exports rising to...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/03/04

New Zealand’s exports are booming, driven by rising global demand for food. New trade figures show exports surged to $29.2 billion dollars in the December quarter – up $2.2 billion on a year earlier. Two-way trade also leapt to just over $61 billion. Business NZ CEO Katherine Rich told Mike Hosking the country produces enough food to feed around 50 million people. She says these products need to be sold for the highest value possible, which is what we're seeing for meat. LISTEN ABOVE See

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10:26

David Kirk: NZ Rugby Chair on the appointment of Dave...

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2026/03/04

After weeks of deliberation, the new All Blacks head coach has been named. Dave Rennie is succeeding Scott Robertson in the role, beating out the other top contender, Jamie Joseph. Rennie's first test at the helm will be in the July series against France, Italy, and Ireland, but his assistants have still yet to be named. NZ Rugby Chair David Kirk told Mike Hosking that the panel spent hours discussing the merits of the two candidates, and were very rigorous and analytical in discussing their

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2:24

Mike's Minute: This is where Labour and Hipkins have...

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2026/03/03

If you ever want an example of why Chris Hipkins is not going to be the next Prime Minister, watch Question Time yesterday. He has made a twofold mistake. Mistake number one is being a Labour MP obsessed with esoteric, wonky subjects like United Nations treaties and charters. The second mistake is being obsessed with making a global issue all about New Zealand, when in reality we have nothing to do with it. The Prime Minister has kind of got trapped by it as well. The reality is the attack on Iran

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5:08

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the continuing...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/03/03

President Donald Trump says "just about everything" in Iran has "been knocked out". He's spoken from the White House alongside the German Chancellor who is visiting. New strikes have been targeting Iranian leadership after claims the first wave killed 48 of its highest ranking officials, including the Supreme Leader. Trump says Iran now has no navy, air force, or air detection. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking Trump has yet to make a formal statement to the American people, or

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3:45

Andy Bowley: Forsyth Barr Head of Research on the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/03/03

Air New Zealand’s reset just got a lot more urgent. Things could deteriorate faster for the airline amid instability in the Middle East. Morningstar Research is now forecasting a $125 million pre-tax loss this year following a $59 million loss in the first half of the year. Forsyth Barr Head of Research Andy Bowley told Mike Hosking there’s little disagreement that the second half of the year will be similar or worse, the concerning aspect is how bad it could be. LISTEN ABOVE See

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10:05

Pollies: Labour's Ginny Andersen and National's Mark...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/03/03

Today on Politics Wednesday, Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen delve into the situation in the Middle East - what are the next steps for Kiwis stuck there? And Ginny explains Labour's firm stance on the illegality of the US and Israel's actions in Iran. Plus, they discuss the Government's books and Labour's pledge to restore the pay equity scheme. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Full Show Podcast: 04 March 2026

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2026/03/03

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 4th of March, the tourism sector is a major force, with spending and jobs both rising. Minister of Foreign Affairs Winston Peters speaks on meeting Javier Milei in Argentina and his thoughts on the situation in Iran and criticism from Helen Clark and Phil Goff. Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen talk about Kiwis stuck in the Middle East and balancing the books on Politics Wednesday. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every

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8:14

Steve Price: Australia Correspondent on the demise of...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/03/03

Australia’s highest-paying radio show has come to an explosive end. Sydney’s Kyle and Jackie O Show has collapsed after Kyle Sandilands reamed out his co-host Jackie ‘O’ Henderson in a seven-minute-long exchange she later described as an attack. It led to the program being taken off-air and Henderson quitting the show, and a 14-day suspension and potential contract termination for Sandilands. Australia Correspondent Steve Price told Mike Hosking the company is probably going to be very happy they

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4:39

Nic Gill: All Blacks Head of Performance on leaving...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/03/03

A change in scale beckons for strength and conditioning guru Nic Gill as he trades the All Blacks for the NFL's Ravens. Gill's leaving after 18 years in the role to take up a newly created position at the Baltimore franchise. He told Mike Hosking that while his work will largely be the same, he'll operate in a money-is-no-obstacle environment. Gill says the facilities are ridiculous and mindblowing – they have everything one could need, and not just one of them, they have ten. He has told the

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2:51

Philip Gregan: NZ Winegrowers CEO on the harvest...

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2026/03/03

Severe weather hasn't put a dampener on the wine industry, who remains optimistic for the year's vintage. Harvesting has begun in most of the country's hotspots, with Northland kicking off the season in late January. It's the earliest harvest yet as the industry adapts to changing weather patterns. New Zealand Winegrowers Chief Executive Philip Gregan it is early, but it’s a continuation of a trend they’ve seen in recent years. He says there’s research currently under way to ensure the vines

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6:44

Winston Peters: Minister of Foreign Affairs on the...

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2026/03/03

Foreign Minister Winston Peters has responded to critics of the Government's position on whether the United States and Israel have acted illegally by attacking Iran, saying the world is facing "new circumstances". He told Newstalk ZB's Mike Hosking this morning that “serious international legal experts” should decide whether their actions were legal - not people who were “not qualified”, including former PM Helen Clark, who has called New Zealand's response "a disgrace". “The rule of law on the

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3:17

Rebecca Ingram: Tourism Industry Aotearoa CEO on...

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2026/03/03

Tourism continues to be a major force in the economy. Stats NZ says it shows tourism spending in New Zealand has hit $46.6 billion, up 3.3% on last year. International visitors spent $18.1 billion – a 7% jump. Tourism Industry Aotearoa CEO Rebecca Ingram told Mike Hosking this set of data runs until March 2025, and there’s been a tremendous amount of effort invested since then. She says they’re anticipating that the data they get next year will be even better. LISTEN ABOVE See

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