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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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Phil O'Reilly: On new eligibility and obligations for...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/25

A harsher eligibility criteria and new obligations for emergency housing come into effect today. Now anyone staying for longer than a week, will have to make reasonable efforts to get other housing. Those caught not meeting responsibilities could face a 13 week stand down. Former welfare expert advisory group member Phil O'Reilly told Mike Hosking there's a delicate balance between people needing to be treated well in an emergency - but not milking the system. He says there's always going

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1:20

John Tookey: Construction expert: worries changes to...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/25

A construction expert worries changes to the Fast Track Bill will limit the number of significant projects. Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop yesterday announced Cabinet will recommend changes to the proposed law, to the Environment Select Committee. It includes switching who has the final say from Ministers to an independent panel. AUT Construction Expert John Tookey told Mike Hosking he hopes the panel approves projects other than just what politicians want. He says no government has been

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2:34

Mark the Week: The power crisis is a shambles

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/22

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. Banks: 6/10 Coming to the party. In Britain this week we have seen tangible life hit the housing market after one cut by the Bank of England. Could it happen here? The Prime Minister: 7/10 For giving the councils a reality check. They stand out as almost the sole survivors of the Covid “sting 'em where it hurts” brigade with their bizarre cost-plus-accounting view of life.

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5:06

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the Democratic...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/22

History's in the making in Chicago as the US gears up for its first Asian American and Black female presidential nominee. Vice President Kamala Harris is hours out from formally accepting her nomination for the White House at the Democratic National Convention. She'll also deliver a hotly anticipated pitch to voters. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking it’s been a spirited campaign week for the Dems. He said the question now is if Harris can stick the landing. LISTEN ABOVE See

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2:02

Mike's Minute: The vibe of the economy is turning

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/22

As we end the week can I proffer the idea that there is an intangible starting to bubble as a result of Adrian Orr's big move last week. As far as I can work out every bank has dropped some of their interest rates again. In fact, some have done it multiple times. They have done so, they say, because of the Reserve Bank and because of the wholesale rate. They also said something about being super cool guys who want to help us get head in life. Or words to that effect. They also gave the game

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2:43

Marty Toomey: Winter Games CEO on this year's games...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/22

The Games are afoot! More than 500 athletes from 35 countries are descending on Queenstown from today as the largest snow sports event in the southern hemisphere begins. It’s day one of the 2024 Winter Games, and CEO Marty Toomey told Mike Hosking that the event is worth somewhere in the realm of six to ten million dollars, depending on where you start the count. He said that many athletes coming in and train for a couple of weeks before and after the event, not just the 3-4 they’re competing,

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4:48

Carrie Hurihanganui: Auckland Aiport CEO on the 87%...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/22

Auckland Airport is reporting an 87% increase in annual underlying profit as its post-Covid recovery continues. International traffic is at 91% of pre-Covid levels, with seats on North American routes are up 48%, and visitors from there are up 40-%. The airport now has 27 airlines flying non-stop between Auckland and 42 international destinations. CEO Carrie Hurihanganui told Mike Hosking that plenty of Airlines are still very positive about New Zealand as a destination and a place they want to

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11:25

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

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/22

Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson joined Mike Hosking once more to Wrap the Week that was. They talked Mike’s ventures in wood and metalwork in school, the Repair Shop, and Tim regaled listeners with an expert piano performance. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:50

Stacey Jones: Kiwis Coach on the return of the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/22

The countdown is on in earnest for Stacey Jones, with a date confirmed for his first fixture in charge of the Kiwis. He'll begin his tenure against the Kangaroos in Christchurch on October 27 to open the Pacific Nations Cup - they'll take on Tonga the following week in Auckland. The top two teams will contest a final in Sydney on November 10. Jones told Mike Hosking that Australia will be smarting after their last meeting. He said that their preparation is going to be top notch, and they’ll have

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90:10

Full Show Podcast: 23 August 2024

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/22

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 23rd of August, Sir John Kirwan offers up an explanation as to why Leon McDonald left the All Blacks. Politics aside, the Democratic National Convention has been a huge spectacle and great for their base. And it looks like it's caused a tangible shift in the polls. As part of Wrapping the Week with Tim Wilson and Kate Hawkesby, Tim regales us with his expert performance on piano. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every

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2:40

Sir John Kirwan: All Blacks Great on the shock exit...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/22

All Blacks great Sir John Kirwan says Leon MacDonald’s coaching future will have to be overseas after exiting as the All Blacks assistant coach yesterday. In a shock move, New Zealand Rugby announced MacDonald was stepping down from the role under All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson five tests into the season, and just a week out from their Rugby Championship test against South Africa. “It’s unbelievable...incredible courage I believe on behalf of both of them,” Kirwan told the Mike Hosking

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2:29

Mark Mellman: Democratic Pollster on how long the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/22

Analysts question how long a spike in support for Kamala Harris will last. Today marks the final day of the Democratic National Convention, and when Harris is expected to accept her party's Presidential nomination. Meanwhile, US media reports independent candidate Robert F Kennedy Jr is planning to end his campaign this week and endorse Donald Trump. Democratic pollster Mark Mellman told Mike Hosking the convention will undoubtedly help Harris for now. But he says the country is still

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3:33

Chris Bishop: RMA Reform Minister on the second lot...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/22

A second lot of changes to the Resource Management Act has been announced. It follows the first, which will cut regulation for winter grazing, fresh water, and coal mining. RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop told Mike Hosking his latest announcements are more about the act's underlying architecture. He says he's talking about quick wins around renewable energy, housing, and the way we deal with hazards and long-lived infrastructure. It includes making renewable electricity consents easier and

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1:50

Mike's Minute: We need the full story on the power...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/21

A not unfair question to ask, as we return to the power crisis of 2024, is are we being told the full story? For the third time Tiwai has been asked to reduce power use. Methanex is allegedly in the throes of cutting another deal with the Government over gas. Winston has already announced they are closing. They are not alone. The Major Electricity Users' Group is asking us, all of us, to use less power. So just how bad is this? Who knows how bad it is, and are they not telling us? I read an

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10:29

Grant Dalton: Team NZ CEO ahead of the America's Cup...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/21

There are claims from America's Cup and Team New Zealand CEO Grant Dalton that taking the regatta to Barcelona has already paid off. It comes ahead of racing starting tonight, with the final preliminary regatta leading into the Louis Vuitton Cup starting late next week. The move to ditch Auckland for Spain was highly controversial, but Dalton told Mike Hosking they had a combined audience of 914 million for the 2021 regattas and already they're closing in on that with preliminaries. He says a

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4:22

Simon Thwaites: Silvermoon owner on repurchasing the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/21

There’s a belief jewellery store Silvermoon will shine bright again. Simon Thwaites has bought the business again after selling it in 2017, after the new owner put it into liquidation in March. He's now re-purchased the business with plans to open two physical stores in Christchurch - at Riverside Market this weekend, and The Hub, Hornby, in November. Thwaites told Mike Hosking it was a no brainer to launch a store at Riverside as it's become a focal point for tourists. LISTEN ABOVE See

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90:18

Full Show Podcast: 22 August 2024

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/21

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 22nd of August, Local Government Minister Simeon Brown talks whether the Government would really put a cap on council spending. Is our police force racist? Police Minister Mark Mitchell doesn't think so and says police only deal with those doing the crime. So, what does the Commissioner Andrew Coster think? Team NZ boss Grant Dalton gives us a detailed insight into the team and preparations as the 37th America's Cup gets underway

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3:31

Roger Gray: Ports of Auckland CEO on the decreased in...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/21

The volume of many goods going through our ports is continuing to decline as the economic downturn continues. Port of Auckland has announced a 22% increase in annual underlying profit, allowing it to return a $40 million dividend back to Auckland Council. But that's largely due to a 3% increase in container volumes and 10% increase in full containers. Chief Executive Roger Gray told Mike Hosking there has been a strong decline in construction materials coming in, including cement and steel. He

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2:53

Ruth Shinoda: Head of ERO’s Education Evaluation...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/21

There are calls for less screen time and more conversations with children before they begin school. The Education Review Office research reveals too many children are starting school without knowing how to read and write. More than two-thirds of parents report their child had language difficulties before they started school last year. Head of ERO’s Education Evaluation Centre Ruth Shinoda told Mike Hosking that parents need to limit device use to boost learning. She says language is developed by

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2:15

Phil Barry: Voluntary Heritage Group Convenor on the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/08/21

An advocate says there needs to be a major shakeup of the rules around heritage buildings. Local Government New Zealand President Sam Broughton says current legislation means it's hard to take action on vacant buildings. A remit has been passed at the Local Government New Zealand conference in Wellington, asking for stronger powers. Lower Hutt's Voluntary Heritage Group Convenor Phil Barry told Mike Hosking heritage rules are too tight. He says once a building is on the list, even if it

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