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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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2:54

Shannon Barlow: Frog Recruitment Managing Director on...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/11

Do working parents need more sick leave? The conversation has arisen again, Frog Recruitment polling more than 1,700 office workers, 969 of which were working parents, to find out. The poll revealed that 625 are coming to work sick after running out of leave, and 46% of parents use their own sick leave to stay at home with an ill child. Frog Recruitment Managing Director Shannon Barlow told Mike Hosking that businesses don’t necessarily need to allocate more than ten days of sick leave, but

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2:59

Peter Nation: Fieldays CEO on the opening of Fieldays...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/11

It's a fine start for the first day of Fieldays 2024 at Hamilton's Mystery Creek. The agricultural event is the biggest in Australasia and more than 100,000 people are expected over the four days. MetService is predicting fine weather for the event for the next two days, with possible showers on Friday and Saturday. Fieldays CEO Peter Nation told Mike Hosking that this is one of the biggest international contingents he’s seen. He said that the exhibitors have really fronted up again this year,

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Full Show Podcast: 12 June 2024

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/11

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 12th of June, we talked to the farmers about the Government’s choice to take agriculture out of the Emissions Trading Scheme. Bring on Fieldays 2024! Such a good event, so we needed to get down there for a talk about how it's going to go over the next three days. Ginny Andersen and Mark Mitchell looked at the missing man and his kids, the investigation into the Te Kuiti baby death, and the housing supplement funds for MPs. Get the Mike

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10:52

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

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/11

Family members of the missing Marokopa man and his children are hoping Police's increased efforts make a difference. For two weeks Police are offering an $80 thousand reward for information and will consider giving immunity to people assisting him. The now eight, nine, and ten year olds, along with Tom Phillips, have been missing since 2021 and are believed to be in western Waikato. Police Minister Mark Mitchell told Mike Hosking that they’ve increased the reward because they want to generate

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6:56

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the verdict of...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/11

Another legal first in the United States as Hunter Biden's found guilty of three criminal gun offences. It's the first time the child of a sitting President's been found guilty of a crime, and comes only weeks after Donald Trump made history as the first former President with a criminal conviction. The younger Biden could face up to 25 years in prison. US correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking that Joe Biden issued a statement immediately after the verdict. He says Biden stands by his son

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2:22

Judith Collins: Defence Minister on the NZ Defence...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/11

The Government says sending troops to South Korea is good for their training. New Zealand is sending 41 Defence Force personnel as part of the United Nations Command. Defence Minister Judith Collins says they are mostly younger, less experienced members. She told Mike Hosking that it's a good chance for those with a couple of years' service to work with other nations. Collins says we're one of several other countries involved, so it's good for them to understand how we work with other

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3:01

Campbell Parker: Dairy NZ CEO on the Government...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/11

Dairy NZ's welcoming the Government's decision to keep agriculture out of the Emissions Trading Scheme. A law change will stop farming being charged through the scheme, which offsets credits against emitting. It's also disestablished He Waka Eke Noa and plans to replace it with a new group tasked with tackling methane emissions from farming. Dairy NZ chief executive Campbell Parker told Mike Hosking that they're looking forward to having more precise emission targets. He says when farmers get

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6:35

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the UK general...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/10

Rishi Sunak is struggling to recover after his blunder during the D-Day commemorations. The Prime Minister left the commemorations early, deciding to return home to continue his election campaign instead of joining other world leaders to pay their respects. He’s apologised for the decision, saying that “on reflection, that was a mistake and I apologise.” UK Correspondent Rod Liddle told Mike Hosking that for a period of time over Saturday morning into Sunday afternoon, it looked like he might be

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3:53

James Fuller: Hnry CEO on the six policies sole...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/10

Sole trader confidence in the government's slipped after the announcement of the fortnightly $20 tax credit. Accountancy service Hnry's most recent report reveals 44% think they'll be worse off with the government's promises. They've come up with six policies they would support instead, such as lower tax rates for high demand professions. CEO James Fuller says sole traders aren't looking for handouts. He says sole traders just want to be heard and recognised as there's 400,000 of them and they

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88:57

Full Show Podcast: 11 June 2024

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/10

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 11th of June, we looked at the Chinese Premier’s upcoming visit to our shores and discussed this and more with the Prime Minister. Mike looked at the MPs who are taking the accommodation supplement in Wellington, and whether this passes the pub test or not. Infamous comedian Chelsea Handler talked cancel culture, her new residency in Vegas, and skiing naked. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on

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1:54

Mike's Minute: Are these tribunal hearings value for...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/10

Once again we ask the question: who is paying for the Waitangi Tribunal? How much of it is what you would loosely call value for money? There is a new urgent hearing this week. It is to do with the new Government's promise to have non-Māori Government departments use English for their name. Think the NZTA and the Ministry of Education. The argument brought forward by a Tauranga iwi is this does harm to te reo. A small irony so far, is it doesn't seem to many that the instruction had been sent

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3:15

Rod Gabb: Epsom Community Patrol Leader on their need...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/10

An Auckland community patrol is seeking more funding amidst ongoing crime and demand. Epsom Community Patrol is putting out the plea, along with asking more locals to volunteer for patrols seven days a week. Patrol Leader Rod Gabb says central Epsom is particularly rife with crime, which can't be reduced without a collective effort. He told Mike Hosking that a report from the Onehunga station said that crime in Epsom was down 10% month on month, and while he wouldn’t say it’s totally due to

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3:20

Andy England: Darfield High School Principal on...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/10

School attendance is consistently falling short of Ministry of Education benchmarks. Attendance hasn't surpassed 85% since May 15th, meanwhile Friday attendance hasn't exceeded 83% all year. Only 15% of students last year reached the benchmark of being in class more than 90% of the time. Canterbury's Darfield High School Principal Andy England told Mike Hosking that trade academies operating on a Friday have nearly 100% attendance. He says the trades academies are clear you have to be there

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3:51

Catherine Field: France Correspondent on President...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/10

The far right has more seats in European Parliament, but the centre remains in control. French President Emmanuel Macron has dissolved parliament and called a snap election after a defeat to Marine Le Pen's National Rally in the EU elections. Far right gains were also seen in Italy and Germany. France correspondent Catherine Field told Mike Hosking that all eyes are on France, a major player in Europe. She says it's central to the European Union and it's in turmoil politically. Catherine

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11:54

Chelsea Handler: US Comedian on her career, the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/10

Another of America’s most prolific comedians, Chelsea Handler has had quite the extensive career. She not only hosted her own late-night comedy show on E!, she’s also had a couple of Netflix shows, performed countless standup shows, hosted her own podcast, and written a number of books. She’s bringing her comedy tour ‘Little Big B****’ to New Zealand shores for a couple of days this coming July, the show already on the road. “It’s going pretty well,” Handler told Newstalk ZB’s Mike Hosking. “So,

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2:34

Alistair Crozier: New Zealand China Council Executive...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/10

The New Zealand China Council says the trade relationship between the two countries still has huge potential. Chinese Premier Li Qiang will arrive to meet the Prime Minister in Wellington this week. Two-way trade between the countries was worth nearly $38 billion last year. Executive Director Alistair Crozier told Mike Hosking that trading opportunities will continue to grow. He says despite some Covid related speed wobbles, it's predicted China's middle class will double from 400 million to 800

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10:15

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister discusses the Te...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/10

The Prime Minister says he wants to ensure there's trust and confidence in public institutions. Christopher Luxon's announced the Public Service Commission will investigate allegations of data misuse by Te Pāti Māori at Manurewa Marae. The Privacy Commissioner, Electoral Commission, Police, and Stats NZ are already investigating. Luxon told Mike Hosking that it's about having an all of Government response. He says he wants to know if the agencies did the right thing in managing conflicts and

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6:34

Steve Price: Australia Correspondent on former...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/09

Former Victorian premier Daniel Andrews has been awarded the highest honour – the Companion of the Order of Australia this Australian King’s Birthday. Andrews has been recognised for his service to the people and Parliament of Victoria, public health, policy and regulatory reform, and infrastructure development. Australia Correspondent Steve Price told Mike Hosking “There will be a lot of angry people.” Price said “It’s supposed to be awarded by an independent body, but it has the Labour

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2:36

Cameron George: Warriors CEO on bid to play in Las...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/09

The Warriors may play their 2025 NRL season-opener at Las Vegas, as the NRL courts US sports fans. The Manly Sea Eagles, South Sydney Rabbitohs, Sydney Roosters and Brisbane Broncos - opened the current season at Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium, in March, the first of a five-year commitment. Warrior CEO Cameron George told Mike Hosking “There’s a big chance, but we’re not confirmed.” George said “We’re an away team, which impacts on our home game schedule – that's non-negotiable.” LISTEN ABOVE. See

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5:49

David Seymour: Act Party Leader on 15 percent goal...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2024/06/09

Act party leader David Seymour believes that Act can get at least 15 percent of the vote in the next general election. Seymour set the target while speaking at their annual rally in Auckland. David Seymour told Mike Hosking “You’ve got to find a balance of being a constructive partner – but also show you can make a real difference.” Seymour said “We have a government that’s slashing red tape – but the government has not gone as far as Act would go.” LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for

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