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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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6:38

Anna Breman: Reserve Bank Governor on the OCR being...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/18

Our new Reserve Bank Governor says she has full confidence in the people making OCR decisions. The Monetary Policy Committee, chaired by Anna Breman, has decided to keep the OCR unchanged at 2.25% for now. It says while inflation is above the target band, the economy still needs some time to recover. Breman told Mike Hosking the committee will make the best decisions it can, based on the data and forecasts it has access to at the time. She says something might look obvious in retrospect, but they're

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2:08

Mike's Minute: The Labour Party needs to get serious

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/17

As I watch Chris Hipkins, presumably gleefully, mess about with the India Free Trade deal, I'm reminded this is not the Labour Party that did the FTA with China. Hipkins is no Helen Clark and in that is a great sadness. For all those who occasionally contact me and ask of the possibility of a so-called “grand coalition” —a relationship between the Labour and National parties— before you ask, next time look at the way Hipkins plays these games and there is your answer. Even in areas of broad

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6:10

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

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/17

The Reverend Jesse Jackson is being remembered as a leader who served the oppressed, the voiceless, and the overlooked around the world. The famed US civil rights campaigner has died aged 84. In a statement posted to social media his family say he died peacefully surrounded by family. After being mentored by Martin Luther King Junior he went on to become one of the most influential African-American leaders. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking Jackson was a singularly powerful speaker

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3:37

Ratu Mataira: OpenStar Technologies CEO on their...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/17

Kiwi company OpenStar Technologies has taken a serious step forward in the global race towards nuclear fusion. Backed by $35 million in government funding, they’ve successfully levitated a half tonne superconducting magnet, confining a cloud of ultra-hot plasma. It’s a key milestone in recreating the same process that powers the sun – ultimately producing carbon-free energy. CEO Dr Ratu Mataira told Mike Hosking now they’ve proven the engineering can be done, it’s time to push for performance and

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11:01

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

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/17

Today on Politics Wednesday, Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen are back with Mike Hosking to discuss the biggest stories of the week so far. They discussed the details Labour’s seeking from the India Free Trade Agreement, the National Infrastructure Plan and the possibility of tolling the Auckland Harbour Bridge, and the latest political polls. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Full Show Podcast: 18 February 2026

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/17

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 18th of February, the first National Infrastructure Plan has been unveiled, and it’s a sobering read. Minister Chris Bishop joined to unpack the report. Netball NZ's chair Matt Whineray is resigning from the board, along with three other members, in an end to a tumultuous time at the organisation. Ginny Andersen and Mark Mitchell debate the India FTA, tolling the Auckland Harbour Bridge, and the latest polls on Politics Wednesday. Get

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2:33

Mike Jones: BNZ Chief Economist on the expectation...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/17

The new Reserve Bank Governor will deliver her first Monetary Policy Statement today. The central bank's expected to keep the OCR unchanged at 2.25%. It's likely to show when inflation should start easing, and when the economy should recover from last year's downturn. BNZ Chief Economist Mike Jones told Mike Hosking today’s announcement will likely see them swap out the mild easing bias the bank had in November and replace it with a mild tightening bias. He says they believe the Reserve Bank will

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4:46

Chris Bishop: Infrastructure Minister on the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/17

The Infrastructure Minister believes a toll is a fair way of paying for a new Auckland harbour crossing. The Infrastructure Commission’s 30-year plan makes 10 recommendations for what should be prioritised over the next decade, with hospital investment topping the list. The plan suggests the extra crossing in Auckland, tunnel or bridge, gets a $9 toll, but the Government is still weighing up whether the existing bridge should also be tolled. Chris Bishop told Mike Hosking ultimately, roads have to

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5:55

Matt Whineray: Outgoing Netball NZ Chair on the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/17

Outgoing Netball New Zealand chair Matt Whineray regrets the way they communicated with the public during the drawn out Silver Ferns coaching saga. Whineray is ending his eight-year tenure alongside three others at board level. The governing body came under scrutiny last year for their handling of the standing down, and eventual re-instatement, of Dame Noeline Taurua. Whineray told Mike Hosking they had the right intentions. He says they were trying to balance the obligations they have with the need

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2:18

Murray Robertson: Downer Managing Director on the new...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/17

Auckland and Northland are being deemed New Zealand's most vulnerable regions when it comes to infrastructure. The infrastructure Commission has laid out a 30 year plan, with 17 recommendations for how to strengthen our delivery model. Downer Managing Director Murray Robertson believes Auckland and Northland are exposed due to lack of electricity which other infrastructure sectors rely on. He told Mike Hosking power largely comes from hydro in the south, to it's important to try get that

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3:52

Sue Chetwin: Grocery Action Group Chair on food price...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/17

A sharp rise in food inflation could unfortunately be out of our control. Latest Stats NZ data reveals the rate's risen to 4.6% – well up on 4% a month ago. Fruit and vegetable prices have jumped 6.3% in the last year, and meat, poultry, and fish rose by 8.9%. Grocery Action Group Chair Sue Chetwin told Mike Hosking there's been a lot of uncontrollable factors impacting prices, like recent storm damage affecting crops. She says fresh fruit and vegetables should be at their cheapest at this time of

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2:08

Mike's Minute: This court case is outrageously political

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/16

My summation of what we have heard so far in the Judge Aitken case. The “Did I yell at and interrupt and disrupt Winston?" case. Aitken was on the stand, so to speak, yesterday, remembering none of this is criminal. In fact, I would describe it as outrageously political. Judge Aitken shouldn’t be here. No one should. It’s a storm in a judicial teacup. Should she have had a pop at Winston at the Northern Club? Of course not. The incident, much disputed in terms of angst, animosity, and volume, shows

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11:48

Melissa Leong: Australian TV host, food critic, and...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/16

Kiwis love their cooking shows. Once you get past ‘The Chase’, the likes of MasterChef Australia is consistently within the top watched shows, both on TV and online. Recognisable from her four seasons on MasterChef Australia, Melissa Leong has moved on to host Dessert Masters, and is now fronting a new Kiwi cooking show. She’s partnered up with Aimsfield Head Chef Vaughan Mabee for ‘Taste of Art’, a show that pits ten Kiwi chefs against one another, aiming to create visually stunning food. Leong

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3:42

Alex Flint: Body Torque Gym Founder on the review...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/16

Intermittent fasting may not be the magic bullet for weight loss it appeared to be. Researchers analysed 22 global trials and found no clear advantage over standard dietary advice. Weight loss was broadly similar to traditional dieting, and there was no strong evidence of extra metabolic benefits. Body Torque Gym Founder Alex Flint told Mike Hosking intermittent fasting is just a really good method for portion control, but it has a much better marketing department. He says if you can stick to it,

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Full Show Podcast: 17 February 2026

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/16

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 17th of February, Contact Energy CEO Mike Fuge explains why power bills are still high while their profits rise 44%. Hamish Kerr pops in after winning the Supreme Award at the Halbergs last night. And former MasterChef Australia judge Melissa Leong discusses her new show with Kiwi chef Vaughan Mabee. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee

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Melanie Brown: Kiwi Chef and NZ Lamb Ambassador on...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/16

This past weekend marks 144 years since the first shipment of frozen lamb left Port Chalmers for London. It was instrumental in shaping in a food and fibre sector that’s become a backbone of the New Zealand economy – worth $60 billion. The UK remains one of our most important, and premium, markets for lamb. Kiwi Chef and NZ lamb ambassador Melanie Brown told Mike Hosking that like other New Zealand products, including wine, New Zealand lamb is a product people return to regularly. She says they

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4:13

Mike Fuge: Contact Energy CEO on the company...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/16

Strong signs of economic turnaround from the latest half-year results. Energy company Contact, courier company Freightways and dairy producer a2 Milk all announced results yesterday. Contact's recorded a 44% rise in net profit and has gone into a trading halt while it begins a major capital raise to fund more renewable energy projects. CEO Mike Fuge told Mike Hosking the primary reason for the increase in profits is the investments they’ve made and the acquisition of Manawa Energy. He says it’s a

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5:28

Hamish Kerr: Kiwi high jumper on winning the Supreme...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/16

World champion high jumper Hamish Kerr has leapt clear of his fellow Halberg finalists, winning the Supreme Award. He soared above sportswoman victor Zoi Sadowski-Synnott, the Black Ferns sevens team winners, and dominant para-athlete Danielle Aitchison. Dame Valerie Adams and Richie McCaw have been inducted into the sports hall of fame. Hamish Kerr's mentor James Sandilands took out the coach category. Kerr told Mike Hosking it’s a great honour to be put on a trophy with a bunch of absolute Kiwi

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Lisa Hopkins: Business Events Aotearoa CEO on the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/16

There are hopes Auckland's new International Convention Centre will be a huge drawcard for international delegates. A Business Events Industry Aotearoa report reveals the sector delivered $925 million for the economy last year. It shows international delegates here for conferences spent $645 daily on average – higher than holiday visitors. CEO Lisa Hopkins told Mike Hosking they’re in growth mode with the new convention centre coming online. She says they now have a strong suite of convention

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2:46

Carolyn Young: Retail NZ CEO on retail confidence...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/02/16

Small wins for the retail sector, as confidence reaches a two-year high. A report by Retail NZ shows almost 77% of retailers surveyed in the fourth quarter of last year are confident their business will survive the next 12 months. The proportion of retailers with low confidence has almost halved since the third quarter of last year to just 6.6%. Retail NZ CEO Carolyn Young told Mike Hosking businesses are now focusing on making small gains on last year. She says retailers have lowered their levels

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