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Holiday Breakfast

Don"t miss a thing while you"re on holiday, with Newstalk ZB Holiday Breakfast. We deliver the best in news, views and opinion to keep Kiwis informed and entertained while you"re on the road, at the bach, or relaxing at home.

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3:43

Victoria Arbiter: Royal Commentator on the released...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/04

Disgraced royal, Prince Andrew, has been named in American court papers again showing connections to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The documents have been unsealed in relation to the case of Epstein's partner, Ghislaine Maxwell. The BBC reports Prince Andrew is accused of groping a woman in 2001, something he denies. Royal Commentator, Victoria Arbiter, told Tim Dower that Andrew maintained a friendship with Epstein after he was imprisoned in 2008. She believes the Royal Family will continue to

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5:55

Max White: Fisherman who helped save Will Fransen...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/04

One of the men who rescued a fisherman who spent nearly 24 hours in the water off the Coromandel says he's glad things worked out the way they did. Will Fransen was 30 nautical miles out to sea and had a brush with a shark before the reflection of his wristwatch caught the attention of some fisherman. He says he can't thank his rescuers enough, and hopes to shout them a drink. One of them, Max White told Tim Dower that the feeling is mutual. He says while they've only had a small amount of contact

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10:01

Georgia Lines: Kiwi singer-songwriter on her...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/04

With last year’s release of ‘Monopoly’, kiwi singer-songwriter Georgia Lines’ success continues to grow. She’s made a name for herself both in New Zealand and overseas, a string of gigs over in the States catching the attention of one of America’s biggest booking agencies: Wasserman Music. Lines claimed the Breakthrough Artist award at the 2022 New Zealand Music Awards and was nominated for Best Pop Artist alongside kiwi powerhouses Lorde and Benee. 2023 was also a massive year for the singer,

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10:03

Nicolas Lamperin: ASB Tournament Director on the...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/04

2023 marked the long-awaited return of the ASB Classic, and next year’s event looks like it’ll be bigger and better than ever before. Some of tennis’ biggest names will be playing, with Coco Gauff, Caroline Wozniacki, and Cam Norrie already confirmed to be taking part. ASB Tournament Director Nicolas Lamperin told Tim Dower that they’ve taken everything they learnt from the last tournament to build a plan for the next competition and are in a much better position. He said the response from the

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9:06

Liam Lawson: Kiwi Motorsport driver takes a look back...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/03

Kiwi driver Liam Lawson had a fantastic year in 2023, stepping into Daniel Riccardo’s AlphaTauri seat while the Australian was out with an injured hand. He competed in five races, gaining two championship points for the ninth placing at Singapore. Lawson told Tim Dower that he didn’t expect it to unfold the way it did. He said that while it’s not a set of circumstances he would choose to go in on, with Riccardo injuring his hand, you have to take every opportunity you can. LISTEN ABOVE See

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10:42

Peter Beck: Rocket Lab CEO on New Zealand's growing...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/03

No longer flightless, Kiwis are taking to the stars as New Zealand’s space sector continues to grow. Rocket Lab in particular had a busy year, with a total of ten missions launching in 2023. While rockets tend to steal the show, Rocket Lab CEO Peter Beck told Tim Dower that 2023 was a major year for satellites, with two thirds of their business being in space systems. Beck told Dower that they’re one of three space grade solar cell providers in the world, and as a result, they get to do some

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4:51

Summer with the Mayors: Waitame District Mayor Craig...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/03

Only a couple hours' drive from Mount Cook is Waimate, home to wallabies, the rocky coast, and native bush. The district has beautiful campsites on the shores of Lake Aviemore, the perfect place to spend a day, the night, or even the whole summer. Waimate District mayor, Craig Rowley, told Tim Dower that they’ve seen a real resurgence in rural New Zealand, as kiwis from across the country look for a different lifestyle. If you’re looking for a quieter, more laidback vibe for your holiday or

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3:40

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the murder of Harry...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/03

A 15-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder in the UK. Harry Pitman was attacked in North London on New Years Eve as he and a group of friends watched the fireworks display. The 16-year-old was stabbed in the neck, dying shortly before midnight. UK Correspondent Rod Liddle told Tim Dower that while it is a horrible story, it is not alone. He said that knife crime in London increased by 50% over the last year, with a total of 21 young people killed by knives in 2023, 14 more than

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4:40

Dr Riley Elliott: Shark Scientist on the message to...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/03

A graphic video showing a pregnant shark being cut open, while still alive, has been circulating the internet. The video shows beachgoers at Christchurch's New Brighton Beach carrying dozens of baby sharks from the mother's stomach back into the ocean. Shark scientist Dr Riley Elliott told Tim Dower that there’s a bigger message here. He said that instead of targeting certain people for certain things, the bigger picture, holistic understanding of nature, of our environment is a bigger lesson to

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2:04

Alistair Gorman: MetService forecaster says that a...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/03

A wet end to the week for some could lead into a weekend of nice weather. A wet front is making its way through the country this week. But MetService forecaster Alistair Gorman told Tim Dower that there's a chance Kiwis will enjoy some sunshine over the weekend. He says although there may be the odd summer shower, we can expect more settled weather. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:56

Mitch McCann: Newshub US Correspondent on Donald...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/03

Donald Trump is hitting back after Maine's Secretary of State ruled to strike the former president's name off the ballot. Trump has challenged the ruling, which would see him ineligible as a candidate in the state's primary elections due to his involvement in the attempted insurrection on January 6, 2022. Newshub US Correspondent Mitch Mccan told Tim Dower that his legal team are labelling it politically motivated. He says they're blaming the fact that Maine's Secretary of State is a

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3:43

Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on the outcry after a...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/03

There’s political outcry in Italy after a man was injured by a gun owned by a government minister at a New Years eve party. Lawmaker Emanuele Pozzolo is a member of Italy's far right Government, and says although he did not fire the shot, he does own the firearm. The victim was taken to hospital with what is being described as light injuries to his leg. Newstalk ZB Italy Correspondent Jo McKenna told Tim Dower that some political opponents aren't impressed. She says the Government is being

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7:20

Brent Slater: Property Developer on the "unworkable"...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/03

A Wellington property developer is calling on the Government to slash red tape after he was forced to pull the pin on a housing development due to unworkable regulations. Brent Slater says compliance costs and rules around retaining wall specifications drove the build cost to almost $10 thousand per square-meter. Slater told Tim Dower that governments and councils need to better support developers. He says in 30 years of building, this is the first time he's had to pull the plug as its simply

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4:36

Daniel Gerrard: Water Safety NZ CEO says behavioural...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/03

Water Safety New Zealand says behavioural change experts are needed to help bring our drowning figures down. Provisional figures show 90 preventable drownings last year, down slightly on the 94 in 2022 but still higher than the 10-year average of 82. More than 80% are male, and 58% are over the age of 45. Chief Executive Daniel Gerrard told Tim Dower that it's about trying to get the message through to people in that group. He says using whanau as tool and talking about the impact on them if you

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6:27

Murray Olds: Australian Correspondent on the findings...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/02

An interim report was released yesterday looking into the factors involved in last year’s Sea World helicopter crash. Four people were killed and nine were injured in the mid-air collision when a departing helicopter's rotors collided with another coming into land near the theme park. The interim report found the departing pilot, who died in the crash, had low levels of cocaine in his system. Australian Correspondent Murray Olds told Tim Dower that it would not have been taken in the 24 hours

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4:26

Summer with the Mayors: Queenstown Lakes Mayor Glyn...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/02

Those looking for a quick trip down to Queenstown this summer may be left disappointed as beds have already filled up for the season. The region is filled with gorgeous scenery, music festivals, and a variety of events and activities for visitors to enjoy. Queenstown Lakes Mayor Glyn Lewers joined Tim Dower on the ZB’s Summer Breakfast for a rundown of what the region has to offer. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:42

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the New Years...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/02

Three are dead and nine injured after a fiery crash in Rochester New York, in the very first moments of the New Year. The FBI were called in to investigate the incident in which an SUV driver was reported to be driving at speed directly towards a pedestrian crossing. The SUV then hit a smaller vehicle, killing both passengers. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Tim Dower that thus far, no evidence of an ideology or implications of terrorism have been discovered. However, he said, they have

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3:23

Fiona Gordon: Te Āpiti-Manawatu Gorge Governance...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/02

The vandalism of a piece of art on a Manawatu Gorge hiking trail has caused a surge of anger in the community. Whatonga —a six-metre-tall steel statue on the Tawa Loop Track— has had its phallus removed with steel cutting equipment last Saturday night. Local iwi Rangitāne say they are extremely disappointed with the disrespectful act on one of the region's most iconic landmarks. Te Āpiti-Manawatu Gorge Governance Group Chair Fiona Gordon says it appears to be pre-meditated, and they want the

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3:15

Caroline Perry: Brake NZ Advocacy Director on the...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/02

The holiday road toll is down from last year. An advocacy group says there's still a long way to go, with 19 people confirmed dead on our roads between December 22nd and 6am today, January 3rd. Last year's holiday road deaths sat at 21. Brake NZ advocacy director, Caroline Perry, told Tim Dower that we are starting to see some improvements, including median barriers and safer speed limits. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:14

Sue Chetwin: Former Consumer NZ CEO on the new lobby...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2024/01/02

A consumer advocate's vowing to hold the Grocery Commissioner's feet to the fire on a shakeup to the supermarket duopoly. A new lobby group's being formed, driven by the former Consumer New Zealand Chief Executive, Sue Chetwin. It comes after struggles with The Warehouse supply of Weetbix and the fall of potential third player, Supie. Chetwin wants to see action happening faster, telling Tim Dower that the Commerce Commission's found we aren't being treated fairly when we shop at the

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