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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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5:47

Donald Trump Promises Retribution For His Enemies

Holiday Breakfast ·

2023/12/26

Donald Trump has given his own version of a Christmas message, but it wasn't your typical season's greetings. The former US President spent Christmas Eve and Christmas Day writing messages on social media, repeating his claims there was interference in the 2020 Presidential election. He also promised retribution on his enemies, if he's elected next year. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Tim Dower it comes ahead of a key part of the US electoral cycle. He says voting in the Republican Primary

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3:49

Lee Samphier: Operation Neptune Restarts To Promote...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2023/12/25

Boating safety's in the spotlight in the Waikato. The regional council's Operation Neptune programme restarts today, to ensure those on the water are following safety regulations. Last year 131 infringement notices were issued, as well as 27 formal warnings and 24 verbal warnings. Waikato Deputy Regional Harbourmaster, Lee Samphier told Tim Dower the influx of new boaties without a lot of base knowledge, has the potential to cause problems. He says they want to make sure people have an understanding

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6:54

EU Warning of 'Huge Risk' Of Terrorist Attacks Over...

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2023/12/25

The European Union is warning of a 'huge risk' of terrorist attacks over this Christmas period. It says the polarisation in society caused by the conflict between Israel and Hamas, is increasing the risk of violence. Europe Correspondent Catherine Field told Tim Dower the EU's acknowledged security threats may continue into New Years. She says officials are concerned for that period as there's more people outside, in bars, and going into public areas. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for

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5:09

Tim King: Summer With The Mayors

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2023/12/25

Tim Dower continues Summer With The Mayors, This week heading to the Tasman District to speak to Mayor Tim King. King and Dower discuss museums shops and landscapes and what Tasman has to offer people visiting or living there. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:28

David Seymour: From The Campaign Trail To Government

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2023/12/25

David Seymour is celebrating a bumper 2023. The Act Party leader and Minister of Regulation says he's proud of the campaign he ran and is looking forward to working with two other coalition parties next year. He says he was delighted to meet so many people and check out so many businesses on the campaign trail. Seymour told Tim Dower Act broke ground in ways it hadn't before. He says Brooke Van Velden's win in Tamaki was amazing and even better than he expected. LISTEN ABOVESee

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8:19

Kelsi Porter: "It's Amazing" To Have Him Home Says...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2023/12/25

A 6 year-old Hamilton boy has received the lifesaving gift of a new heart. Chase Porter was born with a heart muscle problem called dilated cardiomyopathy, and barth syndrome which caused an enlarged and weakened heart. Chase's Mum spoke to Tim Dower this morning and said that "it's not something that we could have imagined months ago". She said that the family have accommodation by the hospital and that he was able to spend some time there on Christmas Day. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener

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5:04

Sarah Ferguson Spotted With Royal Family For Christmas

Holiday Breakfast ·

2023/12/25

Sarah Ferguson has joined members of the royal family for their traditional Christmas Day outing, alongside ex-husband Prince Andrew. Ferguson has not appeared at the walk since the early 1990s, when the pair split. UK correspondent Enda Brady told Tim Dower the surprise appearance is likely because of Prince Phillip's death. He says Philip didn't want her near those functions, but King Charles seems more charitable. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:07

Auckland Cllr: Residents Need To 'Lighten up' Amid...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2023/12/21

An Auckland Councillor says residents need to lighten up, amid complaints of street vendors at the famous Franklin Road Christmas Lights. People selling balloons, Christmas lights and food have been accused of ruining the fun by residents. But councillor Mike Lee says it's not the council's job to move people along. He told Tim Dower, they're simply trying to make some extra money for their family this Christmas. Lee says it's a testament to the success of the event. LISTEN ABOVESee

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5:56

Greg Allnut: AI Finds Out What Business Leaders...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2023/12/21

Artificial Intelligence has found what business leaders struggle with most. Canterbury-based company Pivot and Pace, used artificial intelligence to trawl though data from 75 New Zealand businesses. Partner, Greg Allnutt told Tim Dower staff capacity is a major worry. He says it's easy to know what to do, but it's different to actually prioritise time and capability, to solve it. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:41

Logan Church: TVNZ US Correspondent on the Colorado...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2023/12/20

The Colorado Supreme Court has ruled Donald Trump is not an eligible presidential candidate in the state, wiping his name from the ballot for its primary elections. That's due to his involvement with the attempted Capitol insurrection in January 2021. TVNZ US Correspondent Logan Church told Tim Dower that Colorado is not a state Donald Trump needs, or one that he's captured in the past. But it sets a dangerous precedent and he won't want more states to follow its lead. LISTEN ABOVE See

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2:58

Letitia Harding: Asthma Foundation CEO warns people...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2023/12/20

The El Nino weather pattern is expected to bring more than just hot weather this summer, with experts warning worsened effects of hay-fever are likely. The dry heat will see more airborne pollen and allergens. Asthma Foundation CEO Letitia Harding told Tim Dower that those who experience hay-fever and asthma should take necessary precautions. She is reminding sufferers to have medication handy, and those with asthma not to forget their inhalers. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for

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4:51

Weston Kirton: Ruapehu Mayor urges holiday-makers to...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2023/12/20

Travellers are being urged not to avoid King Country on their holiday road trips, with the mayor reminding people it's more than just a winter destination. Ruapehu mayor Weston Kirton says the district has plenty of enjoyable summertime activities. He told Tim Dower that he recommends a guided rail cart experience, where visitors travel along 142 kilometres of rail track on modified golf carts. He says it's the perfect way to experience the volcanic plateau. LISTEN ABOVE See

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5:59

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the Brightline...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2023/12/20

Landlords are one of the winners from the Government's mini-Budget. Finance Minister Nicola Willis has unveiled $7.5 billion worth of cuts and savings, which she calls a down payment on tax cut plans. She has also confirmed the Brightline test will be brought back to two years, effective from July next year. Willis told Tim Dower that the current ten-year time frame isn't right and hasn't helped our housing challenges. She says we need landlords delivering housing services, and they don't want

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3:04

Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on the European Union...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2023/12/20

The Italian Government is celebrating as the European Union has agreed to investigate reforming laws to manage migration. The country's right-wing government campaigned on slashing the number of migrants entering the country. Many arrive from North Africa by boat, crossing the Mediterranean Sea. Newstalk ZB Italian Correspondent Jo McKenna says that while some have called the plan cruel, new regulations will help manage migratory flows. She says more than 150,000 migrants entered Italy just

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2:54

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on inflation dropping to...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2023/12/20

UK inflation plunged in November to 3.9%, its lowest rate in more than two years. It was at 4.6% in October. UK Correspondent Rod Liddle says it puts Britain in a better position than many other countries in the European Union. He told Tim Dower that it's also a major bonus for the Government. Liddle says improving how much money people have in their pockets remains virtually the last hope for the Conservatives to win the next election. World shares have risen to their highest levels since

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5:18

Grant Robertson: Former Finance Minister on Nicola...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2023/12/20

The former Finance Minister says we need less hyperbole from his successor and more about what she plans to do. Finance Minister Nicola Willis has accused Labour of economic and fiscal vandalism on the back of Treasury's half-yearly economic and fiscal update. The butt of much of her criticism is Labour's Finance spokesperson Grant Robertson. He told Tim Dower that international ratings agencies have consistently reported in recent years that our economy has been well run in difficult

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4:52

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the war in the...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2023/12/20

Oil prices are once again a concern as the conflict in the Middle East continues. The United States has announced a multi-national force to protect tankers travelling through the Red Sea. US Correspondent Richard Arnold says about 12% of world trade goes through this route. He says many tankers are being forced to take a longer route to avoid being targeted. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:24

Alex Turnbull: Rhythm and Alps founder on their...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2023/12/19

Rhythm and Alps has had its special liquor licence approved, despite a request from Police and Health authorities to restrict the amount of alcohol served. People are able to buy four drinks at a time at the South Island festival, which the founder says is the status quo. Alex Turnbull told Tim Dower that they want to treat people like adults and don't want to create angst and anger in a crowd. He says they haven't had any issues with serving four drinks in the past and they have systems in

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3:07

Sophie Trigger: Newstalk ZB Political Reporter on...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2023/12/19

Solidifying the Prime Ministerial relationship will be top of the agenda for Chris Luxon when he touches down in Australia this morning. The Prime Minister is making his way over the Tasman to Sydney to meet with his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese. Newstalk ZB Political reporter Sophie Trigger told Tim Dower that Albanese got on famously with his predecessors Dame Jacinda Ardern and Chris Hipkins. She says Luxon will be wanting to send a message to say despite the shift in government,

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6:51

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist ahead of...

Holiday Breakfast ·

2023/12/19

There's been a lot of downplaying of expectations ahead of this afternoon's much-anticipated mini budget. Finance Minister Nicola Willis will have her moment in the sun at 1pm. Infometrics Chief Executive and Principal Economist Brad Olsen says he expects to get a teaser about some changes, but not the full details yet. He says mini budgets often focus on the first hundred days, giving the Treasury and the wider public sector more time to fully understand what they want to do in

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