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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Friday the 7th of August 2026, Christopher Luxon floats the idea of a referendum on MMP, Liam Heir Political commentator shares his thoughts on Luxon's bold statement. 

The All Blacks kick off their tour of South Africa Saturday when they take on the Stormers, NZ Herald rugby correspondent Liam Napier tells Ryan what we can expect. 

Labour wants to scrap National's investment boost scheme and replace it with a $1.56 billion package; Business Canterbury CEO Leeann Watson shares her thoughts on if the policy is better for small businesses. 

Plus, UK Correspondent Vincent McAviney has the latest on UEFA doubling down on its threat to boycott Fifa-run competitions and the sister of Meredith Kercher criticising a solo comedy show by Amanda Knox, who was convicted and later acquitted of murdering the British student in Italy in 2007. 

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