Podcast Episodes

Martin Hawes: "No incentive for self-employed people to join KiwiSaver"

The Government is increasing the default KiwiSaver contributions for employees and employers, while halving their own contributions. 

Employee and em…

1 year, 2 months ago

Kyle MacDonald: We need better allocation of mental health funding

A range of governments have flip flopped on mental health funding for years. 

No matter how much is put into the sector, it always seems to end up in…

1 year, 2 months ago

Adam Pearse: One week left for Peters in the Deputy PM seat

It's been a big week in politics - we're still managing the aftershocks from the Budget on Thursday. 

It's also Winston Peters' final week as Deputy …

1 year, 2 months ago

Michael Littlewood: Pensions should never be means tested

The Budget didn't bring any changes to the pension - but Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has doubled down on his support for raising the age. 

Luxon…

1 year, 2 months ago

The Panel with Brad Olsen & Wilhelmina Shrimpton: Budget talks, Te Pati Maori MPs punishment

This week on The Panel, Tim Beveridge is joined by Brad Olsen and Wilhelmina Shrimpton to discuss changes to Kiwisaver and Jobseeker benefits from th…

1 year, 2 months ago

"Where do we draw the line?": Expert says foreign buyer policies and golden visas need consideration

Data shows New Zealand could be losing out on foreign capital with uncertainty around residential property rules for overseas buyers. 

So what are th…

1 year, 2 months ago

Dharshana Ponnampalam: How to deal with a child's mental health struggles

How much is social media affecting children's mental health?

When does a child need counselling services, and how do you approach a discussion about …

1 year, 2 months ago

Are we doing enough for our hearts?

Our heart might just be the unsung hero of our health ... but do we only pay attention to it when it's too late? 

So many of us will know someone, or…

1 year, 2 months ago

Stuart Nash & Jordan Williams: What does the budget need to deliver?

The Government's budget will be announced this coming Thursday. 

Taxpayers Union Director Jordan Williams and former Police Minister Stuart Nash join…

1 year, 2 months ago

Sara Chatwin: Parents have to have the hard conversations around weight

A nine year old boy was told he's too fat to play rugby this week, sparking a major debate. 

But really, kids do tend to grow out before up - so when…

1 year, 2 months ago