Podcast Episodes

How low vaccination rates left NZ exposed to another measles outbreak

New Zealand may be on the cusp of another measles outbreak.

There are ten known cases: One of those cases came from overseas, and the other nine were contracted locally.

Health NZ has said the risk o…

Published on 3 weeks, 5 days ago

Is Labour's new policy a watered down capital gains tax?

Labour has announced what some are describing a “watered down” version of a Capital Gains Tax.

This targeted CGT would affect profit made after July 2027 from selling a commercial or residential prop…

Published on 3 weeks, 6 days ago

New report says politicians should shift drug budget to a health focus

New research suggests our drug laws are stuck in the 70s – and that Kiwis want to see a more health-based approach to tackling the country’s drug issues.

This month marks 50 years since government pa…

Published on 4 weeks ago

How long will spring’s wild winds keep roaring across the country?

New Zealand’s been experiencing some wild weather this week.

Red wind warnings were issued for much of Canterbury, Marlborough, Wellington and southern Wairarapa as at yesterday afternoon.

Flights an…

Published on 1 month ago

Public sector mega strike: up to 100,000 health and education workers walk out

Up to 100-thousand union members across health and education are on strike today.

The action prompted Public Service Minister Judith Collins, to pen a letter to New Zealanders - saying the strikes ar…

Published on 1 month ago

Can the Louvre’s stolen royal gems ever be recovered?

In seven minutes, thieves entered the Louvre in Paris and made off with eight “priceless” jewels.

The necklaces, earrings, brooches, and crowns has belonged to an array of 19th century royals, includ…

Published on 1 month ago

'Power prices are the real headline': Why 3% inflation feels worse

Inflation has risen even further.

Latest Stats NZ figures show inflation reached 3% in the year to September.

Economists had tipped to hit the top end of the Reserve Bank’s target band of between 1 a…

Published on 1 month ago

Teachers day off: Improving working conditions will improve learning conditions, union says

This week will see mass walk outs across the country as 100,000 teachers and medical staff go on strike.

This Thursday, October 23, 11,500 Allied Health workers will walk off the job, as well as:

Published on 1 month ago

Barry Soper remembers Jim Bolger as a 'really good bloke'

Former Prime Minister Jim Bolger has died aged 90.

He became the 35th Prime Minister after leading National to a landslide victory in 1990.

Bolger was ousted by his party caucus in 1997 and replaced …

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

Inside Gloriavale’s latest investigation into child discipline practice

New details have emerged about what could be happening behind closed doors at Gloriavale.

Authorities have been quietly been involved in yet another investigation there – with the Children’s Minister…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago