Welcome to the Sias du Plessis show.
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With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.
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Michael Littlewood: Co-director of the Retirement Policy and Research Centre on Kiwis working for longer to transition to retirement
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New Zealanders are staying in paid work longer in an effort to transition into retirement, according to a new study. The average age Kiwi’s are choosing to retire has risen to 67 from 61, since the mandatory retirement age was eliminated in 2000. Co-director of the Retirement Policy and Research Centre Michael Littlewood tells Jack Tame that New Ze…
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The talented former South African netball player, Vanes-Mari du Toit shares her journey in the sport, how she transitioned into a successful television career and speaks about her daring world-record attempt later this year where she will take a very cold plunge... The bubbly Vanes-Mari also opens up on various other things including watching her f…
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Sports Huddle: Eden Park v Waterfront stadium debate, Crusaders underperformance, Warriors third loss, second Supercars round in NZ
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Eden Park is reportedly set to win the battle of Auckland’s stadiums. The Sports Huddle discuss whether the stadium remains fit for purpose. Plus, are the Crusaders underperforming or were expectations too high? Is it time to panic for Warriors fans? And, could NZ hold a second Supercars round? Newshub Sport Presenter Andrew Gourdie and Newstalk ZB…
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Trevor Mckewen: NZ Herald Sports Columnist on the battle of Auckland's stadiums
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Eden Park is reportedly about to win the battle of Auckland’s stadiums. On Monday, a working committee will make a recommendation to Auckland Council on whether to invest in Eden Park or one of the rival waterfront stadium bids. NZ Herald Sports Columnist Trevor Mckewen tells Jack Tame as an existing location, Eden Park could be a cheaper option th…
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Tara Jackson: Executive Director of New Zealand Anti-Vivisection Society on lab rats looking for their forever homes
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A unique re-homing program has been set up for actual lab rats across New Zealand. The New Zealand Anti-Vivisection Society (NZAVS) are working with the scientific community to find former lab rats their forever homes, while pushing the Government to stop animal testing. Executive Director of NZAVS Tara Jackson tells Jack Tame NZ has nearly half a …
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Charles Feldman: KNX News Presenter on Harvey Weinstein's overturned rape convictions
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Disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein has had his 2020 rape conviction overturned. The New York Court of Appeal found that Weinstein did not receive a fair trial, due to witness testimony including accusations that were not part of the case. Los Angeles KNX News Presenter Charles Feldman tells Jack Tame the next step will be for the New York D…
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Sarah Dalton: Executive Director of the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists on after hours clinics around the country on verge of collapse
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After hours clinics around the country are on the verge of collapse. New Official Information Act data shows that 24 practices and clinics had to reduce hours or close due to critical staff shortages and cost pressures in the first eight months of 2023. In Porirua, health officials are considering replacing overnight doctors with a telehealth servi…
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Jason Walls: Political Editor on Monday's budget signing off and Winston Peters' ANZAC Day speech
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Ministers have a big weekend in store ahead of Monday’s Cabinet meeting, which will be one of the last major steps in signing off the 2024 budget. Newstalk ZB Political Editor Jason Walls tells Jack Tame this budget is one of the most significant in recent years as the Government tries to balance the country’s fiscal position and balance between th…
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Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Donald Trump's immunity claims, Harvey Weinstein's overturned conviction, Madonna sued by fans again
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The Supreme Court has weighed whether former presidents are immune from prosecution and what exactly it means if they are. The answer will determine whether former President Donald Trump can be tried on charges of trying to subvert the 2020 election. Trump believes he is entitled to absolute immunity from criminal charges for actions committed whil…
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Jason Pine: The Warriors third loss in a row, Crusaders bottom of the table ahead of Rebels clash
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The Warriors have suffered their third loss in a row, losing at home to the Gold Coast Titans in yesterday’s ANZAC clash. Weekend Sport host Jason Pine tells Jack Tame the team’s roster remains as strong as it did at the start of the season and fans shouldn’t worry just yet. Meanwhile, the Crusaders are at the bottom of the Super Rugby Pacific tabl…
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Manish Thakkar: Fresh In Fresh Out owner on new independent Hamilton supermarket
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New Zealand is set for a new player in the supermarket landscape. Residents of Nawton, Hamilton will soon be walking through the doors of the biggest, independent supermarket in NZ, FIFO – Fresh In Fresh Out. The suburb has been without a supermarket for eight months after losing its Countdown due to persistent retail crime. Owner Manish Thakkar te…
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Two days on, it’s fair to say Christopher Luxon’s swift and brutal demotion of Penny Simmonds and Melissa Lee hasn’t met much opposition. I appreciate these are early days for the new government and all Ministers are bedding in, but I don’t think I’ve heard a single person publicly argue that Lee or Simmonds was doing a sufficiently good job. Not o…
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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Rishi Sunak promising to increase UK military spending
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Rishi Sunak says UK military spending would rise to 2.5 percent of national income by 2030 in response to global threats. Sunak has also committed to giving the Ukraine £3 billion a year for as long as the current war goes on. UK correspondent Gavin Grey explains why Sunak is committed to keeping the UK on a "war footing". LISTEN ABOVE See omnystud…
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The Huddle: Is Luxon displaying good leadership with today's reshuffle?
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Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Business Mentors CEO Sarah Trotman joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day- and more! Melissa Lee and Penny Simmonds have been unexpectedly stripped of their portfolios today - what do we think of this? Is this good leadership from Luxon? Elon Musk has …
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Deborah Lambie: Milford Asset Management analyst on Netflix potentially introducing advertising to service
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As Netflix releases their results for first quarter, they've promised some new changes to the service. The company's shares have dropped by nine percent, and speculation indicates the company could introduce ads to the service. Milford Asset Management's Deborah Lambie explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…
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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the conflicting coverage of public sector growth
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There's been more light shined on the conflicting coverage of public sector job growth. Labour's Chris Hipkins has justified the growth of the public sector under the previous Government- does he have a point? NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explains both sides of the issue. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Luxon's Cabinet tweaks and demotions
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Prime Minister Chris Luxon has revealed surprise tweaks to Cabinet. Melissa Lee's lost her Media and Communications portfolio and been booted from Cabinet and Penny Simmonds' Disability role has gone to Louise Upston. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper dissects Luxon's reasons for the reshuffle. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener f…
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Danni Hewson: AJ Bell financial advisor on Tesla experiencing historic revenue drop
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New reports show Tesla is experiencing a steep decline in profits and revenue - but the company's shares jumped 10 percent. The electric vehicle manufacturer posted a lower-than-expected $21.3 billion in revenue and 55 percent decline in profit from the first quarter of 2023. AJ Bell financial advisor Danni Hewson says investors believe CEO Elon Mu…
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Henry Russell: ANZ economist on New Zealand reaching first trading surplus in months
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New Zealand has achieved its first trading surplus since last May. Stats NZ trade data for March 2024 shows a monthly surplus of $588 million. Goods exports rose 3.8 percent in March on March 2023 - driven by fruit exports, which rose $170 million. ANZ economist Henry Russell says this is down to a post-pandemic bounce-back - and a weakening domest…
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Marty Donoghue: RSA CEO on Defence Force luggage getting lost ahead of Anzac Day Gallipoli service
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The Defence Force is facing an unexpected challenge ahead of ANZAC commemorations in Gallipoli. About half the luggage of the 40-strong team is lost in transit at Dubai, including uniforms and instruments. RSA CEO Marty Donoghue says he expects the team will come up with a backup plan ahead of tomorrow's event. "I think the contingent will be reall…
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Arj Barker: comedian on his decision to kick a mother and baby out of his Melbourne show
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American comedian Arj Barker is on the defence after last weekend's incident Barker has sparked controversy across the Tasman after he asked a mother and baby to leave his Melbourne comedy show on Saturday, because the baby was disrupting his performance. He says he had no interest in shaming the woman or her child - but he wanted to create a quiet…
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Troy Churton: Ōrākei Local Board member on dog walkers leaving poo bags where bin used to be
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Dog walkers in Auckland's Remuera and Pt Chevalier have been leaving poo bags where rubbish bins used to be. The council's been removing bins with low historical use since last November to save money. Orakei Local Board member Troy Churton says the protest is duly noted, but it's no reason to keep dump dog faeces. "I can definitely raise this with …
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Chris Luxon: Prime Minister defends Cabinet reshuffle and demotion of ministers
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The Prime Minister is defending today's surprise Cabinet reshuffle. Luxon has demoted Melissa Lee from Cabinet and stripped her of the Broadcasting and Media portfolio, giving it to Paul Goldsmith. He's also sacked Penny Simmonds as the Minister for Disabilities, handing the role to Louise Upston. Prime Minister Luxon says he needs the right people…
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Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on the research confirming women more likely to survive when treated by female doctors
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New US-based research suggests women are less likely to die when treated by female doctors. A study has followed people 65 and older, observing data on those who died within 30 days of seeing a doctor. 8.15 percent of women who died had been treated by female physicians, but that rose to 8.38 percent for women who'd been seen by a man. For male pat…
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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Jett Cleary joining the Warriors from across the ditch
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The Warriors have an eye to the future with another landmark signing. 19-year-old halfback Jett Cleary - younger brother of Penrith halfback Nathan and son of former Warriors and current Panthers coach Ivan - has signed a three-year deal from next season. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener f…
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David Howman: former World Anti-Doping Agency director general responds to Chinese Olympic swimming scandal
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There's growing calls for transparency and clarity around anti-doping processes. This comes after the revelation that the World Anti-Doping Agency cleared 23 Chinese swimmers to compete at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, despite testing positive for a banned substance. Former World Anti-Doping Agency director general David Howman says aspects of this d…
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