Holiday Breakfast

The Commerce Commission's first annual grocery report shows New Zealand shoppers paid almost 20% margins on goods like bread, flour, and eggs.  Supermarkets are blaming price increases on rising supplier charges and the general cost of doing business, but grocery commentator Ernie Newman says he doesn't believe the supermarket narrative.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

David Seymour says he's anticipating a high volume of submissions on his Treaty Principles Bill, closing at midnight tonight.  The bill passed its first reading last year, and is set to go through the Select Committee process.  National and New Zealand First have promised to vote it down.  The Act leader says he's been told 15,000 submissions were received within the first 10 days.&...

Just under a year ago, sunny Gisborne were gearing up for a good summer when the cyclone hit.  The region has since been recovering, desperately trying to get tourists back - and they have plenty to offer.  Gisborne Mayor Rehette Stoltz joins to discuss the year that's been.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US Surgeon-General Vivek Murthy is pushing for reassessment of consumption guidelines, and wants alcoholic drinks to carry a cancer warning label.  Alcohol Healthwatch Director, Andrew Galloway, says a trial in Canada saw labels as effective in reducing consumption.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The discovery of an Oriental fruit fly in Papatoetoe is reigniting messages of caution for New Zealanders returning from overseas.  Biosecurity New Zealand says the fly could cause extensive economic damage to the horticulture industry if it were allowed to establish here.  United Fresh New Zealand President Jerry Prendergast says prevention requires effort from the public.  LISTEN...

Dame Tariana Turia served as a Minister under Labour and National governments, and founded Te Pati Maori, before retiring from politics in 2014.  She was instrumental in setting up the wellbeing agency Whanau Ora.  Former Chair, Merepeka Raukawa-Tait says Turia's death leaves a significant gap.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Open Justice reports 450 assaults have occurred in courtrooms since 2019 - many targeted towards counsel or other court personnel. Most recently, two security guards were assaulted in Invercargill, leaving one with facial injuries.  The Law Association's Samira Taghavi told Tim Beveridge slow processes and stressful proceedings leads to emotional outbursts.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.c...

Australia's southeast is battling a heatwave, intensifying the risk of bushfires.  Some parts of the state of Victoria are forecasted to reach 45°C this week, as firefighters still grapple with current bushfires. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New York has launched a controversial scheme to charge drivers as they enter parts of the city.  State governor Kathy Hochul says drivers entering parts of Manhattan would pay a daytime toll of $9, despite pushback from various groups in the city.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's known for it's wine making industry - but Marlborough has a lot more to offer.  It's home to New Zealand's longest running food and wine festival, secluded beaches and islands, and much more to explore.  Marlborough District Mayor Nadine Taylor joins Tim Beveridge to discuss how the year has been for her piece of paradise.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

Ashburton is a farming district not too far south of Christchurch, known for its fly fishing and scenic landscape. The district boats lots of small shops, galleries, and museums to explore in the town. As a claim to fame, there are also the Ashburton Lakes to explore, some of which were filming locations for Lord of the Rings. Ashburton District Mayor Neil Brown joins the show.  LISTEN ABOVE....

January is the most dangerous month in the water and on its first day Surf Lifesaving New Zealand rescued 16 people.  That is the same number as in January 1st last year and double what it was in 2022. The surf lifeguard crew notched up over 5100 hours of work over the course of New Year's Eve and New Year's Day and are now calling on the public to do their part.  Surf Lifesaving New Zea...

New Zealand funk and reggae band LAB continues to reach the top of the charts, providing us with iconic Kiwi anthems. The band skyrocketed through the charts with reggae funk song 'In the Air', which stayed in the top 10 for 73 weeks. They have recently released a new single called 'Follow' and lead vocalist and guitarist Joel Shadbolt talks with Tim Beveridge.  LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnyst...

Tributes have been flowing in for Senior Sergeant Lynne Fleming who was allegedly murdered while on patrol in Nelson.  A 32-year-old man has been charged and will appear in court today facing eight charges. Yesterday police officers and first responders joined the Black Caps on the pitch in Nelson to pay tribute to Fleming. Nelson Mayor Nick Smith joins the show.  LISTEN ABOVE.  See...

An exciting game saw the Black Caps nearly chased down 218 runs by Sri Lanka in their 3 T20 match, but they fell just short, shy of by 7 runs. New Zealand were looking to make it 3 from 3, but have been unable to make it a clean sweep. Player of the series Jacob Duffy joins the show.  LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police are telling parents to take responsibility after a mass disorder incident in Wanaka in the early hours of yesterday morning.  Around 300 young people, including many drunk and underage gathered at a park with multiple fights breaking out, and some knocked unconscious. Acting Southern District Commander Inspector talks with Tim Beveridge about this.  LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnystu...

Australian Correspondent Murray Olds is on the show to talk all things Aussie news.  Two major Queensland dams will start releasing water after heavy rainfall bombarded the southeast over the week. Japan is urging Australians to explore the country beyond the typical tourist hotspots as visitor numbers reach record highs. And there is a new face in the Aussie cricket team.  LISTEN ABOVE....

Details emerging from New Orleans indicate the perpetrator acted alone in the 'horror' attack which saw him drive through a crowd of people celebrating New Years.  A Tesla blew up outside the Trump hotel in Las Vegas yesterday, killing one and injuring seven. It is now believed the explosion was purposeful and the driver has been identified as an active duty US army soldier.  US Correspo...

Friday 3 January – area of low pressure brings rain or showers to much of the country Rain or showers affecting many areas. Thunderstorms likely over many North Island and upper South Island areas. There is a moderate risk of severe thunderstorms over the far north of Canterbury, Marlborough south of Blenheim, and the Nelson Lakes District, with localised downpours of 25 to 40 mm/h. Average summer...

Senior Sergeant Lynn Fleming and her colleague Adam Ramsey were on foot patrol in the city centre when a car drove into them.  Fleming died from the attack and Ramsey was critically injured but is now in a stable condition.  Nelson based reporter Katrina Bennett has the details and spoke to Tim Beveridge.  LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Moana 2 has hit the cinemas. The first film came out in 2016 starring Dwayne Johnson and Alii Cravalho, and it made $643.3 million in the box office. The second film is set in the islands of Polynesia, where Moana journeys to the far seas of Oceania. "People can expect a wonderful story. It's a Polynesian adventure, It's a, vista of colours and sunsets and sunrises and, voyaging on a waka beyond t...

The week began optimistically as the road toll was believed to be heading for the lowest rates in a decade. Data reveals that last year actually saw the lowest rate of road deaths per capita in a century.  289 people died on the roads, which is the lowest number per capita since 1923. Development director at Break New Zealand Caroline Perry joins the show.  LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnyst...

PHARMAC is   introducing four new medicines for cancer and preventing RSV in high-risk babies and young children. It comes under its $604 million boost. Patients with the type of advanced, non-small cell lung cancer and metastatic breast cancer will be able to access those cancer treatments. Cancer Society Chief Executive Nicola Coom joins the show. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/liste...

The government's scheme to make the final year of university fees-free comes into effect today.  The Minister for Tertiary Education and Skills Penny Simmons admitted no modelling data exists to suggest the subsidy will improve completion rates, but that they are hoping it will incentivize educational success. Tertiary Education Union's National Secretary, Sandra Grey talks to Tim Beveridge....

Police are "rocked" after the death of Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming in Nelson.  How do the police respond internally to an incident like this?  Police Association president Chris Cahill talks to Tim Beveridge about the fallout.  LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.