The Weekend Collective

Today on The Panel, Tim Beveridge is joined by Jo McCarroll and Paul Spoonley to discuss the biggest stories from the week that was.  The war in Ukraine escalates as Zelenksyy uses missiles provided by the West, new police commissioner named, gang patch ban comes into effect, and more! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Investment markets have recovered significantly over the past two years following a weak 2022.  And, Donald Trump winning the U.S. election is bound to have impacts on New Zealand's markets and the U.S. dollar.  Director and Head of Multi Asset & Global Investment at Harbour Asset Management, Chris Di Leva joins.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent study by Age Concern found that 59% of Kiwis over the age of 65 had recently felt lonely or socially isolated.  The CEO, Kevin Lamb, has said the health burden of loneliness is just as damaging as many chronic medical conditions. But how can we catch it before it begins to spiral, and is there a way to avoid loneliness? Psychotherapist Kyle MacDonald joins The Weekend Collective.&nbs...

Those participating in the Treaty Principles Bill hikoi have reached Palmerston North today, just days away from Parliament.  On Thursday, Te Pati Maori MP Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke ripped a copy of the legislation in hald at the Bill's first reading and launched into a haka, soon joined by more MPs.  The haka has gone viral worldwide, and international media and commentators did not hav...

The hikoi against the Treaty Principles Bill has reached Palmerston North today, putting pressure on the Government to throw out the Bill.  Despite this, the Bill passed its first reading on Thursday which was followed by a dramatic haka by some Maori Party MPs in protest.  Labour Party's Justice spokesperson Duncan Webb joins with more. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

How involved should you allow your children to become in politics? What warnings should you give them?  Psychologist Sara Chatwin joins to discuss this and more.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CoreLogic's latest Pain & Gain report for the third quarter of 2024 has just been released, showing the proportion of properties being resold for a higher price is down from the previous quarter. The number of loss-making resales grew to 9.8%.  It's clear the market is softening - but what's causing it? And is it ever okay to sell at a loss?  CoreLogic's Head of Research Nick Goodall...

Today on The Panel, Tim Beveridge is joined by Mark Crysell and Shane Te Pou to discuss the biggest stories from the week that was.  Hikoi against the Treaty Principles Bill heads to Parliament, Donald Trump's latest appointments, Liam Lawson criticises McLaren, and more! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin Hawes joins Tim Beveridge to discuss the impact of Donald Trump's election win on New Zealand markets.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we enter the final stretch of the year, many people over-commit to different Christmas parties and productions.  Health and well-being coach Kent Johns joins Tim Beveridge to discuss how to maintain your self-care over the busy festive season. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The United States is one of New Zealand's most significant partners, and the big question is what Donald Trump's win means for Kiwis.  Maurice Williamson is the former New Zealand Consol-General in Los Angeles and he joins to discuss the impact for New Zealand.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The United States election has wrapped up this week with a landslide victory for Donald Trump.  It came as a bit of a shock after nearly all reputable pollsters predicted a very close race to presidency.  Marco Rubio's former Chief of Staff Matt Terrill joins Tim Beveridge to discuss the impact and what's to come for the States.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

With exam season just around the corner, John Cowan joins Tim Beveridge to let you know how you can help your children in the lead-up.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KiwiBank's State of Ownership report shows 85% of New Zealanders want to own their own home, but 63% of non-homeowners feel locked out of the market.  Ed McKnight is the resident economist at Opes Partners, and he says there are alternative pathways to homeownership.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Panel, Tim Beveridge is joined by Pete Wolfkamp and Brad Olsen to discuss the biggest stories from the week that was.  Donald Trump's landslide win, Treaty Principles Bill introduced to Parliament, medical school affirmative action programmes fall short, calls for a jet ski ban, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tim Beveridge is joined by employment relations practitioner Max Whitehead to answer all your employment questions.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As runners start their recovery routines following the Auckland Marathon this morning, sports biomechanist Greg Pain joins to explain the right and wrong way to recover.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Government has announced a new charter to improve access to public conservation land for fishing and hunting.  The charter will help the Department of Conservation to provide consistent guidance across the country.  Minister for Hunting and Fishing, Todd McClay, joins Tim Beveridge with more.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All eyes are on the United States just days out from the presidential election.  Henry Olsen is a pollster and is well-known for being one of the most accurate analysts, correctly forecasting the past two elections.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most children reach a point in their pre-teen or teenage years when they grow more self aware, they begin to make comments that are critical of themselves.  Dougal Sutherland joins Tim Beveridge to discuss how parents should respond to these comments to avoid worsening their self-image.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mortgage rates are forecasted to drop over the coming months, but many homeowners will still be in for a rude awakening when they go to refix.  Helen O'Sullivan joins Tim Beveridge to discuss how far homeowners should go to deal with mortgage stress - or when it becomes time to throw in the towel.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Panel, Tim Beveridge is joined by Frank Ritchie and Luke Dallow to discuss the biggest stories from the week that was.  Gumboot Friday, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon wants the nazi salute banned, U.S. elections are on their way this week, Joe Biden calls Donald Trump supporters "garbage", and more! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With interest rates and inflation stabilising, is it worth changing banks when you're unhappy - or are they all essentially the same? Tim Beveridge is joined by Amanda Morrall to discuss.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The cost of living has definitely left it's mark on almost every aspect of kiwi lives recently.  With the Government introducing a new school lunch meal plan, many parents are asking whether their home made lunches could be any cheaper.  Food educator Ganesh Raj joins Tim Beveridge to explain how you can decrease the cost of school and office lunches.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.co...

Leaders from around the world gathered this week in Samoa for the Commonwealth Head of Government Meeting.  Our own Prime Minister had the chance to meet the King and Queen in person and was full of praise for Queen Camilla after sitting beside her at a gala dinner to mark the end of the meeting.  Luxon also announced the New Zealand Government will contribute $20 million for the Pacific...