Matt Heath & Tyler Adams Afternoons

An Auckland woman who has been using a wheelchair after a serious car accident 8 year ago has had the best early Christmas present both her and her family could ask for - the gift of walking. A qualified personal trainer, Chloe Hogan has taken her first unassisted steps since the crash. They're her first steps since her family was told she'd never fully recover and would never walk again. Chloe an...

More Kiwi specialists are joining Samoa's fight against measles, which has killed more than 70. Foreign Minister Winston Peters is visiting the Pacific Island nation and has announced help for long term needs. It includes Samoan-speaking medical personnel, trauma support and a biomedical engineer to help out with new medical equipment. Up to four anaesthetists will help local surgical teams tackle...

British voters determined to leave the European Union are leading the Conservatives to victory. Former Labour supporters are switching sides to back Boris Johnson's party. Exit polls have the Conservatives sitting comfortably on an 86 seat majority. Sky News Correspondent Enda Brady told Simon Barnett and Phil Gifford it's all about Brexit. He says although there have been discussions about health...

The Government wants more information before making a final decision on the future of the Ports of Auckland. Despite a working party recommending a move to Northport, near Whangarei - the Government has today commissioned more information.  A report on all options available is expected to be before Cabinet in May next year. Head of Business for NZME Fran O'Sullivan told Simon and Phil there's also...

Chris Mac is the guitarist for Six60, the biggest band in New Zealand right now. Their self-titled first album debuted at number one in the New Zealand charts and was certified gold within its first week of release. In 2019 Six60 picked up Highest Selling Artist, Radio Airplay Record of the Year, and People’s Choice,  and last month, in addition to their new album debuting at #1, the band made NZ...

Nadia Lim is one of our best celebrity chefs, a healthy eating advocate, a mum, and an entrepreneur.  She’s just finished a nationwide tour for her new book Vegful and joined Simon and Phil to talk about simple ways to feed the extended family over Christmas, and some tasty classics to survive the summer break.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The survival chances of young orca whales are boosted by the presence of their grandmothers, especially in times of food scarcity, according to new research that offers a clue as to the evolutionary purpose of menopause. While female orcas normally stop reproducing in their 30s and 40s, they can live for many decades following menopause, said the study, published in the Proceedings of the National...

Ian Foster says he is "incredibly proud" after being announced as the new head coach of the All Blacks. New Zealand Rugby confirmed today that 54-year-old Foster will now lead the All Blacks into a new era, after eight years as assistant coach of the team. Foster, who saw off a strong challenge from Crusaders head coach Scott Robertson and has been given a two-year deal, said he was humbled by the...

He's been involved with the All Blacks since 2012 but here are 10 things you might not know about new All Blacks head coach Ian Foster. 1) Foster was part of three Ranfurly Shield tenures and won an NPC title as a player with Waikato in a career spanning 14 years. He played 148 games for the province, a record, finishing his career in 1998. He also played 28 games for the Chiefs. "My ambition was...

Gareth Abdinor, Partner with Malley & Co law back with this weeks’ Law Corner. Every fortnight we have Gareth in to take your calls and questions everything employment, privacy and technology related.  This week we had some great questions around formal complaints, vaping in the office, and being promised a job that went to someone else.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

Thirteen people are dead or presumed dead after yesterday's eruption at Whakaari White Island in the Bay of Plenty. Private operators rescued more than 30 people and almost all remain in hospital - some in a critical condition. Herald reporter Anna Leask says the owner of White Island Tours told her employee Paul Kingi had just left the Island when it erupted. She told Simon Barnett and Phil Giffo...

GNS says there's a 50-percent chance of another eruption in the next 24 hours. It says there's an equal chance of a smaller eruption - or no eruption. A larger eruption is the least likely scenario - and an extremely low likelihood of ash affecting the mainland. Senior lecturer in disaster risk and resilience Dr Tom Wilson told Simon and Phil there is a vulnerability in that volcanic system, and t...

Saying goodbye to her beloved wine nearly six years ago was the dawning of a new era for Lotta Dann – an author and mum of three from Wellington – one that is free from the relentless preoccupation of whether or not to have a drink. She’s the MC of the He Hikoi Mātūtū - Addiction Recovery Walk, a First for NZ, happening in Auckland’s Albert Park at 2pm Saturday afternoon. The aim of the walk is to...

It's a game we play every Friday. You Da Man, the guys pick their favourite songs of the week and the audience picks their favourite. First to 3 votes takes it out. With a kiwi classic, and little Richard in the line up, Producer Tyler was stoked to win with one of the greatest love stories in song ever!  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Multisport legend Steve Gurney says he had to go through a really tough period after having to hang up his kayak.  The 9 time winner of the Coast to Coast was this week's guest for Six and a Song.  Along with claiming the record for the most wins, he's now a motivational speaker and inventor.  He told Simon and Phil when he had to leave racing due to injury, he went through a really tough patch. ...

A renowned cartoonist has condemned artist Garrick Tremain's cartoon, published in the Otago Daily Times this week. The newspaper admitted it "got it wrong" by publishing the cartoon about Samoa's deadly measles epidemic. Tom Scott told Simon Barnett and Phil Gifford the public reaction should have been expected. He says when you compare the death toll to the Samoa's population, the epidemic is it...

Afternoons host Simon Barnett and Phil Gifford have taken opposing sides in the legalisation of cannabis.  The Government yesterday released the draft cannabis law ahead of next year's referendum.  A ban on all advertising of cannabis products, no online sales - and a minimum purchase age of 20. It comes alongside a new Government website with public information on the draft Cannabis Legalisation...

Our resident vet and professional advisor for the New Zealand Veterinary Council Seton Butler joined Simon and Phil for our regular Dog Box segment.  They discussed what to do about anxious cats, dogs who stare too much, unwell kittens, and much more.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A wheel clamping businessman says he's shutting up shop because of 'unsustainable' new fine limits. The Transport Amendment Bill will limit wheel clamping penalties to a hundred dollars. Clamp It business owner Jake Thomas Told Simon Barnett and Phill Gifford tow trucks can't access the same areas wheel clampers can. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a game we play every Friday. You Da Man, the guys pick their favourite songs of the week and the audience picks their favourite. First to 3 votes takes it out. Despite being up against Aretha Franklin and The Rolling Stones, Si picked a comedy skit which cleaned up.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Crusaders' CEO says underlying a new logo, the team is the same as it's always been. The Maori-inspired design was unveiled today, replacing previous horse and sword imagery. The review was launched after the Christchurch mosque attacks. Sports Commentator and Radio Sport reporter Brian Ashby told Simon and Phil the decision is a good compromise.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

Actor and comedian Dai Henwood may have a manic energy on screen, but he says he actually quite a "quiet, chilled out guy". Henwood has been on our screens for years, most notably for 10 years as team captain on 7 Days and host of Dancing with the Stars.  While he is known for comedy, Henwood's family suffered tragedy this year when his acting legend father, Ray, passed away aged. New Zealand acto...

Every month we have our Dulux DIY expert to answer all your questions for those DIY jobs us kiwi's love.  This month a pleasure to have Bevan Tutty in the studio. Bevan has been in the paint industry for over 40 years. He loves the endless outcomes you can achieve from painting, and its advancing technology. He has been a trainer for 20 years and leads the New Zealand Dulux Training Academy.  With...

Today marked 40 years since the Erebus tragedy. Commemoration services took place in Auckland to mark the tragedy - which killed all 257 people on board. Other commemorations included a ceremony at Scott Base in Antarctica. Antarctica New Zealand’s Georgia Nelson told Simon and Phil live from Antarctica it was a poignant moment for everyone at Scott Base. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener f...

John Cowan from The Parenting Place, back with Simon and Phil taking your calls and text questions on everything parenting. We had a heap of varied calls this week, covering toddler tantrums, kids getting into drugs, how to help children in the middle of messy break-ups, and when children should start talking.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.