The Mike Hosking Breakfast

New research has revealed pipfruit export growth is outstripping national export growth.  The industry contributed just under $2 billion to New Zealand's economy last year.  Export value increased from $347 million in 2012 to more than $892 million in 2023.  Apple and Pears chairperson Lesley Wilson told Mike Hosking the regional impacts are huge.  She says they're the third-hi...

There are more people than ever with private medical insurance.  In a so-called “cost of living crisis”, over 15,000 more people joined Southern Cross last year – and that’s just one company. They now have almost a million customers.  Having delt with my company recently over a series of issues, I can inform you I pay over $4000 a year and I have never made a claim in my life.  So f...

Stephen Fry is a man of many talents.   He’s an award-winning comedian, actor, presenter, director, and has claimed the title of ‘bestselling author’ multiple times.   His latest work is the final instalment of his Greek Myths series, ‘Odyssey’ retelling the tale of Odysseus from Homer’s epic poem.   Along with this, Fry is bringing his live show to New Zealand stages, offering an u...

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 22nd of October, the Government are making more changes to the Three Strikes law, so can the legal fraternity get on board?  The Ihumātao debacle is back on the table as documents show that Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka considered disolving the committee.   UK comedian, actor, writer, and orator Stephen Fry joins Mike t...

There's disagreement as the Government toughens up its Three Strikes rule for offenders. It's lowering the threshold for a first strike warning from 24 months imprisonment to 12 months. It's also agreed to activate strike warnings for people who commit any of 42 qualifying offences. Law Association Vice President Julie-Anne Kincade told Mike Hosking there's no evidence this will help. She says eve...

A former Minister holds the view that the Ihumātao committee's achieved nothing.   Documents seen under the Official Information Act show that Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka considered dissolving the committee.  It's now been almost four years since the previous Labour Government supported the sale of the land, after controversial protests.    Former Treaty Negotia...

The Prime Minister says he can't fathom why Minister Andrew Bayly would make offensive comments to a worker during a visit.   A worker claims the minister told him to “go home... take some wine, and F... off”, and made an L sign with his finger on his forehead.   Bayly's apologised.  Christopher Luxon told Mike Hosking Bayly didn't know the person, and he isn't aware of any connecti...

The Hawke's Bay Chamber of Commerce says widening the region's key road will benefit everyone.   The Hawke's Bay Expressway is being upgraded from two lanes to four as part of the Roads of National Significance programme.  The route carries 29,000 vehicles a day, including those transporting goods to and from the Napier port.  Chamber Chief Executive Karla Lee told Mike Hosking it's...

The Royal College of GPs says registration fast-tracks will mean someone coming to New Zealand won't have to wait months.  The Medical Council's introducing faster registrations for doctors with specialist qualifications from the UK, Ireland, and Australia.   It comes after Australia introduced something similar for GPs from here, the UK, and Ireland.   College of GPs President Sama...

A very good victory on Friday for common sense. The Solicitor-General fell on her sword over the instructions to the prosecution service promoting race. It was Monday, this time last week we raised it because it seemed scandalous. How did this happen? How does a Government so explicitly state the race card is no longer being played in policy settings, and yet the Solicitor-General is saying what s...

Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Mike Hosking to discuss the America’s Cup, Auckland FC’s maiden victory over the Brisbane Roar, the Everest, Chris Hoy’s cancer announcement, the White Ferns winning the T20 Women’s World Cup, the Black Caps’ win in India and the NPC semifinals. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 21st of October, Peter Burling and Grant Dalton are on the show to talk the America's Cup win and where it will be held next. A World Cup win for the White Ferns - Craig McMillan joins amidst the celebrations. And what a weekend for sport overall! Auckland FC, the America's Cup, Black Caps, White Ferns, Silver Ferns just to name a few!...

Former President Donald Trump's crude remark of legendary golfer Arnold Palmer is raising eyebrows. Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are on the home stretch to election day in under three weeks. US correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking Trump has spent time talking about the late golfer's genitalia during a visit to Pennsylvania. And Elon Musk's daily voter lo...

Hopes new technology can help predict busy periods in emergency departments. Auckland University research has found artificial intelligence algorithms can predict surges in admissions for respiratory illnesses - weeks before they happen. Computer scientist Steffen Albrecht told Mike Hosking it finds recurring patterns in data. “It’s really a database using data that goes back to 2012.” Health New...

It's undoubtedly been one of our greater weekends of sport, from sailing, to the Silver Ferns, football and of course, the cricket. The White Ferns beat South Africa by 32 runs in Dubai to win the T20 World Cup for the first time in their history. Woman of the match and tournament Amelia Kerr top-scored with 43 runs and bagged figures of 3-24 in a crucial performance to secure the team's first int...

The Land Information Minister says there needs to be a way to build key infrastructure projects without years of litigation and arguments. An independent panel reviewed the Public Works Act, which allows government agencies to force people and businesses to sell their land, to complete big infrastructure projects. An amendment bill is likely to be introduced mid-next year. Minister Chris Penk told...

Team New Zealand's boss has confirmed they'll battle Britain's INEOS Britannia team in the next America's Cup. The Kiwi squad has won a historic third cup in a row. Grant Dalton told Mike Hosking they'll face the British side once again.  “Yes, it is INEOS – or the British team – so we’ve accepted that challenge.” On whether that event will be in New Zealand, Dalton says it could happen. “It...

A long-awaited rethink of local body elections is underway, as Local Government New Zealand seeks feedback on how to tackle poor voter turnout. Little over 40 percent of the population had their say in 2022. A bordering on ancient postal system could be the blame. Electoral reform group member and Gisborne Mayor Rehette Stoltz joined Mike Hosking. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

Team New Zealand's skipper says his team's historic America's Cup win feels surreal. The sailing crew have now won the event three times in a row. Peter Burling says they're still in celebration mode. He told Mike Hosking they've been working hard and the victory's incredibly special. “It’s, I think, incredibly hard to compare it to any of the other ones, to be honest. They’re all just so differen...

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all.    The America's Cup and Spanish tourism: 7/10  Despite the protests and locals telling everyone to go home, more people than ever showed up.    Wellington City Council: 1/10  Now that is a scandal.    The Local Government Minister: 4/10&nb...

Americans seem to love New Zealand wine.  Grafton-based Invivo was flying off US shelves, selling more than 40,000 cases of sauvignon blanc in 2024 alone.   It’s set to be on show in Times Square at an exclusive wine exhibition this week, run by Wine Spectator.   Co-founder Tim Lightbourne told Mike Hosking that both New Zealand wine and sauvignon blanc are growing as categories in...

It’s the beginning of a new era of football in New Zealand.  Auckland FC is set to kick off their A-League career tomorrow at Mt Smart Stadium, backed by big names in the industry.  Bill Foley, Ali Williams, Anna Mowbray, and more recently, Steven Adams, have put their money behind the team.  CEO Nick Becker told Mike Hosking that the team is super ambitious, and while he won’t say...

The week has come to an end and Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson joined Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that was.  Kate had a few gripes with Mike and the show this morning, airing out her grievances on air while Mike and Tim spent some time sitting on the fence.   LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 18th of October, the Greens have voted to oust Darleen Tana , falling on their own sword regarding the waka jumping legislation.  It’s a new era for football in New Zealand with Auckland FC's first game taking place this weekend. CEO Nick Becker joins the show.  Kate Hawkesby has some gripes with Mike and the show today, airing o...

The Government says New Zealand's now standing up for itself against Canada in an ongoing dispute over our dairy exports.  Trade Minister Todd McClay has launched mandatory negotiations with Canada to address its failure to comply with agreements by blocking the ability for New Zealand dairy to be sold in the country.  He told Mike Hosking an independent panel has already ruled in our fa...