The Mike Hosking Breakfast

The All Blacks pulled off the near-impossible at Ellis Park, beating the Springboks 33-16. They next face the Springboks on Sunday, but have to clear the Lions before they head to Cape Town.  Newstalk ZB's Rugby Editor Elliott Smith says it'll be a tricky match, but the All Blacks can't be breezy about the game, if they want a second victory over the Springboks this weekend.  LISTEN ABOV...

No regrets from National's Leader, as he backs down on new taxes this election. It's a sudden switch up from recent weeks with the National party discussing both a bed tax and bank tax as potential prospects.  Christopher Luxon says the party's unable to deliver either without creating cost for New Zealanders.  He told Mike Hosking that he stands by that decision, saying 'no new taxes, n...

Labour's confident stagnant property prices won't hurt its plans to slash debt if re-elected. The party's seeking to return to surplus by the end of the decade and lower net debt to 20% of GDP over time.  Its plans hinge on a fully implemented Capital Gains Tax. Labour Leader Chris Hipkins told Mike Hosking that it's not expected the sliding property market will continue. He says even the cur...

A lawyer warns politicians have failed to add a property rights clause to the Bill of Rights Act before. The Act Party's promising to do so, as part of its new 'equal rights for all' election policy. The change would give property the same standing as other fundamental rights and require courts to interpret laws consistently. Pidgeon Judd property lawyer Joanna Pidgeon told Mike Hosking that there...

In this episode of the 100 Years of ZB Podcast, Mike Hosking takes you through the big events, issues and stories that Newstalk ZB covered from 1987 through to today.  It covers times of national tragedy, times of intense national interest and the international events that defined the country and the world. Mike also dives into our coverage into something the station is famous for - politics....

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.    GDP: 9/10  The Infometrics Q2 read is the final nail in the misery merchants' coffin – the turnaround is real.    Chris Hipkins: 4/10  Between the streaming bill he didn’t know he had and the Prime Minister interviews he didn’t listen to, does thi...

Simeon Brown has written a letter.  It's this sort of thing, I think, that frustrates a lot of potential and actual National Party voters.  There is an argument to be made, and power prices is one of them, where you can say that National talked a big game, but I don’t see any real results.  The letter is to the Electricity Authority (EA). They oversee the power market and whether ev...

Donald Trump is continuing to lose support in the polls.  A new poll from the American Research Group found that only 30% of those questioned approve of the way Trump is handling things – 69% disapproving of his handling of the economy.  There are big concerns even among Republicans, with 29% disapproving of the way the President is handling his job.  US Correspondent Richard Arnold...

It's Friday, which means Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back with Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that Was.  Today they discussed the terrible time Kate had trying to buy tickets for Olivia Dean, the best dressed at ZB's 100th anniversary party, and Harry and Meghan's return to the UK.  LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A record year for industrial and agricultural manufacturer Skellerup.   Revenue is up 10% to $390.1 million, and their normalised profit has risen 18% to a record $64.2 million.  And despite Trump's tariffs and Middle East supply disruptions, US revenue has also risen by 12%.  CEO Graham Leaming told Mike Hosking the company is in good shape, and can continue to grow.  He says...

We've arrived at the big show.  The All Blacks are coming face to face with the Springboks for the first time on Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Tour, clashing at Ellis Park 3am Sunday Morning.  Ardie Savea, Cam Roigard, and Will Jordan are making their first appearances of the tour in the match, and Damien McKenzie is returning from an injury.   Codie Taylor is starting as hooker, and tol...

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 21st of August, All Blacks' hooker Codie Taylor joins the show ahead of the first test against the Springboks.  And it's results season – Skellerup, Kiwibank , and Auckland Airport all joined the show to discuss.  Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson discuss Kate's terrible time trying to get Olivia Dean tickets and how good the ZB 100th...

It's thought Meghan and Harry's kids are a large motivating factor behind their move back to the UK.  The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are returning six years since stepping down as senior members of the royal family and moving to the US.  An independent committee of the Home Office is tossing up whether they'll have taxpayer-funded security.  Royal correspondent Robert Hardman told M...

Solar farms and cheaper energy sources could be key to getting more small players in the game.  Latest data from MBIE shows total energy supply decreased last year, while renewable energy generation increased.  Coal consumption dropped to a new record low, and natural gas consumption fell to its lowest level since 2008.  Energy security expert David Keat told Mike Hosking solar farm...

Auckland Airport's Chief Executive is feeling optimistic heading into 2027.   Its latest financial results saw net profits drop 20%, however revenue is up 3%, and passenger numbers are up about 1.6% on the previous year.   Carrie Hurihanganui told Mike Hosking the airport will be back to over 95% recovery in the summer peak – tantalisingly close to a full recovery.    She says...

Kiwibank says the banking sector's becoming fiercely competitive.  The Crown-owned bank has reported a 9% drop in annual profit.  Its net interest margin —a key metric of profitability— has dropped to 2.1%.  Chief Executive Steve Jurkovich told Mike Hosking the margin has dropped from about 2.4% a few years ago.  He says wholesale rates have increased, and the advisor market ha...

Cotality's Housing Affordability numbers paint what even a sceptic would have to agree is a pretty good picture of our housing market.  Especially for first timers and when you compare us to Australia.  Australia's market is a mess, and one of the biggest messes within the mess is the result of their Labor Government changing tax deductibility around landlords and expenses.  Labour...

The UK's new Prime Minister has pledged to end rough sleeping by Christmas.  Emergency accommodation will be provided for the winter, alongside practical support for health needs, as part of a £442m package.  Andy Burnham says they did it during the Covid pandemic, so they can do it again.  UK Correspondent Enda Brady told Mike Hosking critics' response to Burnham's 'everyone in for...

Formula 1 is back and its popularity among Kiwis is continuing to grow.   After a mini break, the final Dutch Grand Prix is kicking off this weekend at Zandvoort, with Liam Lawson back in the seat for Red Bulls.  But a little later in the year, F1 is coming to New Zealand's shores – in a sense.  Former F1 World Champion Damon Hill and long-time commentator and host of the official F...

A chance for Liam Lawson to secure his Formula 1 future.  The Racing Bulls driver is yet to sign beyond this season but has been promoted to the Red Bull team for this weekend's Dutch Grand Prix.  Lawson replaces Isack Hadjar, who's injured his wrist.  F1 Journalist Chris Medland told Mike Hosking this is the best chance Lawson has to state his case for a future Red Bull seat. ...

Economic resilience is coming through from the regions, but people are still finding it hard to get a job.   Infometrics' new report finds all 16 regional economies saw growth in the three months to June.   Overall economic activity lifted 2.6% over the quarter.  Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen told Mike Hosking there is some employment growth across the South Island and...

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 20th of August, Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale speaks on the damning review that found the deaths caused by the Mount Maunganui landslide were preventable.   Good news for NZ Inc, as data reveals strong economic growth in every region for Q2.  Huge news for Liam Lawson as he's confirmed to be in the driver's seat for Red Bull thi...

Global fuel prices have been rising again as conflict continues in the Strait of Hormuz.  The US has now exported much of its diesel supplies – pushing up prices across the US and Europe.  Crude oil prices haven't risen as much due to China's decision to stop exporting refined fuel, but Brent crude prices are rising again after the US and Iran ruled out extending their memorandum of unde...

An assurance the Government's new watchdog for council zoning will have teeth.  The role of independent Urban Land Market Officer will be introduced under the new Planning Bill, which will replace the Resource Management Act.  They'll determine whether urban land markets are competitive, report on land market performance, and advise actions to increase competitiveness.  Parliamentar...

Tauranga's Mayor is pledging to ensure any warnings sent to the council around risk to life are escalated.  A council commissioned review into the deadly January Mount Maunganui landslide has found the six deaths were preventable, given the decades of warnings.   Mayor Mahé   Drysdale told Mike Hosking his council will look at making sure these kinds of reports are actioned.  H...