The Weekend Collective

The median rent has dropped for the first time since 2009.  The nation saw a 0.3% drop over three months, but the hardest hit was Auckland - dropping 2% over the past year.  CEO of Real Estate at Valocity, Helen O'Sullivan, joins Tim Beveridge to discuss what's going on.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Panel, Tim Beveridge is joined by Resident Builder Pete Wolfkamp and TV Presenter Mark Crysell to discuss the biggest stories from the week that was.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all want our kids to do better than we did, and a major part of that is teaching them how to set themselves up financially.  Founder and managing director at Koura Wealth, Rupert Carlyon, joins Tim Beveridge for Smart Money. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bone health is immeasurably important for our physical health, and the density of your bones have a whole lot to do with how frail you will be once you pass that 60 year mark.  Greg Pain is a sports biomechanist at bioSPORT and joins Tim Beveridge for Health Hub.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've had a flurry of education news this past week - giving the impression things are actually starting to look up. Numeracy and literacy results are up significantly year on year, attendance is improving, and now - the Government wants to put an end to open plan classrooms.  But today, a damning Government briefing points out significant concerns around the credibility of the NCEA system it...

The Government has announced the funidng of $6 billion worth of construction projects to begin by Christmas.  New and improved roads, school renovations, and hospital revamps - it's all been added to the National Infrastructure Pipeline which is now over $207 billion.  These projects are also expected to create tens of thousands of jobs in the coming months.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnyst...

Kids these days are far more tech savvy than previous generations, but does that really help them stay safer online?  Tim Beveridge is joined by Principal Psychologist at Umbrella Wellbeing, Dougal Sutherland, for Parent Squad.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 19 year old welder recently bought his first home - in part crediting his purchase to driving a cheap car.  We all know you've got to make sacrifices to get into the market, so how are people making their way onto the ladder? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Panel, Tim Beveridge is joined by AUT Chemistry Professor Allan Blackman and Editor of NZ Gardener Jo McCarroll to discuss the biggest stories from the week that was.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The cost of living is crunching down again, as more than 30-thousand Kiwis reportedly moved abroad last year.  Are there any more changes can people make to save money? What things can they afford to cut? Additionally, at what point do we look in the mirror and say the problem is our lack of personal discipline? "Financial Force of Nature", and Founder of financial strategy site joins Ti...

Sarcoma is deadliest cancer among children and young people, accounting for nearly one third of deaths among the 15-24 age group.  Despite this, research funding remains low compared to more common cancers, and feeds back into low survival rates. It's also reportedly misdiagnosed a third of the time, highlighting the urgent need for better early detection. What do we do if we feel like our do...

Around 700 New Zealand soldiers and personnel are in Australia for the largest war-fighting and military training exercise in the Southern Hemisphere. 35-thousand soldiers from 19 nations are taking part in it. The Defence Force says a key goal for them is to be able to integrate its capabilities into Australian and US relations. The Government also announced ramping up defence spend earlier this...

With rising global tensions, market volatility, and an unpredictable international landscape, having a strong and credible foreign voice is becoming more important than ever for New Zealand. Foreign Minister Winston Peters travelled to Malaysia for a summit with his South East Asian counterparts, where he worked towards a comprehensive strategic partnership by October. But what does that actually...

Kids can eventually turn a corner where they get a bit more stubborn when it comes to listening to us. Sometimes it's just them being cheeky, sometimes it's a bit rude, sometimes it's just a miscommunication. But how do you stay boss in the relationship? Should you even do it or is it something to worry about? Tim Beveridge is joined by Family and Parent Coach Jenny Hale for Parent Squad... LISTEN...

New reports show the to cost to build is up. The OCR was also left unchanged this week - and it's expected to stay at 3.25% Should buyers look into property now before the costs and OCR go up again, or should they wait it out? How can we make that call - is it on gut instinct, or the numbers? Infometrics Principal Economist and CEO Brad Olsen joins Tim Beveridge for the OneRoof Radio Show... ...

This week on The Panel, Tim Beveridge is joined by Brigitte Morten and Luke Dallow to discuss the biggest stories from the week that was. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the Government's KiwiSaver contribution was halved under budget changes. Employers will also have to fork out a mandatory 4% contribution to adjust for the deficit left by the Government's contibution. That bump's expected to stifle potential salary increases, and in turn, our retirement funds - leading many to question what changes we really need, and what we can do for ourselves, to s...

New research shows the "Atlantic diet" could be the secret to a longer and healthier life. There's also the mediterranean diet, and tuna-broccoli-chicken-rice meals. But sticking to these can be so boring on our palettes, and when you're busy with work and life - it's basically impossible to maintain!  So what foods are best for us, and how can we stay with the programme? Andrew Dickens is jo...

Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop is also stopping in Houston, Texas to look at how they've implemented affordable housing. He's speaking to local experts about their planning, funding and tools that have allowed them to deliver effective housing. Can the same elements be brought to New Zealand? ZB Political Editor Jason Walls speaks to Andrew Dickens... LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener...

Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop is visiting New York to see the success of their congestion charging. He's proposing a similar pricing strategy back here, but is it plausible for our roads? What can be done to solve our traffic issues? Andrew Dickens is joined by Martin Glynn, AA Policy Director... LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the school holidays and dreary weather - kids are likely to be glued to their rooms and screens. How can we change that? What can we do to keep them busy while we're at work? Additionally, with recent floods across the country - how can we help our children dealing with the experience? Psychologist Sara Chatwin joins Andrew Dickens for the Parent Squad... LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.co...

Apartment blocks are being heralded as the best way to get on the property-ladder, but is there a better route? Will these properties be worth it? How confident can we feel with where the market's heading with intensification?  Additionally: Wellington house prices are dropping, but what risks are there for buyers? Andrew Dickens is joined by Property Expert Nichole Lewis... LISTEN ABOVE...

This week on The Panel, Andrew Dickens is joined by Kyle MacDonald and Wilhelmina Shrimpton to discuss the biggest stories from the week that was. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New employment data reveals work-life balance is the top reason people leave their job. Additionally, more people are working past the retirement age. Are these new attitudes, or has it been growing? What's the workforce like today?  Tim Beveridge speaks to Employment Relations Expert Max Whitehead... LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reports say we need 2.5 hours of exercise a week, and 10-thousand steps a day. How can we find the time and motivation to stay fit? Is there a method to sticking to a workout-plan despite a busy schedule? Tim Beveridge is joined with Health and Mental Well-being Expert Kent Johns... LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.