The Weekend Collective

With a fresh year, and a wobbly economy, it's always a good idea to dust off the old CV and sure it's up to date.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent study published in PLO One found that people who's parents divorced when they were under the age of 18 were 61% more likely to experience a stroke later in life.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ACT Party leader David Seymour gave his State of the Nation speech this week, hot on the heels of Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's.  He covered everything from tax cuts to the End of Life Choice Act - but a key point stuck out to many of those listening... If the soon-to-be Deputy Prime Minister is hardly on the same page as the rest of the coalition, how can we trust that they are operatin...

Statistics from Auckland Hospital show there has been a dramatic increase in women requesting c-sections in recent year, but a drop in women actually getting elective c-sections.  The number also show an unfortunate increase in emergency c-sections.  Grace Strange is a midwife and founder of Antenatal Co., and she joins with more. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

An entire village is up for sale - and it will only put you out $2.9 million.  Lake Waitaki Village in North Otago is up for grabs once again - fitted with eight three-bedrooms houses, a five-bedroom lodge, and a list of other amenities.  But why is it so reasonably priced? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Panel, Jess Davidson is joined by Brad Olsen and Shane Te Pou to discuss the biggest stories from the week that was.  President Donald Trump's second inauguration, Government reaches emergency housing target five years early, and more! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the cost of living relentlessly increasing year by year, Amanda Morrall joins Roman Travers to discuss how you can set yourself up for success in 2025, and how to boost your income outside of your base salary.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Building a long list of healthy habits and workout routines to start in the new year probably seemed like a great idea in December, but how many haven't been given up yet?  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest Taxpayers' Union-Curia Poll has the Labour Party up 4.0 points at 30.9%, while National sinks 4.6 points to 29.6%. Although dropping 2.2 points, ACT is still ahead of the Greens, at 10.8% and 9.5% respectively.  Perhaps the most concerning for the National Party, 39% said the country was moving in the right direction, while 53% said it was moving in the wrong direction.  Regar...

NCEA exam results have been released, and many students are less than pleased with how they did.  Every parent wants their child to be their best, but how can they push their children to improve without destroying their self confidence? As parents deal with the fallout from exam results, many have had to return to work while school holidays drag on.  With only 20 days of annual leave, ho...

ASB has cut its 18 month fixed term loan rate to 5.39% following cuts by Westpac and BNZ. All three of the banks' six-month rates are now at 5.99% as they fight to be the bank of choice for mortgages.  This comes alongside rumours of a foreign buyer ban reversal - with experts saying it could work, but rules need to be more flexible.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Today on The Panel, Jason Walls is joined by Mark Crysell and Jo McCarroll to discuss the biggest stories from the week that was.  Donald Trump's upcoming inauguration, the looming TikTok ban, ACT Party calls for an increase in defence spending, and more! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martins Hawes joins Tim Beveridge to discuss whether cash is a good idea for Christmas gifts, and this week's disappointing GDP announcement.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we draw closer to the big day, everyone is preparing to consume exorbitant amounts of delicious food.  Allyson Gofton joins to discuss Christmas staples and the dishes that should stay off the table this year.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024 marks this coalition Government's first year in power, and will be one to remember.  They got straight to work repealing and introducing legislation, some being so controversial they triggered unprecedented responses in the way of protests.  Gang patches were banned, the first youth offender bootcamp trial was completed; this year truly had a bit of everything.  Former Speaker...

Family arguments are more common than not over the holiday period - but when is it time to step in when it comes to relatives making comments to children?  John Cowan joins to discuss.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Resident Economist at Opes Partners, Ed McKnight, joins Tim Beveridge with predictions for the property market in 2025.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Panel, Tim Beveridge is joined by Luke Dallow and Kyle MacDonald to discuss the biggest stories from the week that was.  HYEFU, Easter Trading Bill fails to pass, price of domestic flights up, Liam Lawson joins Red Bull, and more! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment recently said that the Government is considering regulatory changes to enable KiwiSaver providers to increase private asset investments What does this mean KiwiSaver funds and how could it impact New Zealanders?  Harbour Asset Management Director, Portfolio Manager & Research Analyst Shane Solly joins with more.  LISTEN ABOVE See om...

This week on the Health Hub, Dr Alex Bartle talked about the factors that can disrupt sleep over the Christmas season - and how to move past them to get a good night's rest. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Politics Central, Climate Change Minister Simon Watts opens up about the Government's new action plan set to increase the use of hydrogen energy  Later, Fleur Fitzsimmons from the PSA addresses the backlash towards the Government's new working-from-home policies. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

School prizegivings can be a chore this time of year, along with the increasing popularity of participation awards - but the burning question is whether these are helping or harming children.  Dougal Sutherland joins with more.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A common thought when it comes to buying an investment property is finding a reasonably priced house in a high demand area.  But could it be more profitable to spend as much as you can on an investment property?  Helen O'Sullivan joins Tim Beveridge with more.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Panel, Tim Beveridge is joined by Pete Wolfkamp and Mark Crysell to discuss the biggest stories from the week that was.  New ferries announced for the Cook Strait, greyhound racing to be banned, new alcohol rules come in for Auckland, Donald Trump named as Time's Person of the Year, mystery drones in New Jersey, and more! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

Shortly after the new gang patch laws came into effect, police were seen in leaked pictures wearing confiscated patched vests.  Leading into the silly season, what should you hold back on posting publicly that your management may see?  Employment expert Max Whitehead joins with more.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.