The Weekend Collective

With interest rates dropping, some economists are predicting higher house prices by the end of the year at the soonest. Helen O'Sullivan joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss the best time to buy.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Panel, Tim Beveridge is joined by Simon Wilson and Paul Spain to discuss the biggest stories from the week that was.  Paris Paralympics, potential scrapping of Auckland Transport, Comancheros arrests, Ginny Andersen's incorrect statistics, and more! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand has seen several iconic and well-known businesses close in recent months, especially those in hospitality.  Is the economy to blame, or are people choosing the wrong business?  Financial author Martin Hawes joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starting a diet or exercise routine is the easy part - making it sustainable and enjoyable enough to last more than a week is the challenge.  Strength and conditioning coach Alex Flint joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to explain how you can start and maintain a healthy lifestyle. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Local Government New Zealand conference wrapped up this week, with local government minister Simeon Brown hinting at more streams of funding for councils.  But some councillors are unhappy with recent comments from the Prime Minister.  Hamilton Mayor Paula Southgate joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss the feeling among councils after the conference.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnys...

The Government announced this afternoon that Cabinet has agreed to recommend a suite of changes to the Fast-track Approvals Bill.  These changes would require applications to be sent to a panel of experts to streamline approval. Minister for Infrastructure, Chris Bishop, joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss the new recommendations.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for...

How do you help your children build healthy habits without taking it too far?  Kim Harvey joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss this and more.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Interest rates have been a hot topic recently, following the first OCR cut in years.  The question now at the front of everyone's minds is whether it's time for a long-term fixed rate to avoid any more uncertainty, or to hold off in the hope for more cuts to come.  Economist Ed McKnight joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss how you can haggle with your bank to get a better deal....

Today on The Panel, Tim Beveridge is joined by Mark Crysell and Pete Wolfkamp to discuss the biggest stories from the week that was.  Democratic National Convention, ACC statistics on the burden of alcohol, America's Cup preliminaries, LGNZ Conference, and much more! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An insufficient supply of energy has been a looming issue recently, but spiking costs over the past two weeks have led to growing concerns for businesses.  Andrew Bascand is Managing Director and Portfolio Manager at Harbour Asset Management. Andrew joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss how it became this bad, and when it may begin to improve. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/lis...

August is the Cancer Society's biggest fundraising month, and Daffodil Day is fast approaching on Friday the 30th of August.  Sir Bill Denny is a former Director of the Auckland Cancer Society Research Centre and has a long list of accolades.  Bill joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss where the donations from Daffodil Day go, and all the latest in cancer drug research.  LISTEN...

The Helen Clark Foundation is calling for tougher rules against corruption after a report outlined the levels of transparency in the Government.  The report's author, Philippa Yasbek, says Kiwis should be reassessing the level of threat corruption has in New Zealand to avoid the need for a "too little, too late" reaction.  Political commentator Dr Bryce Edwards joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend C...

The Government has announced $1.3 billion of funding for a new Road Policing Investment Programme (RPIP) to improve road safety over the next three years.  The funding will be targeted at drunk and drugged drivers, increasing roadside testing and focusing on high-risk times and locations.  Transport Minister Simeon Brown joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss the new funding.  LI...

How do you balance disciplining your children while still allowing them to choose their own path? Sara Chatwin joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss this and more. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand cut the Official Cash Rate for the first time since the beginning of 2020.  Chief Economist Kelvin Davidson joins Tim Beveridge to discuss what this means for the housing market.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Panel, Tim Beveridge is joined by Jo McCarroll and Brad Olsen to discuss the biggest stories from the week that was.  Meth lollies given out by the Auckland City Mission, Reserve Bank cuts the OCR for the first time in years, Kim Dotcom to be extradited, North Korea opening their borders for tourism, and more.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At what age is it a bad idea to become a first home buyer? Is it ever too late?  Financial adviser Lisa Dudson joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss this and more.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg McPherson is a globally recognised expert on healthy ageing. He has an abundance of knowledge in the science of ageing as well as current research being done on longevity.  Greg joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss small changes you can make that will have a big impact on your quality of life.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The number of households living in emergency housing has dropped by a third from December 2023 to June 2024.  Auckland saw the biggest drop, from 624 households to 354 households.  Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss what caused the drop and where to go from here.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wholesale energy prices are the highest since October 2018, with hydro-lake levels only 32% full.  Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss what can be done to help.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you do when your child is picking school subjects? Do you step in when they want to drop core subjects?  Parenting expert John Cowan joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss this and more.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After purchasing a house, many think the next step is buying an investment property; but does the equation for property investing justify further buying right now? Property expert Ashley Church joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss this and more.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Panel, Tim Beveridge is joined by Kyle MacDonald and Niva Retimanu to discuss the biggest stories from the week that was.  Reports of poor quality Paris Olympic medals, Christ Church Cathedral has government funding cut, the Interislander is out of action yet again, Woolworths staff have voted to strike over low wages, and more.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

Amanda Morrall joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss where your tax cut can go to take full advantage of it.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is there a right and wrong way to set goals? How do you maintain your health and fitness in a cost of living crisis?  Tim Beveridge is joined by Kent Johns on The Weekend Collective to discuss all this and more.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.