The Weekend Collective

What are the best housing options to get into property investing? These days, there are so many apartments and townhouses on the market, but are they really worth it? Debbie Roberts from The Property Apprentice joins the Weekend Collective to to give her insight. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2020 the Labour Government won 65 seats, with National taking only 33.   The tides well and truly changed last night at the 2023 election, and to wrap it all New Zealand Herald's Thomas Coughlan joined Tim Beverage on the Weekend Collective.   Plus, on Saturday, a major setback to the country's efforts for reconciliation with its First Peoples. Australia rejected a proposal to recognise Indigen...

“It’s like trying to quit smoking.”   Why are 1 in 7 of adults addicted to ultra-processed foods? Claire Turnbull joined Tim Beverage to explain why.   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s confidence that indigenous rights aren't dead-in-the-water in Australia after the Voice referendum was defeated.   It sought to change the constitution to recognise the First Peoples of Australia, by establishing a body called the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice.   All states voted no, with ACT the only region to vote yes.   Australian Correspondent Murray Olds said that despit...

What impact will a National and ACT coalition government have on the investment markets? Chris Di Leva from Harbour Asset Management joins the show to explain.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Parent Squad, expert Kathryn Berkett explains how to identify tell-tale signs your child is suffering from anxiety. LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the OneRoof Radio Show, ZB's own Resident Builder Pete Wolfkamp explains how to stick to a budget- and avoid getting ripped off by quotes. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Panel, Jono and Ben joined the Weekend Collective to talk about the rising death toll in Gaza as the Israel/Hamas conflict intensifies, the All Blacks' next exciting World Cup match and people DIY-in their own coffins. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you make the decision to end a relationship? How much of chance do you give it? Psychotherapist Kyle MacDonald joins us to give us his take on love and how to make it last. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Supermarket loyalty cards are under fire. Consumer NZ says cheaper groceries available. So are they worth it? Malcom Knight gives us his thoughts.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claims National is trying to scare people away from voting for New Zealand First. The party has released messaging warning that there's a real possibility of a second election if they can't get a coalition deal across the line with Winston Peters party. ZB Political Editor Jason Walls says they're bluffing and that it would be incredibly unlikely. He believes a move like that could frustrate the e...

Gunmen from the Palestinian group Hamas have rampaged through Israeli towns and left a trail of destruction. Over 300 have died in the attack, and dozens have been wounded and taken hostage in by far the deadliest day of violence in Israel in decades. Israel has launched air strikes in response, and its Prime Minister says his country is at war. University of Otago Politics and International Relat...

The Hamas surprise attack out of Gaza stuns Israel and leaves hundreds dead in fighting. Professor of politics and director of international studies at the University of Otago, Robert Patman, joined the Weekend Collective to give his insight. Plus, with just a week away from the general election Jason Walls joins us to wrap up how the campaigns have gone.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener...

Adult children seem to be living at home longer and longer- Dr Jo Prendergast joined the Weekend Collective to discuss if there was a 'right age' to kick them out. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it all up from here? Expert Nick Goodall weighs in on flatlining property values- and how they may be a sign the downturn has ended. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Panel, Brad Olsen and Jo McCarroll discuss early voting, the Rugby World Cup and the return of late-night talk shows. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southern Cross health insurance premiums are set to rise as inflationary pressures bite. So what premiums can you afford to live without? Plus, w hat’s the first thing to go (and the last thing) when you have to tighten your belt. Lisa Dudson gives us her top tips to save money.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How long does it take your body to adjust to daylight saving – or for that matter a different time zone as in jet lag? Dr John Cameron joins me to give the answer.   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A change of date could be on the cards for Chris Hipkins' next head-to-head with National's Chris Luxon. The pair were due to take part in a leaders' debate hosted by The Press on Tuesday, but Hipkins has Covid and is isolating. The paper's owner, Stuff, is now working through contingency plans, including alternative dates for the face-off. Labour's Grant Robertson says if someone was needed to st...

Winston Peters has a fiery interview with Jack Tame, National announces their 100-day plan, the Green Party are convinced their wealth tax will work and Chris Hipkins gets Covid days before the election- Peter Dunne joins the Weekend Collective to give his take on the week in politics. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Winston Peters has a fiery interview with Jack Tame, National announces their 100 day plan, and The Green Party are convinced their wealth tax will work- Peter Dunne joins the Weekend Collective to recap this weekend in politics. Later, Grant Robertson provides an update into Chris Hipkins' health, and what that means for upcoming debates. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

Sara Chatwin joins the Weekend Collective to weigh in on the impact of divorce- is there a right time to get one, for the sake of the children? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Property commentator Ashley Church recaps the OneRoof House Price Report and reveals New Zealand's housing market is back on the upswing. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the panel, Mark Crysell and Brigitte Morten recap the week's biggest events, including: Christopher Luxon's announcement that he'll work with Winston Peters after the election if he has to boosts NZ First's chances of getting back into Parliament. Sanitarium dropping Weet-Bix from all Warehouse retailers, citing supply chain issues. Stage and screen legend Sir Michael Gambon, who play...

Niki Bezzant joined the show to discuss the quickest cure for heartbreak after a relationship, and new research shows PMS now could mean double the risk of early menopause later.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.