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EPISODE · Jul 7, 2026 · 8 MIN

Chris Hipkins on social media ban, China's missile tests, Greens and Nats policy

from Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonald · host Newstalk ZB

Labour Leader Chris Hipkins is open to working with the Government on a bill banning social media for under-16s. Speaking to Canterbury Mornings, Hipkins said any social media ban should go through the select committee process, and New Zealand should take lessons from Australia's recently introduced restrictions. "We've got to do more to keep our kids safe online, but the Aussie experience has shown that it's not easy". Hipkins also shared his views on recent policy announcements from NZ First, National and the Greens, as well as China's missile tests in the South Pacific. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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