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Holiday Breakfast
by Newstalk ZB
Don't miss a thing while you're on holiday, with Newstalk ZB Holiday Breakfast. We deliver the best in news, views and opinion to keep Kiwis informed and entertained while you're on the road, at the bach, or relaxing at home.
Episodes
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Pipi Campbell: Lead singer of kiwi band Corrella chats newest single and festivals
NZ band Corrella is made up of eight-members, formed in 2017 at the Devonport Navy base. Since their debut Corrella has had a number of charting hits including Blue Eyed Māori. Lead singer Pipi Campbell told Andrew Dickens that their music spans genres, "I wouldn't like to put us into one box…
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Elliott Smith: Rugby Commentator on team changes for All Blacks vs Italy
The All Blacks are scheduled to play against Italy on Saturday in Wellington for a Round 2 Nations Championship test match. Dave Rennie has announced a raft of changes for the run on team including two new rookies. Newstalk ZB's lead rugby commentator Elliott Smith told Andrew Dickens, "he's...
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Claire Reid: Psychology PHD student on keeping the U16 social media ban alive
National has confirmed they're in talks with Labour as ACT and New Zealand First refuse to back a social media ban for under-16s National is saying protecting children should be above politics. Psychology PHD student and advisor to B416 Claire Reid says she is in support of the ban as 'a first...
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John G. Howard: Retired Major General on NZ considering joining Ocean of Peace Alliance alongside Fiji, Australia
The New Zealand Government is formally exploring the idea of joining the Ocean of Peace Alliance signed by Fiji and Australia on July 6 The treaty commits each country to come to the other's aid in the event of an armed attack in the Pacific. Retired Major General and Senior Fellow of the New...
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Todd McClay: Trade Minister chats landmark visit of Indian Prime Minister Modi
It is a historic day for New Zealand's international relations as one of the world's most powerful leaders, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is set to touch down in Auckland, the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister in 40 years. Modi's visit comes off the back of the landmark FTA deal....
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Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on being recognised in the 2026 King's Birthday Honours
One of Newstalk ZB's most familiar voices has been recognised in the King's Birthday Honours, two decades after first being sounded out. Barry Soper's been named an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to journalism, recognising 43 years in the parliamentary press gallery. He…
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Chris Bullen: Auckland University Public Health Professor on the increase in people wanting to quit vaping
More people are wanting to give up vaping, for a variety of reasons. Almost 16,000 people reached out to Quitline last year, with a quarter enrolled in the Quit Vaping programme. Māori make up 23 percent of those seeking support. Auckland University Public Health Professor Chris Bullen says…
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Suzie Bates: former White Fern on being awarded a New Zealand Order of Merit
Suzie Bates intends to distance herself from the White Ferns once she retires from the international game following the upcoming women's T20 Cricket World Cup in England. Bates has been awarded a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for her services to cricket and basketball, following a...
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Paul Spain: Gorilla Technology futurist on the Government looking to allow the Ministry of Social Development to use AI
Caution's being urged as automated decision-making moves a step closer to use in welfare services. A bill aimed at improving efficiencies passed its third reading under urgency in Parliament on Friday. Social Development Minister Louise Upston says it will modernise the system and reduce...
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Elizabeth Rata: University of Auckland professor on making the King’s Birthday Honours list
Some of the key architects of our education system are being recognised in the 2026 King's Birthday Honours. Elizabeth Rata has been made a Dame for her services to education, including her work on the senior English curriculum over a career spanning five decades. She's among three education...
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Wayne Mapp: former Defence Minister on US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth accusing New Zealand of freeloading
A former Defence Minister says our geographical separation should negate the need to up our defence spending. US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's accused New Zealand of freeloading off the US military by spending 2 percent of GDP on defence. He's revealed expectations that US allies spend 3.5...
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Richard Arnold: US correspondent on the number of artists dropping out of the 'Freedom 250' concert series
A star-studded musical celebration is in the works for the United States' 250th birthday, but more big acts have been backing away. Trump's administration had publicised multiple headliners for a 'Freedom 250' concert series between 25 June and 10 July, but Bret Michaels, Martina McBride, Young…
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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on One Nation overtaking Labor in new poll
New polling data shows One Nation is gaining more of a political foothold in Australia. The latest The Australian Financial Review/Redbridge Group/Accent Research poll says that support for One Nation has jumped four percentage points to 31, while Labor's vote is on 28 percent. Australian...
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Kelly Eckhold: Westpac Chief Economist on oil prices dropping amid Iran deal negotiations
Oil prices fell significantly throughout last week as discussions regarding an Iran deal continued to take place. Prices are down around 8 percent for the week with Brent crude around $91 a barrel. Westpac Chief Economist Kelly Eckhold says rumours regarding an imminent Hormuz opening agreement...
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Murray Olds: Australia Correspondent talks ISIS brides and neo-Nazis heckling at ANZAC ceremony
A group of four women and nine children have secured flights to Australia from Damascus over the weekend, re-sparking conversations about ISIS brides returning to their home countries. Additionally, associates of a recently disbanded neo-Nazi group were removed from an ANZAC ceremony for booing…
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Angela Deken: Christchurch Hospital Newborn Hearing Screening co-ordinator on new innovation to stop babies waking during checks
In an effort to make newborn hearing checks a more comfortable process for babies and parents Christchurch Hospital has developed an innovation to replace cool gels. "Exhausted mothers after breastfeeding all night would be anxious that we'd wake the baby up when we were screening in the…
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Elouise Eftos: Comedian on self-deprecation, feminism, and NZ Comedy Festival
Australian comedian Elouise Eftos fights against the culture of self-deprecation with her tongue-in-cheek self-dubbed title of Australia's first attractive comedian. Eftos spoke to Dickens about the discomfort people display when someone is outwardly confident and secure. "Why is being a…
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Tony Martin: India New Zealand Business Council deputy chair on India FTA signing today
Todd McClay will sign the free trade deal with India in Delhi today following uncertainty as New Zealand First pulled support and Labour held out until the last minute. Earlier this month some of New Zealand’s top exporters and business associations signed an open letter calling on all political...
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Colin Mansbridge: Crusaders CEO says One NZ at Te Kaha should become New Zealand's national stadium
Christchurch’s new One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha officially opened this weekend with a sold out match between the Crusaders and Waratahs on Friday night. The All Blacks’ first test at the venue on July 4, and the Warriors’ first NRL match at the stadium in June both quickly sold out, while...
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Louise Upston: Tourism Minister on extra funds to clean up Great Rides storm damage
The government is putting funds towards repairs needed on New Zealand's great bike trails due to storm damage. It is expected that the Hauraki Rail Trail, that's been shut since January, the Waikato River Trail, and a connecting track on the Tasman Great Taste Trail will need approximately…
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David Smith: Washington Bureau Chief for the Guardian on attending the correspondents dinner
The annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner took place in Washington last night, but was cancelled part way through after a shooter with multiple weapons charged through a security checkpoint. Washington Bureau Chief for the Guardian, David Smith, was present at the dinner. He told Andrew...
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Carl Taylor: Combined Building Supplies CEO says most builders feeling fuel price increases
A nationwide survey by the Combined Building Supplies Co-operative has found that 84% of members have felt moderate to significant impact from fuel price increases. CEO Carl Taylor said some builders can't even afford to get to their work sites. "So, clients are obviously starting to look at...
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Ash Wallace: Half of pop-duo Foley chats genre, goals and their new EP
Pop-duo Foley has just spent four weeks on the Hot 20 singles chart, peaking at number 1, following their EP release 'Like an Actress'. The duo is made up of Ash Wallace and Gabriel Everett. Ash Wallace joined Andrew Dickens to chat defining genre, the New Zealand music community, and…
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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on stranded pilot rescue and Artemis 2 mission
In a Truth Social post Donald Trump announced the successful rescue of a missing crew member of a fighter jet that was shot down over Iran. Although Iran's military claims the US operation was "completely foiled." Meanwhile, the historic Artemis 2 mission enters it's fifth day. LISTEN ABOVE See...
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Murray Olds: Australia correspondent on Pauline Hanson and latest polls
Far-right political party One Nation, led by Pauline Hanson, has surpassed Labor and the Coalition in Queensland in the latest poll. "Once upon a time, Pauline Hanson was the fringe lunatic way out on the lunar right, and now, in South Australia, she smashed the conservative vote down there,"...
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Jono Ridler: Ultra-marathon swimmer completes record breaking swim against bottom trawling
Endurance swimmer Jono Ridler has completed a 1367km journey, swimming the length of the North Island, in an effort to raise awareness against bottom trawling. After getting out of the water on Saturday, Ridler led a convoy of people to the steps of Parliament, where multiple ministers waited…
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Mat Woods: Destination Queenstown CEO says region needs more infrastructure for tourism goal
The Government's 2034 tourism target is to lift arrivals to 4.78 million, but a report for MBIE shows that this could require up to $3.5 billion in extra infrastructure. Regions like Queenstown are already facing pressure on their infrastructure with Destination Queenstown and Lake Wanaka Tourism...
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Irene Gardiner: Screen Production Association President on kiwi film stars purchasing local film studio
Actors Cliff Curtis and Jason Momoa, and director Taika Waititi, have purchased Auckland-based Studio West with the goal to bring more jobs and Polynesian storytelling to the country. "It's still a pretty tough time for the screen industry, but it is some positive news in the middle of all of...
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Jeffrey Price: Foreign Policy expert on Trump's ultimatum threats of 'hell'
US President Donald Trump has issued threats to Iran in an R-rated speech as his ultimatum to open the Strait of Hormuz comes to an end. He has said he will target Iran’s critical infrastructure if the strait is not reopened before Monday. Jeffrey Price, senior fellow at the Foreign Policy...
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Murray Olds: Australia Correspondent on the new hate speech laws hitting political opposition
Australia’s new hate speech laws have hit a speedbump. Parliament was recalled early to pass reform that would create serious offences for hate in the wake of the Bondi terror attack. However, the Opposition and the Greens are refusing to accept the laws in their current form. Australia...
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Matiu Walters: Six60 Frontman on the new album coming in February
For many, Six60 is an undeniable part of the New Zealand summer soundscape. Their classics such as ‘Don’t Forget Your Roots’, ‘The Greatest’, and ‘Please Don’t Go’ are a staple of every backyard barbeque summer get together, and soon a few new songs will be joining the playlists. Their fifth…
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Chris Sturgeon: Destination Kaikoura Chair on the high number of tourists visiting the town
A tourism leader in Kaikoura says they're having their busiest summer season since a major earthquake almost a decade ago. Visitor numbers reached about 220 thousand in November, up nearly 30 thousand on the year before. Destination Kaikoura Chair Chris Sturgeon told Andrew Dickens tourism and...
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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the protests in Minneapolis after ICE shot a woman dead
President Donald Trump is threatening to deploy troops to Minnesota, with heated clashes on the streets over the presence of ICE. US Homeland Security says a federal officer has shot a man in the leg in Minneapolis after being attacked with a shovel as he tried to make an arrest. Protests have...
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Sean Lyons: Netsafe Chief Online Safety Officer on the rise in targeted online hate speech
Online hate speech in New Zealand is becoming more targeted and our system can't keep pace. Netsafe's latest survey shows since 2018, the proportion of ethnicity-based hate speech has risen from 18% to 36%, becoming the most common reason people are targeted. Political-based hate has also…
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Irene Gardiner: Screen Producers' Association President on the call to force streaming giants to invest in New Zealand content and productions
Calls for the Government to force streaming giants to invest in New Zealand content as local productions struggle. The Screen Producers' Association says Netflix, Disney, Apple and Amazon should be forced to commission local programmes or pay into a fund from their local revenue President Irene...
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David Moffett: Former New Zealand Rugby CEO on the sacking of Scott Robertson as All Blacks coach
Questions continue to swirl over Scott Robertson’s departure as All Blacks coach. He's left halfway through his four-year deal after player frustration simmered and boiled over in a scathing internal review late last year. NZ Rugby Chair David Kirk denies a player revolt forced Robertson out. But...
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Miles Hurrell: Fonterra CEO on the volatility of dairy prices
Fonterra's boss says farmers are used to volatility in prices and payouts. Its midpoint forecast farmgate milk price for this season now sits at $9 after a string of falls in global dairy prices. That's more than 10% lower than last season's final payout. Chief Executive Miles Hurrell told Andrew...
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Louise Upston: Tourism Minister on the second part of the Regional Tourism Boost plan
Another tourism announcement is set to come – another round in the Regional Tourism Boost plan. The goal is to get international travellers out of the main centres to explore all that New Zealand has to offer. Round two will focus on the April to June season, when there’s typically fewer…
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Gianmarco Soresi: American stand up comedian on pushing boundaries, performing in New Zealand
If you haven’t heard the name Gianmarco Soresi, you may have seen his clips. The American stand up comedian is a staple of shortform video platforms, with over two million follows across Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. He’s become known for his crowd work and his distinctive physicality,...
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Justin Marshall: Former All Black on the internal review into the All Blacks leadership, 2025 season
An All Blacks bombshell to start the New Year. The Herald has detailed elements of a 'scathing' internal review into the side's 2025 season, with critical feedback on the coaching, culture, and environment. Head coach Scott Robertson and his lead assistant Scott Hansen are believed to be at the...
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Don Brash: Former NZ Reserve Bank Governor on Anna Breman signing a letter of support for US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell
Don Brash says everyone should be concerned about political interference regarding matters at America's central bank. US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says he's now embroiled in a criminal investigation because he didn't cut interest rates as much as Donald Trump wanted. Trump denies...
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Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent says the UK is set to make a decision over the proposed Chinese mega embassy in London
The UK will be deciding this week whether or not to allow the construction of a Chinese ‘mega’ embassy in London. The project has been debated for years, with concerns over the potential security risks it could pose for the UK. Critics fear the embassy, which would be located close to London’s...
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Murray Olds: Australia Correspondent on the significant damage caused by the bushfires in Victoria
At least 500 buildings have been destroyed as wildfires continue to tear through Victoria. Multiple fires have ravaged 404,000 hectares of land – an area more than five times the size of Singapore. Thousands of properties remain without power, and television and radio services to areas like…
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Winston Peters: NZ First Leader on the party's growing support, Palestine, party leadership
Winston Peters says sticking to the basics has led to NZ First’s position in the polls. Based on current polling, the party is set for another term in government, one of the first times it will have a consecutive run. Peters told Andrew Dickens that there’s a whole lot of things going on in New...
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Laura McClure: ACT MP and author of the Deepfake Digital Harm and Exploitation Bill on the concerns over
The UK is introducing a law making it illegal to create non-consensual intimate images following growing concern over Elon Musk's AI chatbot. Officials in countless countries are condemning the lack of regulation of sexualised content on the app X, formerly known as Twitter, including depictions…
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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the US threatening intervention in Iran
Donald Trump is risking further inflaming matters in Iran, urging anti-government demonstrators to keep protesting, adding "help is on its way". The US President has raised the possibility of intervention in Iran, and his national security team meets today to discuss its options. Thousands are...
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Margaret Cooney: Octopus Energy CEO on the Electricity Authority being granted the authority to order harsher fines
Tougher penalties for energy companies caught breaking the rules. From next year the Electricity Authority will be able to order fines of up to $10 million, or 10% of a company's turnover – up from the current $2 million. The fines can be issued if companies distort the market or take advantage…
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Matthew Fairbrother: Christchurch cyclist on biking through a McDonald's drive-thru for 24 hours
'Deliberately absurd' is how a Christchurch mountain biker describes his idea to cycle around a McDonald's drive-thru for 24 hours. 21-year-old Matthew Fairbrother clocked up 500 kilometres on the ride on Christmas Day. Fairbrother told Andrew Dickens it may be a world record of some sort, as…
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Chris Abercrombie: PPTA President on the release of NCEA results today
A spotlight on student achievement, with NCEA results now available nationwide. About 158 thousand Year 11 to 13 students can access their exam results, including Course Endorsements and University Entrance. PPTA President Chris Abercrombie told Andrew Dickens literacy and numeracy co-requisites...
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Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on Nadhim Zahawi's defection to Reform UK
Another Tory has joined the ranks of Reform UK. Nadhim Zahawi is the highest profile member of the UK’s Conservative Party to defect, having served as Chancellor of the Exchequer for Liz Truss and as the Party Chair under Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak. However, UK Correspondent Rod Liddle told...
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Don't miss a thing while you're on holiday, with Newstalk ZB Holiday Breakfast. We deliver the best in news, views and opinion to keep Kiwis informed and entertained while you're on the road, at the bach, or relaxing at home.
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