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What to expect from the TOEIC Listening Exam 8:10

13d ago8:10

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Are you preparing to take the TOEIC exam? Find out what to expect from the listening section. 📖Read the blog post on the Intrepid English Blog: https://intrepidenglish.co.uk/podcasts/what-to-expect-from-the-toeic-listening-exam/ ____________________________________________________________ 🌍 Find out more about Intrepid English here: https://intrepi…

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John Harbord: Major Electricity Users' Group Chair says Kiwis are grossly over-paying for power 3:37

6h ago3:37

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The Major Electricity Users' Group says consumers are grossly over-paying for power. Electricity prices have risen over the years, both businesses and average citizens struggling to afford their power bills. Chair John Harbord told Ryan Bridge the companies are producing the same amount of electricity, while making record profits. LISTEN ABOVE See …

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Nathan Wallis: Parenting expert on a social media ban for youth, the connection between social media and mental health issues 2:40

8h ago2:40

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There’s a belief a social media ban could benefit young people. Australia's holding an age-verification trial in coming months, but it's unknown what the cut off age will be, or how it will be enforced. Christopher Luxon has also expressed interest in the idea. Parenting expert Nathan Wallis told Ryan Bridge there's a correlation between social med…

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Mark Gilbert: Former US Ambassador to New Zealand on the upcoming debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris 3:28

16h ago3:28

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The US presidential debate looks to be a chance to get to know the candidates. Vice President Kamala Harris is facing off against Donald Trump for the first time at 1pm our time in Pennsylvania. No notes are allowed, and microphones will cut off when each candidate's not speaking. Former US Ambassador to New Zealand under Barack Obama, Mark Gilbert…

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Ryan Bridge: Another MP struggling to grasp the realities of running a small business 2:38

16h ago2:38

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A wild, bizarre, and highly entertaining media scrum took pace in Wellington yesterday, culminating with an MP saying he didn't mind swimming in other people's sewage. Yes, human waste. A chaotic caucus run with Labour's Ōhāriu MP Greg O'Connor. He was asked why Wellington's dying - with cafes closing down, etcetera: "There's not enough to do along…

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Full Show Podcast: 11 September 2024 33:57

10h ago33:57

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 11th of September, the Electricity, gas, waste, and water services industry saw a 36% rise in sales in Q2 compared to the same time last year. It comes on the same day that Winstone Pulp International announced their closure due to soaring energy costs. What does it mean for our bi…

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SpyMaster Interview #83 - Gregg Smrz 1:59:15

1d ago1:59:15

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Agents Scott and Cam welcome stunt coordinator Gregg Smrz to the show to reveal behind-the-scenes intel on filming Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol's jaw-dropping stunt sequences. He also shares stories about working on M:I 2 and Rogue Nation, Knight and Day, Waterworld, Batman Returns and much, much more! Check out Gregg's incredible work over…

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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the manhunt for the man who allegedly poured hot coffee on a baby 2:57

2h ago2:57

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A global manhunt is underway for a man who allegedly poured boiling hot coffee on a nine-month-old baby in Brisbane. Police say the 33-year-old has fled the country since the August 27th incident in a Stones Corner park. Australia Correspondent Donna Demaio told Ryan Bridge detectives believe the man escaped less than a day before he was identified…

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Lauren Donnan: MATES in Construction Research Manager on the spike in suspected suicides in the sector 3:10

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There’s a drive for change in the construction industry on the back of a spike in suspected suicide rates. In 2023, 80 construction workers died from suspected suicides - a jump from previous years. MATES in Construction Research Manager Lauren Donnan says mental health across the board is improving, but high workloads, job instability, and a lack …

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Jonathan Eriken: Superannuation expert on the record-high investment return from the NZ Super Fund 2:55

4h ago2:55

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International technology stocks are being credited with the New Zealand Super Fund reporting another record-high investment return: up 15% in the year to June. Super expert Jonathan Eriksen told Ryan Bridge the results make up for a poor return when markets fell in 2022. He says they've always gone into a wide range of assets but they're playing it…

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Willie Jackson: Labour's Māori Development spokesperson on David Seymour's Treaty Principles Bill 5:44

4h ago5:44

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Changes have been revealed to the Treaty Principles Bill. The Bill's architect David Seymour confirmed that Cabinet discussed the Bill yesterday and agreed to its broad outline before it goes to Parliament's drafters. He says it'll now acknowledge the rights of hapu and iwi at the time of the Treaty. Labour's Māori Development spokesperson Willie J…

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Ryan Bridge: You should be concerned about the IRD giving social media companies our data 2:26

5h ago2:26

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The IRD is giving your data to Facebook – taxpayers' data to Facebook, that was the headline yesterday. We give them our data in trust and confidence. Well, we don't actually, we give them our data because the law says we must file our tax returns and tell them who we are and how much we're earning. But perhaps you assume that the law says that the…

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Full Show Podcast: 10 September 2024 34:04

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday10th of September, slight changes were made to the controversial Treaty Principles Bill in Cabinet yesterday. Labour's Māori Development spokesperson Willie Jackson joins the show to discuss. Superfund has reached a value of $76.6 billion - a record for the fund. But what does it me…

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25. Education 36:12

2d ago36:12

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I talk about Education vocab and my education in the States. Vocab: Boarding School = school where students live Degree - a diploma in a subject Head = principal or person in charge of a lower school Nursery- kindergarten = ages 4-6 students school Primary- elementary school = ages 7-12 students school Private = paid for school Pupils- students = k…

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Gavin Grey: Europe correspondent on Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo Gonzales' arrival in Spain after disputing its elections 3:27

17h ago3:27

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Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo Gonzales has arrived in Spain after fleeing the country after its presidential election. Gonzales had an arrest warrant issued after he disputed July’s election, which was won by incumbent Nicolas Maduro. The US, EU and Latin American countries have also questioned the election results after Venezuela refused to…

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Andrew Alderson: Paralympics 2024 - Peter Cowan paddles to va’a VL3 200m bronze medal in Paris 3:25

18h ago3:25

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There was a high level of suspense when Peter Cowan crossed the finish line in the final of the men’s single va’a VL3 200m canoe sprint race in Paris. In his Paralympic Games debut, the 29-year-old from Hawke’s Bay flew out of the blocks in the final to battle for the early lead. As the contest went on, it looked to be a case of two races for medal…

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Ryan Bridge: If you're not responsible or capable of saying no to a gang life, how can you be punished for it? 2:38

3d ago2:38

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Interesting op-ed from The Conversation by Chris Gledhill, Professor of Law at Auckland University of Technology. It's about the Government's new gang legislation and argues that the changes that are being made in some last-minute ones could impinge on the Bill of Rights, and it makes some good points. It says people join gangs for various reasons …

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Weston Kirton: Ruapehu District Mayor calling for Government to step in and save two mills facing closure due to rising energy costs 4:06

3d ago4:06

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The Mayor of the Ruapehu District wants the Government to step in to save two businesses facing closure. Hundreds of jobs are on the line - with the Kariori pulpmill and Tangiwai sawmill both under pressure, as energy costs have gone up significantly in recent years. A meeting on the fate of hundreds of workers is expected tomorrow. Ruapehu Distric…

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John Munro: Criminal defence lawyer says it's very rare to see public caught in the crossfire of a homicide 2:58

19h ago2:58

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A criminal defence lawyer says it's very rare to see the public caught in the crossfire of a homicide. Since the start of August, Police have launched 11 homicide investigations around the country. One has since been deemed not a homicide and has been referred to the coroner. Lawyer John Munro told Ryan Bridge Police may be stretched. “The promisin…

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Full Show Podcast: 09 September 2024 34:17

3d ago34:17

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Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday 9 September. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.저자 Newstalk ZB

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Kevin Putt: Former Springbok and Rugby Commentator ahead of the second All 2:36

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Will this week bring redemption for the All Blacks? Last week saw them lose to South Africa, the Springboks taking the win at Ellis Park. This Sunday will see them facing off again in Cape Town, and Coach Scott Robertson has made a few changes to the lineup in preparation. Former Springbok and Rugby Commentator Kevin Putt joined Ryan Bridge to prev…

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Maria Pozza: International Space Expert on New Zealand joining the multi-national space initiative Operation Olympic Defender 5:16

4d ago5:16

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There are hopes New Zealand can help lead the effort to clean up space. Space Minister Judith Collins has announced we've joined a US-led multi-national space initiative: Operation Olympic Defender. International space expert Maria Pozza told Ryan Bridge that as well as defence, it will see New Zealand contribute to reducing space debris. She says …

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Vincent McAviney: Europe Correspondent on Michel Barnier being named as the new French Prime Minister 2:54

6h ago2:54

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France has a new Prime Minister, ending the country's months long political limbo. President Emmanuel Macron has named conservative Michel Barnier as the new Prime Minister. It comes two months after a snap election ended with a political stalemate. Europe Correspondent Vincent McAviney told Ryan Bridge that Barnier was the EU's former chief Brexit…

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Julien Leys: Building Industry Federation CEO on the new legislation around importing building supplies from overseas 3:07

6h ago3:07

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The Government's making changes aimed at bringing down the cost of building homes. It's introduced new legislation to make it easier to import building supplies from abroad. It'll enable recognition of overseas standards and Building Consent Authorities will need to accept products already certified offshore. Building Industry Federation Chief Exec…

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Full Show Podcast: 06 September 2024 33:56

7h ago33:56

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 6th of August, overseas building supplies could soon be introduced to the market to help lower building costs. Building Industry Federation Chief Executive Julien Leys speaks to Ryan about what it means. New Zealand has joined the multinational space programme Operation Olympic Defe…

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Ian Jones: Former All Black on the possible return of South Africa rugby tours 3:40

11h ago3:40

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Semi-professional rugby tours may soon be back on the table. New Zealand rugby is reportedly close to signing off a three-test, eight-match itinerary away against South Africa in 2026 - the Springboks would reciprocate in 2030. Former All Black Ian Jones told Ryan Bridge it's wonderful news. He said that it’s an absolute trip of a lifetime, and won…

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Sam Stubbs: Simplicity Founder on the number of Kiwis struggling with finances and retirement savings 3:37

12h ago3:37

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It’s a difficult retirement outlook for many Kiwis. The latest Financial Services Council Money & You research reveals 94% of Kiwis worry about money, and one in five don’t have enough in their retirement savings to get them through the next year. Many are dipping into savings to cover basics, with some having to juggle priorities. Simplicity Found…

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Ryan Bridge: Why are we paying $80 a year for a bin no one uses? 2:01

14h ago2:01

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According to the group who are upset about the monopoly-duopoly that's happening in our grocery sector, you could save, at most per person, about $74 per year. That's if they were to have perfect competition in the sector, which obviously would be very hard to achieve. Do you know what else costs you $80 a year? A friend and I were chatting at the …

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Sue Chetwin: Grocery Action Group lead on the Commerce Commission finding competition in the supermarket sector has not improved 4:43

15h ago4:43

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The Grocery Action Group wants more regulation in our supermarket sector. The Commerce Commission's first annual report on grocery shows competition has not meaningfully improved. Foodstuffs and Woolworths could now face hefty fines for failing to treat small suppliers fairly or breaking a new wholesaler code. Group lead Sue Chetwin told Ryan Bridg…

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Full Show Podcast: 05 September 2024 34:13

16h ago34:13

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 5th of September, the grocery commissioner says the sector has no meaningful competition and retail margins have increased. Grocery Action Group's Su Chetwin chats to Ryan about what it means and what to do from here. The All Blacks and South Africa could be resuming full tours fr…

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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the migrant boat capsizing in the English Channel 2:47

6d ago2:47

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At least 12 people have died after the capsize of a migrant boat in the English Channel. The French Coastguard has rescued more than 50. It's the deadliest disaster in the Channel so far this year. Downing Street is labelling the disaster "truly horrific", and says it's determined to further crack down on dangerous people-smuggling operations. UK C…

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Ryan Bridge: Don't we want higher spending, higher yield tourists coming here? 2:22

2d ago2:22

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I have zero issues with foreign visitors paying more to visit New Zealand. The tax hike that is being touted is big – $35 up to $100 per visitor, and that is substantial. Crucially though, our Aussie mates are exempt, and they make up 40% of our market. So that's a good chunk who won't be contributing and shouldn't be affected in terms of numbers v…

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Eve Lawrence: Intrepid Travel GM on the risks of raising the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy 3:19

2d ago3:19

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Travel experts believe that now isn't the time to push up the fees for overseas tourists. The International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy is rising almost 200% from next month, from $35 to $100. The money raised will go back into services and infrastructure used by visitors to the country. Intrepid Travel general manager Eve Lawrence told R…

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John Battersby: Massey University International Security Expert on the risk of terrorism in New Zealand 3:57

8d ago3:57

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A terrorism expert says New Zealanders need to be more aware of the threat of terrorism. The SIS identifies a person acting alone as our biggest terrorist risk and warns of a small number of people subscribing to violent extremist ideologies. It's also concerned about foreign interference and how many young people are engaging with violent extremis…

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Full Show Podcast: 04 September 2024 33:54

2d ago33:54

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 4th of September, visitors to the country will soon have to start paying a $100 levy, up from $35. Eve Lawrence from Intrepid Travel talks to Ryan about what it means for the tourism industry. The SIS has released its second annual report detailing security threats to New Zealand…

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180. Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol (2011) 1:32:44

8d ago1:32:44

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Agents Scott and Cam, along with guest operative Jen Johans of Film Intuition, scale the Burj Khalifa with Tom Cruise while taking on 2011's Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol. Directed by Brad Bird. Starring Tom Cruise, Paula Patton, Simon Pegg, Jeremy Renner, Michael Nvqvist, Vladimir Mashkov, Samuli Edelmann, Ivan Shvedoff, Anil Kapoor, Léa Se…

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Angus Chambers: GP Owners Association Chair on GPs having to raise their prices to keep up with running costs and patient demand 4:57

9d ago4:57

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The state of New Zealand's general practices is being dubbed a crisis. A GP Owners Association survey of about a quarter of GPs reports they're being squeezed by rising costs, high patient demand, and staff shortages. It found nearly 60% have doctor and nurse vacancies, and about 70% are financially worse off than a year ago. Chair Angus Chambers t…

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Monika Lacey: Centrix COO on the downward trend in the number of people behind on their payments 2:38

3d ago2:38

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People appear to be getting a better handle on their financial situations. The latest Centrix figures for July show overall the number of people behind on their payments fell month-on-month by nine thousand to 456 thousand. Chief Operating Officer Monika Lacey says there's also positive signs when it comes to those who are several months behind. Sh…

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Lesley Yeomans: Australia Correspondent on the investigations into the tiger attack at Dreamworld 3:12

3d ago3:12

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A tiger handler remains in hospital after being attacked by a tiger at Dreamworld on Australia's Gold Coast. Investigations are underway after the trained handler was set upon by one of the theme park's nine Sumatran and Bengal tigers yesterday morning. It follows a fatal tiger attack on a keeper at Hamilton Zoo in 2015. Correspondent Lesley Yeoman…

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Alan McDonald: Employers and Manufacturers Association head of advocacy on the National Land Transport Plan 3:09

3d ago3:09

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The country could be driving towards a need for cross party agreement on transport. The Government's National Land Transport Plan will see almost $33 billion pumped into roading, public transport, and maintenance. Employers and Manufacturers Association head of advocacy Alan McDonald told Ryan Bridge there should be a broad agreement on what the ma…

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Ryan Bridge: What is wrong with our state run services? 2:07

3d ago2:07

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Health New Zealand is the country's largest organisation by far, it employs more than 80,000 people. Roughly the same number of teachers are employed by state schools in our education system, and these numbers dwarf any private enterprise that's currently operating here. Fletcher buildings has about 18,000 staff, Woolworths about 18,000, Fonterra a…

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Full Show Podcast: 03 September 2024 34:04

3d ago34:04

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 3rd September 2024, the Government has allocated $32.9 billion dollars in transport funding over the next 3 years. How could it improve our roading network and the economy? Alan McDonald from the Employers and Manufacturers Association speaks to Ryan. Nine out of ten general practi…

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Ryan Bridge: The treasury boss' truth bomb 2:15

10d ago2:15

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As we squabble over toast for new mums in hospitals and funding for street dance performers in Auckland, we are penny pinching a lot lately, aren't we? We're bickering about all sorts of things, should nurses be getting the free toast in the smoko room if they're doing a night shift? The insignificance of all of these debates is being laid bare thi…

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Geof Nightingale: On officials being told to take a look at the financial impact of our ageing population 2:29

4d ago2:29

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Officials are being told to take a clear look at the financial impact of our ageing population. Outgoing Treasury boss Dr Caralee McLiesh [Cara lee Mick Leesh] has made it clear there's a need for a Capital Gains Tax and superannuation changes, as her five-year term comes to an end. She says with an ageing population, an increasing share of governm…

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Gavin Grey: On the final moments of the superyacht Bayesian 3:15

4d ago3:15

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The final moments of the deadly sinking of the superyacht Bayesian have been revealed by crew members. New Zealand-born captain James Cutfield is being investigated for possible manslaughter, after seven people died in the disaster. Ship engineer, Tim Parker Eaton, and watchman Matthew Griffiths are also under investigation. Europe Correspondent Ga…

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Full Show Podcast: 02 September 2024 34:07

4d ago34:07

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday the 2nd if September 2024. The outgoing Treasury Chief Executive has called for a capital gains tax and rise to the retirement age to stop future budget deficits. Could it work? Tax expert Geof Nightingale joins the show. Lambing season is underway and our red meat exports are down …

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