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Homeless, rough sleepers and beggars have often been used as a shorthand by some for decline in the city centre. For some, it's evidence of the state's increasing failure to provide support people at vulnerable points in their lives; for others, the continued presence of rough sleepers being permitted is a sign of a lack of social rules. This week the government seems to have firmly fallen in with the latter.  They are set to implement legislation that would empower police to implement ‘move on' orders, which, if issued, would require you to vacate public areas or face up to $2,000 in fines or 3 months in prison. The move has garnered huge criticism with many viewing the move alongside the governments cuts to emergency housing and support services leaving people with no where to go other than prison. Another move that has flown a little under the radar has been the amalgamation of the Ministry for the Environment, Ministry of Transport, Ministry of Housing and Urban Development and the local government functions of the Department of Internal Affairs into a single ministry. This amalgamation has alarmed critics who are concerned that the government's track record on climate and environmental policy spells ill for this new agency.  For our weekly catchup with the Green Party, Wire Host Manny spoke with MP Ricardo Menéndez March about the amalgamation of key ministries into a mega ministry but began by talking about the expansion of police powers with move-on orders.  

Rosetta and Milly have another great Rāapa Brekkie lined up for you! E whai ake nei, coming up on the show today: What's Up with Minister Paul Goldsmith, the last of our Auckland Pride coverage with Ramon Te Wake, and What's The Buzz with Emily thanks to The Level! Whakarongo mai nei! Thanks to eighthirty coffee roasters!

Today Steve graces us with cheery (or rather not so cheery) recommendations of No Other Choice and Paradise. 

We're constantly hearing of geopolitical tensions raring their heads across the world, with talks of ‘great powers' flexing their dominance - commercially, economically, militarily - brazenly. One arena of such confrontation is the Pacific. But when we discuss this region, are we sidelining the peoples and nations who actually live there? Recently, the Associate Dean Pacific at Auckland's Law School, Professor Guy Fiti Sinclair, hosted a workshop foregrounding Pacific-centred understandings of how the Pacific is contending with international law and governance amidst these tensions. So how should we think of the Pacific as a region? Who are the organisations representing the ‘blue continent', and is Aotearoa New Zealand a facilitator of Pacific interests, or just our own? Producer Theo spoke with Professor Guy Sinclair to understand more.

For our monthly catch up with the National Party, Rosetta and Milly chat with Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith about the recently announced move-on orders for rough sleepers and anti-social behaviour in city centres; who the policy will effect, where rough sleepers will be moved on to, and the impact the orders will have on police resourcing. Whakarongo mai nei!

This week on What's The Buzz, Rosetta and Milly are joined in studio by Emily who is chatting all about performance enhancing drugs and peptides - how to stay safe, needle exchanges, the risks involved. Whakarongo mai nei! Thanks to The Level!

Two brutal attacks across the motu have returned public attention to the issue of dog maulings that stubbornly refuses to be resolved. Since 2020, we've seen a 20% increase in injuries to people from dogs, coming to nearly THIRTY THOUSAND dog-related injuries reported per year (half of which are bites), and these are the numbers collected without mandatory reporting in Aotearoa. In the wake of these dog attacks, which saw one woman in Northland lose her life and a father and son in Christchurch severely injured, many people are looking for the government to act to address this issue that frequently flies under that radar until tragedies like this strike.  But how to respond, and what changes should be focused on, remain open questions. To get his opinion on how we should approach the issue, Wire Host Manny spoke with Associate Professor at Auckland Law School Marcelo Rodriguez Ferrere on the issue of animal control legislative reform.

Solo Drive with Elle this week! We heard from Steve Newall for Flicks 'n' That.  Rip Ship came up to the studio ahead of their Europe Tour fundraiser gig at Whammy bar Thursday, 26 February and delivered some synth laden long tracks.     

This week the boys talk toasties and pies. 

Arini brings us another whakataukī to get us through our week! Whakarongo mai nei.

Happy Rāhina! The girls are back in studio after a huuuuge weekend - sharing new tunes, Splore memories, and spinning yarns. E whai ake nei, coming up on the show: Whakataukī o Tēnei Wiki with Arini, This Is How We Brew It with Christian, Loose Reads with Nate, and bosom selecta with Aaron from Psychic Glands! Whakarongo mai nei.  Thanks to eighthirty coffee roasters!

Nate is up in studio chatting with Rosetta and Milly about Kate Camp's Leather & Chains: My 1986 Diary. A unique follow-up to her memoir You Probably Think This Song Is About You, Kate Camp turns her poet' s eye on her 1986 diary. Whakarongo mai nei! Thanks to Timeout Bookstore!

Host of Psychic Glands Aaron is your bosom selecta today! Catch his lush shows every Thursday 11pm - 1am, replayed Sunday 5-7am or anytime via the bCasts! Whakarongo mai nei. 

This week on the Tuesday Wire...  For our weekly catch-up with the ACT Party, News and Editorial Director Castor spoke to MP Simon Court about making English an official language of Aotearoa and reducing the minimum proposed homes for Auckland down to 1.6 million.  They also spoke to Dr. Mohsen Mohammadzadeh from the University of Auckland's school of architecture and planning about PC 120 and how to best develop Auckland as a city for the future.  And producer Alex spoke with Senior Lecturer in Architecture and Planning, Timothy Welch, about the Infrastructure Commission's suggestion of a $9 toll on the harbour bridge, whether it's the right move, and what it means for Auckland's Infrastructure planning.

Last week, the Infrastructure Commission's first National Infrastructure Plan was released. Outlining a number of different suggestions for infrastructure, the plan has been tabled to parliament by Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop. One such suggestion is the introduction of a $9 toll on the harbour bridge, and any new harbour crossing, in order to fund the construction of any new crossing. Monday Wire Producer Alex spoke with Senior Lecturer in Architecture and Planning at the University of Auckland, Timothy Welch, about this suggestion, and how it should play into Auckland's infrastructure future.

PC 120 or Plan Change 120 was announced for Auckland as a way to boost housing intensification along public transport hotspots and in the CBD. The plan was celebrated as a way to ensure Auckland remains livable as a city into the 21st century, reducing traffic around key centres and increasing affordability.  The plan was met with criticism from those living in affected central neighbourhoods, such as Mount Eden, Parnell, Ponsonby, and Epsom. Some residents say the changes will diminish the character of the neighbourhoods or make things much busier, disturbing their way of life.  Intensification is difficult, therefore, as a balancing act between multiple parties. To discuss how developments can work as we move into a city fit for the 21st century, News Director Castor spoke to Dr. Mohsen Mohammadzadeh from the University of Auckland's school of architecture and planning.

Christian is back up to chat kawhe with us in the studio - today chatting about Ethiopian Koke Shalaye single origin beans that are on their way out! Get in quick via eighthirty's website with the code '95bFM' for 10% off... or try your luck in this week's giveaway! Whakarongo mai nei.  Thanks to eighthirty coffee roasters!

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For our monthly catch-up with the good folk at the Department of Conservation, Rosetta chats with Ella who is working on the Always Be Naturing Campaign. They're hosting an activation down at Britomart today - offering up prizes for people who take on nature-related challenges! Whakarongo mai nei. 

The Government's Employment Relations Amendment Bill has passed its third and final reading. The Government has revealed the first-ever National Infrastructure Plan. And the Salvation Army has released its annual State of the Nation report for 2026. For our weekly catch-up with the Labour Party, Wire Host Caeden spoke to MP Shanan Halbert about all of these topics.

Big Gay Out was held by the Burnett Foundation on Sunday, and appearances from some politicians were met with controversy, ending with a protestor's removal from the main stage.  There have been discussions of a $9 toll to finance a new harbour crossing this week, while Auckland council's Value For Money committee has also commenced for 2026. Producer Jasmine Gray spoke to Councillor Julie Fairey about these topics, alongside new council initiatives that utilise AI. 

Pennie is back on for Fashun, and continuing with our series of uniform chats - today she speaks with Rosetta about school uniforms! Whakarongo mai nei. 

The Government's Employment Relations Amendment Bill has passed its third and final reading. Wire Host Caeden spoke to E Tū National Secretary Rachel Mackintosh about what the bill means for workers, particularly the new test to define who is a contractor. They also spoke to University of Auckland Law School Professional Teaching Fellow Simon Schofield about the bill, particularly the impact on those earning more than $200,000 and workers more generally.

A fast-track consent is currently being sought for a major gold mine in Cromwell, Central Otago.  This follows the approval of a controversial $8 billion dollar mine that received fast-track approval for the Coromandel in December.  Local response has largely presented environmental concerns, and raise questions of alternative initiatives for mineral mining in Aotearoa.  Producer Jasmine Gray spoke to Sue Coutts, Director of External Affairs at Zero Waste Aotearoa, about the potential of e-waste and a circular economy for mining gold and other materials.

For our fortnightly catch-up with deputy Mayor Desley Simpson, Rosetta chats with Desley about the loosening of restrictions around events at Eden Park, and the changes central Government is making to PC120. Whakarongo mai nei!

Kia ora! Joel covers for HALFQUEEN while she gets ready for her set at Splore! Chris joins us for Marijuana Media to chat all things weed news. Thanks to our mates at The Hempstore! And Joel chats to Rosetta from Brekkie and Programme Director Molly while they pack in to the final Splore! Rosetta also chatted to Splore Festival Director John Minty earlier in the day! Thanks to The Beer Spot!

Artificial Intelligence has become a part of our lives today and can do everything that humans once relied on their education and expertise for. However, in her latest article for Newsroom, the University of Auckland's Senior Lecturer of Marketing, Professor Shahper Richter, says humans get to decide AI's future.  She says the values programmed into AI softwares don't necessarily fit the culture in Aotearoa, and that humans can still take their autonomy back from AI. 

In Wellington, failure at the Moa Point wastewater treatment plant has led to millions of liters of wastewater being sent into the Cook Strait.  The incident has shed light on what scientific experts have been saying for years — that water infrastructure in New Zealand is out of date and incapable of handling the growing effect of climate challenges without deeper investment. The Salvation Army released their State of the Nation report which has found an increase in issues across the justice system, child welfare, and poverty contributing to declining social equality in Aotearoa. As well, NZ First leader Winston Peters is campaigning on a referendum on Māori seats in New Zealand. Wire Host Sara spoke to National MP Ryan Hamilton about all of these topics, starting with Moa Point. 

For Dear Science this week, our expert, Professor Allan Blackman chats with us about a new solar solution, the periodic table anniversary, and the latest research on human senses. The song featured on the show was Senses Working Overtime by XTC  Thanks to MOTAT, the museum inspiring the innovators of tomorrow!

Despite their strong reputation for sustainability, New Zealand's vineyards and orchards still use large amounts of fungicide to fight plant diseases. These chemicals carry environmental risks, including the greenhouse gases emitted through their manufacture and transportation, and the toxic run-off which they can cause when applied. Newsteamer Alex spoke with Nikolai Siimes, a Doctoral Researcher at the University of Auckland who says we should be looking at alternatives — not just developing better pesticides, but rethinking our fruit farming practices from the ground up. 

For Dear Science this week, our expert, Professor Allan Blackman chats with us about a new solar solution, the periodic table anniversary, and the latest research on human senses For our weekly catchup with the National Party, Wire Host Sara spoke to National MP Ryan Hamlilton about Wellington's wastewater treatment plant failure, the State of the Nation, and NZ First's call for a Māori seats referendum For Green World, news-teamer Alex spoke to Nikolai Siimes, a Doctoral Researcher at the University of Auckland, about Biodynamic Alternatives to Fungicides Producer Vihan spoke to the University of Auckland's Shahper Richter on balancing AI and human values.

Milly and Rosetta catch up with Jordan from Radio Control to find out what's happening at Radio Control! Whakarongo mai nei!

This week Lara Greaves joins the Breakfast team to chat about New Zealand First's proposed referendum on Māori seats in parliment, and The Opportunity Party emerging in local politics, particularly that of the Mount Albert electorate. 

Ata mārie! It's Tuesday, and Rosetta and Milly have a great show for you lined up. E whai ake nei, coming up on the show: Political Commentary with Lara Greaves, Parakuihi Pals with Radio Control, Ready Steady Learn and Short Player with Earth Tongue! Whakarongo mai nei. Thanks to eighthirty coffee roasters!

Rosetta and Milly are joined by Dr Samuela ‘Ofanoa for Ready Steady Learn today, talking about his new study looking into Tiktok videos about gout which often contain misleading and inconsistent information. Whakarongo mai nei! Thanks to UoA!

This week on the Monday Wire... For our weekly catch-up with the ACT Party, News Director Castor spoke to MP Simon Court about Liquid Natural Gas imports and David Seymour's State of the Nation speech.  They also spoke to Professor Emeritus at Massey University, Ralph Sims, about the sustainability of an LNG terminal. And they spoke to University of Auckland Professor of Electrical Engineering Nirmal Nair about how the LNG plans would benefit power companies.  Producer Alex spoke to Professor Emeritus in Law at the University of Auckland, Jane Kelsey, about the ongoing rumblings around reforms within the World Trade Organisation, New Zealand's role, and what changes to the organisation would mean for us. He also spoke with Professor in Chemicals and Materials Engineering at the University of Auckland, and Deputy Director of the Green Energy Engineering Centre, Brent Young, about the governments LNG terminal proposal, and what it means in the context of our wider approach to fixing our energy woes.

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The government's plans to construct a liquified natural gas import terminal have sparked a lot of conversation over the past week about the role of natural gas in our energy infrastructure, and what more we need. Producer Alex spoke with Professor in Chemical and Material Engineering at the University of Auckland, Brent Young, about how this proposal fits in to the issue it seeks to solve, and what more needs to be done within our energy infrastructure. Next, News Director Castor spoke to Professor Emeritus at Massey University, Ralph Sims, about the sustainability of Liquid Natural Gas and potential alternatives. Finally, they spoke to the University of Auckland's Professor of Electrical Engineering Nirmal Nair about how energy companies stand to benefit from the LNG changes.

Jenna joins Rosetta and Milly for Loose Reads - chatting about Leila Mottley's The Girls Who Grew Big. Whakarongo mai nei! Thanks to Timeout Bookstore!