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One News Sports Editor Abby Wilson, and former All Black captain Taine Randell spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss and Corin Dann.

Few people would revel in All Black defeat this evening – New Zealanders that is. Joe Schmidt, Mike Cron, and Tom Donnelly are three Kiwis that would. Two of those three are as good as the best in their trade. Two of those guys should really have their colours tied to All Black masts. Two of those fine men are living proof of the cumbersome nature of the NZR. The last few years has seen the most powerful brought to their knees, the collapse of an empire if you will, not unlike the implosion of the American dream under the iron —albeit tiny— fist of Trump. The clumsy approach of the union, particularly the maladroit power transition in the coach's box, has seen the best talent they've had access to flip the bird and set up shop in Australia. Schmidt, a reluctant international coach and great friend of Ian Foster, would rather reanimate the Wallabies than lend his talent to the Robertson-lead All Blacks. Mike Cron, the scrum coach guru, has shot the gap too, his ‘exit' interview with me on ZB was telling, his frustration over handling of the Foster/Robertson turmoil was palpable. He even swore on-air. Sheesh. With their trophy cabinet ransacked, their CEO exiting stage left and a mercurial AB side, a loss at the last bastion of All Black dominance would further erode the mystique of the jersey – if it hasn't dissipated already. Not freaked out by now, how you like these apples. In the Rugby Championship to date, the All Blacks lead the missed tackle count, lost the most turnovers, have scored the fewest points, the fewest clean breaks, meters made, and defenders beaten. I take no joy from these words, I've been a huge fan of Razor and quite possibly he may well be redeemed as the season unfolds, possibly a world cup in a couple of years, but it's difficult to watch what's unfolding and not feel the cold hand of creeping death choking the positivity out of you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks are two days away from defending the Eden Park fortress again in 2025 as they take on the Wallabies in the first Bledisloe Cup test. Scott Barrett has been ruled out due to a shoulder injury meaning Ardie Savea takes over the captaincy, Cam Roigard, Codie Taylor, Fabian Holland and Caleb Clarke all return to the starting side and Patrick Tuipolotu and Cortez Ratima return to the bench having recovered for their injuries. D'Arcy caught up with former All Black prop Craig Dowd to discuss the team named. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand will have first use of a groundbreaking device that's set to revolutionise concussion diagnosis for rugby players in the country. The world's first portable brain scanner - known as the Nurochek headset - will allow head injuries to be detected in just two minutes. Steve Devine is a former Blues and All Black halfback that had his career cut short in 2007 because of too many head injuries - and he joined D'Arcy to discuss the technology. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a sluggish start to the season Auckland have now won two on the bounce and will look to make it a third when they take on South Auckland rivals Counties Manukau later today. Counties Manukau are on the same streak, and will be bolstered by returning All Black halfback Cam Roigard who comes off the bench. Ahead of the pivotal clash, D'Arcy spoke with Auckland and All Blacks winger Caleb Clarke to preview the game and find out if he has any messages from the All Blacks coaching staff ahead of the first Bledisloe Cup test next weekend. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, in a blow for the Government, the economy has had a much larger slump than expected which the Finance Minister's blaming in part on Donald Trump's trade tariffs, negotiations between Health New Zealand and senior hospital doctors have hit a wall - Health NZ has asked the Employment Relations Authority to come up with a settlement, Contact Energy says it's seeking fast-track approval to adjust Lake Hawea's minimum operating level in a bid to help generate more renewable energy and keep the region's power supply reliable, we're joined by our sports panel - One News Sports Editor Abby Wilson and former All Black captain Taine Randell, and we cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh.

Welcome to epsiode 108 of Sports Management Podcast. James Kerr is bestselling author of Legacy, the book that revealed the leadership principles behind the legendary All Blacks. We spoke about: What truly defines high performance Why humility and accountability matter How culture can be designed and delivered in any team Transferable skills from sports to business And much more!  Time stamps: 00:01 Intro 04:03 Defining High Performance 07:25 All Blacks Principles 09:10 Purpose explained through “day makers” 11:22 How to build culture 15:45 Toxic people & the “no dickheads” rule 18:25 How behaviors spread 24:47 What would a great All Black do? 27:55 Saying yes means first saying no (focus & sacrifice) Follow Sports Management Podcast on social media Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube www.sportsmanagementpodcast.com

The All Blacks have taken a giant step backwards in a 43-10 crushing at the hands of South Africa in Wellington. It’s their worst ever defeat – shipping six tries to one after leading 10-7 at halftime. The performance has prompted questions about the team’s ability to recover and deliver consistent high-quality showings. So, what does this record-breaking display mean for the future of the All Blacks? Today on The Front Page, former All Black turned commentator Ant Strachan is with us to discuss the weekend, the consequences, and the future of the team. Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network. Host: Chelsea DanielsEditor/Producer: Richard MartinProducer: Jane YeeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the weekend the All Blacks suffered a record defeat, going down 43-10 to the Springboks in Wellington while conceding 36 unanswered second half points. Questions are being asked around the leadership of the side - including of captain Scott Barrett around what his role should be. Piney spoke with former All Black captain Reuben Thorne to hear his thoughts on captaining the All Blacks. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All Blacks Great Richard Loe joins the show to talk about the All Blacks historic hiding from the Springboks in Wellington, the problems at scrum time, the old All Black aura, modern rugby & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Saturday morning, the 13th of September, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We go to 1 Corinthians 9:27:”But I discipline my body and bring it into subjection, lest, when I have preached to others, I myself should become disqualified.” I want to say to you, my dear friend, today, and this applies to me equally, as believers and followers of Jesus Christ, we have to live disciplined lives. Undeserved loving kindness, unmerited favour, that's what grace is. We have been saved by grace through faith and that not of ourselves, for it was a gift from God. (Ephesians 2:8) but the Lord requires us to be good examples. Do not drop the ball, so to speak, by being a poor example to other believers and leading them astray.The other night, I was watching an interview on television for an upcoming international rugby match, a really important one between the All Blacks of New Zealand and the Springboks of South Africa. It was a very serious and intense discussion by rugby experts, and it was a panel of New Zealanders. The one interviewer asked one of the great All Black players, ”What is it that you think the team needs to concentrate on, when the Springboks come across to New Zealand because it's going to be a very critical match?” I was quite interested to hear what this man said. He said one word, ”Discipline.” He said,“We've got the players, the talent, but if we do not discipline ourselves we can lose the match.” Because when you get a yellow card, the player has to go off the field for ten minutes, and if you get two players off the field, you are now down from fifteen to thirteen players and the opposition has a distinct advantage and you can lose the match just by the lack of discipline.I want to say to you today as believers, we need to watch how we are living because we can give the opposition, I'm talking about the devil, a chance to get the upper hand in our lives. We need to get up in the morning. We need to eat correctly. We need to exercise. We need to spend time in the Word. We need to pray. This is Paul speaking when he says, ”I discipline my body and bring it into subjection.” It means it must come into submission, so that you become a good example of what a Christian should be like.Today, let's go out and discipline ourselves, and we will enjoy life a lot more as well.Jesus bless you and goodbye.

Former All Blacks wing Cory Jane has emphasised the importance of aerial kicking battles in international rugby and says the All Blacks must improve their technique under the high ball. It comes after the All Blacks and Springboks were pinged several times for shepherding on the back of contestable kicks, as the All Blacks extended their unbeaten Eden Park streak to 51 games last weekend. Speaking on Newstalk ZB's Weekend Sport with Jason Pine, Jane said with World Rugby cracking down on players shielding teammates catching high balls, “the importance of technique is back”. “I think there are too many guys jumping in the air and turning their bodies, turning their hips. And most teams that are chasing are just jumping to try to whack the ball back, they're actually not trying to catch the ball. “So, you have to be better with your technique and by that I mean being square into the collision. You're allowed to protect yourself with your knee jumping up and being nice and square, and guys should be able to back themselves to catch the ball.” The 53-test All Black said better technique would also lead to safer collisions. “If you turn your body and your knees a little bit sideways and you get hit you could fall on the back of your head, you can flip over the guy, so it's also a little bit of safety for the catcher to get back to a better technique.” Cory Jane says with World Rugby cracking down on players shielding teammates catching high balls, “the importance of technique is back”. Photo / Photosport Asked how tempting it is to look at defenders rushing at you while you're waiting to catch a high-ball, Jane said “you know that they're coming and you can feel them coming when you're watching the ball”. “You should do your homework. I know when I played a long, long time ago, you knew which wingers were chasing and how they like to attack the ball.” Jane said teams are also using a box kick as a weapon now, seeing it as an opportunity to put their opposition under pressure. “If you're playing with the ball and you're going eight, 10, 15 phases and you're not making any inroads into the defence, you can put yourself under pressure. So you see it at international level ... the box kicking or the kicking can take a little bit of pressure off your attack, can put pressure back on to the catching team and then you can put them under pressure with your defence.” He thought the All Blacks would opt for more running rugby in Wellington on Saturday night after being engaged in a kick-heavy affair in Auckland last weekend. “I don't think they'll want to continue to go into box kicks and play, I guess, the way that South Africa have played the game, but it's a great way to not put yourself under pressure.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Warriors face the four time defending champion Panthers at Mt Smart this weekend as the playoffs get underway, with the game coinciding with the All Blacks second test against the Springboks. One News Sports Editor Abby Wilson and former All Black captain Taine Randell joined RNZ's Friday sports panel.

The wife of a former All Black and NZ Māori player, Tutekawaka Wyllie, who is suffering from a brain disease caused by the game has said it is hurtful that they have never heard from NZ Rugby, offering the organisation to "come and feed him off a teaspoon if they like." Margaret Wyllie fought for years to get ACC to accept her husband has chronic traumatic encephalopathy or CTE, after suffering numerous head knocks playing top level rugby during the 1970s and 80s. Margaret Wyllie believes NZ Rugby has failed to acknowledge Tu's condition and spoke to Lisa Owen.

A former All Black, broadcaster, the world’s most famous whitebaiter, and Manukau Toyota Group Ambassador joins us to talk about the All Blacks and his GR Sport Hilux.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ric and Chappy are joined by former All Black loose forward Josh Kronfeld ahead of the huge Test match this weekend at Eden Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Du'Plessis Kirifi has had one of the more inspiring journeys to the top and is one heck of lad to top it off. From growing up in Taranaki and spending part of his childhood in Samoa, to working three jobs while chasing his rugby dream, Dups has had anything but a straight road to the top.He opens up on the setbacks that shaped him — missing out on NZ U20s after being told he was “good enough but a bit of a dickhead”, the grind of trying to pack on size when everyone said he was too small, and the lessons he learned from competing hard in his early Hurricanes days.But through sheer hard work and resilience, he's gone from labouring on worksites and sleeping in mates' garages to captaining Wellington, becoming a leader at the Hurricanes, and finally achieving his All Black dream.In this episode we chat about…Growing up between Samoa and Taranaki, and the values his family instilled in himThe brutal honesty that sparked his turnaround after missing NZ U20sThe conscious effort he puts into his speaking The near move to Japan and the moment that kept him in New ZealandThe call from Razor How he got such big Quads!And heaps moreAn inspiring story of perseverance, self-awareness — this is such a good epiosde. Dups is not only a competitor on the field but also one of the most thoughtful and articulate players in the game. What a lad! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tomorrow a big announcement beckons, as the All Blacks squad to take on the Springboks will be named and those 23 men will be tasked with defending the ultimate record at Eden Park. D'Arcy spoke with James Parsons, ex-All Black and Blues captain and current Sky Sport broadcaster to break down the match up and talk possible selections ahead of the big game. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Today's BizNews Briefing, South Africa's “Boere Buffett” Jannie Mouton leaves a R7bn legacy by turning Curro into a non-profit. Tshwane's corruption scandals deepen as Cilliers Brink speaks out, while Denel's mismanagement haunts taxpayers. Peter Major unpacks gold's explosive run, the FT highlights Bitcoin's role in collapsing Venezuela, and corporate results from Rainbow Chicken, Impala Platinum and Harmony Gold. We wrap up with All Black banter ahead of the Springbok clash.

The latest Western Force signing George Bridge is our guest this week and what a lad he is! From humble beginnings in Gisborne, to carving up for Canterbury, the Crusaders, and then going on to wear the black jersey on the biggest stage of all! But it hasn't all been smooth sailing. George had his struggles moving down to Christchurch as a 17 year old, he had to deal with some brutal injuries – knees, pec tears, appendicitis, he had three surgeries in eight months! He even played a Super Rugby Final with a nasty vomit bug. Despite all that, he kept bouncing back and showing his class and always finishing of tries!Some highlights for me in this one were..Hearing why he made the leap from Gisborne to Christchurch, The pathway he took to becoming an All Black,The influence of Leon MacDonald,The heartbreak of the 2019 World Cup semi-final, Why he moved to France and how he found itHis next chapter with the Force,And heaps more including all your questions.George is someone who always took his opportunity on the field through work rate and the never give up attitude. Players loved playing with this man cause he would never let them down and he is a champion lad! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marc Ellis has lived a life worthy of a dozen chapters. From Scarfie hijinks at Otago University to becoming an All Black and Kiwi league international, he carved out a career across rugby and league with Otago, North Harbour, the Blues, Highlanders, Warriors and Kiwis.Off the field, Marc co-founded Charlie's Juice, eventually selling it to Asahi for $129 million, and became one of New Zealand's biggest TV personalities on SportsCafe, Game of Two Halves and beyond – often alongside his infamous partner-in-crime, Matthew Ridge.In this wide-ranging conversation, Marc reflects on:The wild tours and “Susie” at the 1995 Rugby World CupSportsCafe chaos and his dynamic with RidgeyThe rise and sale of Charlie'sLife after fame, media stunts and what he's up to nowHis views on success, fatherhood and living out of the spotlightA true Kiwi icon – this is Marc Ellis like you've never heard him before.This episode is brought to you by the TAB. Got a hunch? Download the new app today and get your bet on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The All Blacks have defeated Argentina in the Rugby Championship. They dispatched a 24-41 victory over Los Pumas, who hosted the All Blacks at Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes in Córdoba. Former All Blacks coach John Hart told Mike Hosking that the dominant display still needs improving, citing a lack of discipline. ‘You wouldn't want to be doing that against South Africa' he said in regard to the All-Black's big matchup in three weeks. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports commentator Sam Ackerman looks ahead to the All Black's match this weekend against Argentina in Córdoba and the start of the upcoming Premier League season which starts tomorrow.

He's descended from a Treaty signatory, an All Black and the ‘Voice of New Zealand', but John Bryers Ruddock can't get his kids New Zealand citizenship - so he's taking legal action. John himself was born overseas and was dismayed to discover there was no easy way to secure Kiwi citizenship for his US-born children, in part because he was born offshore. He says it would have been easier to get approved if he was coming in as a migrant - and it feels 'unconstitutional'. "Because I'm not on a visa or applying for a visa myself, they all get charged individually. So normally, say, if I had 20 kids and I was here on a visa or applying for my residence visa, it would cost me $3200 for being all my dependent children. But because I'm a citizen and not on a visa, they charge them individually." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Angus Ta'avao is one of the biggest characters in New Zealand rugby, someone who is always good value to be around and has a great ability to bring a side together with his personality.Angus has done it all: NPC champ with Taranaki, Super Rugby champ with the Blues, he's an All Black, TV star, saxophone shredder and he is still playing rugby as good as he ever has! Angus is the ultimate lad. In this episode we get into- Why he has decided to move down to the Highlanders for 2026!- He talks through the moment when he said he'd never play rugby again.- He reflects on "that tackle" where he was concussed, red carded and suspended.- The journey he has been on as a father- He goes through the potential options for life after footy- We chat why he's decided to move south- And of course plenty of random chatThis one's got everything – laughs, honesty and a heap of inspiration from one of the great characters of our game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An exception to normal procedure at the Crusaders in bringing Richie Mo'unga back to the Super Rugby franchise. The 56-test All Black has signed an 18-month contract to return in July after three seasons playing in Japan. Crusaders boss Colin Mansbridge says they're stoked Mo'unga is returning to his home franchise. He told Mike Hosking this type of contract is probably the way of the future – athletes gaining experience elsewhere before returning to the game. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richie Mo'unga will return to New Zealand Rugby next year, via the NPC with Canterbury. The 56-test All Black has signed an 18-month contract to return to New Zealand Rugby in July next year - after three seasons playing in Japan. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The squad for the All Black's 2025 Rugby Championship campaign was named on Monday, with four uncapped players making the cut for the tournament beginning in just under a fortnight. Halfback Kyle Preston spoke to Corin Dann.

A Canterbury farmer and former All Black discusses positivity in the primary sector. He also ponders why arable farmers may not be as confident in the recent Federated Farmers survey. And what is a “rural-rural divide”?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crusaders prop Fletcher Newell is the latest All Black to re-commit to New Zealand Rugby to after the 2027 World Cup.

Stephen Donald has had an iconic, if not turbulent rugby career. He was an All Black for four years, playing from 2008 to 2011, and capped it off by kicking the winning penalty in the 2011 Rugby World Cup. Donald joined Piney to discuss that moment, what he's been up to in the years after retiring from the game, and what he makes of the current All Blacks performances. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we spoke to former All Black and Rugby Union great Chris Masoe about the upcoming Classics fixture against a Classic Pasifika XV

Sam Darry is a massive lad! Standing at over 2 metres tall and at just 24 years old the man has achieved and been through a lot! And it feels like he is still just getting started, After dominating schoolboy footy, Sam signed with Canterbury young and then made a bold move to head north to the Blues, a decision that he felt gave him the opportunity to become one of the best young locks in the game. It's fair to say it's worked out pretty well for him, being an important piece of the puzzle in the Blues 2024 winning season and going on to become an All Black.In this episode we dive into:Growing up with his mum Kat being being the All Blacks nutritionist How rowing at college helped shape him as an athleteWhy he decided to turn down the Crusaders to head to the BluesTom Robinson's top-tier pranksHow Vern Cotter helped his gameWhat it meant to win the 2024 Super Rugby Title with the BluesWhy Jase Ryan had to square him before his debutHis tight bond with Luke Romano, and lessons he'll never forgetHow he has handled the different injuries he has been hit with throughout his careerAnd how he plans to attack the next three years with a World Cup in sightBig Sam Darry is sharp, humble, and full of unreal yarns. He is on his way to becoming one of the greats, and this episode gives you an insight into the journey and the man of the future legend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to a new episode of the Pick and Go podcast. After the first test against France there were mixed feelings going into the second. Were the All Blacks rusty, or were the French way better than we gave them credit for? Was there cause for concern? Well, it seems the Real Razor All Blacks have arrived and they arrived in style. Not only was the win in the second test against France comprehensive, the ABs played with a style and flair that we've come to expect from the ABs coach. Is this a signal that NZ rugby is evolving? After last week's revelations about call ups and presents, Piri Weepu once again takes us behind the current of life as an All Black.

We catch up with a former All Black to get his thoughts on this weekend’s second test against France in Wellington.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the cypher. Audio Nuggets is where you will find a symbiotic force; both the heaviness of the air to breathe, and the light of freedom of liberation. Where human consciousness is alive. Each voice has a moment to spotlight their IT; their shine; their journey; their truth; their gold. Tanesha Grant, Executive Director of Parents Supporting Parents in New York, joins Mining For Gold to co-host this revelatory episode- Black Liberation Community Vigil: What is Freedom and Healing for Stolen Children?The Black Liberation Community are beloved comrades who have come together in a brave, sacred space over the past two years — to laugh, cry, talk shit, hold each other through the pain of losing loved one, to imagine and practice new worlds while abolishing our internalized beliefs, and loving on each other in ALL Black. This practice supports our collective healing. The Black Liberation Community is live in the cypher to publicize a vigil as a part of our duty and commitment to Stolen Children's Month. We are joined by Edwin from Iowa, Samara from Arizona, Latoya from Arkansas and Courtney from Washington DC. In the background, America celebrates freedom and independence while carcerality reigns, and imperialism continues to inflict horrific family separation.  As you listen, you will feel the beautiful rhythm and the vibrations of the Black Liberation Community coming together to reclaim our liberated rights. To heal…to love…to commune...to challenge…and to grow.This show is part of the SafeCamp Audio podcast network. Learn more at SafeCampAudio.org.

The All Blacks became the first team to notch up 500 test-match wins when they scraped to a 31-27 win against France at Dunedin's Forsyth Barr Stadium at the weekend. Sky commentator Tony Johnson and former All Black captain Taine Randell spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

Scott Robertson has named an intriguing side to take on France under the roof at Forsyth Barr Stadium. One day out from the first All Black test of the season and one debutant cutting his teeth this weekend has revealed a surprising skill. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.

The first Dutch All Black, four debutants, a backline shuffle and a lock at loose forward are the talking points of the All Blacks team named to play France in this weekend's first test in Dunedin. Fabian Holland will become the first All Black from the Netherlands and joins captain Scott Barrett in the second row. RNZ rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Lisa Owen.

A former All Black gives his opinion on the current team, before discussing Heartland rugby.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Billionaire entrepreneur Anna Mowbray and her former-All Black husband Ali Williams, have been given permission to build a helipad at their 24 million dollar luxury Auckland waterfront home. Elena Keith from Quiet Sky Waitemata opposed the application, she spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

In today's episode, the Government announces it will introduce new penalties for those who hurl coward punches, to reflect the gravity of their crime. The weight-loss injection Wegovy, that has the same active ingredient as Ozempic, hits shelves in New Zealand. The Auditor-General reprimands the Defence Force for accepting gifts and hospitality from commercial suppliers. Billionaire entrepreneur Anna Mowbray and her former-All Black husband Ali Williams, have been given permission to build a helipad at their 24 million dollar luxury Auckland waterfront home. And New Zealand golfer Ryan Fox is lending his support to the campaign to save the Takapuna Golf Course on Auckland's North Shore.

Helicopters are such an Auckland issue. I love helicopters. I have flown in a lot of helicopters. Our place is on a flight path north. People who go to the Bay of Islands and to the flash golf courses north of Auckland fly over our place. On a sunny Saturday they start 6.30am-ish in summer. On a still day you hear them coming maybe 30 seconds before you might see them. Because I like them, I have never understood the Waiheke moaners who can't stand them and want them banned on their island. To me a helicopter is full of people going places, i.e. tourists and golfers. These are people we like and want. If you haven't followed the story, Ali Williams, once an All Black, and Anna Mowbray, part of the Zuru clan, are a couple and they have a house in Westmere, which is an inner-city suburb in Auckland. They applied to land their chopper at their place. Cue the horror. Far too much money and time has been spent on this – over 1400 submissions. That's right, 1400. And what was mad about it was a number of submissions submitted that they had no view. You can't make this up. The number of people who are clearly bored out of their minds is unreal. Many a submission against their use of a chopper in suburbia came from people who don't even live in Auckland. Not only were they not close to the landing pad, but they're not even in the same city, i.e. it's got nothing to do with you. Lawyers, council staff, submissions, hearings, and Lord knows how many hours and dollars and, as you will have heard, Williams and Mowbray win. They can land at their place two times a day for no more than 10 times a month. There is nothing, said the Commissioners, untoward, unacceptable, or significantly out of character with helicopter noise, which I think is fair enough. But two questions; 1) How many got exercised out of petty jealousy, i.e. rich folks doing stuff we don't like? 2) How unpopular does it make them? And do they care? There is of course the precedent now. Suburbia and choppers are no big deal. Very Auckland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Pacific Waves today: PNG police blame overrun prisons on mass breakouts; Guam removed from US nuclear compensation Vanuatu completes WHO disaster evaluation; Dream come true for new All Black recruits. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

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Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com5 Best Books to Read in 2025 (That Will Change Your Life)In this 1:1 episode, I'm sharing the 5 books that are shaping my 2025—and why they might just change your life too.From personal mastery to performance, longevity to leadership—these reads have shifted how I think, work, and live. If you want to grow this year, start with the right inputs. These are mine.In this episode, you'll discover:Why The Wealth Money Can't Buy might be Robin Sharma's most important book yetThe single mindset shift from Essentialism that'll change how you manage timeWhat I learnt about legacy and leadership from All Black legend Sam Whitelock's autobiographyThe biohacking breakthroughs inside Tony Robbins' 600+ page deep dive, Life ForceA sneak peek into my upcoming book, Habits of High Performers, and how to claim $450+ in launch bonusesIf you're serious about growth this year, don't just scroll—read.Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.comHave me deliver a keynote or workshop to your team - email Caroline at Caroline@jjlaughlin.comListen to the episode I did with Greg McKeown here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TDX3h5Tx09M&list=PLwEV0R3KOLDBvJ3Wy6hdPZ_6yddT3lAIl&index=38 Send me a personal text message- Pre-order my new book TODAY - www.thehabitbook.comSupport the show

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The ARP crew get into the proposed World Club Championship. What might hold it back from happening? Who would dominate if it happened this year?We also get into what led to the Chiefs tearing up Moana Pasifika and who will top the table. Should Leroy Carter be an All Black, is Fabian Holland a shoo-in at lock and why is Jorja Miller a game changer for the Black Ferns?Aotearoa Rugby Pod is brought to you by Ashley and Martin Medical Hair Centres.Super Rugby Finals permutationsChiefs top· Chiefs win with bonus· Chiefs win without bonus but Crusaders don't get bonus point win.· Chiefs draw with Highlanders and Crusaders lose/draw with Brumbies Crusaders top· Chiefs lose and Crusaders beat Brumbies· Chiefs win but Crusaders win with bonus and make up 116 point differential· Chiefs draw with Highlanders and Crusaders beat Brumbies Brumbies top· Brumbies beat Crusaders and Chiefs lose without bonus· Brumbies beat Crusaders without bonus and Chiefs lose with bonus. But, Brumbies make up 125 point differential.· Chiefs draw with Highlanders and Brumbies get bonus point win over Crusaders. But, have to make up 125 point different Moana Pasifika top six· Moana beat Hurricanes and Blues lose/draw to Tahs· Moana beat Hurricanes with bonus point and Blues beat Tah without bonus· Moana and Blues get bonus wins and Reds lose to Drua without bonus. All end on 33 points and Blues drop out with less wins. Blues top 6· Beat Tahs and MP lose/draw with Canes· Beats Tahs with bonus and MP beat Hurricanes without bonus Tahs Top 6· Beat Blues and MP lose to Hurricanes· Beat Blues with bonus and MP draw with Canes Games· Highlanders v Chiefs· Brumbies v Crusaders· Blues v Waratahs· Hurricanes v MP· Reds v Drua Crusaders· What is going on with the Crusaders?· Time to start O'Connor? Is Rivez the man for the finals?· Havili in form? Teams worked out that if you shut him down then you're in.· Can they actually beat the Brumbies?· Brumbies can go through and around? Highlanders – · 22 entries – what do they do to fix that?· Holland form – 95 year old's question Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christian Wade is our special guest on the pod! He chats to Ugo, Ashy and Danny about his shock move to rugby league and how it all came about. Does this mean Ashy's Premiership try-scoring record is safe? We also react to Johnny Sexton joining Andy Farrell's Lions coaching team and look at the impact on those in contention for the 10 jersey this summer. Plus, Leinster sign another All Black, and it was a big weekend in the race for a Premiership play-off place.