Podcast appearances and mentions of Gareth Hughes

Kathryn is joined by Gareth Hughes and Tim Hurdle to look at the week in politics.

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast with Andrew Dickens for Tuesday, 9 June, 2026, we ask Energy Minister Simeon Brown who'll pay for a billion-dollar liquefied natural gas import terminal now he's dropping the levy. We talk to Independent Children's Monitor chief executive Arran Jones about how Oranga Tamariki is letting down Maori children. Jetstar chief executive Stephanie Tully celebrates 17 years in New Zealand skies with a promise they'll keep flying more routes. And on The Huddle, Brigitte Morten and Gareth Hughes on whether they've cut their alcohol consumption - like many New Zealanders. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Carrington Hospital, also known as Building One, was built in 1867 and stands as a monument to Victorian era healthcare in New Zealand. Until 2018, this category 1 heritage building was part of Unitec's Mt Albert Campus, but was sold to the government as part of the Carrington Residential Development - Te Kukūnga Waka. The goal was to build 4,000 new homes in collaboration with Ockham Residential and various iwi. However, concerns have been raised by locals about the degrading state of Building One as well as whether local infrastructure will be able to cope with intensification. I spoke to a range of individuals who want to see the building preserved, and attended some of their protests. This Carrington Building One movement is also active on Facebook and Instagram.  Among the people I spoke to were Chris Casey, Chair of the Cachet Foundation, Helen White, MP for Mt Albert, Gareth Hughes, operator of the Waterview Coffee Project, Allan Matson, President of the Civic Trust as well as a high school student from Mt Albert. I also reached out to the owner's Ockham Residential and Marutūāhu, as well as Auckland Council and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, for comment. 

Gareth, Tim and Susie discuss recent events in politics including the pre-Budget announcements. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Gareth, Tim and Susie discuss recent events in politics including the pre-Budget announcements. 

Gareth Hughes is the Director of the Wellbeing Economy Alliance Aotearoa is a former Green MP and is no longer a member of any political party. Tim Hurdle is a former National senior adviser, consultant and director of several companies.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Gareth Hughes is the Director of the Wellbeing Economy Alliance Aotearoa is a former Green MP and is no longer a member of any political party. Tim Hurdle is a former National senior adviser, consultant and director of several companies.

Ben, Gareth and Kathryn discuss whether Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has the support of his caucus.

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 15 April, 2026, a top economist explains why the Government's not properly preparing for a fuel crisis. A nutritionist disputes Donald Trump's claim that diet drinks kill cancer cells. Former All Blacks captain Taine Randell tells us why he wants to be the New Zealand First MP for Tukituki. And on The Huddle, Maurice Williamson and Gareth Hughes discuss the demise of Moana Pasifika in Super Rugby. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 26 March, 2026, we look at Labour's plan for who should pay the surcharge on credit cards. A big win for self-employed midwives in their court battle against the Health Ministry. We ask a psychologist if you should share your location with your partner. And on The Huddle, David Farrar and Gareth Hughes debate the danger of the Tom Phillips story going on Netflix. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 17 March, 2026, food prices are up - and a Kiwi staple, mince, is leading the way. We ask Infometrics chief executive Brad Olsen if it's going to get worse. We'll tell you about a new ratings system for schools. An economist on why more of us should be working from home right now. And on The Huddle, we ask Jordan Williams and Gareth Hughes if the private lives of politicians like Chris Hipkins should be aired in public. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kathryn, Gareth and Ron discuss recent events in politics including New Zealand's response to conflict in the Middle East. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

The political panel discusses recent events in politics, including New Zealand's response to conflict in the Middle East.

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 5 March, 2026, we ask Transport Minister Chris Bishop why the government's looking at scrapping the clean car standard altogether. A Gisborne farmer tells us why he's got a beef with changes to the rural school bus service. Black Cap Cole McConchie on what it was like having a front-row seat to Finn Allen's blistering century - the fastest-ever at a T20 World Cup. And on The Huddle with Jordan Williams and Gareth Hughes we hear how there could be more polling bad news for National. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth, Ben and Kathryn discuss recent events in politics including the latest on Auckland's housing intensification plans. 

Gareth, Ben and Kathryn discuss recent events in politics including the latest on Auckland's housing intensification plans.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

  This is the 250th episode of my podcast, 'Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast' For this episode, I interview Welsh Football fan, Mr. Gareth Hughes as we discuss the Wales National Team during the 1986 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.  For any questions/comments, you may contact us: You may also contact me on this blog, on twitter @sp1873 and on facebook under Soccernostalgia. https://linktr.ee/sp1873  Mr. Paul Whittle, @1888letter on twitter and https://the1888letter.com/contact/ https://linktr.ee/BeforeThePremierLeague  You may also follow the podcast on spotify and Apple podcasts all under ‘Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast' Please leave a review, rate and subscribe if you like the podcast. Mr. Hughes' contact info: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gareth.hughes.37604 Twitter: @pontblyddyn  Listen on Spotify / Apple:  https://open.spotify.com/episode/1PfTL2LcbwUlHsbZQaWFsn?si=ERGjG6bDSXGtVujuhH339Q&nd=1&dlsi=17c0685a122e4ea2https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soccernostalgia-talk-podcast-episode-250-interview/id1601074369?i=1000749903587Youtube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIgBQQBLis8 Blog Link: https://soccernostalgia.blogspot.com/2026/02/soccernostalgia-talk-podcast-episode_15.htmlSupport the show

Gareth, Ben and Kathryn discuss the latest in politics.

Gareth, Ben and Kathryn discuss the latest in politics including the election date, latest polls and what sort of campaign might be run this year.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Kathryn, Tim and Gareth discuss recent events in politics including the reform of the Resource Management Act. 

Kathryn, Tim and Gareth discuss recent events in politics including the reform of the Resource Management Act. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Kathryn, Ben and Gareth discuss recent events in politics including the latest on the replacement inter-island ferries. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Ben and Gareth discuss recent events in politics.

Political commentators Ben Thomas and Gareth Hughes.

Gareth and Ben discuss the week's politics.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Gareth Hughes is the Director of the Wellbeing Economy Alliance Aotearoa is a former Green MP and is no longer a member of any political party. Tim Hurdle is a former National senior adviser, consultant and director of several companies. He is currently the Campaign Director for Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown. [picture id="4K7TZUT_For_lease_corner_jpg" crop="16x10" layout="full"] Gareth and Tim discuss the week in politics including how small businesses are faring. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Gareth Hughes and Tim Hurdle discuss the latest poll focussed on which party can manage the cost of living better, an announcement on supermarkets and what the expectations are for the Tāmaki Makaurau by-election.

Gareth Hughes is the Director of the Wellbeing Economy Alliance Aotearoa is a former Green MP and is no longer a member of any political party. Ben Thomas is a former National government press secretary, a columnist and a director of public affairs firm Capital.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Gareth Hughes is the Director of the Wellbeing Economy Alliance Aotearoa is a former Green MP and is no longer a member of any political party. Ben Thomas is a former National government press secretary, a columnist and a director of public affairs firm Capital.

Episode 174 Gareth Hughes – From Accounting to Energy InnovationIn this episode, we speak with Gareth Hughes, an energy professional whose journey began in accountancy before making a bold transition into the sustainability and energy sector.Gareth shares how his early career in finance gave him a solid foundation, but it was his passion for meaningful impact that led him to retrain and reimagine his future. Now fully embedded in the energy world, Gareth is helping businesses navigate the complexities of carbon reduction, energy strategy, and net-zero ambitions.We discuss:What inspired Gareth to change careersThe value of upskilling in a shifting energy landscapePractical steps organisations can take to manage energy more effectivelyWhy purpose-driven careers matter more than everA fascinating conversation with someone who's living proof that it's never too late to change direction and make a real difference.

Gareth Hughes is the Director of the Wellbeing Economy Alliance Aotearoa is a former Green MP and is no longer a member of any political party. Liam Hehir is a Palmerston North lawyer, political commentator and a National Party member.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Gareth Hughes and Liam Hehir are this week's political commentators.

Gareth Hughes, former Green MP joins Emile Donovan.

Tonight on The Huddle, Wellbeing Economy Alliance director Gareth Hughes and Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Experts have coined the term 'passenger parenting' - what do we make of this phenomenon? What did we think of UK chancellor Rachel Reeves crying in the House? Is there an argument for more vulnerability in public - or has this display done women a disservice? Have this week's law and order changes been a sign the Government is trying to shore up some wins ahead of the election? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth and Fletcher discuss the week's politics, including the death of sitting MP Takutai Tarsh Kemp. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Gareth and Fletcher discuss the week's politics, including the death of sitting MP Takutai Tarsh Kemp. 

Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland councillor Maurice Williamson and Wellbeing Economy Alliance director Gareth Hughes joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Farmers are up in arms over new changes to the FBT that could potentially impact ute owners. What do we make of this? Do we see the Government changing this? Was it a mistake for New Zealand to pull funding for the Cook Islands? How bad do the optics look here? Shane Jones is floating the idea of getting rid of regional Government altogether. Is this a good idea? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth Hughes is a former Member of Parliament, political commentator, author, and passionate advocate for economic transformation. With a decade of experience in Parliament representing the Green Party, Gareth held key roles including Party Whip, strategist, and Chair of the Social Services and Community Select Committee. Before his time in politics, Gareth led climate campaigns with Greenpeace, helping to drive awareness and action on critical environmental issues.Gareth now serves as Director of WEAll Aotearoa Wellbeing Economy Alliance, a Te Tiriti-led, non-partisan ‘think and do' tank focused on reimagining Aotearoa New Zealand's economy to prioritise the wellbeing of people and te taiao (the natural world). Through research, advocacy, and coalition-building, the WEAll Aotearoa team are helping to shape a future where thriving communities and ecosystems are at the heart of economic decision-making.In this episode, we discuss:Gareth's journey from climate activism to Parliament to economic systems changeHow his personal and political experiences shaped a deep commitment to systemic economic changeWhy the current economic model is failing—and why change is urgentWhat a well-being economy really means (and what it's not)Challenging common myths about economic growth and prosperityWhy Aotearoa needs an economy that works for everyone, within planetary boundariesThe mission and work of WEAll Aotearoa—empowering communities, policymakers, and businesses to co-create changeThe Wellbeing Economy Alliance—a global movement, now in 19 countriesTools and frameworks for action, including the Wellbeing Economy Policy Design GuideBusiness as a force for goodGareth's nationwide listening tour—hearing how everyday New Zealanders want the economy to workBarriers to shifting the system, and how we can overcome themWhat success could look like, and Gareth's message of hope and actionHow you can support WEAll Aotearoa and get involved in the movementGareth offers a hopeful, grounded, and inspiring conversation about how we can reimagine the economy to truly serve both people and the planet.To view all the links to the websites and documents, visit the show notes on our website.Please support our work and enable us to deliver more content by buying us a coffee or becoming a member of Athletes for Nature.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Bluesky, subscribe to this podcast, and share this episode with your friends and family.

 This is the 191st episode of my podcast, 'Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast' For this episode, I interview Welsh Football fan, Mr. Gareth Hughes as we discuss the Wales National Team during the 1984 UEFA Euros qualifiers.  For any questions/comments, you may contact us: You may also contact me on this blog, on twitter @sp1873 and on facebook under Soccernostalgia. https://linktr.ee/sp1873  Mr. Paul Whittle, @1888letter on twitter and https://the1888letter.com/contact/ https://linktr.ee/BeforeThePremierLeague  You may also follow the podcast on spotify and Apple podcasts all under ‘Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast' Please leave a review, rate and subscribe if you like the podcast. Mr. Hughes' contact info: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gareth.hughes.37604 Twitter: @pontblyddyn     Listen on Spotify / Apple:  https://open.spotify.com/episode/1CAVVqhQ9LfXmz3Ytrz1oG?si=SYtKjpkYRkWPgjePZZI4Uw&nd=1&dlsi=66b69f74c5a148cdhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soccernostalgia-talk-podcast-episode-191-interview/id1601074369?i=1000712992165 Youtube Link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lt6lbqYhRpE  Blog Link:  https://soccernostalgia.blogspot.com/2025/06/soccernostalgia-talk-podcast-episode_15.htmlSupport the show

Brigitte Morten and Gareth Hughes discuss the latest in politics.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Brigitte Morten and Gareth Hughes discuss the latest in politics.

Heather Roy, the former deputy leader of the ACT party, Stuart Nash a former Labour MP, who was Minister for Police, Tourism and Economic and Regional Development in the last Labour government and Gareth Hughes the Director of the Wellbeing Economy Alliance Aotearoa, and who was Green MP for a decade spoke to Lisa Owen about the 2025 Budget.

Gareth Hughes is the Director of the Wellbeing Economy Alliance Aotearoa is a former Green MP and is no longer a member of any political party. Tim Hurdle was an adviser in previous National governments. He works in strategic communication and advisory, and is currently campaign director for Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Gareth Hughes is the Director of the Wellbeing Economy Alliance Aotearoa is a former Green MP and is no longer a member of any political party. Tim Hurdle was an adviser in previous National governments. He works in strategic communication and advisory, and is currently campaign director for Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown.

Politics: Gareth Hughes and Ben Thomas talk about the Prime Minister's fortunes, Winston Peter's clash with RNZ and the NZ First Member's Bill to legally define a women

On our 164th episode of The Horse & Hound Podcast, which is supported by Agria this month, we hear from Gareth Hughes, who is one of Britain's top dressage riders, with countless championship appearances to his name. Gareth speaks to Horse & Hound dressage editor Oscar Williams about the all-new FEI dressage working group, tips for new riders starting out, and how the world of dressage has shifted over the years. We hope you enjoy listening.

Gareth Hughes and Tim Hurdle discuss supermarkets, ferries and RMA reform 

Political commentators, Gareth Hughes and Brigitte Morten discuss the turmoil on the world stage, the Prime Minister's issues with communication, controversial proposed arrest powers and the proposed four year parliamentary term. 

Gareth Hughes and Liam Hehir look ahead to the year in politics.

Gareth Hughes and Tim Hurdle discuss recent political events.