Podcast appearances and mentions of Peter Dunne

New Zealand has long had a problem with alcohol abuse. A report last year from the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research found that the total estimated harm from alcohol use costs $9.1 billion in a single year. Peter Dunne argues the costs are a result of a decades-long failure in policy – saying that we need to do away with broad stroke approaches and target those prone to binge drinking. He told Kerre Woodham that we should be targeting the response to those who are most affected by alcohol harm, and therefore making interventions early as opposed to a broad sweep that hasn't worked. Dunne says our cost of alcohol abuse is as high as it ever was. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The cost of alcohol abuse in this country is absolutely phenomenal. Worldwide, I can't even imagine what it would be, but here in this country it's bad enough. A report that came out last year from the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research, the first of its kind since 2009, found that: The cost of alcohol abuse in terms of alcohol harm based on disability adjusted life years is $9.1 billion. $4.8b associated with disability-adjusted life years from Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) $1.2 b associated with disability-adjusted life years from alcohol use disorder $281m - intimate partner violence (for alcohol use disorder alone) $74m - child maltreatment (for hazardous drinking alone), $2.1b in societal cost of road crashes where alcohol was a factor $4b in lost productivity associated with alcohol use, including FASD, crimes and workplace absenteeism $810m, predominantly in health and ACC spending. Peter Dunne, in an article in Newsroom this week, argues that these costs are a result of a decades-long failure in policy. He says when he was working for the Alcoholic Liquor Advisory Council way back in the late 70s, they undertook the first national survey of New Zealanders' alcohol consumption and drinking patterns. The most dramatic finding, he says, was that 9% of drinkers were responsible for two-thirds of the alcohol drunk. Of all the alcohol consumed in the country, 9% of drinkers drink two-thirds of it. He says that told you there were binge drinkers, problem drinkers, who made up a minority of the population, and a minority of the drinking population, but consumed the most, and that's where education and policy should have been directed. However, around the same time that survey came out, the World Health Organisation came up with its own policy and advised that government interventions should focus on reducing alcohol consumption levels overall to reduce the number of alcohol-related problems, rather than focus on specific groups. So you've had broad-brush, once over lightly programmes, you know, general, ‘hey guys, you know, it's not what you drink, it's how you're drinking', the general programs. And that, he says, has failed. Most people do know how to drink sensibly. They'll enjoy a glass or two of wine occasionally, and that'll be that. A couple of beers on a hot day after a surf. Fantastic. Then there are those of us who board a sky-sailing pirate ship to whiskey Valhalla and it's hoots way hay and off as Caitlin Moran put it. And sometimes that's fine, and sometimes that's not. When you set out to lose control, chuck everything in the air and see where it all lands, sometimes it lands you in a police cell, or hospital, or in the bed of someone you shouldn't be with. And that's when the trouble starts. Peter Dunne argues that we need to do away with the broad-brush approach and focus on the binge drinkers, the problem drinkers. Targeted policies for that 9 to 10% of the population who cannot drink sensibly, who do not drink moderately, and who are causing all of the harm. Do you need to be told how much you should drink, when you should drink it, like not when you're pregnant? Do you need to be told that? Do you just switch off when you drink and think, oh for heaven's sake, who on earth are they talking to? I know all of this stuff. Do we need to be focusing on the people who need to hear the message, all that money going into general education, redirected to those groups who need to hear the message most, and putting more of the money into the rehabilitation and the turning around and the changing of dangerous drinking behaviours? That is a hell of a lot of money to spend on disordered drinking, on problem drinking. And it's not you, probably, or you. But over there in the corner, it's us. And we're the ones that need to hear the message, not them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Green MP Benjamin Doyle's resignation from Parliament was inevitable. That's according to former MP Peter Dunne - who says it's the right outcome for both Doyle and Parliament. Doyle - who faced questions over controversial social media posts earlier this year - says they've faced an onslaught of hate and violent threats. Dunne says Doyle's made the right choice. He says it removes a distraction from Parliament and removes Doyle from an environment in which they clearly didn't fit. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Government's move to allow wealthy foreigners to buy luxury homes in New Zealand and the rise of the sovereign citizen movement.

Small domestic airlines are welcoming the Government's 30 million dollars of loans to help with rising cost, and a unique home on the water in Whangarei Harbour.

Will either party be tempted to roll the dice on a new leader before the election? Former MP and United Future Party leader Peter Dunne has seen plenty come and go - he joins Nights.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Sarah Perriam-Lampp and Peter Dunne . To begin: the NCEA annoucnment from the government sees Erica Stanford and Christopher Luxon proposing to abolish and replace NCEA. They also discuss the government's plans to revise the Conservation Act which includes charging international visitors $20-40 dollars to access four popular sites - Cathedral Cove, the Tongariro Crossing, Milford Sound and Aoraki Mount Cook.

The panel looks at the Gaza Crisis and 5 options for further action that New Zealand could take. they then discuss and mull over why some people love spoilers and others will run a mile.

US President Donald Trump has inked an executive order raising tariffs on Kiwi goods from 10% to 15%. What impact will this have on our exporters - and how did Australia get away with staying at 10%? Also, FBI director Kash Patel was in Wellington this week opening a brand new permanent office. Should Kiwis be concerned about having the FBI in town? To answer those questions, former Minister and Ohariu MP Peter Dunne and political commentator and Capital director Ben Thomas joined Nick Mills for Friday Faceoff. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Youth Parliament is there to give aspiring politicians a taste of a future career, but after three decades the value of the event is in question A former politician says change is needed to the Youth Parliament system if it's to stay relevant.MP-turned political commentator Peter Dunne says the scheme isn't just "a rag-tag collection of young people coming together for a couple of days to play at being MPs," but if the event is going to be taken seriously, more consistency is required around its processes.That's not the case at the moment, in everything from how the teens are selected to the quality of the mentorship they're getting.The tri-annual event usually passes under the media radar, but this year's event was overshadowed by what a handful of Youth MPs said was censorship of their speeches.…Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Former MP and cabinet minister Peter Dunne thinks MPs have an obligation to the public to serve out their full terms, after New Zealand First list MP Tanya Unkovich became the seventh MP to resign since the 2023 election.

Commentators Peter Dunne and Sue Moroney discuss the government's urgent move to reform pay equity legislation and the implications for women voters, the passing of the Regulatory Standards Bill, and the sudden elevation of the recently announced Bill to ban social media for under 16s. Peter Dunne was the leader of United Future , and is a former MP and Minister who's worked in governing arrangements with both National and Labour. Sue Moroney is a former MP with the Labour Party and now chief executive of Community Law Centres Aotearoa. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Commentators Peter Dunne and Sue Moroney discuss the government's urgent move to reform pay equity legislation and the implications for women voters, the passing of the Regulatory Standards Bill, and the sudden elevation of the recently announced Bill to ban social media for under 16s.

The college of Caridinals has elected a new Pope - and he's the first to hail from the United States. Will he continue Francis' liberal legacy? Also, outgoing Labour MP David Parker says New Zealand's MMP system has led to more polarisation in our politics and is in favour of a preferential voting system. Is MMP working? To answer those questions, former Minister Peter Dunne and BusinessDesk property editor Maria Slade joined Nick Mills for Friday Faceoff. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Peter Dunne & Boopsie Maran. The trio discuss Nationals proposed social media ban for under 16s. Plus the Government halting all pay equity claims, and the Auditor-General launching an inquiry into David Seymour's school lunch programme. Peter Dunne is a former MP and Government Minister, turned commentator. Boopsie Maran is an urban strategist and founder of Places for Good a Tamaki Makaurau based community engagement and placemaking collective.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Peter Dunne & Boopsie Maran. They look at whether Newmarket's Westfield mall is killing neighbouring businesses, and Blenheim's CBD dilemma. Peter Dunne is a former MP and Government Minister, turned commentator. Boopsie Maran is an urban strategist and founder of Places for Good a Tamaki Makaurau based community engagement and placemaking collective.

A focus on 'Australian values' during geopolitical uncertainty could explain the vast gap between the two parties at Saturday's federal election, according to one expert. Labor swept to a majority victory - securing Prime Minister Anthony Albanese a historic second term. It's widely thought US President Donald Trump's volatility has influenced the outcome. But political commentator Peter Dunne says Albanese's messages about what Australia wants and needs left an impact. "That's the kernel of the truth here - talk about the real things and in that environment, people will opt for the thing they know, the certainty and the stability rather than the fear of the unknown." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Peter Dunne and Georgie Stylianou. They discuss Winston Peters' defence of proposed gender legislation, the fight to earn a living wage by Resene workers and a heritage battle over lifting protections for Auckland's gracious old villas and bungalows.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panelists Peter Dunne and Georgie Stylianou. They talk about the devastation being caused by the exotic caulerpa seaweed in Northland, and the DIY dentistry trend on TikTok. 

Christopher Luxon had a spree of phone calls with world leaders this week regarding the ongoing U.S. trade war, but Winston Peters says he should have been consulted beforehand. Political commentator Peter Dunne says the Prime Minister was completely in his right to make calls without speaking to the Foreign Minister first. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panelists Sue Bradford & Peter Dunne. The trio discuss: Winston Peters taking aim at Green MP Benjamin Doyle's social media posts, the governments Cook Straight ferry announcements, and plans to increase competition in the supermarket sector.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Sue Bradford & Peter Dunne. The trio discuss: who should enforce the new wage theft law, whether cafe's are getting dangerously loud, and Wallace asks... What happened to hobbies? Sue Bradford is an activist and former Green MP Peter Dunne a former cabinet minister and former leader of United Future

En este episodio de WWE Raw en Netflix 2/17/25, analizamos la lucha de Penta vs Peter Dunne. Seth Rollins busca entrar a el Elimination Chamber. Jey Uso y Gunther se van a los golpes mientras su rivalidad toma forma. Sami Zayn vs Kevin Owens en oficial en Canada. Aj Styles vs Dominik Mysterio y mucho más!#wweraw #wwe #100wrestlingpodcast

David Seymour is pushing for New Zealand to adopt a four-year parliamentary term. The ACT Party leader says in a longer term, select committees would be organised differently to ensure the opposition always has a majority there. Political Commentator Peter Dunne says the government will soon put the issue to a referendum. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has floated the idea of campaigning on asset sales at the next election - but what does the government have to sell? Also, a three-day police operation that saw 14 people arrested for being in possession of stolen trolleys has drawn criticism from some local leaders, alleging its an attack on the poor. Is this an appropriate use of police resources? To answer those questions, former Minister and Ohariu MP Peter Dunne and Silvereye managing director Jo Coughlan joined Nick Mills for Friday Faceoff. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on the second part of The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Sarah Perriam-Lampp and Peter Dunne discuss new data showing the impact hunger has on student results and the Hamilton community's effort to make Lake Rotoroa swimmable.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Sarah Perriam-Lampp and Peter Dunne discuss the year ahead in politics and President Donald Trump's vow to buy Greenland. 

Parliament is back to business today and straight into it with oral submissions for the Treaty Principles Bill. Today's speakers, including Andrew Little, Denis O'Reilly and David Seymour, have 10 minutes each to speak. Political commentator Karl Christensen talks to Ryan Bridge about what to expect, and how the contentious topic will be handled over the coming weeks. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Peter Dunne and Lynda Hallinan to discuss the week in ferry news and the state of animal welfare in New Zealand.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Peter Dunne and Lynda Hallinan to discuss Six60 bringing their tour to Upper Hutt instead of Wellington and a charity event that won't be able to include it's annual fireworks display.

Yesterday's Treaty Principles parliamentary debate caught international attention. Labour MP Willie Jackson was ejected from Parliament during the debate, and Te Pāti Māori MP Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke was suspended following a haka. A number of countries have reacted, with Sky News Australia labelling the scenes a “temper tantrum”. US Fox News attempted a haka of their own. UK newspaper The Guardian described the “significant public backlash” the Bill faces, and international news agency Reuters reported on “shouting drowning out others in the chamber”. Political commentator Peter Dunne tells Heather du Plessis-Allan “Parliament is the highest court in the land and proper decorum and dignity should be a part of its proceedings.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Sarah Sparks and Peter Dunne to discuss the shock poll in Iowa and the impact of cutting school bus services.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Sarah Sparks and Peter Dunne to discuss the Black Caps 3- 0 whitewash of India and the cost of the campaign to encourage Aucklanders to feel better about their city.

Some experts believe the Government can't rest on its laurels. A recent 1News Verian poll found 40 percent of people think the country is in worse shape since election day, a year ago. Former United Future Party leader and political commentator, Peter Dunne, says people aren't happy - but there's no sign they prefer the Opposition more. He says other recent polling shows National needs to improve. "It shows they've managed to retain most of their support - but the big message moving forward is that they've got to grow that significantly in the next election." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tomorrow marks 12 months since the election which saw the country take a step to the to the right, with Christopher Luxon's coalition coming into power. During the week, I've read numerous opinion pieces reflecting on politics in NZ under both Hipkins and Luxon's leadership. We know it has taken the Prime Minister time to grasp the nuances of politics - but credit where credit's due, he's rip-roaring through his to do list. So, it seems odd there's chat about how long he will last in the job, or who else should be leader. That these topics keep popping up suggests the leadership of both National and Labour isn't quite hitting the mark. Peter Dunne wrote a piece on Newsroom titled Why Luxon Won't Outstay his Welcome, sharing his thoughts on why Christopher Luxon is unlikely to be a long-term Prime Minister. He also points out the pros and cons of having non-career politicians in power. Dunne wrote - “The positive aspect of this non-careerist approach is politicians who are focused on achieving the policy goals dear to them, and not outstaying their public welcome”. He went on to say, “The counter is that the value of political experience in resolving awkward situations is insufficiently appreciated.” Off the back of the Mood of the Boardroom survey, which ranked Luxon sixth in the rankings of Cabinet Ministers' KPI's, Matthew Hooten, writing in the Herald, suggested some alternative leadership names. He wrote that neither Luxon nor Hipkins seem up to the leadership required – but he was impressed with the seriousness shown by National's Nicola Willis and Labour's Barbara Edmonds in their portfolios. Looking back on the political year, it's been fast and furious. It takes some effort to keep up with what has been repealed, paused, fast-tracked or implemented. We've had tax cuts, inflation drop, the return of roads, changes to the Smokefree policy, benefit reform, public service cuts, the Fast Track Approvals Bill, Law and Order legislation, replacement of the RMA, budget blowouts at Health NZ, a reset for education - and more besides. If you had to describe the last 12 months, I'd call it busy. The coalition has done a good job identifying the core issues facing the country, but whether their approaches to fixing these problems will be successful - only time will tell. The Taxpayers' Union-Curia poll released on Friday showed support for National and Christopher Luxon dropping. I tend to take polls with a grain of salt, but it's another indication New Zealanders aren't entirely convinced about National's leadership. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Aimie Hines and Peter Dunne speak to an expert on coastal science about the impacts of the sunken HMS Manawanui and discuss criticism the Government has faced for the large number of projects proceeding under the new Fast-track Approvals Bill.

Tonight on second half of The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Aimie Hines and Peter Dunne discuss people freedom camping out of necessity and a Burger King ad that has sparked outrage online. 

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Denise L'estrange-Corbet & Hon Peter Dunne CNZM to discuss the rise of the right in Germany and whether frozen veggies are as nutritious as fresh. Plus does driving a manual make you a better driver? Denise L'estrange-Corbet is the co-founder of fashion house WORLD est. 1989. Hon Peter Dunne CNZM is a former MP turned political commentator.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Denise L'estrange-Corbet & Hon Peter Dunne CNZM to discuss the increase in tourist tax, and a rise in people declaring financial hardship. Denise L'estrange-Corbet is the co-founder of fashion house WORLD est. 1989. Hon Peter Dunne CNZM is a former MP turned political commentator.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Ali Jones and Peter Dunne discuss the news coming out of Health NZ Te Whatu Ora following Dr Lester Levy's appointment as commissioner, and compulsory voting. 

A political commentator thinks the Greens are in a difficult space with regard to the Darleen Tana report.  The embattled MP, who resigned from the party, is denying allegations of knowledge or involvement in migrant exploitation at her husband's business.  A report into Tana has concluded but has not been made public.  She broke her silence last night, speaking to TVNZ about her disagreement with the findings of the report.  Former MP and commentator Peter Dunne told Mike Hosking that invoking the waka jumping legislation could mean even more weeks til the matter's resolved.  He says its likely she's throwing down the gauntlet to the Greens.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A former Cabinet Minister is unconvinced parliamentary security staff should have the power to arrest.  Speaker Gerry Brownlee suggests a security boost is needed for Members of Parliament and is expecting advice on the relationship between Parliament's own security and Police.  Threats to MPs have increased in recent years.  Political commentator Peter Dunne told Mike Hosking that you have to draw a line between protecting privacy and the public's right to have access.  He doesn't like the idea of security staff being able to detain as arrest powers are traditionally for Police, but there could be some upgrading.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Boopsie Maran and Peter Dunne provide an explainer and walkthrough of the Te Pati Maori Cnesus allegations, the y discuss a new report on congestion charging in Auckland and look ahead to the weekend's March for Nature protesting the government's contentious fast track bill.

We're being told Parliament has lost its sense of decorum because MPs have lost their respect for Parliament as an institution.  Green MP Julie Anne Genter is facing disciplinary action from her party after walking across the debating chamber to confront National Minister Matt Doocey, during a debate on Wednesday night.  Former Cabinet Minister Peter Dunne told Mike Hosking that Genter's behaviour is part of a wider trend that's been happening for several years.  He says there's always been robust debate, anger, and passion.  But, Dunne says, people used to be able to control the way they presented that and show respect towards each other and the institution as a whole.  LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 3rd of May we discussed the changes the Government is making to the education sector, Lifting Literacy Aotearoa's Alice Wilson joined to discuss them.  Former MP Peter Dunne dug into what we need to do to bring some decorum back to our Parliament and debates after years of issues, prompted by the situation with Julie Anne Genter.  Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson Wrapped the Week and talked about everything from Beth Orton to celebrating your anniversary on the wrong day!  Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.  LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Panel Wallace is joined by panellists Alexia Russell and Peter Dunne discuss the reintroduction of the three strike legislation and changes. Also, they discuss whether it's time to being in a National Cat Act after the deaths of a population of robins.

Tonight on The Panel Wallace is joined by panellists Alexia Russell and Peter Dunne discuss relying on executive power to govern when it comes to the fast-track consenting legislation. Plus, they discuss whether a mum and her baby should have been kicked out of a comedy show, and whether rugby stadiums are really worth it.

A new Government priority list is being described as a gimmick.   The checklist includes reintroducing three strikes, delivering tax relief, and creating a plan to tackle school attendance problems by June 30.   Former United Future leader and Political Commentator Peter Dunne says some of that will take real work to accomplish.   He told Mike Hosking that part of it is building public perception.   Dunne says the Prime Minister wants to be seen as a man of action who's constantly making progress.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spies, space and science form just part of the new domain for battle-hardened politician Judith Collins. 

For an extra special and extra spooky Halloween and horror themed episode we welcome Peter Dunne, the writer and director of the brilliant Petrified podcast - and a man with a lifelong devotion to the artform of horror.We hear talk of visits to haunted places, contact with the dead, and discuss the best (and worst) horror themed adventures you can spend your hard earned cash on.And there's also a deep dive into a startling fear of eggs.