Podcast appearances and mentions of Queen Street

First up, the Opportunity Party says that it wants to clean up politics by regulating lobbying and capping donations. How realistic are those changes? Transparency International New Zealand chief executive Julie Haggie explains. Then, an ongoing trial allowing cars on Queen Street between 7pm and 7am could dampen the incoming benefits of the incoming City Rail Link, according to transport advocates. But that's not the view of Steve Bielby, who's renovating the St James Theatre - he wants the cars to stay.

A transport advocate says Auckland risks not making the most of its multi-billion dollar City Rail Link investment, with an ongoing trial allowing more cars in the city centre. Since April this year, cars have been allowed on parts of Queen Street and Wellesley Street after 7pm, as part of an Auckland Transport trial. Heart of the City pushed for the change, saying banning cars on Queen street was hurting economic recovery for businesses in the area post-Covid. Luka Forman reports.

It's less than a month until Auckland's City Rail Link opens, but a transport advocate says the city risks not making the most of it. Since April, Auckland Transport has been running a trial to allow cars on some bus lanes around Te Wai Horotiu station after 7pm and before 7am. The idea is that it will improve evening access to key arts and entertainment venues. Business Association Heart of the City pushed for the trial, saying banning general traffic around parts of Queen Street and Wellesley Street was hurting economic recovery. Connor Sharp - from the transport and urban advocacy organisation Greater Auckland - spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss

Is there really a difference between gelato and ice cream? Gianpaolo Grazioli — the "Giapo" behind Auckland's Giapo — has a strong opinion on it, and it's not the one you'd expect.Gianpaolo and his wife Annarosa have been running Giapo for almost 18 years, dropping a brand new flavor every single week. Their kitchen leans hard into New Zealand — grass-fed dairy, local fruit and nuts, hazelnuts from a Christchurch farmer they've worked with for years — with only a handful of ingredients sourced from just outside the country. What started as a small shop on Queen Street has grown into something closer to an art practice: ice cream you can wear, sculpt, and experience, not just eat.We talk about:- Gelato vs. ice cream — is there actually a difference? (You'll want to hear his answer.)- The real, possibly-Italian origin story of Hokey Pokey- Why New Zealand's grass-fed dairy makes such a difference- Turning ice cream into sculpture and full sensory experiences- His pick for the most underrated flavor out there — and whyGiapo: - Visit - Website- Instagram: @giapokitchen

A new restaurant for Auckland's CBD, inside the new Faradays Luxury Department Store. Josh and Helen Emett are opening their third CBD restaurant, called Lottie's, inside the multi-purpose development. The high-end space will open on Queen Street next month, seeing global brands like SKIMS debut on our shores. Josh Emett told Mike Hosking it's a step towards making Auckland a more international city. He says it's a great city and there's lots of space for this kind of growth. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: (00:00) Jono sparks an office scandal after accidentally calling a colleague “babe”… or was it “bud”? The colleague herself joins the show to settle the debate. (04:25) Ben’s costume collection is causing chaos at home, and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown weighs in on the idea of a Queen Street parade! (08:35) Megan reveals the one question her husband Andrew still refuses to answer, leading to a very spirited on-air defence. (19:35) Ben takes his costume museum pitch directly to Te Papa… dressed as a deflating blow-up horse. (23:30) The team debates battery anxiety after Megan’s phone survives an entire day on fumes. (30:20) Ben admits he’s more invested in collecting supermarket Ooshies than his own kids. (32:50) Commonwealth Games gold medallist Eliza McCartney joins the show to reflect on an emotional victory and carrying the New Zealand flag. (37:50) Former England and Chelsea goalkeeper Carly Telford talks football, penalty shootouts, and bringing one of the world’s biggest clubs to New Zealand. Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Hateful Homicide – Season 7, Episode 5Synopsis:In the heart of Singapore's bustling Bugis district, a community already living in the shadows is shaken by a brutal act of violence. On October 27, 1990, 30-year-old Malaysian fashion designer and gender-nonconforming individual Lim Yeow Chuan, affectionately known as "Susan," was found stabbed to death on Johore Road near Queen Street—an area that had become a refuge for transgender and gender-diverse sex workers facing widespread discrimination and limited economic opportunities. (Wikipedia)As investigators searched for answers, the case revealed a violent confrontation involving two men who claimed they were attempting to recover property allegedly stolen from a friend. What began as a murder prosecution ultimately transformed into a landmark legal case when Singapore's highest court concluded that the killing occurred during a sudden fight, reducing the principal defendant's conviction from murder to manslaughter. The decision ignited debate over self-defense, proportionality, and accountability in cases involving marginalized victims. (Wikipedia)In this episode of A Hateful Homicide, we examine not only the investigation and courtroom proceedings, but also the social climate that made transgender and gender-diverse people especially vulnerable to violence in Singapore during the late 20th century. Through historical context, legal records, and the voices of advocates, we explore how prejudice, criminalization, and invisibility can shape both public perception and the pursuit of justice.More than three decades later, "A Killing on Queen Street" asks difficult questions that continue to resonate today: How does society value the lives of transgender and gender-diverse people? Does justice look different when the victim comes from a marginalized community? And what can Lim Yeow Chuan's story teach us about dignity, remembrance, and the ongoing fight against anti-transgender violence?Viewer discretion is advised. This episode contains discussions of homicide, violence, and discrimination against transgender and gender-diverse individuals."A Killing on Queen Street"

The force confirmed Chief Commissioner Mike Bush and his security detail happened to be on Queen Street about 6am on Wednesday, when they saw officers struggling to arrest a man, who was reportedly armed with a knife.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Christchurch City Councillor says $200,000 to light up a CBD mural is money well spent - because small touches help bring people into the city. The lights were installed on Press Lane to address concerns it felt uninviting after dark. The Taxpayers' Union says the cash could have been better spent. Councillor Nathaniel Herz Jardine says creating a vibrant city requires choices that cost money. "The big problem with Courtenay Place, with Queen Street - partly, it's the pipes that are leaking - and also, there's no sense of fun. There's no sense of beauty and excitement in those cities." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland FC fans have been out celebrating their big win on Saturday night, taking home the A-League championship. The club clinched a one-nil win over five-time Grand Final champs, Sydney FC, and supporters couldn't be happier. Yesterday, players travelled down Queen Street flanked by thousands of supporters. Our reporter Finn Blackwell joined in the celebration.

Even if you're not into football, it's hard not to be excited about a local franchise winning the A-League final. You have to be a real Grinch not to get a smile on your face. Congratulations to all the players, Steve Corica, Nick Becker and the well-heeled who backed them. These guys have momentum. They've created a winning buzz. There are two things that leapt to mind as the AFC party bus snaked its way through Queen Street yesterday: 1. This is part of a wider story about the rise of football, which now boasts more kiwi players than rugby union. A big part of that is to do with Auckland. Rugby has an Auckland problem which football and league are exploiting. Unlike the Blues, the Warriors and Auckland FC regularly fill stadiums. It's not come out of nowhere. In 2014, a council survey found rugby was 20th on the list of sports played by Aucklanders. In 2016, of the 150,000 registered union players in NZ, just 40,000 came from this region. That was less than 3% of Aucklanders. Rugby is stronger in the provinces. But if getting young players on the field is the aim of the game, then Auckland is king. Same story in politics. You can't win the election if you lose Auckland, as the last lot found out back in 2023. 2. Fans don't really care if the players, coaches, and even owners (in Bill Foley), are Aucklanders, let alone Kiwis. They just care that it's A) football, and B) they're winning. In that order. Another lesson, perhaps, for other codes with sticky rules and criteria? In the end, it doesn't really matter which sport kids are playing, so long as they're playing something. A kid in sport is kid out of court. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Remember back in February, the Government announced it was proposing to give police officers the power to issue move on orders to deal with, as it's described, disorderly behaviour in public places. What they mean is antisocial homeless people who are startling the horses, putting people off coming into the city, creating all sorts of disgusting messes for business owners to clean up. People who don't comply with the move on orders could be fined up to $2,000 or face three months in prison. Documents proactively released by the Ministry of Justice show that officials estimate up to six people a year could be jailed for noncompliance with the move on orders. The Labour Party obtained some documents under the Official Information Act, and those documents quoted Treasury saying it didn't support the orders given the benefits of the proposal are not clearly evidenced and implementation will exacerbate justice sector cost pressures. Treasury also questioned the highly uncertain modelling suggesting six people could be jailed per year. Treasury seems to think there will be far more than six. I don't know why they would think that. You can kill somebody as a drunk driver and not go to prison. You can commit all sorts of heinous crimes and be excused because you had a dreadful upbringing again, having been excused the previous two to three times you appeared before the beak. So I don't know why Treasury suddenly thinks that all of a sudden the judges are going to grow some cojones and send people to prison, because if they're not doing it for people who kill others because of their drunk driving and dangerous driving, they're not going to do it for some poor hapless soul who's got nowhere to go and addiction issues, are they? Paul Goldsmith, the Justice Minister, said just like the gang legislation, which prompted similar warnings from similar agencies, the Government was confident in its policy. He said police can operationalise this —what an ugly, terrible word, but nonetheless, that's the one he used— in a way that's highly effective. He said the policy was about reclaiming the streets and city centres for the enjoyment of everybody. He reiterated that only people who refuse the orders will face prosecution and said a move on order is not a criminal charge, although refusing to comply with one is. I have an awful lot of sympathy for retailers, business owners, those who live in the city or the cities around New Zealand having to put up with antisocial behaviour from very odd people. Not everybody is like that. There are a lot of people who are on the street who are lovely, who are perfectly reasonable humans who have had a string of bad luck – there but for the grace of God go you or I. They are not all the same at all. But having wandered the length of Queen Street at the end of last year, it was a beautiful day, I had to be somewhere, and I thought I'd take the long way and see for myself what the city was like. Yeah, there are real issues to deal with within, certainly within Auckland, Auckland's Queen Street, and no doubt in your main centre as well. There were drunken shirtless men brawling very close to the Louis Vuitton and the Christian Louboutin shops. There were troubled individuals displaying aggressive and frightening behaviour, the yipping, yelping man that jumped out at passersby. He wasn't bad, he was just sad, but you know, it was alarming, and especially if you had the kids with you while you were doing some last minute Christmas shopping. It wasn't conducive to an easy, pleasant experience. And it should have been, it was a beautiful day, you know, there are some lovely historic buildings, there's some nice parks where you can sit. It should have been lovely. But because of the unpredictable and in some cases aggressive behaviour of a small number of people, it wasn't. And I haven't been back since. But when the inner-city motels were opened to the homeless during Covid and communities were formed and made, it created a whole new vibe, if you will, in the city. When you have nothing, a routine, a bunch of mates, a place you know can be everything. So once they arrived, they stayed. I have some sympathy for those who are homeless for myriad reasons, but unacceptable behaviour is unacceptable behaviour. When people are brawling, when they're being public nuisances, when they're impinging on the right of other individuals to walk freely, when they're using shop entrances as bathrooms that other people then have to clean up, that is behaviour that needs to be curbed. And if move on orders help restore order to the cities, if move on orders sharpen the focus of social agencies to find permanent homes for those without them, so much the better. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This this month Duncan is joined by brand ambassador Francesco Ramella and assistant Queen Street manager Logan Shaw. The trio get stuck into some of the most exciting casks coming out in April and say farewell to Logan as he counts down his final days with the Society.

Yet another “advice ignored” story. The trouble with advice is it's not automatically right and more often than not the media seems to think it counts for something, hence their obsession with coverage. The latest example is Paul Goldsmith ignored advice around move-on orders. The media plays these advice stories up because it suits their increasingly obvious bias against the Government. But when you read the advice it's a mixture of the vague, wrong and made up. The best part is the bit that says evidence of a growing public disorder problem is limited. Are they serious? They obviously work from home and looked out their kitchen window at morning tea time and didn't see any disturbances. Is there a person who has walked down Queen Street in Auckland, Courtenay Place in Wellington or their environs and not seen the trouble and upset the wonks can't see? They go on - police data showing prosecutions for such offences has declined in recent years. I repeat, are they serious? Why do you reckon that is? Just because you didn't prosecute doesn't mean it didn't happen. They also, in a very political way, go on to lump all homeless or rough sleepers into the same category. The media does the same thing. It makes the very obvious and deliberate mistake of assuming all homeless or rough sleepers are the same. And like anyone else, they are not. The move-on orders are not about anyone and everyone. They are about the ones who cause trouble, who abuse the shopper or stop the proprietor getting into their business. As far as I can see, the aforementioned isn't actually mentioned in the advice. At some point the wonks might want to ask about rights. As much as you might want to argue for the right for a drug-crazed lunatic to be able to say what they want and do what they want, where they want, you might like to wonder if a punter should be able to go about their business unhindered. Out here in the real world the answer is, yes. Hence the Government move-on move reads the mood of the community, and is welcome, and will be effective, and, like the ram-raids and shop smashing's, will be dealt with. The question left is if that's the quality of advice ministers get, I see some reasonably large and obvious savings to be made.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Five million dollars is being injected to revitalise one of Auckland's longest-standing shopping locations. The private capital will be used to overhaul the historic Queens Arcade, turning it into a boutique luxury retail precinct. Construction at the lower Queen Street site will begin in April and is due for completion in November. Queens Arcade Property Manager Ian Wright told Kerre Woodham the project has been over two years in the making, but they believe the timing is absolutely right. He says there's a lot of positive things happening in the CBD – foot traffic is returning, the new convention centre has opened, the CRL is opening soon, and cruise ships are still coming in. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You know how everyone complains the lights at supermarkets are too bright? People reckon they do it on purpose.... it's a trick to make you awake and alert, no matter the time of day, so you keep shopping and buy more stuff. Well, the opposite is true of movie theatres, right. You go there and they dim the lights because it makes you feel relaxed and comfortable. The screen is a sensory overload - that's what you're paying for the. The lighting enhances that. Well, can I just say that you shouldn't never go the movies early, before they've dimmed the lights. I went to the movies the other day in the afternoon. My usual cinema was not showing anything at te time I wanted. Off I go.. down to... wait for it... Queen Street. $17 for parking. That's on me. $40 for the ticket and coke... which went down smoothly after I choked on the price. Anyway, the cinema's empty but the lights are on. Like flood lights. Like Supermarket lights. There is precisely zero glamour about a Queen Street movie theatre in full glare. It's like when they turn the lights on at a nightclub. The seat was so worn in the backside and shoulders there was no tread left on the thing. Then there were the stains...and I don't really want to go into those. The carpet was all worn and tatty and under the seats - popcorn for Africa. It's like somebody vacuumed the bits you walk on and everything else they forgot. Now. I'm not complaining about this. Believe it or, I just don't really complain about bad experiences at restaurants and stuff because I always think, if you don't like something, just don't go. And I like going to the movies. Even though I knew it was a bit gross and tatty, I sat down and pretended I was at the Silky Otter. All I'm saying to you this morning, dear listener, is you wouldn't shop in the dark, so don't visit the movies in the light. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke Grant chats with National Property Editor at Domain, Alice Stolz, about all the latest happenings on the Sydney and Brisbane Real Estate Markets. For all the latest listings and real estate news go to www.domain.com.au NSW: 62 Queen Street, Gulgong NSW 2852 4 bed, 1 bath, 2 car Once in a generation auctions, home is one of the suburbs Gulgong's original residences and the first built on the block. Set on an expansive 3,335sqm parcel in the heart of town. Federation-adjacent detailing, and timeless Californian Bungalow design. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Food Professor Podcast, Michael LeBlanc and Dr. Sylvain Charlebois unpack one of the most wide-ranging conversations of the season—blending major food policy, trade, and retail stories with an inspiring deep dive into the life and business philosophy of Cosimo Mammoliti, Founder & CEO of the Terroni Group.The episode opens with fast-moving headlines shaping Canada's food system. The hosts analyze the federal government's decision to cut roughly 1,300 jobs at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), debating whether technology, AI, and risk-based inspection models can offset staffing losses. They then break down the new income-tested GST grocery credit, calling it a helpful short-term fix that fails to address deeper productivity and food affordability challenges.Next, the discussion turns to gene-edited pork, following Health Canada's approval and the decision by DuBreton to label products as non-gene-edited. Sylvain stresses this is not a food safety issue—but a consumer transparency issue that will define trust in future food technologies. The hosts also explore the implications of the long-awaited EU–India trade agreement, what it means for Canada's global food competitiveness, and how warming relations with China and India could reshape agri-food exports.Climate volatility also makes the agenda, with Arctic air threatening Florida citrus crops and reinforcing how global sourcing—from Egypt to South Africa—now underpins North American grocery supply. The segment closes with a sharp debate on universities banning beef, Amazon's decision to close Fresh and Go stores while doubling down on automation, and Starbucks' early progress under CEO Brian Niccol.At the heart of the episode is an extraordinary conversation with Cosimo Mammoliti, whose Terroni Group has grown from a four-stool café on Queen Street into a hospitality, importing, and wine empire spanning Toronto and Los Angeles. Cosimo shares how his obsession with **materia prima—ingredient integrity and provenance—**led him to import his own flour, olive oil, and wines directly from family producers across Italy.He explains why Terroni does not allow menu modifications, how COVID permanently changed his approach to delivery platforms, and why authenticity—not trends—guides every decision. Cosimo also reflects on launching his best-selling cookbook La Cucina di Terroni, his fast-growing frozen pizza brand Porta, and the operational pressures facing restaurants in today's high-cost economy. About UsDr. Sylvain Charlebois is a Visiting Professor in Food Policy and Distribution at McGill University and a Professor in Food Distribution and Policy in the Faculty of Management at Dalhousie University in Halifax. He is also the Senior Director of the Agri-food Analytics Lab, also located at Dalhousie University.Known as “The Food Professor”, his current research interest lies in the broad area of food distribution, security and safety. He is one of the world's most cited scholars in food supply chain management, food value chains and traceability with over 775 published peer-reviewed journal articles. Dr. Charlebois is also an editor for the prestigious Trends in Food Science Technology journal. He co-hosts The Food Professor podcast, discussing issues in the food, foodservice, grocery and restaurant industries and which is the most listened Canadian management podcast in Canada. Every year since 2012, he has published the now highly anticipated Canadian Food Price Report, which provides an overview of food price trends for the coming year. Furthermore, his research has been featured in several newspapers and media groups, nationally as well as internationally. He has testified on several occasions before parliamentary committees on food policy-related issues as an expert witness. He has been asked to act as an advisor on food and agricultural policies in many Canadian provinces and other countries.With extensive experience collaborating with businesses, governments, and NGOs, Dr. Charlebois combines academic rigor with practical expertise, making him one of the most influential voices in the global agri-food landscape. His work continues to advance the understanding of food systems, fostering innovation and resilience in a rapidly evolving industry. In 2025, he received the prestigious Charles III medal recognizing his tremendous work in informing Canadians about food issues. Michael LeBlanc is a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and media entrepreneur. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions hosted senior retail executive on-stage in 1:1 interviews worldwide. Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including The Remarkable Retail Podcast, The Voice of Retail, The Food Professor, The FEED powered by Loblaw and the Global eCommerce Leaders podcast. He has been recognized by the National Retail Federation (NRF) as a global Top Retail Voice for 2025 and 2025, and continues to be a ReThink Retail Top Retail Expert for the fifth year in a row.

I remember back when I first started talkback, a million years ago at nighttime, it must have been the semicentennial of the waterfront workers strike of '51, or the lockout, depending on which side you're on. It was the biggest industrial confrontation in New Zealand's history for those who don't know of it. It was 151 days from February to July, and at its peak, 22,000 waterside workers, or wharfies, and associated unions were off the job, out of a population of just under 2 million. It took place at a time of Cold War tensions, so name calling was rife. The opposing sides denounced each other as Nazis or commies, traitors and terrorists. Not all unions were on board with the Waterside Workers Union. Some of them thought they were way too militant, way too stroppy, so the unions weren't completely aligned. There was even the difference between the strike, which is what the employers and government called it. For the unionists, it was a lockout. Things got so bad that a railway bridge near Huntly was dynamited at the time of the tensions. An act of terrorism, basically – that's certainly what the Prime Minister at the time Sid Holland called it. No one was hurt, but coal supplies were severely disrupted. So, we've got bridges being blown up, we've got people on strike, we've got families who would have starved were it not for supporters feeding them. But if you were found out that you were supporting a wharfie's family, you could be ostracised, even if you were a working-class family, it hit you. Your union had to be aligned with the waterfront workers. So it was incredibly divisive. On the 1st of June, police dispersed up to 1,000 marchers in Queen Street, using truncheons and heavy-handed, fairly heavy-handed tactics. There was a lot of argy-bargy. There were fractured skulls and lacerations and concussions. The Government broke the strike really by bringing in new unions, and new unions of workers. They were denounced by the unionists as scabs, and the wharfies' position was becoming increasingly hopeless. Eventually, after five months, they conceded defeat on the 15th of July. So after 151 days. But the ugliness and the bitterness remained, because we were talking about the strike, and a man rang me from Huntly, and he said there was a scab living in his town, and he wouldn't be in the same shop, he wouldn't be in the same pub, and he would cross the street. 50 years later, that bitterness and that anger remained. Then we had in '81, probably the only comparable thing in recent times, was the Springbok tour, and the protests over that. That was the largest civil disturbance seen since '51. More than 150,000 people took part in more than 200 demonstrations. 1,500 were charged with offences that resulted from the protests. It was a clash between baby boomers and war veterans, between city and country, between young versus old. It's the Britain of the South versus an independent Pacific nation. There were real tensions and families were divided within themselves. And then along came Covid, more recently. I guess what I'm wondering about is how do we heal ourselves? Because we're at a time in history and at a time globally where tensions are running really, really high. Can we learn any lessons from our past? Our own past. We can't look at the world and try and fix that, but we can certainly try and heal ourselves here. We can look at the civil, not civil wars here, but civil division, civil fractures. I mean, if you look back and you and your family were divided over the Springbok tour, not expecting anyone still to be around from 1951, but if you look at the division you might have had with your parents during the Springbok tour, you can't cut ties forever with your parents, can you? You can't cut off your kids because they went on a protest march. So surely on a micro level, if you can heal your differences and still come together at Christmas and birthdays and things, despite the pain and the anger and the absolute incomprehension of each other's stances, then surely we can do it on a national level, can't we? And the same with Covid. There probably wasn't as much violence, physical violence, but certainly the violent rhetoric online was painful and awful. And it was probably more, I don't know, those who did not get vaccinated feel they were very much othered by the whole of society, that they were outcasts and punished unfairly and unnecessarily. But that was more an anti-authority, in my mind anyway, when it comes to Covid. You didn't agree with all the decisions being made, or you did. And anybody who dissented was a traitor and wanted to kill old people. We're at a really tricky time, but we have been at tricky times before. We have thought how on earth are we going to get over this before, many times in our history. I guess I'm looking at stories from a micro level. If there were real differences within your family, how did you get past them? How did you get past the pain and the hurt and come together as a community again? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cars could be returning to a section of Auckland's Queen Street, under a new proposal. Auckland Transport wants to let cars return to the section between Wellesley and Wakefield Street from between 7pm and 7am. Private vehicles were banned from the area in 2022. Heart of the City CEO Viv Beck says it's a sensible proposal, and she explained that the area has been negatively affected by the change. "Last year, the foot traffic was down 36 percent on 2019 in that area - and the spending was down 57 percent." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Step back to July 7, 1985, Carlaw Park... a mud-soaked cauldron where New Zealand’s rugby league pride clashed with the might of the Australians. In the latest episode of Kärcher’s “Blast from the Past,” hosts ACC Head G Lane, Dai Henwood, and Dylan Cleaver relive a series that was anything but a dead rubber. The Aussies may have led the series 2-0, but the third test became a defining moment in the Trans-Tasman rivalry. The buildup was electric: fierce clashes, controversial coaching decisions, and a notorious brawl between Kevin Tamati and Graham Dowling set the tone. The Kiwis, still reeling from a heartbreaking loss in the second test, found themselves rejuvenated by a surprise show of public support orchestrated by coach Graham Lowe. Meanwhile, the Australian camp was in turmoil, divided by state rivalries and coach Terry Fearnley’s contentious team selections. What unfolded was historic. The Kiwis dominated, shutting out the Kangaroos 18-0, the first time Australia had been held scoreless since the 1950s. Heroes emerged, legends were born, and the victory marked a turning point for New Zealand players seeking opportunities across the Tasman. Find out how a walk down Queen Street changed the Kiwis’ fate... Blast From The Past is brought to you by the legends at Kärcher! Follow The ACC on Instagram or Facebook or TikTok Subscribe to The Mad Monday Podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! iHeartRadio Apple Spotify YouTube THANKS MATE! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Step back to July 7, 1985, Carlaw Park... a mud-soaked cauldron where New Zealand’s rugby league pride clashed with the might of the Australians.In the latest episode of Kärcher’s “Blast from the Past,” hosts ACC Head G Lane, Dai Henwood, and Dylan Cleaver relive a series that was anything but a dead rubber. The Aussies may have led the series 2-0, but the third test became a defining moment in the Trans-Tasman rivalry.The buildup was electric: fierce clashes, controversial coaching decisions, and a notorious brawl between Kevin Tamati and Graham Dowling set the tone. The Kiwis, still reeling from a heartbreaking loss in the second test, found themselves rejuvenated by a surprise show of public support orchestrated by coach Graham Lowe. Meanwhile, the Australian camp was in turmoil, divided by state rivalries and coach Terry Fearnley’s contentious team selections.What unfolded was historic. The Kiwis dominated, shutting out the Kangaroos 18-0, the first time Australia had been held scoreless since the 1950s. Heroes emerged, legends were born, and the victory marked a turning point for New Zealand players seeking opportunities across the Tasman.Find out how a walk down Queen Street changed the Kiwis’ fate...Blast From The Past is brought to you by the legends at Kärcher! Follow The ACC on Instagram or Facebook or TikTok Subscribe to The Agenda Podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! iHeartRadio Apple Spotify YouTube THANKS MATE! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new three-level luxury department store is set to open on Auckland's Queen Street next year. The new store will be located at 131 Queen St and is set to include valet parking and an espresso music bar. Luxury retailer Faradays is behind the $30 million development. Faradays Co-Founder and Chief Executive Eddie von Dadelszen said to Heather du Plessis-Allan, "the building itself, we're inheriting something truly, truly unique ... it's just an amazing historical embrace to do something contemporary and fresh and modern inside." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some of Auckland's homeless say a tougher stance on rough sleepers in the central city could mean they're pushed into the suburbs, or even into crime. Rayssa Almeida spoke to some of the people who live on the street in Auckland.

In this episode of the Creator Method Podcast, Gary sits down with Aaron Spivak, serial entrepreneur, storyteller, and co-founder of Hush Blankets, which he sold for $48 million by the age of 25. Today, Aaron is the founder of Founders Club, a rapidly growing community redefining what it means to be a modern entrepreneur. Aaron's journey started with just $140 in his bank account and a big idea to build a product that helps people sleep better. What began with a handmade prototype on Queen Street in Toronto became one of the most recognized sleep brands in the country, powered by authentic storytelling and community. He opens up about the early hustle behind launching Hush Blankets, the viral Kickstarter campaign that changed everything, and how one LinkedIn post led to selling his company to a publicly traded brand. Aaron shares why he believes content is the single most powerful tool founders have today, why being the face of your company is leverage, not a liability, and how community compounds over time. This conversation is an unfiltered look at how modern founders can use content to build trust, scale their businesses, and create movements, not just companies. Apply for Creator Method: https://creatormethod.com/ Follow Creator Method on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creator.method/?hl=en Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Bjs61g10V8MEBjg2pfJFi?si=1a8b57227c8b41d7 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction & Aaron's Entrepreneurial Start 04:00 $140 in the Bank & the Birth of Hush 09:00 The Viral Kickstarter Campaign 14:00 Selling the Company Through a LinkedIn Post 19:00 Content as a Founder's Superpower 23:00 Community vs. Marketing 27:00 Why Attention Is the Real Moat 32:00 Balancing Building and Creating Content 37:00 How to Build Trust Through Storytelling 41:00 Scaling Founders Club and the Future of Entrepreneurship 46:00 The Power of Compounding Relationships Follow Aaron Spivak: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spivak/ Founders Club: https://www.instagram.com/thefoundersclub/ Follow Gary on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garylipovetsky/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garylipovetsky

Use code BAOS50 to get 50% off your Sourpalooza tickets: https://exchangebrewery.com/product-category/all/sourpalooza/ Niagara-On-The-Lake is world-renowned for being one of the most prominent wine-making regions in Canada, but one thing it doesn't get enough props for is its impeccable craft beer. The Exchange Brewery, nestled on the corner of historic Queen Street on one of the most gorgeous main thoroughfares in the region, has been serving up its impeccable brews with a sour focus for the best part of a decade. Marketing & PR Coordinator Sara Divinski and Assistant Brewer Hunter Ross joined Cee to chat about their history in craft beer, how their clean beers differ from their renowned sours, team off-flavour training, how they leverage locally-grown fruit and wineries, their approach to their barrel-aged beer and blending process, their Sourpalooza festival that's going down October 10th and 11th, 2025 and what thirsty drinkers can expect. They got into five killer Exchange brews - Extension: Coffee Porter, Niagara Fruit Stand India Pale Ale, Spontaneous Ale: Chenin Blanc with Big Head Wines, Peach Spontaneous Ale (brewed for Sourpalooza 2025) and Flanders Red Reserve (also brewed for Sourpalooza 2025). This was a beaut - cheers! BAOS Podcast Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube | Website | Theme tune: Cee - BrewHeads

Global Malts Ambassador for Brown-Forman, Stewart Buchanan stepped into Queen Street earlier this year to talk about his whisky adventures with Mads Schmoll. From his early days on the island of Mull to travelling the world to talk all about all things BenRiach today, he's worked in nearly every part of the industry. Tune in to hear more and watch as Stewart and Mads try The Vaults Collection, Cask No. 12.80: Heaven in a leather hammock.

Auckland city centre store owners believe homelessness, anti-social behaviour and not enough police is crippling their trade. Heart of the City surveyed 102 business owners - with 91 percent saying rough sleeping and begging was affecting their business. Seventy-two percent weren't satisfied with the standard of Queen Street's cleanliness. Chief Executive Viv Beck says enough is enough - and it's important the needs of businesses, like the enforcing of public by-laws, are met. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another iconic retailer is calling it a day at its Queen Street store in Auckland, falling victim to changing times in the once vibrant CBD. Jessica Hopkins reports.

Greg Brady spoke to Harrison Lowman, Managing Editor The Hub about an injured woman he came across lying in a pool of her own blood at the front door of a clothing shop on Toronto's Queen Street. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's all over for Auckland's iconic department store Smith and Caughey's. Last year, the store permanently closed its Newmarket location and reduced its flagship Queen Street store to a single floor. Yesterday, the business announced it's shutting down completely after 145 years. Jessica Hopkins spoke to customers outside Smith and Caughey's who were shopping while they still can.

In this episode, the third-best machinery operator in the world (self-proclaimed but heavily decorated), Trev 966, joins the Proper True Yarn Podcast for a round of hard laughs and heavy yarns. From shaggy pickup lines and tiger-sized dreams to marble rings in Augathella and losing his virginity at a snail's pace, Trev doesn't hold back. There's guidepost carnage, fairway-crossing driving, and a trophy room overflowing with employee of the month awards. A lighthearted, piss-taking, Aussie-as chat with the king of the cab and the smoothest operator this side of Queen Street.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this 1655th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with jazz singer Holly Cole about her career, the Queen Street scene of the 1980s, being big in Japan, Lilith Fair and more. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridley Funeral Home, and RecycleMyElectronics.ca. If you would like to support the show, we do have partner opportunities available. Please email Toronto Mike at mike@torontomike.com

What's in a name? For the Queen Street Hospitality Group, the restaurant, 82 Queen, and the location, 82 Queen Street, are front and center. Plus, 82 Queen was founded in 1982 – an alignment that makes things easy to remember. In this episode of Biz-eWerk, Jonathan Kish, CEO, shares his journey in the finance and restaurant industries, discussing the history of Queen Street Hospitality Group and his careerprogression from server to managing multiple restaurants. Highlighting the challenges and opportunities faced during the pandemic, as well as the importance of adaptability, hard work, and staying informed about industry trends and political factors affecting the business, Jonathan emphasizes the significance of staffing, employee benefits, and balancing expansion plans with economic factors in the restaurant industry.

On this episode of Snacky Tunes, host Darin Bresnitz sits down with two of his favorite voices in the LA restaurant scene—Ari Kolender and Joe Laraja of Found Oyster and Queen Street. They dive into the inspiration behind Queen Street, the Charleston-influenced seafood spot that's quickly become a local favorite, and what it's like running two standout restaurants at the same time.Ari also shares insights from his new cookbook, How to Cook the Finest Things in the Sea, a must-have guide for cooking seafood at home. Whether you're grilling, shucking, or just getting started, this book demystifies the process and highlights sustainability in the kitchen.Then, we dip into the Snacky Tunes archives for a special performance from Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Prima, who stopped by the studio in 2017 to play tracks from her debut EP.For those looking to support LA restaurants, check out the Snacky Tunes Substack for donation links and action items. Also, a quick note: if you're looking to support the ongoing relief efforts for the LA fires, World Central Kitchen remains one of the best places to donate.Snacky Tunes: Music is the Main Ingredient, Chefs and Their Music (Phaidon), is now on shelves at bookstores around the world. It features over eighty of the world's top chefs who share personal stories of how music has been an important, integral force in their lives. The chefs also give personal recipes and curated playlists too. It's an anthology of memories, meals and mixtapes. Pick up your copy by ordering directly from Phaidon, or by visiting your local independent bookstore. Visit our site, www.snackytunes.com for more info.

Auckland's Council has signed off on the $15 million restoration of the St James Theatre on Queen Street. Owner Steve Bielby spoke to Alexa Cook.

Two people are recovering after being hit by falling derbis from a building on Auckland's Queen Street this morning. Both pedestrians were injured and taken to a nearby medical centre. Reporter Victor Waters was at the scene and spoke to Lisa Owen.

A large part of the footpath on lower Queen Street remains blocked off on Tuesday morning, after falling masonry injured two pedestrians on Monday. Reporter Finn Blackwell spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Main streets across New Zealand are run-down and struggling, but we can look to Oxford Street for inspirationAfter years as a 'national embarrassment', Oxford Street is thriving. The realtor behind the revamp has advice for Auckland.…Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, January 21, discussing town news and events. He expanded on the recent issue with vultures congregating near Queen Street, including further feedback from the community and the potential timeline for the town to take action. He also previewed the upcoming meeting of the Hillsborough Town Board of Commissioners, where they will discuss residential zoning and the importance of maintaining a zoning balance, and more.  The post Hillsborough: Vultures, Snow, Housing appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

A Christmas tree going up in Te Komititanga Square, between lower Queen Street and the Waterfront is causing controversy due to the cost. Viv Beck from Heart of the City spoke to Alexa Cook.

In this 1568th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Adam Faux about Pigfarm, the Queen Street scene of the late-80s, and his current challenge with a Toronto university. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridley Funeral Home, The Advantaged Investor podcast from Raymond James Canada, The Yes We Are Open podcast from Moneris and RecycleMyElectronics.ca. If you would like to support the show, we do have partner opportunities available. Please email Toronto Mike at mike@torontomike.com

The imminent closure of Queen Street's landmark department store, Smith & Caughey, Simon discusses the issues, which have led to this. 

Get ready to dive into the world of comedy with us on the latest episode of The Wolf of Queen Street podcast! This week, I had the pleasure of hosting Edd Rivera, a Mexican comedian who's making waves in the NZ comedy scene. Join us as we unravel Edd's hilarious journey through comedy in NZ, from his best to his most brutal jokes. Get ready for some laughs as we discuss why people need to loosen up and embrace the humour around us. We'll also explore the differences between Mexico and New Zealand, how lucky we are to be in New Zealand, and much more. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation. Hit the 'Subscribe' button to stay tuned for more uplifting stories and insightful conversations!

Step into the world of Will Fleming with us on the latest episode of The Wolf of Queen Street podcast! This week, I was honored to host Will Fleming, an absolute legend and OG in the world of podcasting in NZ. Join us as we uncover Will's journey through his early podcast fame, trying to become a vlogger and he shares his riveting run in with Jordan Peterson. We delve into the power of talk therapy through podcasts. He shares a heartfelt story of recording his late mother's legacy with AI, known as ‘Ghost Mum' and how to make your loved ones go viral within your family for generations to come. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation. Hit the 'Subscribe' button to stay tuned for more uplifting stories and insightful conversations!

This week, I'm thrilled to welcome JP Robertson to The Wolf of Queen Street podcast! JP is the creative genius behind Word On The Street, known for his random public interviews, and part of the team at Matai Watches, offering a fresh perspective on marketing. Join us as we dive into JP's fascinating journey, from the inception of Word on the street to his innovative approach to marketing with Matai Watches. Tune in to discover how he got started, invaluable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, and a whole lot more! Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation. Hit the 'Subscribe' button to stay tuned for more uplifting stories and insightful conversations!

Let the legacy live one! New owner buys Queen street's Black Bull Tavern, a historic part of Toronto that was set to close for good just a few weeks ago. Host Alex Pierson speaks with Mitch MacDougall, director operations for the Score Pub Group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben is hungover after a mini housewarming jam seshIone embraces her new role as the Queen of Queen Street, the Woollahra Dostoyevski.To hear the rest of this episode, support our Substack for only $5/month!https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Step into the world of wrestling with us on the latest episode of The Wolf of Queen Street podcast! This week, I was honored to host Sam "Spartan" Black, the IPW Heavyweight champion and a true icon in New Zealand's wrestling scene. Join us as we uncover Sam's remarkable journey, from secretly watching the WWE as an 8-year-old to rising through the ranks to become one of New Zealand's finest wrestlers.

Summer hiatus is outta here, so Jordan and Shapiro are back to answer audience questions and it's all Paris and San Sebastian reccommendations, Papa Cristos gyro, 818 Kismet Rotiss, coffee is healthy and Max doesn't care, Poltergierst at Button Mash, IG food reviewers, Michelin talk, the post-Animal tres leches game, weight loss and gain, more Beverly Center slander, L.A. sushi talk, Found Oyster vs. Queen Street, and the five hour boozed out Gjelina brunch.