Podcasts about Tasman

English striker Sam Cosgrove was announced to have been signed by Auckland FC in August. He was brought on with the hope he could boost head coach Steve Corica's attacking options. Cosgrove joined Jason Pine to chat about the decision to move to New Zealand, and the differences to playing football in England and NZ including the summer heat and trans-Tasman travel. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025 was not a “business as usual” year for cafés. It was a year of adjustment.   In this final episode of Bean There, Done That for 2025, Phil Di Bella is joined by long-time collaborator and one of Australia's top coffee minds, Raihaan Esat, General Manager of International Coffee Traders. Together, they unpack a relentless year for café owners: rising costs across the board, shifting consumer psychology, the comeback of instant coffee, and why knowing your numbers and your customers is now non-negotiable.   They dig into: Why 40–50% of a menu price is wages How automation helps (and where it ruins the café experience) The move from “customers” to “guests” Menu simplification, disposable income and ham & cheese croissants Government and council support that actually moved the needle Innovation from farm to cup and sustainable pricing for coffee farmers   Phil closes with a challenge: grab a pen and map out what December 2026 looks like for you, your café, your family and your community. In this episode: 2025 in one word: “Adjustment” Psychological load on café owners Moving from “the game has changed” to “this IS the game now” Looking ahead to 2026 as a year of recomposition Relentless costs & a new normal Every major cost going up at once for the first time in decades Wages at 40–50% of the menu price 75% growth at Coffee Commune with flat profit: a real-world example Why many product-based businesses have had to accept margin cuts Automation vs humans behind the bar Super-automatic machines, milk systems and “out-automating” each other The shift to using tech in the background to guarantee consistency Why trying to remove the barista turns coffee into a commodity “We don't need to out-automate each other, we need to out-human each other.” Emotional engagement & the ‘guest' mindset Moving from “customers” to “guests” in language and behaviour Red Bull, luxury brands and the power of emotional connection First Name Fridays and Tasman's guest experience in the café Knowing your numbers & your audience P&L, cash flow and understanding demographic + geographic reality Disposable income at record lows and what that means for menus Back to basics: bacon & egg rolls, ham & cheese croissants, muffins Upcoming market segmentation project from Coffee Commune Where people are actually drinking coffee now Total coffee consumption up, in-café consumption per person down At-home and office drinking on the rise The quality and value of modern instant coffee Government, councils & collaboration that actually helps New state government focus on small and medium business in Queensland Moreton Bay and Gold Coast councils funding training for café owners 18% uplift from council-backed Coffee Commune training programs Collaboration between independent cafés to pool purchasing and cut costs From farm to cup: sustainability & paying farmers properly Farmers returning to coffee as prices become sustainable again Direct relationships and paying equitably at origin Why prices needed to rise gradually, and what happened when they didn't Community, awards & impact Coffee Commune as a place of collaboration, not “another coffee brand” 1,700+ members, 1,200 cafés and 75% growth across the community ICT coffees and roasters winning national and global awards Phil representing hospitality around the 2032 Brisbane Games table Final challenge for listeners “Life is measured in moments – go and create some amazing ones.” Sometimes you're the pigeon, sometimes you're the statue Grab pen and paper and write down what December 2026 looks like: Professionally For your family For your circle of friends   Links mentioned: Connect with Raihaan Esat on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raihaan-esat-081147a9/ Learn more about International Coffee Traders: https://ict.coffee/ Coffee Commune: https://www.coffeecommune.com.au/ Produced by The Podcast Boss

The Chiefs dynasty is over, the Broncos and Rams have qualified for the playoffs, injuries have devastated the Packers, and Philip Rivers made his unbelievable comeback for the Colts. Plus, which teams are legitimate Super Bowl contenders? The Wayne Phillis Kia episode is full of debate, insults and laughs...just like any other ep. Enjoy it from the back of the Tasman.#nfl #kiatasman #mahomes #chiefskingdom #colts #indy #broncos #denver #broncoscountry #larams #ramshouse #packers #gopackgo

The terrible events cross the Tasman have once again put the spotlight on firearms control. Waikato University's International Law Professor Al Gillespie joins Emile Donovan.

Matt Vandenberg's a superfan of the Newcastle Jets, and he's got multiple trips across the Tasman to catch the football action. He joined Piney to discuss his journey with the team. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ivan Lawrie of FAR was one of a delegation of growers, seed industry people and researchers who attended the 12th International Herbage Seed Group conference at Launceston in Tasmania in November. In this episode of Cut the Crop, he describes some of the similarities and differences in seed production on either side of the Tasman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about a legal case that's underway that could have far-reaching implications for the gaming industry across the Tasman - with a jailed problem gambler who stole to finance his addiction suing three of the country's biggest online betting agencies.

Coverage that provides news and analysis of national issues significant to regional Australians.

The Government's looking to Australia as it explores ways prevent online harm to young Kiwis. On the day an under-16 social media ban began across the Tasman, our Education and Workforce Committee's released an interim report on its inquiry regarding New Zealand youth. It reveals issues range from sexual exploitation to self-harm. Acting Chair Carl Bates says social media can do real harm, but it's not just about the content available. "It's also about contact and it's about conduct, so things like the intentional use of platforms to harm or abuse others - and also the commerce harms that not only young New Zealanders experience, but others as well." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwis are flying the coop, most of them heading for better opportunities across the Tasman. Latest Stats NZ figures show just over 124,000 migrant departures in the year to October, up nearly 7% - 71,000 of them New Zealanders. What is pushing our best and brightest out the door? And is the grass really greener on the other side? Today on The Front Page, NZ Herald Business editor at large Liam Dann is with us to dissect what draws Kiwis abroad, and what it all means for the ones sticking around. Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network. Host: Chelsea DanielsEditor/Producer: Richard MartinProducer: Jane YeeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier today the venues for the All Blacks home test matches in 2026 were announced. The All Blacks will open the year against France at the new One NZ Stadium, they'll then play Italy in Wellington and then two test matches at Eden Park against Ireland and Australia. But have NZR missed the mark? Was the test match against Italy an opportunity to take test match rugby back out to the regions? Tony Lewis was the CEO of Tasman rugby when they managed to secure an All Blacks test in Nelson in 2018 and he joined D'Arcy to discuss what bringing the test match to a smaller region meant to New Zealanders. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris crosses the Tasman into the mighty city of Melbourne for multiple nights of Crowded House at the Palais Theatre. Melbourne local Darryl put his audiance mics to work at the show and a few weeks later we put our heads together to listen back to first night (29/10/25). Lots of new material to digest! Performances include: Too Good For This World, In My Own Shell, It Was A Small Detail, At The Station, Pearly Shells, The Howl, New York Mining Disaster, Sweet Dreams, Last Summer. Plus a bonus performance of Dusty from night 2, 30/10/25.You can significantly support the continuation of the 240 podcast for a donation of just a couple dollars per month. This goes directly towards covering the monthly cost of buzzsprout hosting fees, riverside video chat platform, editing software & cloud space. Big thank yous if you are in a position to help. Head over here to: http://patreon.com/240neilfinn

The focus this week will be on central bank decisions, with the main event to be the Federal Reserve on Thursday morning (NZ time). Closer to home, the labour force report for November is due across the Tasman, while the September quarter manufacturing survey will be of interest here in New Zealand.

This week Country Life is at the Wayleggo Cup, a trans Tasman sheep dog trial, meets a record-breaking Angus bull-breeder and opens the door on an unusual business finding opportunity and bringing thrills to a rural main street.You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode on our webpage, here.In this episode:0:40 - On The Farm8:20 - Risqué and Rural15:35 - Cash cow: Tangihau Angus' record breaking bulls28:09 - The Wayleggo Cup: A Trans-Tasman sheepdog testMake sure you're following us on your favourite podcast app, so you don't miss new episodes every Friday evening.Send us your feedback or get in touch at country@rnz.co.nzGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Let's chat about what's happening in Australia and here to share the news from across the Tasman is Brad Foster. Today Brad looks at the move to extend the lifespan of the largest coal fired power station; the new survey showing how teenagers feel about social media ban and the latest sports news.

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.

I'm with the KiwiSaver providers who are saying we need to go further than just increasing contributions and we need to make them compulsory. This is after the announcement by the National Party yesterday that one of its election policies next year will be increasing contributions to 12 percent (6 percent from employers and 6 percent from employees) by 2032, to bring us into line with Australia. KiwiSaver providers are saying today that they're liking the policy - but the calls are already coming for it to be made compulsory. Across the Tasman, it's compulsory for employers to contribute - but not for workers. National says it's not in favour of making any contributions compulsory. NZ First is, though. So does Sam Stubbs, who is managing director of Simplicity. He's saying that it has to be compulsory because we have to make sure everybody is saving for their retirement while they're working. And the only way to do that is to make it compulsory. Who can argue with that? He says: "Those people who aren't saving into KiwiSaver are going to be much worse off later on in life. So if we want to remove inequality in New Zealand, and we don't like inequality in New Zealand, we have to make sure that everybody is saving for their retirement while they're earning.” Compulsory KiwiSaver contributions are also going to be essential with any changes to the contribution rates, as National is proposing. Because some people who are paying three percent now won‘t want to pay six percent and so they'll pull out. And the only way to stop that, is to make it compulsory. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cook and his crew continue to gather supplies, clean the ship and talk some more with Māori in Tōtaranui before he finally does what both Tasman and de Surville failed to do.Check out the website and shownotes!Become a Patron! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on The Sunday Panel, ZB Wellington Mornings host, Nick Mills, and host of The Front Page podcast, Chelsea Daniels, joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The coalition Government is about to celebrate two years in their roles, what do we think of their progress? Is the coalition starting to re-position itself ahead of the election? Winston Peters has been vocally against the Regulatory Standards Bill - will we see more of this? Trained GPs will soon be able to diagnose and treat ADHD next year. The College of Psychiatrists has raised concerns ahead of the switch, what do we make of this? Schoolies is an Australian rite of passage, but the new moolies trend for mums looking to spend big on holidays after the kids have been through school is getting some buzz. Do we need this on our side of the Tasman? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A landmark trans-Tasman dance collaboration will honour Douglas Wright, one of New Zealand's most revered choreographers. The restaging of his iconic work Gloria is being presented by The New Zealand Dance Company (NZDC) and Co3 Contemporary Dance Australia, for next year's Aotearoa New Zealand Festival of the Arts New Zealander Raewyn Hill is Founding Artistic Director of Co3 Contemporary Dance - and she joins Jesse from our Wellington studio.

A little bit husky, a little bit hoarse, not as bad as Heather, but a little bit husky from belting out the classics at Eden Park last night with Metallica. Oh my god. Oh my god. What a show. What an event for the city. If you were there, you know, and you'll still be buzzing, and you will still think that is one of the best concerts you've ever been to. I used to quite like Metallica. I mean, you can't grow up in the 80s and not know who they are and not appreciate them as a consummate as consummate performance, but I wasn't a die-hard fan. I went down after work yesterday to get some merch because I was taking my eight-year-old grandson to the show last night because he loves them. I thought I like them, I'll go, I'll get him a T-shirt. A three-hour queue to get the merch! And the town was heaving with people in Metallica T-shirts, and I thought, wow who on earth would queue for three hours? Who would travel from the far ends of the country and from across the Tasman to go to Metallica? After that show last night, I'll tell you who will be queuing for three hours, me, I will be. I've gone from they're good to oh my god. And I've got all of these years of music to catch up on. How fabulous. And just for the vibrancy it brought to the city. And I have to say Eden Park, and a number of us at ZB were invited along by Eden Park, so bear that in mind when I say what I say, but Eden Park is a fantastic venue. Everybody it seemed had great seats. The show itself, the stage was amazing. There were no problems for us getting out. We walked for 15 minutes, got picked up by his dad and out we went. The crowd was lovely. Honestly, I could rave all morning, but I'm not going to. I shan't. It was amazing and perhaps we can compare notes a little later. We do have news to talk about. And finally, finally, finally after years of wrangling, and after years of cost blowouts, and after years of political infighting, ladies and gentlemen, we have two new ferries. Well, not exactly – we have a contract for two new ferries. And yes, wait, yes, we did have a contract for two new ferries with the South Korean shipyard. That contract got torn up. Now we have a new contract for two new ferries with a Chinese shipbuilder. Port infrastructure will have to be rebuilt to accommodate the larger ferries while much of the Wellington side infrastructure can be rebuilt and upgraded. Picton they'll need new stuff, Wellington they can make do. And that's where the real savings are to be had for the taxpayer. The new ferries will be hybrids, able to switch between using diesel and electric power, and will have more capacity for trucks and rail wagons that exist at present. Winston Peters, who's been all over this from day one, said the new no-nonsense infrastructure programme was helping save the taxpayer money when the two ships enter service in 2029. The iRex project, that was the one ditched by the Coalition Government when it came to office, which included substantial costs for landside infrastructure, had ballooned to approximately $3 billion at the time of its cancellation. In 2023, Treasury officials said, yes, we know it looks like $3 billion, we think it could be more like $4 billion when we look at the cost overruns, when we benchmark it against average cost overruns and other similar projects. When even Grant Robertson, the former Finance Minister, says, oh no, we're spending way too much money, this is very concerning. When he says that, you know that it's getting out of control. There was no guarantee it was going to be around $4 billion. And the problem seems to have been, rather than delivering the much oft-quoted phrase of Nicola Willis', a Toyota Corolla, under the spell of the former government, there were consultants and officials going, oh my god, we can build a state-of-the-art shipping infrastructure within New Zealand, and it's going to have all the bells and whistles and the very latest technology, and yes, we do have to build completely new infrastructure to service it, but my god, can we look what we can do. And they were given full rein to go off and design something and create something really beautiful that just kept getting more and more expensive. The new ferries are expected to replace the current fleet by the end of 2029, and possibly there will be cost overruns, and possibly it won't be 2029. I spoke to the chair of Ferry Holdings, Chris Mackenzie before we came on air, wait till you hear the attitude he takes, the pragmatic, no-nonsense, no-frills, let's just get the job done approach. That's what was needed and that's what we've got. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesse catches up with Brad Foster about the news across the Tasman. Today he'll chat about The Liberal Party's decision to abandon net zero by 2050 climate target; where Australia is at with the play sand recall and the latest in sport.

Text us a pool question!Mondays Down Under – Understanding Pool & Spa Standards in Australia & New ZealandThis week on Mondays Down Under, Lee and Shane dive into a topic that every pool and spa professional thinks they understand—until they don't: standards, regulations, and the rules that actually govern your work on both sides of the Tasman.From fencing laws to suction entrapment prevention, from dangerous goods handling to new fiberglass standards, this episode breaks down exactly what service technicians, retail pros, and builders need to know to stay compliant, stay safe, and avoid being on the wrong side of an inspector—or worse, an accident.What Lee & Shane Cover This Episode:Why even Airbnbs and bed-and-breakfast pools count as commercial pools in most regionsThe most commonly used Australian standard: AS 1926 (safety barriers, location, and recirculation systems)How New Zealand's rules differ—and where they mirror AustraliaThe growing crackdown on inflatable, portable, and pop-up pools in New ZealandReal-world stories of councils interpreting rules their own wayThe often-ignored but critical AS 1926.3 standard: suction fittings, skimmer boxes, and entrapment preventionSuction cover flow-rate differences between brands like Waterco and Spa Electrics—and how choosing the wrong replacement can create a hazardWhy every technician needs to match pump selection to compliant flow-rate limitsOld but still referenced: the private pool water quality standard AS 3633 and its upcoming rewriteWhere water quality rules actually come from (hint: your state health guidelines)Dangerous goods standards including:AS 3780 – storage and handling of corrosive substancesAS/NZS 3833 – mixed classes of dangerous goods (recently updated to 2024)Additional niche standards builders and installers should know:AS/NZS 1477 – PVC pressure pipes & fittingsAS 3634 – solar heating systemsAS 5348 – pool coversThe massive update to the fiberglass pool installation standard:Former AS/NZS 1838:1994 → now AS/NZS 1839:2025Why SPASA is currently seeking industry feedback for the new concrete pool standard under developmentThe Big Message:If you work on a pool—service, retail, install, or build—you need to know the standards that govern your work. They protect your customer, and they protect you.Links & Mentions:SPASA contact for contributing to the new concrete pool standard: ben@spasa.com.auCheck your state health guidelines for water-quality requirementsRemember: Commercial pool rules apply to Airbnb, holiday rentals, and any property where someone is paying to stay—whether the pool is big, small, or inflatable.Have a Question for Lee & Shane?Send your suggestions, questions, or episode ideas to: 

Over the last 15 years, around 1000 New Zealand workers are thought to have been been exposed to high concentrations of respirable crystalline silica dust while working with engineered stone slabs. It's been banned in Australia, and now our government is seeking feedback on options to control the risks it poses in New Zealand. One of the country's largest fabricators has made the switch to zero-silica engineered stone and is now calling on others to do the same. Samantha Gee visited its new factory in Tasman.

Send us a textIn episode #160 we talk with Aussie cyclist, coach and exercise physiologist, Tasman Nankervis about:The evolution of cycling nutrition from low-carb to high-carb.The impact of proper fueling and hydration on performance and recovery.Strategies for different cycling disciplines: gravel, mountain biking, and cyclocross.The role of caffeine and other supplements in endurance sports.Tips for training in extreme heat and adapting to different climates.The importance of gut training for endurance athletes.Hailing from Victoria, Australia Tasman Nankervis has been riding bikes since he was a kid and never stopped. The youngest in a big family, he got into the sport by way of his older brothers, always wanting to keep up and never miss out on the fun. As a multi disciplinary cyclist with international experience representing his country, as well as a national champion and UCI continental team member, Tasman balances his cycling aspirations with working as an Exercise Physiologist and Cycling Coach, helping others achieve their goals with the prescription of exercise and education. Connect with Tasman:IG: www.instagram.com/tasman_nan Mentioned:Great Forest National Park FKT article: https://flowmountainbike.com/features/tasman-nankervis-claims-great-forest-national-park-fkt/Skratch Super High Carb Mix: https://amzn.to/4hW4sMLSkratch Energy Bars: https://amzn.to/47SxicqSkratch Unsweetened Electrolyte Mix: https://amzn.to/4nSIDipSkratch Energy Chews: https://amzn.to/47yYs9gVegemite: https://amzn.to/4oCPuhkSIS Nootropic Gels, available on the Feed: https://thefeed.com/teams/nutritional-revolutionBeta-alanine, 20% off MSRP on Fullscript: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannellIOC recommendation: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5867441/MORE NR New customers save 10% off all products on our website with the code NEWPOD10 If you would like to work with our practitioners, click here: https://nutritional-revolution.com/work-with-us/ Save 50% off your 1st Trifecta Nutrition order with code NR50: https://trifectanutrition.llbyf9.net/qnNk05 Save 20% on all supplements at our trusted online source: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannell Join Nutritional Revolution's The Feed Club to get $20 off right away with an additional $20 Feed credit drop every 90 days.: https://thefeed.com/teams/nutritional-revolution If you're interested in sponsoring Nutritional Revolution Podcast, shoot us an email at nutritionalrev@gmail.com.

Let's find out what's happening in Australia now Brad Foster is with us now to tell us what everyone is talking about across the Tasman. Today's topics - How a Neo-Nazi rally in Sydney on Saturday got permission to be held and why tobacco sales are soaring on the Australian black market.

Send us a question/idea/opinion direct via text message!With Nick away on holiday across the ditch, in this episode Kelvin Davidson is joined by Eliza Owen, Cotality's Head of Research for Australia.First Kelvin discusses the recent Cotality Home Value Index results for NZ, as well as a look ahead to this week's Financial Stability Report and key labour market figures for Q3 - both out on Wednesday.Then Kelvin and Eliza kick into a wide-ranging discussion about the similarities and differences between the markets on both sides of the Tasman, including sales, prices, listings, buyer activity, as well as the regulatory environment.Over the past few years, NZ's property values have remained weak, but Australia has climbed to new highs.All of this is also in the context of recent proposed changes to LVRs and the potential capital gains tax in NZ after the next election.Sign up for news and insights or contact on LinkedIn, X @NickGoodall_CL or @KDavidson_CL and email nick.goodall@cotality.com or kelvin.davidson@cotality.com

The best heading dogs from both sides of the Tasman will go head-to-head tomorrow, as the 2025 Trans-Tasman Sheep Dog Trial Test series. Running over two days, the competition will see elite handlers and their dogs from New Zealand and Australia battle it out for the Wayleggo Cup. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We crossed the Tasman to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh.

Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese had to wait ten months for an in person bilateral meeting with US President Donald Trump, but it looks like it was worth the wait. Here to tell us what happened and what the meeting means for Australia is our friend from across the Tasman, TVNZ's 1News Australia Correspondent Jacob Johnson.

Time now to find out what's got people talking across the Tasman, our man on the ground in Australia Brad Foster chats to Jesse about the Sydney shooting spree; Australia and Papua New Guinea signing a new alliance and the appeal over Erin Patterson's sentence.

The home summer of cricket kicks off this evening in Mount Maunganui. In a trans-Tasman double-header, both the Black Caps and White Ferns will meet their Aussie rivals on the same night, however they will be almost 12,000km apart. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.

A chaotic episode befitting a chaotic week 4 of NFL football! The boys talk Dallas' offense, Baltimore's injury toll, the resurgence of the Chiefs, whether the Jags are the real deal and much more! Adonai Mitchell costs the Colts, the Giants get a win with a huge Nabers sized price, gutsy calls return and the Shelf of Shame gets narky.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Dress Codes07:15 Week 4 Review22:18 Gutsy Calls32:23 Deep Dives 49:54 Shelf of Shame57:56 Week 5 Preview01:09:59 Joke of the WeekGAMES REVIEWED: Seahawks 23 @ Cardinals 20Vikings 21 v Steelers 24 (Ireland game)Commanders 27 @ Falcons 34Chargers 18 @ Giants 21Titans 0 @ Texans 26Eagles 31 @ Bucs 25Panthers 13 @ Patriots 42Saints 19 @ Bills 31Browns 10 @ Lions 34Jaguars 26 @ 49ers 21Colts 20 @ Rams 27Bears 25 @ Raiders 24Ravens 20 @ Chiefs 37Packers 40 @ Cowboys 40Jets @ Dolphins yet to playBengals @ Broncos yet to playWelcome Wayne Phillis Kia. Curt loves the Tasman, it's a beast of a car. Get down to their dealership in Reynella for a demo sale across the range!Thanks to Coast n Smoke (coastnsmoke.com.au), 4 Bros Coffee (4broscoffee.com.au). Use code OUTBACK for discount on their goodies!Thanks also to the Suburban Brew - our loyal friends. Happy 5th birthday to the Goodwood venue. #flyeaglesfly #chiefskingdom #demboyz #dallas #Cowboys #eagles #chiefs #kansascity #boltup #chargers #colts #bleedblue #indy #dolphins #finsup #miami #steelersnation #pittsburgh #steelers #nyjets #jets #ganggreen #jags #duuuval #panthers #keeppounding #carolina #jacksonville #liamcoen #saints #cardinals #arizona #neworleans #whodat #spencerrattler #commanders #takecommand #washington #nygiants #newyorkgiants #danieljones #falcons #bucs #atlanta #tampabay #dirtybirds #browns #dawgpound #cleveland #bengals #cinci #whodey #pats #patriots #newengland #raiders #lasvegasraiders #jeanty #raidernation #seahawks #12thman #seattle #sanfran #49ers #letsride #broncoscountry #denver #broncos #tennessee #titans #titanup #greenbay #gopackgo #lions #detroit #texans #houston #rams #ramshouse #larams #buffalo #bills #billsmafia #ravens #joshallen #lamarjackson #ravensflock #baltimore #chicago #bears #calebwilliams #vikings #skol #admitchell

Mark Hammett has done it all in the game. With 81 games for the Crusaders, 4 Super Rugby titles, 29 Tests for the All Blacks and now a spot in the Crusaders Hall of Fame, Hammer's rugby journey is an incredible one. Add in a coaching career that's taken him from the Crusaders, Hurricanes, Cardiff Blues, Sunwolves, Tasman and Highlanders, the influence he has had on each side has been huge!In this episode we dive into his remarkable journey: from a soccer player, to the early days of professional rugby, and the mindset that carried him through as both player and coach.In this episode we go through..The competitive edge that drove the Crusaders dynastyWhat he learnt from coaches like Robbie Deans and Wayne SmithThe realities of early professional rugby contracts and suspensionsAll Black memories including the infamous SAS campHis move to coach the Hurricanes & the controversial decisions around Ma'a Nonu and Andrew HoreHis stints overseas with Cardiff and Japan's SunwolvesLessons learned at the Highlanders and what he'd do differentlyHis passion for neuroscience, brain health and life after rugbyWhat he's most proud of and the advice he lives byAnd heaps moreHammer is humble, competitive, brutally honest and one of the most authentic leaders you'll hear from. There's so much gold in this one for everyone and whether you loved him or not as a player or a coach I know you'll have a new found respect for him after this one! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The All Blacks' ability to score second half tries, could have a major bearing on whether they hold onto the Bledisloe Cup. The All Blacks host Australia at Eden Park this weekend in the first trans-Tasman test of the year. Sports reporter Bridget Tunnicliffe spoke to Lisa Owen.

(For the video head to our YouTube...Spotify didn't like it this week for some reason). Dos sounds horrible but that doesn't stop us from mocking the Packers (they lost to the Browns). Week 3 review, week 4 preview, Carson Wentz trivia and more.Get Hot Takes LIVE tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hot-takes-live-tickets-1555307369209 Welcome Wayne Phillis Kia. Curt loves the Tasman, it's a beast of a car. Get down to their dealership in Reynella for a demo sale across the range!Thanks to Coast n Smoke (coastnsmoke.com.au), 4 Bros Coffee (4broscoffee.com.au). Use code OUTBACK for discount on their goodies!Thanks also to the Suburban Brew - our loyal friends. Happy 5th birthday to the Goodwood venue. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro04:08 Quick game reviews19:20 Fantasy Movers 35:00 Deep Dive Games50:30 Dos' Trivia52:34 Week 4 Preview01:07:50 Joke of the WeekGames reviewed: Dolphins 21 @ Bills 31Bengals 10 @ Vikings 48Texans 10 @ Jags 17Colts 41 @ Titans 20Raiders 24 @ Commanders 41Rams 26 @ Eagles 33Falcons 0 (!) @ Panthers 30Steelers 21 @ Pats 14Packers 10 @ Browns 13 hahahaJets 27 @ Bucs 29Broncos 20 @ Chargers 23Saints 13 @ Seahawks 44Cowboys 14 @ Bears 31Cardinals 15 @ 49ers 16#flyeaglesfly #chiefskingdom #demboyz #dallas #Cowboys #eagles #chiefs #kansascity #boltup #chargers #colts #bleedblue #indy #dolphins #finsup #miami #steelersnation #pittsburgh #steelers #nyjets #jets #ganggreen #jags #duuuval #panthers #keeppounding #carolina #jacksonville #liamcoen #saints #cardinals #arizona #neworleans #whodat #spencerrattler #commanders #takecommand #washington #nygiants #newyorkgiants #danieljones #falcons #bucs #atlanta #tampabay #dirtybirds #browns #dawgpound #cleveland #bengals #cinci #whodey #pats #patriots #newengland #raiders #lasvegasraiders #jeanty #raidernation #seahawks #12thman #seattle #sanfran #49ers #letsride #broncoscountry #denver #broncos #tennessee #titans #titanup #greenbay #gopackgo #lions #detroit #texans #houston #rams #ramshouse #larams #buffalo #bills #billsmafia #ravens #joshallen #lamarjackson #ravensflock #baltimore #chicago #bears #calebwilliams #vikings #skol #jjmccarthy

Listen to this before you buy a KIA Tasman, and the Telsa Full Self Driving (Supervised) option. Paul returns! And we talk the new KIA Tasman, is it worth buying a new Mazda MX-5 and Tesla's Full Self Driving (Supervised) system. Plus Donna calls up and we float the idea of different co-hosts. Like, subscribe and share. Also if you'd like to sponsor the podcast, let us know! If you haven't done so - subscribe to the show on your favourite podcast platform and hit us up at contact@thedriversshow.com.au if you have any questions you want us to read out on the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aotearoa is at least a decade behind in blood cancer treatments, and that is driving highly trained doctors offshore, as well as patients according, a New Zealand haematologist working in Australia. It comes as blood cancer patients with Meyloma are forced to move to Australia to get drugs that cost hundreds of thousands of dollars here but are virtually free across the Tasman. New Zealand-trained haematologist Professor Judith Trotman works in Sydney and treats medical migrants from Aotearoa, she spoke to Lisa Owen.

An incredible week two of the NFL season is in the books - and the boys battled through sickness to bring you one heck of a show. The Shelf of Shame makes its debut, as does the Weekly MVP, and every game is reviewed. Make this your new routine. We love you.Get Hot Takes LIVE tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hot-take... Welcome Wayne Phillis Kia. Curt loves the Tasman, it's a beast of a car. Get down to their dealership in Reynella for a demo sale across the range!Thanks to Coast n Smoke (coastnsmoke.com.au), 4 Bros Coffee (4broscoffee.com.au). Use code OUTBACK for discount on their goodies!Thanks also to the Suburban Brew - our loyal friends. Happy 5th birthday to the Goodwood venue. TIMESTAMPS00:21 Show Starts00:48 Where are the Boys?03:30 Quick Game Reviews11:32 Hot Takes LIVE 12:47 Shelf of Shame27:15 Game Deep Dives44:34 Weekly MVP50:40 Week 3 Preview01:01:50 Joke(s) of the Week Games reviewed: Commanders 18 @ Packers 27Giants 37 @ Cowboys 40 (OT)Seahawks 31 @ Steelers 17Rams 33 @ Titans 19Bills 30 @ Jets 10Patriots 33 @ Dolphins 27Jaguars 27 @ Bengals 3149ers 26 @ Saints 21Browns 17 @ Ravens 41Bears 21 @ Lions 52 (lol)Broncos 28 @ Colts 29Panthers 22 @ Cardinals 27Eagles 20 @ Chiefs 17Falcons 22 @ Vikings 6Bucs 20 @ Texans 19Chargers 20 @ Raiders 9#flyeaglesfly #chiefskingdom #demboyz #dallas #Cowboys #eagles #chiefs #kansascity #boltup #chargers #colts #bleedblue #indy #dolphins #finsup #miami #steelersnation #pittsburgh #steelers #nyjets #jets #ganggreen #jags #duuuval #panthers #keeppounding #carolina #jacksonville #liamcoen #saints #cardinals #arizona #neworleans #whodat #spencerrattler #commanders #takecommand #washington #nygiants #newyorkgiants #danieljones #falcons #bucs #atlanta #tampabay #dirtybirds #browns #dawgpound #cleveland #bengals #cinci #whodey #pats #patriots #newengland #raiders #lasvegasraiders #jeanty #raidernation #seahawks #12thman #seattle #sanfran #49ers #letsride #broncoscountry #denver #broncos #tennessee #titans #titanup #greenbay #gopackgo #lions #detroit #texans #houston #rams #ramshouse #larams #buffalo #bills #billsmafia #ravens #joshallen #lamarjackson #ravensflock #baltimore #chicago #bears #calebwilliams #vikings #skol #jjmccarthy

In today's episode, we have our weekly chat with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon; Music and hospitality leaders are singing the government's praises over a $70 million funding package for tourism and events; The nurses' union worries that changes allowing family members to stay with patients around the clock could mean them performing the medical duties usually entrusted to trained professionals; It is 20th year of the annual Bird of the Year competition; We cross the Tasman to get the latest from Kerry-Anne Walsh.

In today's episode, a teachers union says a high school curriculum overhaul lacks detail, despite its far-reaching implications. Up to seventy thousand more tourists are set to arrive in New Zealand this summer, with international airlines boosting the number of flights. People will get a first chance to see Ikea's New Zealand offering at the Auckland Home Show this weekend. In sport, the Black Ferns prepare for their first knockout match against South Africa in the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals. And it's Friday so we'll check in with our correspondent across the Tasman, Kerry Anne Walsh.

All Whites captain Chris Wood is feeling the pressure ahead of the second game in the Soccer Ashes. Australia have a one-goal advantage coming into the match in Auckland and the Nottingham Forest striker knows if he can find the back of the net it could be the difference in the trans-Tasman rivalry. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

Huge news out of Australia today that a resolution has been reached by the Murdoch family, after a long running legal battle for control of Rupert Murdoch's companies, News Cory and Fox Corporation. Here to share more details is our friend from across the Tasman, Brad Foster.

The Nelson and Tasman regions are staring down what could be a double hit of big job cuts. Nelson mayor Nick Smith spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

In today's episode, New Zealand First held its annual meeting over the weekend, and with election year ahead, hints of campaign rivalry are beginning to creep into the coalition; The Black Ferns now who have sent an emphatic message as they seek to defend their Rugby World Cup title, as they beat Ireland 40-nil; University students in Auckland are feeling the pinch when it comes to the cost of public transport; We cross the Tasman for the latest from Kerry-Anne Walsh.

Carter Holt Harvey has confirmed it is shutting down its Eves Valley Sawmill in Tasman, resulting in more than 140 job losses. The Tasman mill has been a major part of the region's economy for the last 40 years, with about 250,000 tonnes of timber processed at the site each year. Maria Hemara who has worked at the mill for six years spoke to Lisa Owen.

More than 140 workers at Tasman's Eves Valley Sawmill will be out of the job before Christmas, with the fate of the site now sealed. Adam Burns reports.

Nelson Provincial Museum is in need of a new archive storage facility - it's current building is leaking and is too small to house the entire collection. But a proposed 15 million new building that was supposed to repace it has been scrapped - because of cost increases and funding pressures. Now there's a new plan to build a cheaper facility in Richmond. Both Nelson and Tasman's councils have committed 3-million to the project, but the issue has become a political football ahead of the local body elections. Samantha Gee has more.

Former Highlanders flanker and Tasman NPC captain Shane Christie has died aged 39. He spent three seasons with the Super Rugby side and also played 73 times for Tasman over seven seasons, before retiring due to concussion-related symptoms. Last year he told media he wanted to donate his brain to the New Zealand Sports Human brain bank for study of chronic traumatic encephalopathy. Sports reporter, Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.