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New Zealand Police are facing stiff competition across the Tasman, with states there luring Kiwi cops with more money and housing allowances. Assistant Commissioner Tusha Penny spoke to Corin Dann.
In today's episode, there's been a chorus of voices calling for the government to take action to help pull Auckland out of its economic slump; New Zealand Police are facing stiff competition across the Tasman, with states there luring Kiwi cops with more money and housing allowances; Auckland emergency department nurses say this winter is the busiest they've seen; The price of food has increased five percent over the past 12 months, the latest figures released by Stats NZ show, leaving families struggling to put basics on the table; We cross the Tasman to get the latest from Kerry-Anne Walsh.
This episode is guest hosted by Stephanie Coombes, she's a motoring journalist, car nut, professional smart arse and top shelf sort. We chat the new KIA Tasman, the Mazda MX-5 and Gordie froths over his latest long-term loan, the MGS5 EV. Paul will (hopefully) be back one day. 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.
In today's episode, former police negotiator Lance Burdett says the officer who shot and killed a woman threatening them with a knife would have had a split second to respond; The Ministerial Advisory Group on Transnational, Serious and Organised Crime says bold action on data-sharing is needed to rein in the rapidly evolving threat of organised crime; The country's main energy producers say they will be able to build new power plants faster thanks to changes to the Resource Management Act; We have our weekly sports chat: We cross the Tasman to get the latest from Kerry-Anne Walsh.
The recovery continues in Tasman following recent storms, while the review into Nelson Hospital has been dismissed by medical specialists.
In today's episode, a new poll out Monday morning shows the government struggling to make headway amidst the cost-of-living crisis; A damning new Otago University report exposes deep flaws in New Zealand's heart healthcare system, including a lack of staffing that means the country only has a third of the cardiologists it should; Instagram has a new feature to show followers where you're posting from; Yachting legend Peter Lester is being remembered as incredibly competitive and a good honest Kiwi bloke who had saltwater running in his veins; We cross the Tasman to get the latest from Kerry-Anne Walsh.
The media graded NCEA as ‘not achieved' after the government proposed dumping it this week. Headlines here called Trump's 15 per cent tariff on our exports ‘a surprise.' But was it? Also - the prospects for some of our most popular and enduring magazines, which are up for sale across the Tasman again. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
The Unlikely Doctor by Timoti Te Moke Born into love but then thrust into violence, and shaped by struggle, Timoti Te Moke was never destined to be a leader. After an early start as a bright boy in the eastern Bay of Plenty, nurtured by his reo Māori-speaking grandparents, Timoti's life changed sharply when his mother took custody of him when he was six. He survived abuse, state care, gangs and prison, his life marked by trauma and pain. By fourteen, he was behind bars. By twenty, he'd crossed the Tasman, trying to leave his past behind. But it was a moment in a prison cell — a glimpse of blue sky — that sparked a life-altering question: What if this isn't all there is? Through grit and an unyielding drive for justice, Timoti transformed his life. He returned to Aotearoa, became a paramedic and, after facing racism and an unsupported manslaughter charge that nearly derailed his life, became a medical student in his fifties. Timoti is now a fully qualified doctor — proof that brilliance can come from anywhere, and that our society must change to allow it. A powerful, confronting memoir of injustice, identity and the cost of lost potential, The Unlikely Doctor is not just Timoti's story — it is every child's. Because when we remove the barriers for success, we don't just help individuals — we help reshape a nation. The Stars Are a Million Glittering Worlds by Gina Butson Thea, a young woman crushed by guilt, flees to Central America to escape her life in New Zealand. In Guatemala, she meets the charismatic Chris and his partner, Sarah, and the three of them form a tight bond. While the rest of the world is caught in the grip of the global financial crisis, the three friends find a false reality in the backpacker party town of San Pedro. Surrounded by the dark volcanic beauty of the Guatemalan highlands, Thea starts to come to terms with her past. But everything changes when a tragedy occurs. Knowing she has to leave Central America, but not ready to return home, Thea settles in Tasmania and into a new relationship. Bonded by grief, she and her partner make a life for themselves in Hobart. But years later, when tragedy strikes again, all Thea's old grief and guilt - together with unanswered questions - come to the surface. Against the backdrop of the pandemic and lockdowns, Thea begins to question the trust she has in her partner. She realises that if she wants to know the truth, she will need to come clean about her past. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Adding to the trans-Tasman rivalry, two New Zealanders won at Australia's TV Awards, the Logies. Sam Neill and Guy Montgomery were winners on the night.
A candidate claims his running for two different mayoralties is not an issue. Andrew Maxwell Clark's put his hat in the ring to replace his brother, Nobby Clark, as Invercargill's mayor. But he's also campaigning in his hometown, Tasman. He's campaigning as Andrew in Invercargill - and as Maxwell in Tasman. Clark says he put his hand up for Tasman before he knew the incumbent was running again. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In today's episode, the Prime Minister joins us to respond to the 15 percent tariff the United States has slapped on New Zealand exports. The government is proposing scrapping NCEA and replacing it with a new national qualification. New Zealand businesses are deeply disappointment they'll face a 15 percent tariff on goods exported to the U.S. Dozens of patients are stuck in Auckland's North Shore Hospital, despite having no medical reason to be there. And we'll cross the Tasman to get the latest out of Australia with Kerry-Anne Walsh.
The Tasman mayor (and sheep and beef farmer) talks about the long recovery ahead for his region after the devastating floods and wettest winter on record. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
MPI’s Director General on helping with the flood relief in the Tasman. Plus, he discusses biosecurity updates and applications for a scholarship fund aimed at getting the next generation of Kiwis into helping farmers and growers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Authorities in Nelson-Tasman have kept a close eye on the skies as they hope they are not in for yet more destructive flooding. It will be the fourth time this month that Tasman takes a pounding if extreme weather hits the district again. Nelson Tasman Emergency Management duty group controller Rob Smith spoke to Lisa Owen.
After three extreme weather events, people at the top of the South Island are bracing for a fourth drenching in a month. Locals in Nelson and Tasman, have spent the last two weeks cleaning up after the last devastating flood.
The Labour Party’s trade spokesman joins us to talk about food costs, the Tasman floods, and on-farm safety.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Leading patent attorney Matt Adams, a partner at trans-Tasman intellectual property firm FB Rice, joins Emile Donovan from RNZ's Wellington studio to explain how you get a patent, how they're enforced, and why you might need one.
Significant heavy rain and strong winds are hitting or forecast to hit up and down the country.
It's a wet and windy day across the motu, with Auckland, Tasman and the West Coast all under orange heavy rain warnings. Reporters Finn Blackwell and Samantha Gee spoke to Corin Dann.
More wild weather is on the way for the top of the South Island, with MetService issuing heavy rain warnings for Tasman, which is still recovering from two devastating storms. MetService Meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane spoke to Corin Dann.
In today's episode, Attorney-General Judith Collins says the government's proposed electoral law changes clash with constitutional rights; Thousands of overseas-made building products have been approved for use in New Zealand, in a bid to reduce construction costs and help a struggling building industry; The Transport Agency has been secretly using cameras in billboards at city intersections to track cars and trucks; the Black Caps defeated South Africa after a thrilling last-over finish in the final of the Twenty20 International Tri-Series in Harare over the weekend; We cross the Tasman for the latest from Kerry-Anne Walsh.
In today's episode, the government has introduced legislation that would require people to enrol to vote or update their details before advance voting begins; Auckland councillors have kicked for touch on the issue of helicopters in residential areas; Nearly half of the New Zealanders applying for Australian citizenship weren't born here; A farm in Dannevirke has lost more than $60,000 worth of stock to cattle rustlers; We have our weekly political pane; Kerry-Anne Walsh gives us the latest from across the Tasman.
More help to deal with the damage caused by flooding in Tasman and Marlborough is about to arrive in the form of the so-called "Enhanced Task Force Green."
In today's episode, the government says billions in new infrastructure projects will boost the economy and create thousands of jobs; Inflation is expected to hit a 12 month high for the June quarter; The show of long-time American late-night television host Stephen Colbert has been cancelled from May next year; The Mainland Tactix will meet the Northern Mystics in netball's ANZ Premiership grand final after beating the Pulse 57-52 in Christchurch on Sunday night; We cross the Tasman to get the latest from Kerry-Anne Walsh.
A week on from last week's devastating storm and locals in Nelson Tasman are still cleaning up and beginning to count the cost.
This week producer Cosmo Kentish-Barnes is in his wet weather gear in the Tasman district meeting farmers and other rural residents, still battered and bruised from one catastrophic weather event, staring down the barrel of another deluge. You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode here.In this episode:0.38 News wrap6.20 Tasman's rural resilience tested by back-to-back stormsGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
As a second weather bomb lashed the Tasman region, Cosmo Kentish-Barnes was on the ground with farmers and rural people, still battered and bruised from the first flood and staring down the barrel of another deluge. You can find photos and read more here.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
The recent wild weather in Nelson-Tasman could push up the price of our produce. Growers faced weeks of heavy rain and flooding that's damaged infrastructure, affected harvests, and disrupted supply chains. There are concerns about saturated soils meaning growers can't plant new crops, affecting vegetables like broccoli, lettuces, and spinach. Vegetables NZ Chair John Murphy told Heather du Plessis-Allan the market responds quickly to shortages. He says we will see prices grow marginally. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Minister of Agriculture and Forestry has announced a half a million dollar support package from government and industry for flood-affected farmers, growers and foresters in the Tasman region. It comes as the district-wide clean up continues, with Mayor Tim King estimating the total repair bill has already exceeded $100 million, alongside a warning more heavy rain is expected in the coming months. Samantha Gee reports.
An army of volunteers has swung into action in the Nelson Tasman region to help flood-affected farmers and orchardists with the massive clean-up ahead. Top of the South Rural Support Trust chairperson Richard Kempthorne spoke to Corin Dann.
As the mop up continues in the flood-battered Tasman district, up to half a million dollars a day is being spent fixing up damaged roads. Tasman District Council's group manager community infrastructure and group recovery manager Richard Kirby spoke to Corin Dann.
Fruit and vege prices are set to spike thanks to the knock on effects of the recent flooding in Tasman and elsewhere. Wonky box co-founder Angus Simms spoke to Corin Dann.
This podcast description was blatantly written by AI... In this episode of the Clint Meg & Dan Podcast with Ash London, the hosts dive into hilarious, personal, and thought-provoking topics. Enjoy a playful yet deep discussion about visiting older relatives with dementia, debating celebrity status with the A-list session, and surprising life choices concerning family last names. Discover entertaining segments like 'EZ Money' and 'Guess Who,' while also addressing real-life updates such as the flood situation in Nelson and Tasman. A mix of laughter, tears, and practical advice awaits! 00:00 Welcome to the Clint Meg & Dan with Ash London Podcast00:46 Morning Show Banter and Updates01:51 Taylor Swift Throwback Discussion05:58 Unread Messages and Email Anxiety10:51 Donald Trump's Latest Antics33:07 Unpopular Opinions and Listener Calls38:13 Calendar Girls Audition Story43:33 Justin Timberlake's Rise to Fame47:26 Celebrity Guess Who Game51:06 Granting Listener Dreams56:06 Floods in Nelson and Tasman01:01:42 Surname Changes and Traditions01:11:18 Dealing with Dementia in the Family01:16:09 The A-List Debate
The Tasman district remains in a state of emergency after Friday's devastating floods, leaving residents cut off for the second time in successive weeks. Some roads remain treacherous, while water is still out in some settlements. Six schools and early childcare centres were closed today in what was supposed to be the start of term three, and some residents are still unable to return home, having to make do without clean clothes or even fresh water. Ellen O'Dwyer reports.
The head of the Forest Owners Association is flying to flood damaged Tasman on Tuesday as it grapples with fallen trees, forestry slash and silt. Forest Owners Association chief executive Elizabeth Heeg spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Flood hit residents in Tasman's Motueka Valley are back to square one with after being hit twice in two weeks by devastating floods. Mary Argue reports.
In today's episode, dozens of people remain in emergency accommodation and hundreds of flood-damaged properties still have to be assessed after Friday's devastating floods in Nelson and Tasman; "Silt and debris as far as the eye can see." That's how flood-hit Motueka Valley resident Naomi Pickett describes the aftermath of Friday's deluge which inundated an already saturated Tasman District; The official guidance on low-risk drinking doesn't reflect modern scientific evidence and "understates the health risks" of alcohol, according to Health New Zealand documents released to RNZ; The Taxpayers' Union has released its rates dashboard which ranks local bodies across the country on how much they have increased rates; World number one Jannik Sinner has won his first Wimbledon title, dethroning Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz in a four-set final this morning; New Zealand's Youth Choir has just taken out another top placing on the international stage hot on the heels of another global win.
Dozens of people remain in emergency accommodation and hundreds of flood-damaged properties still have to be assessed following Friday's devastating floods in Nelson Tasman. Nelson Tasman Civil Defence Controller John Ridd spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Federated Farmers believes it could be years before some farms in the Tasman District fully recover from the devastating floods of the past two weeks. Nelson Federated Farmers president Kerry Irvine spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Dozens of people remain in emergency accommodation and hundreds of flood-damaged properties still have to be assessed after Friday's devastating floods in Nelson and Tasman. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Corin Dann.
Dozens of people remain in emergency accommodation and hundreds of flood-damaged properties still have to be assessed after Friday's devastating floods in Nelson and Tasman. Tasman Mayor Tim King spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
A state of emergency remains in place in Nelson Tasman after more heavy rain. RNZ's Mary Argue is on the ground in Riwaka just outside of Nelson and she talks to Mihingarangi Forbes about how locals are coping in the face of more evacuations.
An emergency alert has gone out to people affected by recent flooding and today's heavy falls in the Tasman region. Nelson Tasman Civil Defence sent out the emergency mobile alert this afternoon, which advises people who evacuated in the heavy rain a fortnight ago, or anyone who feels unsafe, to get to higher ground, now. A state of emergency has been declared for the waterlogged Nelson Tasman region, with hours' more heavy rain forecast. There is a risk to life due to flooding, slips and high rivers, and conditions are worsening. Civil Defence controller Alex Louverdis spoke to Lisa Owen.
Tasman Mayor Tim King speaks with Lisa Owen about the wild weather lashing the region.
A new state of emergency is in force in the Nelson Tasman area just days after the last one was declared over. Tasman Mayor Tim King spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
In today's episode, on Wednesday The Post reported that a group linked to 'Independent Together' was behind a research 'dossier' on Labour Party candidates; The net loss of New Zealanders headed across the Tasman last year was the highest it has been since 2012; "Play fast, think fast and adapt fast" are the words All Blacks coach Scott Robertson's using to fire up his team ahead of Saturday's test match against France; we have our weekly political panel; Kerry-Anne Walsh gives us the latest from across the Tasman.
Tasman region still in recovery mode from flooding, with more heavy rain on the way, no more coal for Nelson hospital, and Nelson St John paramedics desperate for bigger ambulance station.
The insurance industry's new information sharing partnership was put to the test just days after it was signed.
The rain may have stopped but the cleanup continues for residents of the Tasman town of Wakefield, which was badly hit in the recent floods. Officials say the region is currently transitioning from a state of emergency and into recovery mode a task residents are warned will be long and hard. Nick James reports.
Let's start by looking around the motu at the latest on the weather front. This week residents in Taranaki were hit with flash floods, slips, popped manholes and sewage flows after being pummelled by thunderstorms. That's your stomping ground Paddy how did the whanau fear? And further south the clean up is underway in the Nelson Tasman area after heavy rain, which has eased up now - although the area is still under a state of emergency. Tasman mayor Tim King joins us now live from his home in Eves Valley.