Podcasts about Tasman

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.

If you've got an appointment at the hospital this week, you might want to check it's still going ahead. Nurses are going on strike tomorrow from 9am for 24 hours. 4,300 surgeries and specialist appointments will be affected. It's a complete withdrawal of labour. It's 36,000 nurses. It'll affect every place where Health NZ provides health or hospital care, and it's the middle of winter. The nurses union's been bargaining. It's the usual stuff - pay and staffing levels. Also as usual, they say if it's life or death, you will be seen to. They had a bargaining meeting yesterday with Health NZ, which didn't go well. They've been bargaining since last September and haven't found common ground yet. The nurses say they are too short staffed and departing nurses are not being replaced. And without more pay, nurses will keep being tempted across the Tasman. So, what were they being offered? Health NZ says a new graduate nurse on $75,773 would gain a total pay increase of $8,337 (or 11%) by the end of June 2026. What's more, they say the average salary for both senior and registered nurses, including overtime, PDRP allowance, and penal rates, is $125,662. Until these guys can sort out who's right and come to a deal, this may not be the last hospital strike we patients must endure this winter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

Jack was in a car crash, John's first thoughts on the Kia Tasman, plus special guest Nick who added absolutely nothing.

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.

Live from Tasman town in Bathurst, the boys have a huge show with big name guests stopping by including Steve Waugh, Alfie Langer and Alex Volkanovski plus all the big news around the NRL and the sporting world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. 

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

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

Young Australian agriculture influencer with 700,000 followers encourages young Kiwis to get across the Tasman for the harvest season. Plus, she warns of the red flags to look out for when it comes to worker exploitation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Aimie Hines and Tim Batt. Last night Tasman resident Rose Renton told the story of her home being caught in two floods. Could dredging of the Wai-iti River have made a difference? And if so why does the Tasman District Council restrict it? Tonight the Tasman District Council answers Rose's concerns. The Panel also hears from Sue Chetwin, chair of the Grocery Action Group about the Commerce Commission's plans to take legal action against Foodstuffs North Island and its subsidiary Gilmours Wholesale for alleged "cartel behaviour".

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.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Deborah Hart and Anton Matthews. They head to Tasman where a clean up is underway and residents are asking what could have been done to prevent damage. Then they talk to Matamata Piako Mayor Adrienne Wilcock about the difference in pay for councillors across the motu.

We catch up with a Tasman dairy farmer who’s been at the coal face of the devastating flooding at the top of the Motueka River, as the region reels from two horrendous floods in two weeks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Huge landslides in Tasman have caused widespread destruction in the past week's damaging storms. The area's State of Emergency continues - but recovery efforts are in full swing after flooding, slips and power outages. More than 800 properties are being assessed for damage in Tasman and Nelson. The town of Ngātīmoti was badly hit. Local Steph Jewell says logjams that meant homes flooded - are being cleared. "Further up the little stream that I live up - it's all happening. As soon as I wake, it's the sound of machinery." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 14 July 2025, how much money did we waste on the Te Pukenga experiment? Minister for Vocational Training Penny Simmonds tells Ryan Bridge the shocking cost, and why we're going back to 10 independent polytechs from next year. A Tasman community has yet again been hit by mountains of slash. Ngātīmoti resident Steph Jewell reports from the clean-up and what should be done to avoid history repeating again. Former rugby league player Paul Gallen tells Ryan he really does hate Sonny Bill Williams ahead of the pair's much anticipated fight. Plus, the Huddle debrief on THAT letter by Ray Chung and THAT interview he did with Ryan last week. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Flood-soaked Tasman residents are holding their breath amid the weather warnings - hoping for the best but preparing for the worst. Motueka Valley resident Naomi Pickett spoke to Corin Dann.

The net loss of New Zealanders headed across the Tasman last year was the highest it has been since 2012. Massey University Emeritus professor Paul Spoonley spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

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.

Civil Defence is calling last week's flooding in the Tasman region the worst in nearly 150 years. Tasman mayor Tim King spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

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.