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RNZ: Morning Report
Prisoners riot at Waikato prison

RNZ: Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 5:02


Corrections is playing down an incident Spring Hill Corrections Facility in which 11 rioting prisoners lit fires and pushed the Waikato prison into lockdown over the weekend.

RNZ: Checkpoint
Nine year old becomes Waikato's youngest indoor bowls champ

RNZ: Checkpoint

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 6:18


A nine year old has become Waikato's youngest indoor bowls champ, as part of a trio. Pixie Blake's team mates are a few decades older than she is. The trio took out the title at the Champion of Champions tournament in Hamilton at the weekend. Pixie Blake spoke to Lisa Owen.

RNZ: Morning Report
Heart healthcare failing at every level: Report

RNZ: Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2025 5:53


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. Waikato cardiologist and Chair of the Cardiac Society Professor Martin Stiles spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

RNZ: Morning Report
Funding drying up for Waikato environmental groups

RNZ: Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2025 3:24


It's a tough time for environmental groups in Waikato, with hundreds of thousands of dollars from government, council and private funding drying up over past few years. Libby Kirkby-McLeod has more.

The All Sport Breakfast
Anton Sagner: Auckland captain on their loss to Waikato, second NPC clash against Canterbury

The All Sport Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 6:02 Transcription Available


It was a dramatic start to the 2025 Bunnings NPC, with Auckland's narrow loss to Waikato at Eden Park – 36-35. The team started strong, with new captain Anton Segner opening the scoring in the fifth minute, but they were unable to hold back the Tron, who landed four tries in the last twenty minutes. Segner joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to discuss how they'll bounce back this weekend, and their plan to take on Canterbury as the away underdog. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Sport Breakfast
Eloise Blackwell: Auckland Storm Captain ahead of the Farah Palmer Cup opening clash against Waikato

The All Sport Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 6:03 Transcription Available


A tough first-up clash for the Auckland Storm to kick off rugby's Farah Palmer Cup against defending champions Waikato at College Rifles this afternoon. The two sides last met in last year's semi-final, with Waikato storming to a 69-12 victory. Captain Eloise Blackwell joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to dicuss the team's preparations for the season ahead. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a Lad
Oli Mathis- What a Lad

What a Lad

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 47:26


Oli Mathis is one of the most talented young players in the country. The Hamilton Boys star produced some of the most iconic NZ Schools performances we've ever seen. Whether he's been playing loose forward or on the wing, the 20-year-old has been unstoppable playing for Waikato, the All Blacks 7's side & the NZ U20s. In this episode, we chat about:What it was like growing up in Waihi on the farmWhy he moved to Hamilton Boys and his time in the First XVWe talk about those incredible NZ Schools performances and what he felt set him apart as a schoolboyWhy he turned down the Crusaders Academy to stay in the Chiefs regionHis experiences with Waikato, Chiefs wider squad, All Blacks 7s and NZ U20sThe frustration of missing the U20 World Cup Final through injuryLife as a hybrid forward/wing and where he sees his best positionWhere he see's his future in the game And heaps moreAs you'll hear Oli is a passionate rugby man, he always has been! And then when he's not on the field, he is up on the hills hunting in true kiwi style. This is an awesome insight into someone with a huge future ahead of him, a special talent and one of the great lads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pick & Go
The Pick and Go Podcast - 2025 - Episode 27

Pick & Go

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 47:05


Welcome back to the Pick and Go podcast. The NPC is back, and it is bang with a bang! It seems there are plenty of players who still have a lot to give the game of rugby as a couple of legends help Waikato overcome Auckland in a thrilling opener to the NPC season. We look over the All Blacks squad and who has been a surprise inclusion?Is this getting closer the the squad and style we can expect from Razor in the future or is this still an experimental period. The Wallabies avoided a 3-0 series loss with a tough display against the Lions, but should this Wallabies side have won the series?

Mornings with Ian Smith
Te Rapa 2025/26 | Waikato Racing CEO Andrew ‘Butch' Castles (6/8/25)

Mornings with Ian Smith

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 14:02


Waikato Racing CEO Andrew ‘Butch' Castles catches up with Smithy to talk about what they have coming up this season, state of the industry, Grand National Festival of Racing at Riccarton & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave
Kyren Taumoefolau: former Moana Pasifika player talks move to the Chiefs

Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 7:01 Transcription Available


Big signing for the Chiefs! Promising winger Kyren Taumoefolau is departing Moana Pasifika and signing with the Waikato-based franchise. He spoke to Jason Pine on Sportstalk. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#BHN Big Hairy News
#BHN NCEA on the garage dump | Bishop on Luxon's unpopularity | Rakete and Waikato on voting rights

#BHN Big Hairy News

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 111:02


The Government has announced a proposal to replace New Zealand's secondary school qualification system, NCEA, 23 years after it was first introduced.Chris Bishop was on Q&A in the weekend discussed whether Christopher Luxon's low preferred Prime Minister ratings are a cause for concern, and defends the government's decision to limit election enrolment to the day before advance voting begins.Dr Emmy Rākete, co-founder of People Against Prisons Aotearoa, and lawyer Tania Waikato join Miriama Kamo on Marae to unpack thousands allegedly being removed from the electoral roll, prisoner voting scrapped, and strict new rules that could shut even more out.=================================Come support the work we're doing by becoming a Patron of ⁠⁠#BHN⁠⁠ www.patreon.com/BigHairyNews⁠=================================Merch available at www.BHNShop.nz Like us on Facebookwww.facebook.com/BigHairyNews Follow us on Twitter.@patbrittenden @Chewie_NZFollow us on BlueskyPat @patbrittenden.bsky.socialChewie @chewienz.bsky.socialEmily @iamprettyawesome.bsky.socialMagenta @xkaosmagex.bsky.social

Mornings with Ian Smith
NPC 2025 Round 1 Review | Former All Blacks and Wales Fullback Shane Howarth (4/8/25)

Mornings with Ian Smith

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2025 18:06


Former All Blacks and Wales Fullback Shane Howarth joins the show to review round 1 of the NPC 2025 including, Waikato edging Auckland to open the competition, Taranaki retaining the Ranfurly Shield, Hawkes Bay hammer Counites & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave
Tony Johnson: rugby commentator on the start of the NPC season

Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 8:20 Transcription Available


The NPC is back for another year! Auckland and Waikato have kicked things off at Eden Park tonight. Veteran commentator Tony Johnson spoke to D'Arcy Waldegrave on Sportstalk. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RNZ: Morning Report
Agreement between Taupō councillors and local iwi causes controversy

RNZ: Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 3:27


An agreement between Taupo councillors and local iwi Ngāti Tūwharetoa has caused controversy after one of the councillors called in lobby group Hobson Pledge to raise concerns with a wider audience. Maori News Journalist Pokere Paewai spoke to Corin Dann.

#BHN Big Hairy News
#BHN Tania Waikato on proposed electoral rules | Simeon Brown calls out nurses | IDF War crimes confirmed

#BHN Big Hairy News

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 109:58


Tania Waikato joins us tonight on proposed electoral rules to stop the ability to enrol to vote on election day. Judith Collins, as attorney general, said the rule would be a breach of the Bill of Rights, Christopher Luxon said "who cares:Lieutenant-Colonel Anthony Aguilar, a former special forces veteran, was employed as a professional soldier at a food distribution site in Gaza. Aguilar has accused members of the Israel Defence Forces and American colleagues of deliberately targeting and killing unarmed Palestinian civilians.Health Minister Simeon Brown, who's come out quite strong against the NZ Nurses Organisation (NZNO) and the near 40,000 nurses who are striking today, held a press conference repeating a few talking points and phrases such as "striking is not the answer" and "get back around the negotiating table". He also repeatedly thanked nurses who did provide emergency care today.=================================Come support the work we're doing by becoming a Patron of ⁠⁠#BHN⁠⁠ www.patreon.com/BigHairyNews⁠=================================Merch available at www.BHNShop.nz Like us on Facebookwww.facebook.com/BigHairyNews Follow us on Twitter.@patbrittenden @Chewie_NZFollow us on BlueskyPat @patbrittenden.bsky.socialChewie @chewienz.bsky.socialEmily @iamprettyawesome.bsky.socialMagenta @xkaosmagex.bsky.social

Mornings with Ian Smith
Auckland NPC 2025 | Auckland NPC head coach Steven Bates on opening round Waikato clash

Mornings with Ian Smith

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 16:10


Chappy & Steve are joined by Auckland NPC head coach Steven Bates to look ahead to their clash against Waikato in the NPC opener at Eden Park tonight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mornings with Ian Smith
NPC 2025 Preview | Rugby News Mag Editor Campbell Burnes (30/7/25)

Mornings with Ian Smith

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 18:40


Rugby News Mag Editor Campbell Burnes joins the show to preview the 2025 NPC, round 1 kicking off this Thursday with Auckland v Waikato at Eden Park and wrapping up Sunday with the Magpies v Counties Manukau at McLean Park in Napier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duncan Garner - Editor-In-Chief
The Hidden Details of the Waiora Co-Governance Committee

Duncan Garner - Editor-In-Chief

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 13:05


Today on the show…  - I have all the details of the secret Waiora Co-Governance Committee in the Waikato. It's secret because the public are finding it hard to find out what it is and what it is up.  - Consultation, it seems, doesn't go as far as the general public.  - Plus some Letters to the Editor! Website: https://www.rova.nz/home/podcasts/duncan-garner---editor-in-chief Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast  TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Canterbury Mornings with Chris Lynch
Chris Hipkins: Labour leader responds to Luxon's heated comments, talks Waikato Medical School

Canterbury Mornings with Chris Lynch

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 10:03 Transcription Available


The Labour Leader has responded to Luxon's heated comments in response to their jabs about the cost of living. The Opposition has criticised the Government's flagship cost of living policy, raising a red flag over only 153 families getting the maximum credit across all four quarters. Luxon says Labour's crying crocodile tears, and that he's not taking any lectures from "frickin Chris Hipkins" about not supporting working Kiwis. Hipkins told John MacDonald that Luxon is focused on attacking other people and blaming everybody else, rather than speaking up in favour of his own government's track records. “Show me the money” is the Opposition's call over the Government plan for the new Waikato Medical School. It'll get $83 million in taxpayer funding and more than $150 million from the university and investors. The Labour leader told MacDonald we need to train more doctors, but this could take longer than just increasing intakes at existing medical schools. He says the Government should be transparent about this decision. Hipkins says Labour won't stop the project if construction's already under way if it gets into Government. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RNZ: Checkpoint
Positive reactions to University of Waikato medical school

RNZ: Checkpoint

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 3:35


Local business, community, and medical leaders are reacting positively to the announcement of a new medical school at the University of Waikato. The government announced yesterday it will fund 82.5 million dollars towards the school, with the university paying the remaining 150 million, backed by philanthropists. Libby Kirkby-McLeod reports.

Parliament - Live Stream and Question Time
Oral Questions for 22 July 2025

Parliament - Live Stream and Question Time

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 53:47


Questions to Ministers NANCY LU to the Minister of Finance: What recent reports has she seen on the economy? RICARDO MENÉNDEZ MARCH to the Minister for Child Poverty Reduction: Does she agree with the findings of the Below the Income Floor: Modelling Income Adequacy for Low-Income New Zealand Households 2018 - 2026 report; if not, why not? Rt Hon CHRIS HIPKINS to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? DAN BIDOIS to the Minister for Infrastructure: What recent announcements has he made about getting infrastructure built in New Zealand? Hon BARBARA EDMONDS to the Minister of Finance: Does she stand by all her statements and actions? TODD STEPHENSON to the Associate Minister of Health: What recent announcements has he made about Pharmac? RYAN HAMILTON to the Minister of Health: What recent announcements has the Government made about strengthening New Zealand's domestically trained doctor workforce? ARENA WILLIAMS to the Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs: Does he stand by his statement that "Having better competition means that we can bring down the cost of living for Kiwis"; if so, what is he doing, if anything, that reduces the cost of living? RAWIRI WAITITI to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? JENNY MARCROFT to the Associate Minister of Health: What recent reports has she seen about smoking in New Zealand? SHANAN HALBERT to the Minister for Universities: Does he stand by all his statements and actions regarding the Waikato medical school? FRANCISCO HERNANDEZ to the Minister for Universities: Does he stand by his announcement about the establishment of a new medical school and that it will "build a stronger, more diverse workforce"; if so, why?

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Neil Quigley: University of Waikato Vice-Chancellor on whether the costs of the new Waikato medical school will blow out

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 9:17 Transcription Available


There's concerns over whether the costs for the new Waikato University medical school will blow out and be passed on to taxpayers. Cabinet will contribute $80 million to the $230-million-dollar Waikato University school, which is expected to open in 2028 for 120 trainees. University of Waikato Vice-Chancellor Neil Quigley says the university is on track for a surplus of $20 million this financial year. "The university is in really good financial shape, enrolments have risen very quickly this year...and we have no debt at the moment either." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RNZ: Checkpoint
New Waikato medical school gets government green light

RNZ: Checkpoint

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 9:40


The government has green-lit a new medical school at the University of Waikato, ending months of delays due to coalition wrangling. It was a National election promise, and it has finally got the go ahead, with the government announcing it will front up around $80 million while the University pays $150 million for the project. It will add 120 doctor training places each year, starting in 2028. The announcement also came as inflation edges to a 12-month high, and the Minister in charge of Pharmac released a new letter of expectations. Political reporter Lillian Hanly spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

RNZ: Morning Report
Health Minister on govt contribution to third medical school

RNZ: Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 8:55


The government contribution to a third medical school at the University of Waikato is $200 million less than previously anticipated. Health Minister Simeon Brown spoke to Corin Dann.

RNZ: Morning Report
University of Waikato on third medical school

RNZ: Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 5:45


The University of Waikato's Vice Chancellor says he's not worried about the government's reduction in funding for its third medical school. Professor Neil Quigley spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

RNZ: Morning Report
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 22nd July 2025

RNZ: Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 27:30


In today's episode, Cabinet has approved the business case for a third medical school, but the total budget has reduced from $380 million to $230 million, with the university expected to stump up the lion's share of $150 million; The University of Waikato's Vice Chancellor says he's not worried about the government's reduction in funding for its third medical school; New Zealand is among 25 countries and the European Union that have released a joint statement urging that the war in Gaza must end now; Marketing experts are warning shoppers to be wary because some discounts and promotional activity isn't all it appears

The Mike Hosking Breakfast
Full Show Podcast: 22 July 2025

The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 89:45 Transcription Available


On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 22nd of July, a new medical school in Waikato has finally been greenlit – the Waikato University Vice Chancellor and Health Minister discuss the course. Netball New Zealand is changing the eligibility rules to allow players to play in Australia for the domestic season and still represent the Silver Ferns. Longevity expert Dr Eric Topol talks our health habits, red wine, chocolate, and if blue zones are fact or fiction. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duncan Garner - Editor-In-Chief
Co-Governance is SPREADING!

Duncan Garner - Editor-In-Chief

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 41:41


Today on the show… It's not just Taupo Council doing secret power sharing deals with Iwi!  Up the road in the Waikato a bunch of unelected bureaucrats are doing a behind closed doors deal with the local iwi Tainui over the future of the Waikato River. And hard working land users up and down the river are being refused access to what's going on. Andy Loader is with the Public Land Users Group in the Waikato and joins us to discuss. Website: https://www.rova.nz/home/podcasts/duncan-garner---editor-in-chief Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast  TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duncan Garner - Editor-In-Chief
SLAM DUNC: The Taupō Problem Spreads to the Waikato!

Duncan Garner - Editor-In-Chief

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 17:02


Slam Dunc from ‘Co-Governance is SPREADING!' Watch the full episode here:  PLUS… New episodes 7pm weekdays! Website: https://www.rova.nz/home/podcasts/duncan-garner---editor-in-chief Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: I'm expecting the Waikato medical school costs to blow out

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 2:14 Transcription Available


Now, here's a prediction for you - watch those Waikato University medical school costs blowout. I reckon it's gonna blow out and there's all the signs this thing is gonna blow out. Even when the Waikato University was itself putting in less money, which is $100 million, there were questions about whether it could afford it because Waikato University's debt level is maxed out at the moment. So everybody looked at it and went, are you actually gonna be able to afford it? Well now, it not only has to put in the $100 million, it has to put in $150 million between itself and some philanthropists it needs to find. Now, what do you think happens if for whatever reason, it cannot quite find that money? Who do you think is going to be called upon to fund the gap? The long-suffering taxpayer. That's a blowout for us. Now, that's not even mentioning the chances that this thing costs much more than what they say it's gonna cost. I'm very suspicious about how it is that a $380 million project suddenly got cut down to $230 million without anything actually being cut out of it. How did that happen? And even at the higher estimate, which was $380 million, I was already worried that that wasn't really going to cover it, because there were warnings then that it was going to blow out - because the thing is being rushed. Treasury said that whenever we rush things, like the Dunedin Hospital build, we end up with unexpected and often urgent cost escalations. Now, I'm incredibly cynical about the fact that this has somehow managed to radically cut the costs of a scheme that was being questioned for being too expensive and unnecessary when we already have two medical schools. And I worry very much that we have been presented the best case scenario to get us across the line on a National Party election promise that actually wasn't stacking up anymore. And that once we've invested in this and the shovels are in the ground and the costs start to blow out, we go - well, we're already pouring money into it, we simply will have to continue pouring money into it, which is how this always goes. So I hope that this comes in under budget, and if it does, I absolutely will apologize for what I'm saying right now, but I don't think it will. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Simeon Brown: Health Minister on construction beginning on new Waikato medical school

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 3:56 Transcription Available


Construction will begin this year on a new medical school at Waikato University. The Government has given it the go ahead - and is providing $83 million dollars towards the project. Health Minister Simeon Brown says the school will offer a post-graduate degree aimed at other fields, such as nurses or paramedics. "This is about attracting people from those rural communities working potentially in healthcare or different roles and giving them the opportunity to upskill or become a doctor." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on the Government putting $83 million towards new Waikato medical school

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 5:41 Transcription Available


The Prime Minister has confirmed a Waikato medical school's coming, with construction beginning this year. The Government's putting $83 million towards the $230-million-dollar project, with the rest coming from Waikato University and philanthropic investors. It'll offer a graduate-entry programme, focused on primary care and rural health. Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says the ACT Party quickly released a statement taking credit for driving down the price of the project. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the costs of building the new Waikato medical school

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 8:58 Transcription Available


The Finance Minister says the costs involved in building a new medical school at Waikato University have been through a thorough business case. Construction will begin this year - with the school providing 120 doctor training places a year, focused on primary care and rural health. The Government's chipping in $83 million dollars, and the university and philanthropic investors will contribute $150 million. When asked what would happen if the others can't come up with the money, Nicola Willis was clear. "I'm going to say - well, you said you would, so you're in trouble now and you're going to have to find the money." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
The Huddle: Should we scrap NCEA entirely?

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 10:34 Transcription Available


Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! There's growing calls to scrap NCEA - and the Government is looking to make some changes to the qualification. What do we make of this? Coldplay's Chris Martin is now warning adulterers to disentangle before the kiss cam comes on. What do we think of this saga? Should the CEO have had to resign? The Government has confirmed the new Waikato medical school is under way - do we see the costs blowing out? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RNZ: Nine To Noon
Waikato food-tech company putting science into breakfast

RNZ: Nine To Noon

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2025 11:33


They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but a Waikato food-tech company is taking it a step further.

The Devlin Radio Show
Matthew Cooper: NZR President and Former All Black reflects on his career

The Devlin Radio Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 12:15 Transcription Available


Another icon of Waikato Rugby was former All Black Matthew Cooper. He made his All Blacks test debut in 1992, setting a then-world record of 23 points on test debut, and holds the scoring record for Waikato, with 1604 points. The now-President of NZR joined Piney ahead of the final All Blacks test against France to discuss his playing days, his current role, and the current All Blacks series. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RNZ: Checkpoint
Pensioners living in museum carpark face uncertain future

RNZ: Checkpoint

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 7:13


Pensioners camped out in a Waikato carpark are facing an uncertain future after years living on the site, but the carkpark owner says most of them cant afford to go anywhere else. The Classics Museum in the Hamilton suburb of Frankton has allowed people living in campervans to park on its land for $50 a week. Many of them are elderly and on low incomes; some of them have been there for years. But it is a breach of the museum's resource consent that only allows limited short term stays. Now Hamilton City Council has put the landowner on notice. Classics Museum Owner Tom Andrews spoke to Lisa Owen.

Fix Your Fatigue
Hypnotherapy, Somatics, and True Healing in ME/CFS/LC with Anna Grear, LLB

Fix Your Fatigue

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 43:31


In this episode, Anna Grear, LLB, joins Evan H. Hirsch, MD, to explore how somatic healing and hypnotherapy can unlock recovery from chronic fatigue and long COVID.   Drawing from her 32-year journey with ME/CFS and her background as a law professor turned hypno-healer, Anna Grear, LLB, shares a powerful mind-body approach to healing through self-awareness, nervous system balance, and unconscious transformation. Formerly Professor of Law and Theory at Cardiff University in the UK and currently Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Waikato in New Zealand, Anna now helps people with long-term complex fatigue conditions and spiritual emergence. She combines a deep passion for the intelligence of the body with advanced tools in mind-shifting and hypnotic influence. Her work focuses on health optimization, radical human potential, and awakening the healing wisdom within.   What you'll learn in this episode: -. How somatics and hypnosis influence the body's healing capacity -. Why chronic fatigue is often a mismatch between ancient biology and modern stress -. Techniques to regulate the nervous system and access deep calm -. The role of perception, safety, and neuroplasticity in recovery   Learn more about Anna's work at: http://www.hypnocatalyst.com Listen to her audio gift here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2113402/15218459   .   We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here.   For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

The Country
The Country 07/07/25: Hugh Jackson talks to Jamie Mackay

The Country

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 7:35 Transcription Available


We yarn with the 2025 FMG Young Farmer of the Year - a Waikato sheep and beef farmer who finished third in the 2023 Grand Final when representing Otago/Southland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RNZ: Nights
Philosophy Now: Should we want to live forever?

RNZ: Nights

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 12:58


University of Waikato senior lecturer in philosophy Dan Weijers joins Emile Donovan to ponder immortality.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Steven Trewick: Massey University evolutionary ecology professor on the noble false widow spiders spreading through NZ

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 3:17 Transcription Available


An invasive spider with a nasty bite is spreading its population across New Zealand - prompting warnings from experts. The noble false widow spider has been spotted in Christchurch, Nelson, Northland and Waikato. Massey University evolutionary ecology professor, Steven Trewick, says their bite is unlikely to kill you - but it's harmful if left untreated. "Like most spiders, they're not going to bite you because they're not interested in you...but they do have some toxins that are similar to the toxins black widows and redbacks have." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scene + Herd: Podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand
Shut the gate: Deferred Grazing on hill country

Scene + Herd: Podcasts from Beef + Lamb New Zealand

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 29:35


We're joined by Bill Garland who farms at Maungatautari in the Waikato and Dr Katherine Tozer, Senior Scientist at AgResearch, to talk deferred grazing. Around for many decades in different forms, it's gaining more popularity as a way to transfer feed from spring to autumn/early winter, to regenerate pastures and to cut down on diesel, seed and cropping/regrassing costs.  Could it have a place in your system? For more details, check out the deferred grazing information on B+LNZ's Factsheet, DairyNZ's Deferred Grazing page and AgResearch's guide book. This research was supported by AgResearch, DairyNZ, MPI, Ellett Trust, Ballance Agri-nutrients, Bay of Plenty Regional Council, Waikato Regional Council, Greater Wellington Regional Council, Beef + Lamb New Zealand and especially the many farmers who contributed their time, paddocks and expertise. 

RNZ: Checkpoint
Cleaners doubling as security guards at two Waikato Hospitals

RNZ: Checkpoint

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 4:08


Cleaners doubling as security guards at two rural Waikato Hospitals have left staff worried about their own safety and that of patients. These are among findings in a report obtained by Checkpoint about the introduction of the scheme - which Health New Zealand calls integrated cleaning, attendant and security services - at Te Kuiti and Tokoroa hospitals. Jimmy Ellingham reports.

RNZ: Morning Report
NZ sends Hercules to Middle East as conflict escalates

RNZ: Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025 2:27


New Zealand is sending a C130-J Hercules to the Middle East to bring back New Zealanders stuck in Israel and Iran, it will have to wait until the air space has reopened. University of Waikato expert Alexander Gillespie spoke to Morning Report.

RNZ: Checkpoint
Chiefs fans banned from bringing cow bells to Super Rugby final

RNZ: Checkpoint

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 7:18


Chiefs fans have been told that cow bells are not welcome at the Super Rugby Pacific final in Christchurch on Saturday. The Waikato supporters are known for enthusiastically ringing the metal bells that were traditionally tied around cows necks. But the Crusaders have warned fans metal bells will be confiscated at the gate at Apollo Project stadium, and they may be melted down. Crusaders CEO Colin Mansbridge spoke to Lisa Owen.

The Athlete Development Show
Professor Holly Thorpe on Stoke, Action Sports Culture, and Supporting Joyful, Creative Experiences for Our Kids

The Athlete Development Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 77:25


Professor Holly Thorpe, a leading voice in the sociology of sport from the University of Waikato, is an action sports advocate and someone who's spent years studying the social dynamics of movement and play.In this episode, Holly shares her journey growing up in Gisborne's tight-knit windsurfing and skateboarding community, where the learning came from peers, not coaches, and where the natural environment played as big a role as the people did. We discuss the idea of “stoke” — that deep sense of joy and freedom that lives at the heart of action sports — and explore how we might protect and promote that same feeling in more traditional sporting spaces.We also dive into the challenges girls and women still face in these environments, the impact of family and community, and what happens when sports like snowboarding and skateboarding become Olympic disciplines.Enjoy! Sign up for Craig's newsletter (Beyond the Game) at http://www.drcraigharrison.com/ Get Craig to speak at your club or school here.   Connect with Craig:Instagram: instagram.com/drcraigharrison/ Facebook: facebook.com/drcraigharrison Twitter: twitter.com/drcraigharrisonSupport the show

RNZ: Checkpoint
Waikato rocket builders to blast off in international competition

RNZ: Checkpoint

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 7:06


A group of amateur Waikato rocket scientists need a funding boost if they are going to make it all the way to international competitions, after a sucessful final practice launch of their creation, Takahe. The rocket built by the University of Waikato Astronautics Club will go up against other creations in the outback of New South Wales in August as part of the Aussie Universities Rocketary Competition. They've also got their hopes cast further afield, aiming for bigger competitions in the US. University of Waikato Astronautics Club president Reuben Buckley spoke to Lisa Owen.

RNZ: Afternoons with Jesse Mulligan
The 12-year campaign to keep New Chum Beach from developers

RNZ: Afternoons with Jesse Mulligan

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 11:17


For the last 12 years, a group of locals have been fighting a planned 25-house development. 

RNZ: Nine To Noon
Around the motu: John Freer in Coromandel

RNZ: Nine To Noon

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 8:37


John Freer is a CFM local news reporter from the Coromandel Peninsula.

Habits and Hustle
Episode 435: Dr. Stacy Sims: Workout Like a Woman Not a "Little Man" + How To Train Based on Hormones

Habits and Hustle

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 64:35


Ever wonder why your fitness routine doesn't yield the same results as your male workout partner's? In this episode on the Habits and Hustle podcast, I talk with exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist Dr. Stacy Sims, as she reveals that women's bodies respond completely differently to exercise due to our unique physiology.  We dive into the importance of tailored training protocols for women, especially during different life stages such as puberty, perimenopause, and menopause. We also discuss essential supplements, the implications of using Ozempic for weight loss, the benefits of exercise over pharmaceutical interventions, and underrated health tips. Dr. Stacy Sims is a forward-thinking exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist with an MSc and PhD who specializes in female-specific training, nutrition, and health. Named one of the top visionaries in the running industry and featured as one of the top women changing the paradigm of her field by Outside Magazine, she is the author of the groundbreaking book ROAR and creator of the "Women Are Not Small Men" philosophy. Dr. Sims has published over 100 peer-reviewed papers, directed research programs at Stanford, AUT University, and the University of Waikato, and continues to advocate for women's health through her courses, speaking engagements, and research.  What We Discuss:  02:58 Understanding Women's Physiology 06:00 The Importance of Tailored Training for Women 10:08 Injury Risks and Biomechanics in Women 14:02 Navigating Perimenopause and Menopause 19:54 Effective Training Strategies for Women 25:03 The Role of High-Intensity Training 29:58 Jump Training and Bone Health 35:15 Understanding Ground Reaction Forces 35:43 Fasting and Women's Health 38:38 Hormonal Sensitivity and Nutrition 40:24 Protein Needs for Women 42:13 Plant-Based Protein Sources 45:38 Essential Supplements for Women's Health 49:41 Peptides and Their Efficacy 50:58 The Ozempic Craze 54:17 Microdosing and Inflammation 56:20 Training Across Different Life Stages 01:01:55 Underrated and Overrated Health Tips 01:03:40 Saunas vs. Cold Therapy …and more! Thank you to our sponsors: AquaTru: Get 20% off any purifier at aquatru.com with code HUSTLE Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off  TruNiagen: Head over to truniagen.com and use code HUSTLE20 to get $20 off any purchase over $100. Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout. BiOptimizers: Want to try Magnesium Breakthrough? Go to https://bioptimizers.com/jennifercohen and use promo code JC10 at checkout to save 10% off your purchase. Timeline Nutrition: Get 10% off your first order at timeline.com/cohen Air Doctor: Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code HUSTLE for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers.  Bio.me: Link to daily prebiotic fiber here, code Jennifer20 for 20% off.  Momentous: Shop this link and use code Jen for 20% off   Find more from Jen:  Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/ Instagram: @therealjencohen   Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement Find more from Dr. Stacy Sims: Website: https://www.drstacysims.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstacysims