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Wallace Chapman and producer Tessa Guest preview tonight's instalment of The Panel.
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Michael Moynahan and Jenni Giblin. First up, the cost of power is front of mind today as the government announces an energy sector shake up. But the changes fall short of what's required to bring prices down in the short term, say critics. Then, a new nationwide study looking at nitrate levels in drinking water outlines grave concerns for rural Cantabrians and Southlanders. Lead author Karyne Rogers explains.
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: how do telephones work? Wallace speaks to an expert in the field, Brian Potter. He started as a telephone exchange engineer at the New Zealand Post Office in 1971, and these days he shares his knowledge at MOTAT's telecomms section.
Wallace Chapman previews tonight's instalment of The Panel.
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Cindy Mitchener and Allan Blackman First up, a collection of unions have suggested a radical idea to bring down power prices: why not return the electricity generators back to 100 % public ownership? The Panel discusses the pros and cons. Then, overnight Donald Trump has reiterated his intention to impose one hundred percent tariffs on all films made outside of the US. So as the world order shifts, is there a case to be made for New Zealand to align with a different centre of global economic power?
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: it's another hit of Kiwi Nuggets, our look at New Zealand design history. This week: the Scanospheric Electronic Pool Table, the Deloran of pool tables.
Jesse is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer José Barbosa to preview this evening's show.
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: our cities have no shortage of soil, from sports fields to berms lining most streets. But infrastructure works are compacting the soil to the point where it can't act like the sponge it should be in flooding events. Water design expert Sue Ira digs into the issue.
Wallace Chapman and producer Tessa Guest preview tonight's instalment of The Panel.
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin. Rory O'Sullivan our in-house linguist arrives to wow us once again with the mysterious power of words, before a few listeners ring in with TV show recommendations.
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Verity Johnson and Ed McKnight. First up, a new Reserve Bank governor has been appointed and Dr Anna Breman will be the first women in the role in New Zealand. How significant is this and how important is the appointment for women in economics? Then, Auckland Council is voting on whether to keep going with what's known at Plan Change 78 which allows for three story houses to be put up anywhere, or a revised plan which incorporates 10-15 storey buildings. Simon Wilson brings us the latest from a very contentious debate.
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: Auckland's Morrisons Funeral's have 700 unclaimed ashes and time is running out for people to collect their loved ones. Wallace talks to manager Natasha Plunkett about why some of these ashes (some have been there for nearly 100 years) have been left behind.
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Jo McCarroll and Tim Batt. First up, the government has confirmed it is going ahead with changes to the Holiday Act. How might that affect how you take leave? Find out on the Panel with a payroll expert. Then, the Trump administration seems to be kicking it up a notch in the authoritarian stakes with a campaign targetting critics of the slain far-right activist Charlie Kirk. How do pervious periods of US history where democracy appeared to be under threat?
Jesse is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer José Barbosa to preview this evening's show.
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: instant noodles are a beloved budget meal option. Waikato University history lecturer Chip Van Dyke has done a deep dive into their origin story.
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Ben Thomas and Niki Bezzant. First up, Canada, Australia and the UK have announced they recgonise the Palestinian state. Will New Zealand follow suit? Then, 16 percent of candidates in the local government elections have signed up to a Taxpayer's Union pledge to keep rates rises below the the level of inflation - but economists warn that may not be feasible.
Wallace Chapman and producer Tessa Guest preview tonight's instalment of The Panel.
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Mary Lambie and Chris Wikaira. First up, electronic bail violations are increasing which is concerning for victims, but what's the cause behind it? Then, Lake Hawera residents are concerned that lowering the lake levels could have a devastating impact under the fast track bill. Could the old Lake Onslow scheme be the answer to our electricity woes? A new group is exploring that idea.
Jesse is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer José Barbosa to preview this evening's show.
Jesse is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer José Barbosa to preview this evening's show.
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Anna Dean and Phil O'Reilly First up, according to GDP figures out today the economy is in the toilet. Finance Mnister Nicola Willis balmes Trump's tariffs, but is that really the case and should we be worried? Then, it's been almost a year of visitors paying $100 for the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy. Has the money gone back into tourism and conservation? According to the budget the government has been sitting on it.
Jesse is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer José Barbosa to preview this evening's show.
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: Wallace talks to Jahmaine Cummings-Hodge, the Chief Operating officer at AU Consulting about the 50 year journey of Te Wiki o te reo Maori.
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Sarah Perimm-Lamp and Peter Dunne. First up, at a pretrial hearing, a lawyer has called on senior judges to denounce mass police use of a private software and camera system to identify car number plates. The cops say they need it to do their job. Who is right? Then the government is removing art history as a stand alone subject for yeasr 11 to 13. Teachers say it's a shocking loss to the ciriculum.
Jesse is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer Jose Barbosa to preview this evening's show.
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Deborah Hart and Simon Wilson. First up, save the Chateau! A petition with over 15 thousand signatures was handed to parliament today. That's a lot of people asking the government to open up regulatroy blockades to make the Chateau Tongriro more appealing to investors. Then the government is looking at changing rules around how many concerts Eden Park can hold per year. What do the residents of the area think about that?
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: Wallace talks to Dave Carter who is an Associate Professor at the School of Music and Screen Arts at Massey University. They discuss how to save the country's much-loved, but struggling grassroots music venues
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Ali Jones and Sarah Sparks. First up, the world has been awash with headlines about fugitive Tom Phillips's death and the rescue of his children. Details of the case were widely reported and splashed all over social media before a court order was filed for an injunction. So, the panel asks: does an injunction really hold much weight? Then, Wattie's has told some Hawke's Bay peach growers that their fruit will no longer be needed. How will this affect growers?
Jesse is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer Tom Riste-Smith to preview this evening's show.
Emile Donovan is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer Lucy Walker to preview this evening's show.
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Sally Wenley and Andrew Clay. First up, the assassination of right wing activist Charlie Kirk has sent shockwaves around the world - but equally disturbing is the graphic video of the shooting that was widely distributed online. It's a video that has been seen by many children, how do we keep them safe?
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Penny Ashton and Tim Wilson. First up, America has been left reeling after today's assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The panel talk to Professor Julian Droogan, Head of the School of International Studies at Macquarie University, about the impact of this and what it tells us about US politics right now. Then, the latest Financial Services Council report has revealed that our Gen Zs are great savers, but that the cost of living is a huge worry for them. Is there a way to build their confidence?
Emile Donovan is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer José Barbosa to preview this evening's show.
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Mark Leishman Then: it's Papua New Guinea Pidgin Language Week, so Wallace welcomes two native speakers, Emmanuel Simon and Deborah Kakis, to guide him and us through the wonders of Tok Pisin.
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Denise L'Estrange-Corbet and Allan Blackman First up, reality TV queen Julie Christie has been given exclusive police access behind the scenes to produce a documentary on the Tom Phillips case. It's sparked plenty of criticism - including from Tom Phillips' sister. Then, a select committee hearing submissions in the Online Casino Bill has heard how kiwis will be flooded with ads encouraging them to gamble at online casinos,
Jesse is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer Lucy Walker to preview this evening's show.
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: our in house linguistics expert Rory O'Sullivan is back with more exciting facts about the world of words and a look ahead to Te Wiki o te Reo Maori.
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: Wallace talsk to Panel Plus regular Emma Gleason about the recent passing of Giorgio Armani and how he revolutionised fashion.
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Heather Roy and Ian Powell. First up, there's a strong warning from the Public Service Commissioner to primary school teachers that they'll hurt students and their families if they go on strike. Then, are the days of the election hoardings over? An NZ Herald editorial says they are outdated. Will you miss them if they go?
Jesse is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer Lucy Walker to preview this evening's show.
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Zoe George and Dean Hall First up, Tom Phillips was shot and died in a confrontation with Police early this morning, former police negotiator Lance Burdett is with the Panel to discuss the case and what about the Phillips children? Then Winston Peters wants to hike KiwiSaver contributions to 10 percent and make it compulsory. What does Simplicity founder Sam Stubbs think?
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: Wallace talks to Scott Harvey who organised a spectacular fundraiser for the Child Cancer Foundation in Christchurch on the weekend. The drawcards? Locally made replicas of just about every famous TV and movie vehicle: Knight Rider, A team and more!
Jesse is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer José Barbosa to preview this evening's show.
Wallace Chapman previews tonight's instalment of The Panel.
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Mark Leishman. Then: Matthew Manderson is a Neuro and clinical psychologist who heads up Taranaki's concussion clinic. From what he's seen, he believes that the proposed new offences and punishment for the "coward's punch" won't reduce the number of deaths and injuries.
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Lizzie Marvelly and Nick Leggett. First up, Te Pati Maori MP Takuta Ferris is under fire for a social media post taking issue with "Indians, Asians, Black and Pakeha campaigning to take a Maori seat from Maori". What do our panel think of that? Then, it's the last gasp for the City to Sea Bridge in Wellington. the Panel hears from a dedicated opponent to its impending demolition. And finally, they hear from a traffic management manger about how traffic worker abuse is on the rise after the "war on cones".
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: our in house linguist Rory O'Sullivan examines New Zealand swearing and what makes our cuss words different from the rest of the world.
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Jennie Moreton and Peter Field. First up, we take the pulse on a petition to deport Neo Nazi Thomas Sewell back to New Zealand which has reached 50,000 signatures in Australia. Shoudl we take him? Or can Australia deal with him? Then, a new chaper in water reforms begins today as councils deliver their water delivery plans. Now it appears more than 40 water providers will emerge with many councils choosing to keep water in house. The Panel talks to Gary Kircher, Mayor for Waitaki. Finally, Denmark has 25 ministerial portfolios, NZ has 81. The NZ Initiative think tank thinks we need to follow Denmark.
Wallace Chapman and his producer José Barbosa, preview tonight's installment of The Panel.
Jesse Mulligan is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer José Barbosa to preview this evening's marlarky.