Podcast appearances and mentions of Wayne Brown

So, the great rates upset has begun to unfold. Auckland this week got its long-awaited council valuations. Why people get excited about them, I have no idea. It's a rough guesstimate by a council. It takes into account the broadest of criteria, but people seem to live and die by them. The upset of course has come from the fact that the value of a lot of properties has dropped, while the rates bill is going up. So we get the cost-plus-accounting scandal that is council economic policy exposed. This is happening all over the country and it's a specific and broad-based problem. It's broad-based because it's inflationary and it's specific because depending on where you are depends on how bad the scandal is. Auckland properties are down 9% while rates are up over 7%. In Wellington values are down 24% and rates are up 16%. Nelson values are down 9% and rates are up 6%, so this whole idea that rates are linked to value is of course complete crap and always has been. In short, councils are inept and will spend forever, will waste your money forever, will plead poverty forever and will always find something that is critical and needs doing now. For example, Christchurch got shafted last week by Chris Bishop, when the council rejected the Government's intensification plan. The council didn't like it, spent three years and millions of dollars to go back and forward and to achieve what? Nothing. That's council for you. As Auckland mayor Wayne Brown said, "it is what it is". He's right because he knows a couple of home truths; no one is turning up for local body elections, so very few people will be held to account, and he also knows a lot of people will moan but ultimately do nothing about it. If ever there was a reason to get exercised over the way we are being played, this is it. Your asset has dropped but the bill is up. The bill, in theory, is based on the asset value. Nowhere else in life is this scam played and gotten away with, apart from local body politics. We have too many councils, too much representation, too many boards, too much incompetence, and every year the bill for it rises. Democracy only works if you take part. What better reason can there be this year than to get your voting paper, look at the value of your property, look at your rate rise, put a name to the con and vote them out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're in Auckland and waking up this morning feeling poorer, it's because you are. It's because we all are. CVs down 9%, rates are up 6% at the start of the month – that's an extra 223 bucks a year. Now the CVs aren't the market value, obviously, but the market value of our houses has also dropped. And so it's right that we feel poorer, we are. But spare a thought for Wellington – CVs down 24%, rates up 17%. No, thank you. Everyone's asking why are we paying more when our houses are worthless? The answer is just because it's how councils collect money, and they have few options to do it any other way. I saw a graph yesterday in defence of councils – this is a tax as a percentage of GDP, over the last 130 years, since the 1800s. The blue line was central government. They tax us through income, y'know, spending via GST, a whole bunch of stuff was up around 30%, peaked at about 35% of GDP. Greedy. Disgraceful. Poor. Old in orange. Your Councils basically flatlining for the last 70 years at 2% of GDP. This is why they want more options to make money, like charging rates on government buildings in their districts. Because yes, the government doesn't pay rates at present. Bit rude, isn't it? We have to. It's why Wayne Brown wants other levers to pull, like bed taxes. But here's the problem: they have a good argument for more funding streams, but they keep blowing up their sympathy with dumb, expensive, useless stuff like cycleways, and raised pedestrian crossings, and road calming measures, and food scrap bins we have to pay for. The list goes on. The problem councils have is that nobody wants to give more money to somebody who wastes it. For as long as that keeps happening, their sympathy tank is on empty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After toying with the idea of challenging him for the top job, Auckland's deputy mayor has instead endorsed Wayne Brown in his bid for re-election. In a joint press conference Desley Simpson said she was supporting the mayor's campaign for a second term, despite disagreeing with him on certain issues. If Mr Brown wins the mayoralty and Ms Simpson is re-elected as a councillor, he has agreed to make her his deputy again. Jessica Hopkins reports.

Auckland's current deputy mayor Desley Simpson put an end to months of speculation, saying she won't run for the top job and is supporting Wayne Brown for another term. Simpson spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Wayne Brown and Desley Simpson have confirmed they'll run together in this year's Auckland mayoral race. It's scotched rumours Simpson would run herself. She's been deputy since Brown was elected mayor three years ago. She says she wants to do the right thing for Auckland - and she thinks this is the way to go. "Sometimes you've got to put Auckland first and not yourself - and the mayor has really delivered, this term, some very big changes for Auckland, and still has more to come." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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New figures from the Auckland Ratepayers' Alliance show Auckland Council has invested $3 million on communications and advertising alone for the green waste bins. This follows the email campaign aimed at mayor Wayne Brown opposing the $36 million spent on the green bins so far. Auckland Ratepayers' Alliance spokesperson Sam Warren says this doesn't make sense from an economic perspective. "Auckland Council spends about $36 million a year on the programme - that's a lot. And only a third of Aucklanders actually use it - and even that number seems a little high." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Former Local Government Minister's not taking issue with the Auckland Mayor's new manifesto. Wayne Brown has laid out his thoughts and a Beehive to-do list ahead of the 2025 Budget. He scored the Government a B+, saying they're too distracted by mega-projects and press releases. Simeon Brown told Mike Hosking Wayne Brown is just doing his job. He says he's the mayor of our largest city and he's advocating for what he believes is needed, even if they don't agree. The Government's refusing to budge on an Auckland bed tax. Brown's manifesto also includes calling for the government to reconsider an Auckland bed levy, adding a small fee on short term accommodation. Brown told Hosking they don't want to lump Aucklanders with the tax. He says in fact the council should be looking for efficiencies in its own budget instead of new taxes. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland's mayor is calling for more leadership - and labelling the city's innovation and tech sector 'random'. Wayne Brown has laid out a to-do list for central Government before it releases its Budget this month. He wants a tourist bed tax, looser transit visas, and more preparations for major population growth. Brown says a bed tax would fund bigger projects he has planned for the city - and he's hoping the Government will reconsider one. "We've just had two-thirds of the Aucklanders thinking it's a hell of a good idea to get some funds in to watch big events - and the hoteliers up here think it's a good idea." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland's Business Chamber CEO says we have nothing to lose by loosening transit visas for Chinese nationals. Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown's updated his Auckland Manifesto, laying out a Beehive to-do list. It includes calling for the Government to reconsider loosening transit visas for Chinese Nationals, giving them more freedom for short stays in the country. Simon Bridges told Ryan Bridge it would be an easy sugar hit for the economy. He says he can't think of single reason not to do it, as China's a lot more developed and wealthy than other South-East Asian countries. Bridges is also backing the mayor's renewed call for a tourist bed tax in the city. Browns calling for the Government to reconsider an Auckland tourist bed tax, adding a small levy on short term accommodation. Bridges told Bridge it'll help bring in funding so more major events can come to the city. He says both central and local government are failing Auckland when it comes to major events. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland's Business Chamber CEO says we have nothing to lose by loosening transit visas for Chinese nationals. Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown's updated his Auckland Manifesto, laying out a Beehive to-do list. It includes calling for the Government to reconsider loosening transit visas for Chinese Nationals, giving them more freedom for short stays in the country. Simon Bridges told Ryan Bridge it would be an easy sugar hit for the economy. He says he can't think of single reason not to do it, as China's a lot more developed and wealthy than other South-East Asian countries. Bridges is also backing the mayor's renewed call for a tourist bed tax in the city. Browns calling for the Government to reconsider an Auckland tourist bed tax, adding a small levy on short term accommodation. Bridges told Bridge it'll help bring in funding so more major events can come to the city. He says both central and local government are failing Auckland when it comes to major events. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy gives Kathryn the latest updates in Tamaki Makaurau including the mayoralty race and Wayne Brown's social media feed

So, Auckland looks like it's doing it again: dilly dallying in decision making about big stuff. A council advisory group has informed us that neither the fancy waterfront stadium nor an upgrade of Eden Park is considered feasible. The full council still must vote on it on Thursday, so we'll see if anyone has some balls. Now by "not feasible" they mean not viable without public funding. We don't seem to have a charitable billionaire in our midst so the dough would have to come from the public purse. This is a question every major city wrestles with, but other cities seem to be braver. This week Brisbane has casually announced a new stadium to host the Olympics, calming putting nearly four billion dollars on the line. We're a growing nation. We need a venue for the events that come in 2025. Whether it's big sport or big concerts. We've seen how much fun Eden Park has been this week, three different sports in one week. It would be great to have a venue that's modern, complete, and full of character. I love stadiums. I'm super excited about Canterbury's Te Kaha. Forsyth Barr is great, and Sky Stadium just needs new seats and maybe a roof. But what do I want for Auckland? Now first I have to admit that Eden Park has given me tickets to events, but I would be happy for the waterfront stadium to go ahead. We'd never regret it I'm also happy for an Eden Park upgrade, after all Sydney ripped down the perfectly functional Sydney football stadium and completely replaced it. But it really is time for someone to put their neck on the block and just do it. Every city needs a Cathedral, and every city needs an iconic stadium. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello and welcome to our final episode for Qtr 1 of 2025. It's recap time where I'm in the cockpit alone, ready to fly solo across the world, reconnecting with our gracious guests. By now you may be familiar with the approach: we chunk our episodes into 4 groups, i.e., clusters of 3 or 2 guests, as it happens this time. Visit the C4C website to gain full access to the transcript, show notes, and guest links. Coaching 4 Companies

The race for the biggest city's top job is on, with Auckland mayor Wayne Brown, urging voters to back him for a second term. Jessica Hopkins reports.

Auckland's mayor is asking for the chance to finish the job he's started. Wayne Brown will run again for the city's top job in October - saying he's delivered on most of the policies he set out to achieve when first elected in 2022. He says Auckland ratepayers should back him again. "We expect to deliver the lowest rate rises in the country, we expect to deliver value for everything." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 19 February 2025, there was a 0.5 percent cut to the Official Cash Rate - Brad Olsen breaks down what it means for your mortgage, your savings and the economy. Auckland mayor Wayne Brown speaks to Ryan Bridge after announcing he's running for re-election. Fletcher boss Andrew Reding on how he wants to turn his company around after a huge $134m loss. NZ Rugby's Mark Robinson fronts up on his fight for a new sponsor after taking Ineos to court. Plus, the Huddle debates whether the right to repair should become law. 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.

When I saw Brian Tamaki on the news last night, he looked more pompous than ever. Pompous - not pious. Because he was the one who instructed his so-called followers to disrupt that drag artist's kids show and protest at the Auckland Rainbow Parade at the weekend. From the pictures I've seen, both of those events looked pretty ugly. His idea. Under his instructions. And I've had a gutsful of this guy. And we need to be condemning him in the strongest way possible. Because, it seems that's all we can do. Sadly. They were doing a particularly vigourous haka at the end of the parade. That wasn't free speech. That was hate. I saw one person saying on the news that Tamaki's Man Up crew is nothing more than a gang and should be treated that way. This person made particular mention of the gang patch legislation - saying that these guys ride around on motorbikes wearing patches, So why aren't they included in the gang patch ban? The organiser of the rainbow parade says there is a difference between freedom of speech and hate speech - and what we saw at the weekend was hate. And I completely agree. The parade organiser says it was clear that they had set-out to intimidate, to bully, and get their message of misinformation across. I agree they wanted to intimidate. And I agree they were a bunch of bullies. But I don't know about the misinformation bit, because you never get any information from these clowns (misinformation or otherwise). And, as per usual, we had weasel words from the Prime Minister when he was asked about it yesterday. He said he respects peoples right to free speech and he respects people's right to protest, but he said Tamaki's puppets “went too far”. You're damn right they went too far. Even by turning up, they went too far. What the PM should have done yesterday was condemn Brian Tamaki and his deluded followers in the strongest way possible. He should have done what Auckland mayor Wayne Brown did. He said it was nothing short of “thuggery”. Which is a great way to describe it. I thought Greens co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick was a bit light on it when she said that the rainbow community needs love and support, not hateful rhetoric. I know what she's saying, but I want her to condemn these people too. Because, for me, this wasn't free speech - it was hate speech. And remember that this kind of thing isn't new for this Destiny lot. You'll remember they got all excited about an event at the library in christchurch that time when there was an event with people in drag reading stories to kids. And there's no stopping them. Last night Tamaki was saying that he doesn't think they've gone far enough yet. And he challenged the Prime Minister to get show some fortitude and to do a Donald Trump, and declare that only two genders will be recognised in New Zealand. Male and female. So these guys are dangerous. Not because of their mickey mouse beliefs, but because of the way they express them. If someone doesn't like the idea of same sex people being in relationships - they're allowed to feel that way. If someone thinks we should go back to the way it used to be, with just boys and girls and men and women, they can think that too. Good luck to them. But when people take it to the next level - like we saw at the weekend - that's not ok by me. I tell you what else isn't ok. The fact that this outfit is out there bullying people - dishing out their hatred - and because they call themselves a church, they enjoy all the tax benefits that come with that. A few years back, some Destiny Church charities were removed from the charities register for not filing their annual tax returns. Before that happened, more than 70,000 people signed a petition calling for Charities Services to strip the church of its tax-exempt status. I've had a look at the register today and the Destiny Church New Zealand Trust is still there. There are still some regional branches registered as a charity too. Which is a rort. And, until the government delivers on its promise to crackdown on so-called “charities” not paying tax, we just have to accept that it is what it is. But that doesn't mean we have to sit back and let these people do what they want. We can't make them pay tax. We can't tell them to take their patches off - because they're not a gang. But we can stand up and tell them to pull their heads in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A series of domain names registered to Desley for Mayor have sparked speculation Auckland's deputy mayor, Desley Simpson, could challenge Wayne Brown for the mayoralty. Political commentator Ben Thomas spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Today, it's the end of another quarter. But even bigger, it's the very last day of 2024. And it means only 359 days until we welcome Santa Claus again. WOW, what an interesting year it has been. Putting aside wars, international conflicts, crazy sanctions, and one of the busiest years I can recall with elections around the globe. In business and economics, we started the year with the World Economic Forum speaking about the Future of Growth Framework amidst a sluggish global economy. And we watched a noticeable growing trend—the increasing reliance on AI to make major decisions, particularly being utilized by governments, which may surprise many listeners. (worrying or not, only time will tell), but for business leaders, you will need to prepare yourself for a changing of the business rules; that much I'm very confident about. The question on every leader's mind is no doubt what will 2025 bring. Well, the wait is over, and tomorrow we find out. Visit the C4C website to gain full access to the transcript, show notes, and guest links. Coaching 4 Companies

Ephesians 6:11-12 NLT  11 Put on all of God's armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. 12 For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places.

Auckland's Mayor Wayne Brown joins Kathryn Ryan to talk about taking back control of transport policy and planning, his plans for Auckland's development agency Eke Panuku and its events agency Tataki Auckland Unlimited.

A huge political victory for Auckland mayor Wayne Brown. Having campaigned on taking greater control over Auckland's CCO's (Council Controlled Organisations), the mayor is set to get his wish when it comes to Auckland Transport. Transport Minister Simeon Brown has confirmed that Auckland's transport policy and planning will shift from AT back over to Auckland Council. Remember, under the current model - Auckland Council has had two elected councillors on the board of AT. But Wayne Brown argued this assigned too much of the major decision making to unelected officials. He was always lamenting that people came up to him in the street and moaned to him about problems that were AT's responsibility, not realising that actually the council had limited control. Like all power, of course, you have to be careful what you wish for. If Auckland Council and the local boards are to have more authority over transport planning in our biggest city, they'll also have the blame if residents don't feel they're making the right calls. Under the changes, Auckland Council will retain a transport CCO. But - his opponents have to accept that Wayne Brown has surprised a lot of people as mayor. He has built relationships on both sides of the political spectrum and advocated effectively for Auckland's ratepayers. He promised to get greater control over the Council Controlled Organisations - and Auckland Transport was top of the list. And whether you like the council's subsequent transport policies or not - on that promise, he has delivered. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wayne Brown is proposing major reforms to Auckland's council controlled organisations in his draft budget proposal. Brown wants to scrap the council's urban regeneration and property management arm Eke Panuku, and return its functions to the council. Tataki Auckland Unlimited could lose its economic development, events and tourism marketing roles, becoming solely focused on managing stadiums, theatres and other facilities. Brown says he's 'hopeful' Auckland Council will be on board with these changes. "I think that Aucklanders should be in control of Auckland, frankly. And that means I'd like to get a bit less input from Wellington, as well as independent councils." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BEWARE - I was having major technical difficulties during this conversation, but it's still a highly valuable one to listen to! I did my absolute best to fix/minimize the issues in post/editing. There's only so much I know how to do! This episode is a must-listen for parents, guardians, and anyone who cares about supporting kids' mental health, as we tackle the real-life challenges of accepting children as they are and building genuine, lasting connections. More info, resources & ways to connect - https://www.tacosfallapart.com/podcast-live-show/podcast-guests/wayne-brown In this episode of ETFA, MommaFoxFire interviews Wayne Brown, a clinical social worker and advocate, on the topic of accepting children as they are. Wayne shares his journey from inner-city teaching to social work, emphasizing his commitment to helping individuals facing diverse challenges, such as addiction, gender identity, and rare medical conditions. Wayne's unique perspective stems from his personal experiences, including his diagnosis of acromegaly and a rare thyroid condition as an infant, which taught him resilience and adaptability. Throughout the conversation, Wayne discusses the importance of meeting children where they are emotionally and listening to them without judgment or distractions. He highlights how showing genuine interest in children's seemingly small stories can build trust, allowing children to feel heard and valued. This foundation of trust is especially important as children age and face complex issues like gender identity, mental health, and social pressure. Wayne underscores that fostering open communication from an early age encourages children to share significant life challenges with their parents as they grow older. Wayne also shares practical advice for parents who work from home or have busy schedules. He recommends establishing clear boundaries, like keeping the door closed when working, while ensuring children receive undivided attention during designated family time. Intentional time together and respectful boundaries are essential to balancing work and family while maintaining meaningful connections. The conversation covers common misconceptions about children's resilience. Wayne asserts that resilience requires nurturing through supportive relationships rather than assuming kids will simply "bounce back." Children need consistent validation and support to navigate struggles, especially with issues tied to self-esteem and identity. Wayne shares a key technique for parents: listen to kids when they are young, as this builds the trust that enables them to confide in you about tougher subjects in adolescence. When discussing ways parents can navigate their children's unique struggles, Wayne shares specific strategies, including using "SMART" goals to help kids set achievable objectives. He also addresses the value of modeling emotional openness and vulnerability with children. Wayne stresses that children are intuitive and sensitive to their parents' emotions, so maintaining a calm and accepting demeanor is crucial when addressing sensitive issues like gender identity, peer pressure, or mental health challenges. As the interview progresses, Wayne emphasizes that parents' engagement in politics and social issues is equally valuable for modeling an active, well-rounded life. He encourages families to educate themselves on current events and make informed choices, reinforcing critical thinking skills in their children. Wayne advocates for parents to allow children space to form their own beliefs, noting that respecting children's developing opinions helps build self-confidence and autonomy. The episode concludes with a discussion on the value of therapy as a means of fostering self-acceptance and resilience, which Wayne views as essential for everyone, including parents. He emphasizes that mental health conversations should be open and stigma-free, empowering families to seek help and support one another on their journeys. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mommafoxfire/support

Auckland mayor Wayne Brown has launched a bid to establish a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Brazil's Sao Paulo. He believes this could boost trade between New Zealand and Brazil by up to $1.5 billion a year. NZIER Principal Economist Chris Nixon says this is a good idea - and could open up new opportunities for New Zealand. "Given the mayhem which is happening in the United States at the moment and their incoherent economic policies - we've got to be innovative." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland's Mayor admits there's no way to guarantee the safety of passengers on public transport. Figures released exclusively to Newstalk ZB show Auckland Transport is dealing with about 83 incidents a week on trains, and an increasing number of those incidents are violent. Emergency services are being called to incidents on buses nine times a week, including stabbings, beatings, and other attacks. Wayne Brown told Mike Hosking he's asking Police to hop on buses during their regular patrols, but there can't be cops and security on every bus. He says they've set aside money to start caging drivers to protect them, but they can't cage passengers. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Thursday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) You Mean, the One From a Year Ago?/Don't Say the "C" Word/What Does That Light Mean?/The Happiest Mayor on Earth/That's Some SliderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been two years since Wayne Brown and Tory Whanau were elected to lead their respective cities. What are their chances of reelection in 2025?

Transport Minister Simeon Brown is confident in delivering Auckland's City Rail Link on time with no network issues. KiwiRail has assured the $5.5 billion project will cut delays down to a maximum of 1 minute 20 seconds when it opens in 2026. Official papers show Brown and Auckland mayor Wayne Brown are working to improve confidence in the wide rail network. Simeon Brown told Heather du Plessis-Allan he's also aware of the rail fatigue among Aucklanders. He says he gets the frustration about more maintenance and renewals and is determined to ensure they get as much done as possible. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland mayor Wayne Brown aims to disestablish the city's tourism and economic development agency. The mayor is progressing plans to fold Tātaki Auckland Unlimited back into council control and reduce its functions. He says the agency spent more than $700,000 on a campaign promoting Auckland to Aucklanders. He says these things need to stop happening with ratepayer money. Hospitality New Zealand CEO Steve Armitage Tātaki says is essential - and plays a pivotal role for the city's tourism. "There are a lot of ancillary benefits, there are jobs created - particularly off the strength of Auckland's visitor economy in recent years." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello, I'm your host Wayne Brown and welcome to the ET PROJECT. We're delighted to be delivering this LIVE episode for executive talent all over the world whom we're affectionately referring to as TEAM ET. Today we're visiting the longhorn state of Texas in the US and jumping between it's capital Austin, and the home of legendary sitcom character J.R. Ewing, and the football team the Cowboys. I refer of course to Dallas. And why are we here? Well, we're chatting with Dr. Nicole D. Bradford. And who is Dr. Bradford – she is a speaker, author, Coach, Educator, and founder of Maintain the Flame. Born with a passion for stoking the flame of purpose in everyone she meets, Dr. B believes,  “the burn we have to be more, is not one we should ignore.” As a first-generation college grad and the first black woman to hold the title of Ms. Austin USA in the 1990s, Dr. B doesn't believe we should live out the limiting scripts handed to us by others. She's an advocate for carving out a journey that is aligned with our innate passions.  Her philosophy is built on allowing what we love, to lead the way. With more than two decades of experience in multiple leadership roles across all levels of education, Dr. Bradford is recognized as an industry thought leader and subject matter expert. She leverages her experiences to inspire, motivate, and challenge audiences to shift their thinking toward living their full authentic selves while making a positive impact on others. Her latest book was released last month in August and is called “Your Soul Is Not For Sale.”  It's a self-empowerment hand guide leading readers on a journey deeper into their unique truth. You will hear us discussing this book together with her earlier release and then dive into understanding the 8 strategies behind the name of her business. Please use the following link and go to our website to download the full transcript, access the guest links, and review the episode notes - Coaching 4 Companies

Today, it's the end of another quarter. Can you believe Quarter 3 for 2024?  This not only means we are officially three months away from Santa Claus visiting and also my turn once again to fly solo as we review the most recent 12 guests who graciously shared their time and insights with all of us in the past 3 months – July through September. And as is always the case when I'm doing these recaps, I'm sitting in my studio here in Shanghai and reflecting very briefly on the journey with each guest. We have had 12 amazing leaders join us and therefore as we do for every 13th week of the quarter, today we are going to look back over our line-up and touch on the highlights of the conversations. Are you ready? If so, let's jump in and get started. By now you may be familiar with the approach - we chunk our 12 episodes into 4 groups of 3 weeks at a time – i.e. clusters of 3 guests per group. And thanks to our brilliant marketing team we're able to incorporate each of the promotional intros to save you listening to my wonderfully crafted radio-friendly voice the entire time. Visit our website for access to the full transcript, all 12 guest LinkedIn links, and episode notes - Coaching 4 Companies  

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown has revealed a proposal to build a second harbour bridge between Pt Chevalier and the North Shore as a cheaper alternative crossing option.  This would involve using the naturally existing lava flow at Meola Reef to support a new bridge across the Waitematā Harbour crossing to Kauri Point on the North Shore.  In response, critics have questioned the investment, whether the proposal would solve issues of traffic congestion, and have raised concerns regarding environmental implications, disrupting suburban areas, and iwi consultation.  Additionally, Auckland Council received criticism earlier this week over information revealed through an Official Information Act request by the Auckland Ratepayers Alliance that Council spent over $250k on repairing four sets of stairs on Milford Beach.  Sofia spoke to Councillor Shane Henderson about both of these topics.

As the debate over a second Auckland harbour crossing continues, one architect has proposed an alternative solution.  Reset co-director Garth Falconer has proposed a new six-lane ‘Waitematā Bridge' positioned 500m from the Auckland Harbour Bridge, costing under $2.5 billion. Falconer says he's discussed this idea with Auckland mayor Wayne Brown - and he's open to additional crossings.  "We've had a good discussion and he's interested in looking at multiple crossings and looking at opportunities for urban regeneration."  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Wayne Brown, Peter Malinauskas, and Steve Jurkovich.

Wayne Brown's idea is a causeway or series of bridges, from Meola Reef in the central city suburb of Point Chevalier and to Kauri Point in the Northsotre suburb of Birkenhead. Labour's plan for a second harbour crossing that included rail and road tunnels was estimated to cost more than 55 billion dollars. The Government's focus is on an additional crossing for vehicles. Auckland mayor Wayne Brown spoke to Lisa Owen.

Some experts believe mayor Wayne Brown's second Auckland harbour crossing won't fly. Brown revealed a proposal to build a bridge stretching from Meola Reef to Kauri Point on the North Shore. Auckland University senior lecturer of architecture and planning Bill McKay says there'd need to be a number of feeder motorways through Point Chev to get to the bridge. "You know, the pushback from the locals and all that means it's all amounting to nothing." LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 12 September 2024, how will Health NZ actually slash waiting lists and improve cancer care? Counties Manukau Chief Medical Officer Dr Andrew Connolly tells Heather about the plan to hit the Government's health targets. What's behind Donald Trump's claim that immigrants in Ohio are eating cats and dogs? 1News US correspondent Logan Church took a deep dive into the facts. An expert weighs in on Auckland mayor Wayne Brown's plan to build another harbour bridge between Pt Chevalier and the North Shore. Plus the Huddle debates if it's ever okay to put an air tag on your kids. 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.

Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more!  Donald Trump dominated the post-debate discussion with his outlandish statements about immigrants, abortion and the economy. Will the 'cats and dogs' and 'transgender operations' comments hurt his campaign - or do supporters not care? Can Health NZ achieve its targets with no extra money on hand? Auckland mayor Wayne Brown unveiled his plan for a second harbour crossing - does this scheme have legs or is it totally bonkers. Zara and Mike Tindall raised a few eyebrows over their decision to put Apple AirTags on their kids to track them. Is this a good idea? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon returns to answer the 5 Questions. Find out why slowing down is faster, and how lasers and handplanes are a few of Jon's favorite things. Join us for a fun and entertaining episode. Check it out!Jon Wayne Brownjonwaynebrown.com@jonwaynebrown on InstagramTexas Woodworking Festival - Tickets on SaleMWA Podcast - Patreon Page@mwa_podcast on InstagramHosts' Contact Info:Kyle Barton@barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagrambbcustomtools.comOn Youtube under BB Custom Tools & Kyle BartonKyle Barton on FacebookSean Wisniewski@Seanw78 on most social mediaMark Hicksjointeffort.netJointeffort.net/mwa@markbuildsit on InstagramOn Youtube under Plate 11 / Joint EffortBrian Obst@obstwoodworks on Instagram

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How can we ensure our children cherish their childhood memories and feel deeply connected to us as parents?In this episode, clinical social worker Wayne Brown provides invaluable insights into the importance of being present with our children, even amidst life's chaos. As parents, investing time and attention in our kids creates lasting memories and fosters trust and openness, which are crucial for navigating challenges together.In this episode, you will:1) Gain a deeper understanding of the significance of being present in your children's lives.2) Learn strategies to build trust and open communication with your kids.3) Discover the beauty in imperfection and radical acceptance in parenting.Take a moment to prioritise quality time with your children. Play this episode now to explore how being present can strengthen your bond and create cherished memories for you and your kids.

Jon Wayne Brown is our guest. Jon is a very talented custom furniture maker located in Vancouver, Canada. His use of design, construction, and wood selection is outstanding. And Jon's journey in his woodworking career is truly inspiring. Join us for a fun and insightful conversation. Check it out!Jon Wayne Brownjonwaynebrown.com@jonwaynebrown on InstagramTexas Woodworking Festival - Tickets on SaleMWA Podcast - Patreon Page@mwa_podcast on InstagramHosts' Contact Info:Kyle Barton@barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagrambbcustomtools.comOn Youtube under BB Custom Tools & Kyle BartonKyle Barton on FacebookSean Wisniewski@Seanw78 on most social mediaMark Hicksjointeffort.netJointeffort.net/mwa@markbuildsit on InstagramOn Youtube under Plate 11 / Joint EffortBrian Obst@obstwoodworks on Instagram

"It's embarassing and not what you'd expect from a world-class city" Auckland mayor Wayne Brown's response to the findings of an independent report he commissioned that shows rules and regulations are an incentive for contractors to cause maximum disruption to Auckland traffic to maximise profits. Auckland mayor Wayne Brown speaks to Susana Lei'ataua. 

Housing Minister Chris Bishop laid out a raft of policies today, among them are removing council's ability to impose rural-urban boundary lines and requiring them to make enough land available to meet housing demand for the next 30 years, Wayne Brown speaks to Susana Lei'ataua.

Auckland City Mayor Wayne Brown speaks to RNZ's Checkpoint about rising crime in inner city Auckland and whether he feels safe walking around at night