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Police in Wellington are warning people to expect significant disruptions on Thursday with protestors descending on the capital. The Freedoms and Rights Coalition is leading the protest, unhappy about what they call a transgender agenda, race-based politics, global control, and what they call a climate change scam. Freedom's New Zealand leader, and Destiny Church founder, Brian Tamaki, is leading the protest. Tamaki spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

We're a little over two weeks out from the election and both major parties have given their pitch to voters to ease the cost of living. The question is, what will voters go for? Will it be GST-free fruit and vegetables, or a tax cut? National Party finance spokesperson Nicola Wills is in Auckland, and Labour Party finance spokesperson Grant Robertson is in Wellington. Corin Dann hosted the debate.

Streets surrounding Wellington's Parliamentary precinct have been closed as police and the council brace for an influx of protesters. Buses routes have been diverted and commuters this morning had to pick their way between fences and bollards installed overnight. Bill Hickman has more

This battle, fought by Napoleonic Era titans Marshal Massena and the Duke of Wellington, really came down to the reconstituted Portuguese army who performed well in their first major battle against the French. Special guest and battlefield tour guide Marcus Cribb returns to the show to walk us through this unique battle and battlefield. Twitter: @mcribbhistory, @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

This week 95bFM is focused on foreign affairs and human rights for our election coverage. Caeden spoke to Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa Chair John Minto about a key international human rights issue in 2023, the occupation of Palestine.  They asked about our political parties views on Palestine, the Palestine Solidarity Network's recent campaign to abolish the Israeli embassy in Te Whanganui-a-tara Wellington, and the evolving solutions needed for a resolution for the conflict and occuption. They started by asking what the different political parties stances on Palestine were.

Around 600 people are taking part in a protest march through central Wellington. The group has just started marching to Parliament having had speeches at Wellington's Civic Square. The protest is being led by the Freedom and Rights Coalition. Concrete blocks and fencing are up in and around parliament's grounds, and some surrounding streets have been closed. Kathryn talks to reporter Lauren Crimp, who's at the Civic Square.

Climbing up the stairs, the Heroes could see that each step they took grew less and less worn, as though those that had used it had lost their nerve and turned around. Each step had fewer cracks, and wore more and more dust, as nobody had bothered to climb far enough to clean them. The Heroes heard a muffled noise from further up the staircase. It seemed like a growl of sorts, but they could not be sure. They were not deterred, and if anything it made them more curious. The bishop lead the way, with the leaders following closely behind. The Heroes were at the back of the procession, and could see nervousness creeping into the leaders. Whatever was at the top of the staircase caused them to grow fearful. The Heroes' curiosity grew ever more.   Shoutout to Wellington for coming on! Please go check out his work using the links below: His Twitter His Instagram His TikTok Superpower Playbook on Spotify   Also be sure to check out our website and sponsors:   Our Website   Get hydrated 2X faster with great flavor and with 3X the electrolytes with Liquid IV. Get 20% off when you go to Liquid I.V. 's website and use code DJP15 at checkout   Use my special link: DJP15 to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan.  Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use code DJP15 and you'll get 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan.

Parliament staff have been told to work from home on Thursday as protestors plan to march from Civic Square. The protest is being led by Brian Tamaki's Freedom and Rights Coalition. Some roads around Parliament are closed. Reporter Bill Hickman spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Gonzalo Busca is a top show jumper who has been competing internationally for many years now. With wins in Wellington, WEC, Tryon and more, Gonzalo has had incredible success with his first show season in the US aboard his string of great horses. Gonzalo truly puts so much time and energy in making sure his horses stay happy, healthy and well rounded within his program. Listen in!

Wellington boasts some pretty cosy spots for seals to shelter away from chilly southerlies. A rarely spotted leopard seal with a nasty bite was found bathing in the rain on Freyberg Beach on Tuesday, hours after a fur seal pup was found warming his flippers on Ngauranga's train tracks. DOC's Marine Reserve ranger for the Kāpiti-Wellington District, Tony Milner, has been tending to wandering marine life all week - after an elated Eastbourne resident woke up to a pup on his doorstep at the weekend. He says seals are "popping up here, there and everywhere lately". Milner spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Some roads around Parliament have been closed ahead of political protests planned for Thursday and later in the week. Those streets closed include part of Lambton Quay, lower Molesworth Street, Kate Sheppard Place, and Hill Street. The closures, which are right by Wellington's train station and largest bus exchange, are expected to cause some disruption for commuters with stops moved, and routes changed. Reporter Bill Hickman spoke to Corin Dann from Hill Street behind Parliament.

Some roads around Parliament have been closed ahead of political protests planned for tomorrow and later in the week. Those streets include part of Lambton Quay, lower Molesworth Street, Kate Sheppard Place, and Hill Street. The closures, which are right by Wellington's train station and largest bus exchange, are expected to cause some disruption for commuters with stops moved, and routes changed. Wellington District commander acting superintendent Wade Jennings spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Windy Wellington is certainly living up to its name, with gale force winds overnight. Gusts of a hundred and ten kilometres an hour were recorded at Mount Kaukau. The top of the South Island also had strong gusts, and further north in Te Tairāwhiti there were heavy downpours. MetService meteorologist Clare O'Connor spoke to Corin Dann

Wellington commuters are in for a tricky few days. Vehicle access in and around the parliamentary precinct is reduced Wednesday morning, with several nearby roads closed to traffic. Not only is that affecting cars and trucks, but public transport as well as stops have moved and routes have changed. Metlink public transport operator senior operations manager Matthew Chote spoke to Corin Dann.

Comme le disait si justement Marcel Proust : ‘Le véritable voyage de découverte ne consiste pas à chercher de nouveaux paysages, mais à avoir de nouveaux yeux.' Et c'est précisément ce que nous allons explorer aujourd'hui en compagnie de Maxime Pouvreau, aussi connu comme Chef Max.Tout a commencé lorsque, durant son apprentissage en 2009, Chef Max entendit une conversation entre son patron et une mystérieuse dame. Le sujet de leur discussion portait sur un boulanger français qui s'était aventuré en Nouvelle-Zélande pour ouvrir sa propre boulangerie. Intrigué, Chef Max prit le numéro de cette dame afin d'obtenir des contacts en Nouvelle-Zélande.Bien qu'il n'ait jamais voyagé et qu'il ne parle pas un mot d'anglais, deux mois plus tard, Chef Max se retrouva à Wellington, en Nouvelle-Zélande. Ce voyage spontané allait changer sa vie à jamais.Inspiré par cette expérience, Max développa un amour profond pour les voyages et décida que l'exploration du monde serait désormais une partie intégrante de son parcours. De retour en France, Chef Max se lance corps et âme dans sa passion pour la pâtisserie. Il découvre de nouvelles techniques, perfectionne son art dans de prestigieuses institutions parisiennes et se forge un savoir-faire culinaire incomparable. Cependant, il se rend compte que le chemin de la réussite dans l'industrie de la pâtisserie et de la boulangerie est loin d'être facile.Faisant preuve d'une ingéniosité remarquable, Chef Max a l'idée d'ouvrir une entreprise de traiteur avec une touche unique : les desserts seraient les stars du menu. Ainsi naquit Petit Pot, une entreprise qui proposait des desserts délicieux et innovants dans de charmants bocaux en verre. Inspiré par une entreprise française nommée Boco, Chef Max emprunta cette idée de recettes savoureuses dans un format pratique.Petit Pot connait rapidement un succès fulgurant, et les desserts se vendent comme des petits pains. Aujourd'hui, Chef Max continue à faire rayonner Petit Pot, offrant aux amateurs de douceurs des délices exquis dans des bocaux en verre. Son parcours audacieux et inspirant prouve que la persévérance et l'innovation peuvent transformer un rêve en réalité, même lorsque les ressources semblent limitées.French Expat est un podcast de French Morning qui raconte les parcours de vie des français établis hors de France. Retrouvez-le sur toutes les plateformes d'écoute : Spotify, Apple Podcast, Deezer, Google Podcast, Podcast Addict, Amazon Music. Cet épisode est raconté, produit et réalisé par Anne-Fleur Andrle, habillé et mixé par Alice Krief.traiteur, bocaux en verre, entreprise de pâtisserie-boulangerie, business plan, Nouvelle-Zélande, apprentissage, gynécologue, échographie, biopsie, résultats, CEO, Eric Lalard, industrie agroalimentaire, gestion, chef pâtissier, desserts, laboratoire, automatisation, Emeryville, bâtiment, croissance, voyages, grands-parents, carrière, Paris, restaurants, palaces, savoir-faire. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

In February 1910, the deadliest avalanche in the history of the United States occurred in the small town of Wellington, Washington. On this episode, we're talking rotary plows, wild weather, and railroad history. Sources for this episode include: "White Cascade", G. Krist, 2007 https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/wellington-avalanche-site https://chroniclingamerica.loc.gov/lccn/sn86072041/1910-03-04/ed-1/seq-2/#words=avalanche+Avalanche+crash+snow+Snow+snowed+train+trains  https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/1910-stevens-pass-avalanche-still-deadliest-in-us-history/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbQ7Qc7MCIM

What a World Cup it has been so far! Australia all but out this morning after historic defeat to Wales. Welsh fans will be celebrating up and down the country, including Andrew Jones owner of Welsh Dragon Bar in Wellington.

A group of Wellingtonians are striving to save food from landfill. The composting initiative, Kaicycle, takes compostable scraps from homes and offices and recycles them into living compost. The collection method? Bicycles. The team is also managing an urban farm on Newtown's Hospital Rd and is expanding its operation to door to door compost distribution service. Kate Walmsley, Kaicycle's composting manager and Sylvia, urban farm manager join Kathryn in the Wellington studio.

Victoria University of Wellington political scientist, Lara Greaves, talks about changes to how the Māori roll works, online harassment and the pros and cons of polling. This is an excerpt from our day-long Election 2023 Megapod, recorded on September 20. Watch the full megapod livestream here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Liam Wallis, is the founder of HIP V HYPE, a design agency in Melbourne that helped design, fund and build the first Nightingale project apartments in Melbourne's Brunswick. These apartments are designed from the start to be carbon neutral, healthier, and cheaper places to heat. He talks to Bernard Hickey about the number of times the air changes every hour in a normal house (20), and how often the air changes in a home like the ones built in the Nightingale projects. Liam is in Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington this week delivering the annual Sir Ian Athfield Memorial Lecture for the New Zealand Institute of Architects in Auckland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today 'retired' farmer Steve Wyn-Harris talks to Jesse about getting Leptospirosis from sheep while doing lambing beats and his very formal investiture at Government House in Wellington

Gather ‘round this week as my friend, Kat Wellington joins the circle! We discuss everything from living alone in your 20s, to dating in LA, to sharing our lives on social media. We also get into what Harry Potter houses are compatible with each other, and some wild college stories! Leave me a voicemail here!Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Right now, go to Quince.com/circletime to get free shipping and 365-day returns on your next orderIt starts with a Swipe. Download Tinder today.thrivecausemetics.com/CIRCLETIME for 20% off your first orderZocDoc.com/circletime to download the ZocDoc app for freeProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Pat and Mike are joined by Michael Beck to discuss the reformed two-kingdom project and his book, Covenant Lord and Cultic Boundary: A Dialectic Inquiry Concerning Meredith Kline and the Reformed Two-Kingdom Project. Michael Beck is the pastor of Gracenet Community Church in Wellington, New Zealand, is the author of Covenant Lord and Cultic Boundary, and hosts the Two-Age Sojourner podcast.

Questions continue to be raised about Waka Kotahi's approach to safety issues, after RNZ reported that despite being aware other passenger trains were running red lights, the agency only sanctioned the Auckland to Hamilton service, Te Huia. Six of those eight safety incidents happened in Wellington. Also, Libby discusses Kmart becoming the first business to open a distribution centre at New Zealand's biggest inland port, the Ruakura Superhub.

There's nowhere to hide from law and order this election, with ram raids, gangs and violent offending grabbing headlines up and down the motu. Ministry of Justice statistics - released on Wednesday - show a fifteen percent increase in charges taken to court in the year to June, compared with the same period the year before. For youth crime, the increase was thirteen percent. So how would our political hopefuls reduce crime and create a safer country for New Zealanders? Parties on both ends of the political spectrum have produced detailed policies with their plans. Here now to debate them, we're joined by spokespeople from five of the six top-polling parties. ACT declined to participate. Ginny Anderson for Labour is in Wellington, while Mark Mitchell for National, Ricardo Menéndez March for The Green Party, John Tamihere for Te Pāti Māori and Winston Peters for New Zealand First are in Auckland.

There's a commuter crush in Wellington, with the Hutt train line out of action. Our reporter Ruth Hill is at the main station and joins Lisa Owen.

This week's podcast is a behind-the-scenes chat with Liz and her daughter, Tessa. Tessa (19) is a regular guest on the podcast. Since her last visit, she has flown the nest to start a new life alone in the capital city of New Zealand, Wellington. As is often the case with life, things don't always turn out as we expect them to. We don't feel the way we anticipate. Life throws us challenges, and although they are necessary for us to grow, new experiences aren't always easy or pleasant. And that's why we wanted to share this conversation. I asked Tessa to come to the microphone and share what life has been like moving away and living alone for the first time. We know that many of you listening to this podcast have kids, and we hope by sharing what Tessa feels (and her experiences), you will resonate, and it will help in some small way.  Sit back, pour yourself something nice and join this intimate conversation between mother and daughter.  (Click the website link to see the photos. You can also leave a comment and say hi!) Links mentioned in the show:   Other Behind The Scenes Podcasts with Tessa (and Sonny): Tessa at 17. (Behind the scenes) Our Daughter Tessa. Time to Leave Home (Behind The Scenes) Tessa. Quitting Education. (Behind The Scenes). Sonny at 20. (Behind The Scenes)   Don't forget to leave us a review on your podcasting app and share this podcast with a friend! Sharing is caring, and your support means the world to us! ❤️ You can email us at liz@itsadrama.com  or brian@itsadrama.com and let me know where you are listening from and what you thought of the show!  

New research has found tuatara sperm are fast moving and three times longer than the human version. But the viability of the sperm is hugely variable. Researchers at Victoria University of Wellington say the discovery could help boost tuatara survival rates. Lead author, Dr Sarah Lamar, spoke to Corin Dann.

Rivalry games, snapping of 18-year losing streaks and major upsets were running amok this weekend that happened in the sunshine and in the rain. Listen to Gino, Gideon, Coach V, and Kodey all cover different classifications and have unique spins on homecoming games, rivalries, and flag football. Timestamps: 0-0:40 Code Red Coaching 0:41-2:18 Intro 2:19-11:27 1A Recap 11:28-41:39 Wellington vs. Timnath 41:40-1:06:38 Elizabeth vs. University 1:06:39-1:32:40 2A Recap 1:32:41-1:51:58 Northfield vs. Denver North 1:51:59-1:52:40 Junkyard Training 1:52:41-2:06:10 3A Recap 2:06:11-2:26:57 Thomas Jefferson vs. Bear Creek 2:26:58-2:42:48 Erie vs. Broomfield 2:42:49-2:53:47 Mesa Ridge vs. Doherty 2:53:48-3:35:57 4A Recap 3:35:58-3:56:56 Girls' Flag Football Recap 3:56:57-4:14:49 5A Recap 4:14:50-4:15:43 madskillz rb1 training 4:15:44-5:29:53 Week 4 Power Rankings 5:29:54-5:42:02 Playmakers of the Week 5:42:03-5:43:10 Outro https://linktr.ee/PlaymakersCorner Social Media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/PlaymakerCorner Tik Tok: Playmakers Corner Instagram: https:https://www.instagram.com/playmakerscorner/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PlaymakerCorner Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUEcv0BIfXT78kNEtk1pbxQ/featured  Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/playmakerscorner  Website: https://playmakerscorner.com/  Listen to us on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4rkM8hKtf8eqDPy2xqOPqr  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cycle-365/id1484493484?uo=4  Breaker: https://www.breaker.audio/the-cycle-365Google Podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9mODg4MWYwL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz

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A Wellington homeowner awoken by a landslide crashing through her kitchen window a year ago is still battling to get her insurer to pay even a cent towards the huge costs of re-building a wrecked retaining wall. Vero says it doesn't need to offer a payout because its assessment for a like-for-like repair on the decades-old wall falls below what EQC is covering. Last winter's persistent, heavy rain caused hundreds of slips across the Capital - almost 700 in seven weeks, resulting in nearly 300 land claims. Amy Williams has the story.

New Zealand First leader Winston Peters admits the state of the government's books has meant his party will have to pause and take stock of some of its tax policies. He's criticising National and Labour for not doing the same. His campaign roadshow has inched closer to Wellington, with public meetings in Paraparaumu and Lower Hutt on Monday. Political reporter Giles Dexter went along.

Caitlyn Connors is a competitive rider and owner of BreakAway Farm, based in Wellington, FL and Malvern, PA. Caitlyn started riding at 3-years-old and quickly made a career for herself by helping trainers sell ponies, breaking racehorses, and competing on the AA circuit. At the age of 18, Caitlyn became a professional and started working with luxury brand, Hermes, as a prescribed rider. Since then Caitlyn has competed for Team USA, and ridden and sold horses for top riders such as Roberto Teran Tafur and Alonso Prado Valdez. Listen in!

In this episode of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Beth Vaughan, Executive Director at California Community Choice Association. Beth is CalCCA's first executive director, overseeing the association's advocacy, policy, and communications efforts, and coordinating a diverse and growing membership of community choice energy providers serving customers across California. She and Ted discuss her background, born and raised in Guelph, Ontario, which was a pilot town for different types of initiatives like recycling. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Queen's University in Canada, and later moved to New Zealand for her graduate studies, earning a Master of Science from Victoria University of Wellington. She stayed in New Zealand following her studies and served five years as senior advisor to environment and conservation cabinet ministers in the New Zealand parliament.Prior to joining CalCCA, Beth served as executive director of the California Cogeneration Council where she advocated for companies operating combined heat and power facilities. She has worked extensively in both the public and private energy sectors, consulting with government agencies, non-profits, and private sector interests on energy, climate, and environmental public policy issues. In her current role, she frequently presents CalCCA's positions on various policy issues at the California Legislature and California Public Utilities Commission and is a regular speaker at energy industry events. 

Reporter Soumya Bhamidipati joins us now from Wellington airport, where multiple flights were cancelled on Sunday, and further cancellations and delays on Monday morning. Bhamidipati spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Severe gales have wreaked havoc throughout central parts of the country on Sunday night. In the Wellington region, State Highway Two over the Remutakas was closed after gusts topped 150-kilometres per hour. Meanwhile, the strong gusts uprooted trees which took out power lines as they fell. At one point more than 7,000 properties lost power in the Hutt Valley. Fire and Emergency's Wellington District Manager Nick Pyatt spoke to Corin Dann.

A proposal to link up Wellington's popular cycleway network along the waterfront quays is threatening to divide the capital further, with one city councillor labelling the bike lobby "greedy". The group Cycle Wellington argues its plan will be good for non-cyclists too because it will take the pressure off shared routes. Bill Hickman has more.

People across the North Island are picking up the pieces after gale force winds reaching up to 246 kilometres per hour tore through the country Roofs were lifted, windows smashed and powerlines knocked out, with Fire and Emergency attending 164 callouts between Wellington and Taupo Sunday night. Over 2,000 houses are still without power in the lower North Island. Reporter Niva Chittock spoke to Corin Dann.

Multiple flights departing Wellington this morning have been cancelled or delayed after extremely strong winds ripped through the country last night. Over 2,000 houses are still without power in the lower North Island, with gusts knocking down powerlines. Gusts of up to 246 kilometres per hour were recorded. Reporter Niva Chittock spoke to Corin Dann.

Ferocious gales have been hitting large swathes of central New Zealand. A wind gust of 245-kilometres per hour was recorded Sunday night at Cape Turnagain, on the North Island's East Coast south of Hawke's Bay. And wind speeds hit 230-kilometres per hour at Mt Hutt ski field in the Canterbury High Country on Saturday night. In the Wellington region, State Highway Two over the Remutakas was closed - gusts hit 185-kilometres per hour Sunday night. And falling trees have taken out powerlines as they went, cutting power to thousands of homes. Metservice meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Corrina Connor finds "a kind of purity" in long-distance ocean swimming in just regular togs and a swimming cap. The Wellington librarian and cellist tells Kathryn Ryan about swimming the historic 26.9km Fouveaux Strait earlier this year.

Leah Tenney is an international dressage rider and interior designer based in Wellington, Florida. She grew up outside of Portland, Maine, and started riding at the age of five. After graduating from Endicott College, Leah knew the traditional post-college track was not for her. Looking for a job that could fit with her schedule and passions, Leah started Leah Tenney Interiors. Based in Wellington (a natural fit for her many equestrian clients), Leah offers residential and interior design and organization services. She is passionate about her work as both a dressage rider and an interior designer, and believes that her unique experiences in both fields have given her a unique perspective on design. Listen in!

Wellington residents are facing a summer of water restrictions due to ageing infrastructure putting pressure on the supply to households. Lower Hutt Mayor Campbell Barry is the chair of the Wellington Water Committee.

A third world capital, that's the verdict from the restaurant association. Large chunks of Wellington's CBD were without water for hours today meaning no flushing toilets, workers sent home and business grinding to a halt. An alert was issued at just after 8am after a pipe burst leaving at least a hundred properties around Waring Taylor Street, Queens Wharf and Hunter Street without running water. Water tankers were set up in the CBD, with residents and business having to bring their own containers. And parts of Customhouse Quay had to be cordoned off for maintenance crews, disrupting traffic. Just after midday the taps were turned back on. Wellington restuarant owner and Restaurant Association national president, Mike Egan, speaks to Lisa Owen. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6337120808112

A large portion of Wellington's CBD is without water because a water pipe has burst. The outage is affecting at least 100 properties across Customhouse Quay, Waterloo Quay and the streets surrounding the area. Wellington Water says three water tankers are at Hunter, Waring Taylor and Lady Elizabeth Lane on the waterfront. It hopes to have water supply back on by the middle of the day. RNZ's Krystal Gibbons is on the waterfront

Police say sensitive details of fire arms licence holders, found on a handwritten list did not come from their records. An investigation's been launched after the contact details of about twenty firearms licence holders from two different police districts were uncovered during a tresspass incident at a Wellington property last week. Those on the list all seem to have the same type of gun licenses. Authorites are contacting them and their gun clubs. Director of Operations Te Tari Pureke/Firearms Safety Authority Superintendent Richard Wilson joins me now. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6336999870112

In this episode, Liv Tyler and Orlando Bloom joined us to talk their thoughts about the films, their careers, and the crazy premiere in Wellington for Return of the King.

From a urine testing kit for elite athletes, to a washer-dryer that requires no electricity ; and a specialised face shield to protect doctors from radiation. We meet three young inventors, finalists in the annual James Dyson Award. It's an international design contest that challenges young engineers to create a solution to a problem. It's open to university level students or recent graduates. Nick Holland is a 22 year old Industrial designer from Wellington, and the National Winner of the 2023 James Dyson Award. His invention is a more user friendly urine drug testing kit. Finalists, Joshua Unwin, invented a sustainable solution for washing and drying clothes, that requires no electricity. And Oliver Mortimer, has designed a head mask protecting physicians from exposure to ionizing radiation. All three will now all go on to be considered for spot in the coveted global top 20.

A kiwi couple sat next to a farting, snorting bulldog in premium economy on a Singapore Airlines flight want a refund. They were en route Singapore to Paris in June when they discovered the support animal was seated next to them. Gill Press from Wellington and her husband say they werent warned there'd be canine company ahead of time. And the dog farts, slobber and space invading made for an unpleasant flight. Premium eccomony was full so their only choice was to downgrade seats part way through the flight . Now they're battling to get their money back. Gill Press speaks to Lisa Owen. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6337007146112

The Peninsular War is one of the most interesting in British military history. Sir Arthur Wellesley, later the Duke of Wellington, led a successful army against the French from 1808-1814 in Portugal, Spain, and the South of France. This was my first live broadcast and features John Viscardo of the Generals and Napoleon Podcast, and Marcus Cribb who is @ mcribbhistory on Twitter. https://twitter.com/mcribbHistory  We are examining the French Marshals who faced Wellington.. Who were they, and who was the best?  John's YouTube channel can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@generalsandnapoleon If you are interested in the Zulu War, then please sign up for my mailing list to receive my free book on the subject: https://redcoathistory.com/newsletter/ If you are very generous, you can also buy me a coffee and help support the channel via https://ko-fi.com/redcoathistory