Mike Hosking Breakfast
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MIKE HOSKING BREAKFAST
6am–9am weekdays
Open your mind to the world with New Zealand’s number one breakfast show.
Without question, as New Zealand’s number one talk host, Mike Hosking sets the day’s agenda.
The sharpest voice and mind in the business, Mike drives strong opinion, delivers the best talent, and always leaves you wanting more.
There are many sides to Mike. He’s ambitious and insightful, a family man and loving husband, a news junkie and social influencer.
His quick wit, intelligent conversation and bold approach ensure the audience is up to date and informed as they plough into their busy day.
The Mike Hosking Breakfast always cuts through and delivers the best.
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Mike's Minute: There's no way the NZRU rumour is real, right?
Is it a bombshell? A moment too weird to properly comprehend and, because of that, is that why it isn't real? And if it's not real then it's not worth speculating...
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"Highly controversial": Trump calls to nationalise US elections
Donald Trump has called for the Republican Party to nationalise elections. He made the statement during his appearance on the podcast of former deputy FBI director...
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Pollies: What happened with the Labour-Greens presser and Peeni Henare's resignation?
Today on Politics Wednesday, Labour’s Ginny Andersen and National’s Mark Mitchell delve into the biggest political stories of the week so far. They discussed the...
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THE RE-WRAP: All Blacks Bombshell
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Wednesday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) I Feel Like We've Seen This Before/Last Piece of the Recovery Puzzle/Please Don't Retest...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 04 February 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 4th of February, Transport Minister Chris Bishop delves into the overhaul of the drivers licensing...
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NZ set to become "more attractive" destination as Auckland-Bangkok direct flights resume
More good news on the tourism front. Auckland Airport has reinstated its partnership with Thai Airways, bringing back non-stop flights between Auckland and Bangkok....
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'Tactical': Why the All Blacks aren't facing the Wallabies in the 2027 RWC opener
A chance to open next year's Rugby World Cup with a blockbuster Wallabies-All Blacks clash has been passed by. Organisers have opted to kick-off the tournament...
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Wine industry confident in the long term despite current challenges
The wine industry is trying to stay positive. It's facing an oversupply of sorts after around 100 thousand tonnes of grapes —about a fifth of the crop— were left...
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"We're pretty bullish": ASB expects unemployment to fall to 5.2%
Economists are divided on whether unemployment is finally starting to fall. Stats NZ is releasing its latest employment update at 10.45. Economic conditions are...
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New drivers licensing system brings NZ in line with other countries, Transport Minister says
The Government says it's modernising the drivers licensing system, with the key change being the end to full license practical tests. After passing the restricted...
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Building up: Townhouses, apartments become increasingly prevalent in cities
Building townhouses and apartments is becoming increasingly popular, with Auckland leading the charge. More than 36-thousand building consents for new homes were...
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Mike's Minute: There are more good news, than bad, hospo stories
A small tip on news coverage. The media can go some small way to redeeming its reputation by asking more questions. One of the current obsessions is the closure...
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Latest Mandelson allegations a "bad deal" for Sir Kier Starmer - correspondent
Fresh allegations have emerged linking former UK-US Ambassador Lord Mandelson to Jeffrey Epstein. Newly released files suggest Mandelson shared internal government...
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"A dollar saved is a dollar earned": Chris Kohler takes a thorough look at "sneaky" everyday economics in 'How They Get You'
Finances can be a bit of a struggle. Costs are constantly rising, and in an era of auto-payments and forgotten subscriptions, it can sometimes be difficult to...
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THE RE-WRAP: Lessons to Learn
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Monday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Education Groundhog Day/Dude, Where's My Mark-X?/Hospo Is as Hospo Does/Open for Mining/Wheel...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 03 February 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 3rd of February, Education Minister Erica Stanford unpacks the new reporting system for junior education. Meta...
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Concerns as growing number of new entrants lack basic skills
New entrants are needing more help than ever. Primary schools are reporting record levels of children arriving without basic skills such as talking, eating and...
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Nelson Mayor criticises "overzealous" alcohol licensing laws
Current liquor licensing rules are overzealous, according to Nelson's Mayor. Nick Smith says it felt odd that he was unable to buy a bottle of wine at the Ready...
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Banning youth from social media a "bit of a fool's errand", Meta says
Meta's Global Head of Safety is calling a social media ban a bit of a fool's errand. More than five million social media accounts have been deactivated or restricted...
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68% of fixed-rate home loans up for renewal in 2026
Many Kiwis re-fixed their mortgage last year and will be re-fixing their mortgage again this year too. Four in five borrowers have re-fixed in the past year – a...
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'Intense detail': Govt announces new reporting system for junior students
The Government's keeping a closer eye on kids' achievement across primary and intermediate school. It's announced nationally consistent assessments and reporting...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 02 February 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 2nd of February, as of today GP's can now diagnose people with ADHD. We speak to a man who has worked...
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Sir Kier Starmer calls for former Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to face US courts over Epstein emails
Things have got worse for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor - as fresh Epstein files show how deeply he was involved with Jeffery Epstein. Photos of Andrew crouched on...
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THE RE-WRAP: A Bridge Too Far
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Friday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Actual Bridge. Actually Too Far/That About Wraps it Up for LIV/What Happened at Highlands/Closely...
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Sam Ruthe: Teen athletics prodigy celebrates record-breaking mile
Teenager Sam Ruthe has broken Sir John Walker's 1982 New Zealand mile record. He clocked a time of 3:48.88, which is the fastest indoor mile ran by a high school...
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Luxon says government had 'up front' concerns about Trump's Board of Peace
Chris Luxon says the Government had major "up front" concerns about joining Donald Trump's Board of Peace. New Zealand has joined other western countries in declining...
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'Working on this for 10 years': Law change will make ADHD treatment easier to access
It's expected those with ADHD will have an easier time getting treatment with changes to prescribing law. GPs and nurse practitioners no longer need specialist...
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'Certainly a reaction': Insurance company drops multi-cover discounts after receiving fine
Tower has become the 5th major player to drop these multi-party discount deals, for both new and renewing customers. The company says it's shifting focus to 'personalised...
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Live: Prime Minister Chris Luxon joins Mike Hosking in the studio
Watch Christopher Luxon and Mike Hosking live from the ZB studio.
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Mike's Minute: America might be able to help in the Pacific
Forget Greenland – in our own backyard we have growing action in the Pacific between America and China. This is not breaking news, but the US is trying to renew...
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Mark the Week: NZR is overthinking the All Blacks coach
At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all. Trump's week: 2/10 Outside the usual...
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Mike's Minute: A reality check for the Government on climate hit areas
We end the week with a reality check. I was a bit underwhelmed by the Government's response to the last couple of week's weather events. $2 million is not a lot...
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US border chief works on plans to wind-down ICE's presence in Minneapolis
Donald Trump's border chief is working on an eventual draw-down plan of immigration agents in Minneapolis. The US President sent Tom Homan to the city after two...
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THE RE-WRAP: Something Seems To Be Up with the Weather
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Thursday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Am I the Only One Who's Noticed?/Mark the Week/My Car Is Cooler Than I Thought/Must Miss...
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Wrapping the Week: Judith Collins and smashing rackets
The week has come to an end, so Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back with Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that was. They discussed music and Bruce Springsteen's...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 30 January 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 30th of January, Trade Minister Todd McClay responds to Winston Peters’ comments on the Free Trade Agreement...
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"Not going to be easy": Liam Sceats' prepares to jump in for NZ Grand Prix
The most coveted crown in New Zealand motorsport is on the line this weekend. Highlands is hosting the 70th edition of the NZ Grand Prix, which is running under...
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"Risk-based decisions": AA halts new insurance cover in Westport
There’s a belief there may come a point when insurers’ goodwill runs out in areas most exposed to climate risk. AA Insurance has told Buller District Council it’s...
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Assurance the Modern Slavery Bill will add value to businesses, not just cost
National and Labour are joining forces in support of legislation to tackle modern slavery. Their bipartisan backing means the Bill can be introduced in Parliament,...
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"No rights for migration": Trade Minister clears up concerns over India FTA
The Minister for Trade's attempting to put to bed concerns about our Free Trade Agreement with India, repeatedly voiced by the NZ First leader. Winston Peters claims...
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"Deja vu": NZ's economic recovery still looks unconvincing
The economy is still struggling to gain momentum. Infometrics says a lot of the indicators suggest that economic recovery is looking unconvincing. Chief Forecaster...
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"One step more": Rugby legend Brad Thorn on the value of hard work, new book
A once in a generation player, Brad Thorn has achieved great things on the field. He’s arguably the greatest code swapper rugby league and union have ever seen,...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 29 January 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 29th of January, new data reveals how effective Labour’s Fees Free university scheme was. National...
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New uni exchange programme aims to keep our best and brightest in NZ
A new domestic exchange programme will soon let students swap cities as easily as they swap courses. Otago, AUT and Victoria University of Wellington have launched...
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ANZ slashes house price inflation forecast as OCR's expected to rise
Economists are expecting the Official Cash Rate to rise sooner rather than later, flattening forecasts for the property market. Cotality's latest report shows almost...
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Ambulance demand skyrockets as acute admission rate outpaces population growth
St John is dealing with its biggest ever workload. National ambulance data shows there's been a 30% increase in 111 calls for ambulances over the past five years...
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"I really want to go out on a high": Judith Collins on her resignation after 24 years in politics
Judith Collins is leaving politics on a high note. The former National leader and senior MP is stepping back from politics after 24 years, taking up a new role...
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Theory vs reality: Data suggests Fees Free failed to reach disadvantaged students
It's thought the fees-free university scheme was theory vs reality. New data suggests the previous Labour Government policy failed to reach the students it meant...
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Mike's Minute: Why we should, and shouldn't, pay attention to polls
There are reasons to ignore political polls this year. And some reasons not to. 1) There have been two polls since the election was called, the RNZ-Reid Research...
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Australia suffers through record breaking heatwave with temperatures nearing 50C
Scorching heatwave conditions continue to grip much of Australia's southeast, keeping authorities on high alert as fire conditions grow increasingly unpredictable. Temperatures...
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Trump administration set to review footage of second Minneapolis shooting
US President Donald Trump says his administration is reviewing the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis nurse by immigration agents. Alex Pretti was fatally shot while...
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Pollies: Inquiry into Mt Maunganui landslide finds support from both sides
Landslide experts say it was a matter of when, not if, the slope overlooking the Mount Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park failed. Speculation has swirled online about...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 28 January 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 28th of January, the Government is set to adjust the Auckland housing plan – Chris Bishop gives a few...
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Kiwi aerospace company shortlisted for UK military's £100m drone project
A Kiwi company's been selected by the UK Ministry of Defence to design a futuristic helicopter drone programme. SYOS Aerospace is among seven companies shortlisted...
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"Simply obsolete": BSA seeks legislative change amid evolving media landscape
The Broadcasting Standards Authority says the current laws it operates under are obsolete. A Parliamentary paper on the BSA's annual review notes the watchdog's...
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Govt's "determined to learn lessons" in wake of fatal landslide and severe storms
The Emergency Management Associate Minister says it's vital we understand exactly what went wrong leading up to the Mount Maunganui landslide. The Government led...
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THE RE-WRAP: Facing the New Reality
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Wednesday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) You Can't Deny the Weather/When Parties Die/Hail to the New Chief/Kill Big Tech... Even...
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Privacy Commissioner pushes for "carrot and stick" approach to cyber security after Manage My Health breach
The Privacy Commissioner's pushing for strong incentives against cyber criminals in the Manage My Health data breach. Michael Webster's unveiled the initial Terms...
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"Pragmatic pathway": Govt plans to adjust Auckland housing intensification plan
The Government is confirming it is making changes to Auckland's housing intensification plan. It has been considering watering down controversial planning rules...
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"Encouraging": Michael Hill reports first positive result in over two years
A possible sign of the economic recovery with Michael Hill's New Zealand operation reporting its first positive result in more than two years. In the six months...
