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Covering the very latest international and domestic news developments, sport, entertainment and business, Early Edition with Ryan Bridge is the only place to get your full pre-breakfast fix.
An esteemed and highly experienced broadcaster, Ryan Bridge brings his extensive knowledge of local and global issues to you every morning, with the latest news and analysis to begin your morning.
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 05 May 2026
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 5 May. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning...
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Communication issues could see taxpayers on the hook for ferry cost blowout
A union says the taxpayer pays the price for any cost blowout to the Cook Strait ferry replacement programme. A Treasury review last year found “back-to-front”...
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Divorces outstripping marriages: Why are less Kiwis tying the knot?
The number of New Zealanders choosing to get divorced is outpacing those getting married. Stats NZ data shows a 3% drop in marriages and civil unions last year...
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Fresh attacks could see Middle East conflict 'spiral out of control'
Renewed attacks by Iran and the United States threaten to see the war in the Middle East “spiralling out of control”. The ceasefire seems to be on shaky ground,...
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Ryan Bridge: What's the secret to a good marriage?
What are your chances of getting divorced? The new Stats NZ numbers are interesting for a couple of reasons. 1. Fewer people are getting hitched. In 2025, 7.6 marriages...
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'It's posturing': Immigration lawyer says ACT's new immigration policy is 'superfluous'
ACT leader and Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour will campaign on new immigration policies. His proposed changes include stronger English language requirements,...
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Fuel crisis scuppers optimism in the retail sector
The fuel crisis is scuppering optimism in the retail sector. The latest quarterly Retail Radar Report shows rising confidence at the end of last year has turned...
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Ryan Bridge: Things are about to get a whole lot more expensive
I have good news and bad news for you this morning. The good news, I was out shopping on the weekend, which means I didn't actually buy anything but drove halfway...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 04 May 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Monday 4th of May 2026, Marcus Beveridge a Immigration Lawyer at Queen City Law shares his thoughts on David...
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"Flawed from the get-go": LIV Golf's future in doubt as Saudi Arabia pulls funding
LIV Golf’s financial backer is pulling its funding after the current season. Plays and staff will reportedly find out the decision today to axe the funding by...
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Rejection rate drops as visa changes settle into place
There's a suggestion better quality visa applications are coming through, with more than nine in ten applicants being approved. Data released to Newstalk ZB shows...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 01 May 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Friday 1st of May 2026, still no answers for Mount Maunganui businesses following a council meeting on when...
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Mt Maunganui businesses fear for winter as Mount reopening drags
Mount Maunganui businesses are frustrated at a perceived lack of progress in reopening the mount. Hundreds of residents went to a community meeting last night...
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Ryan Bridge: We need less fighting, more long term thinking in Wellington
There's no reason parties on left and right in New Zealand politics can't work together to get stuff done. This week we've seen it with the India FTA. It's essentially...
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"Better controlled": NZ unlikely to follow Australia's surging inflation
Australia's starting to feel the economic effects of the energy squeeze stemming from conflict on the other side of the world. Annual headline inflation surged...
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Is NZ prepared for a foot and mouth disease outbreak?
New Zealand is about to test its readiness for foot and mouth disease with a farm simulation next month on a Taranaki farm. It'll be followed by a national exercise...
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"Not a big seller": Hospo sector unlikely to be impacted by Govt's nang crackdown
There are hopes the Government's latest crackdown on the misuse of nitrous oxide gets the message through to retailers. People inhaling the gas to get high is becoming...
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Ryan Bridge: Winston was always going to turn on Luxon
This was always going to happen. The closer you get to the election, the more your friends become your enemies under MMP. Winston's office released OIA docs showing...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 30 April 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Thursday 30th of April 2026, inflation spiking across the Tasman, Westpac Chief Economist Kelly Eckhold tells...
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Unlikely NZ will experience total fuel drought, Waitomo CEO says
A belief from one fuel company boss we won't face a total fuel drought. The Government's signed a deal with Z Energy to bring an extra 90 million litres of diesel...
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"Scrutinise it": Electricity Authority set to dig into what exactly is causing price increases
Power companies are being put on the spot as the Electricity Authority demands answers to surging prices. The average household is facing an 8% jump in their power...
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Concerns about timeline of Govt's aviation shake-up
An aviation shake-up will modernise rules dating back about 20 years. The Government has announced a major overhaul of the Civil Aviation Authority. The reforms...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 29 April 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Wednesday the 29th of April 2026, the Government's secured an additional 90 million litres of diesel, Waitomo...
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Ryan Bridge: Why are young women doing the job of cops?
Did you hear the story about these three young flatmates who hunted down their own burglars, busted them, and took back their stuff? Sarah, Anna, and Charlotte,...
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"Real uncertainty": Central banks expected to hold interest rates amid ongoing uncertainty
Banks around the world are meeting this week to discuss interest rates. Financial conditions are tightening, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East causing inflationary...
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Growing concerns NZ's population won't be able to sustain govt spending
New Zealand may not have a large enough working population in the future to support government spending. A new Koi Tū report shows the fertility rate is at a record...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 28 April 2026
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 28 April. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning...
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Freight sector pushes Govt towards 'temporary, timely' fuel saving solution
A freight carriers advocacy group is pleased its concerns are being heard but worries change will come too late. The Government is preparing options in case the...
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Ryan Bridge: The India FTA is up to businesses now
Judging by the coverage out of New Delhi overnight, the Indian press appears optimistic about the trade deal with New Zealand. As optimistic as our Government and...
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"Real drawcard": One NZ Stadium puts Christchurch 'back on the world stage'
Christchurch bars, restaurants and retailers are preparing for a bumper weekend with the city's new stadium playing host to its first crowds. One NZ Stadium hosts...
