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Politics Central Podcast

Newstalk ZB serves up what you need to know, on all things politics at home, and abroad. The show reviews, previews, analyses and challenges the biggest political issues of the week, with all the big players.

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    Alex Walker: Maori wards are a no-brainer

    A recent law change saw councils given the choice to either hold a binding poll or disestablish their Maori wards.  Central Hawkes Bay Mayor Alex Walker told Tim Beveridge that publicising the issue removes the power from local governments. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    11 min

  2. 5 DAYS AGO

    Chris Hipkins: Capital gains tax has become essential

    The Labour Party has started a discussion around a potential capital gains tax. Leader of the Opposition Chris Hipkins had campaigned against the tax in the 2023 election, but has since changed his mind.  Hipkins told Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective that there are several ways of implementing a capital gains tax, including potentially taxing increased value on a home without it being sold.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 min

  3. 1 SEPT

    Stephen Hoadley: "Korea is on the front line with China"

    Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is about to jet off with a senior business delegation to Malaysia followed by South Korea.  Retired Professor of International Relations Stephen Hoadley joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss the importance and what we can expect.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    9 min

  4. 1 SEPT

    Simeon Brown: Proposed speed limit changes

    The Government has proposed several changes to speed limits countrywide. This week, proposing to change State Highway 1/76 in Christchurch and State Highway 1 north of Auckland from 100km/h to 110km/h. Transport Minister Simeon Brown joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    11 min

  5. 25 AUG

    Paula Southgate: How do councils feel after the LGNZ conference?

    The Local Government New Zealand conference wrapped up this week, with local government minister Simeon Brown hinting at more streams of funding for councils.  But some councillors are unhappy with recent comments from the Prime Minister.  Hamilton Mayor Paula Southgate joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss the feeling among councils after the conference.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    11 min

  6. 25 AUG

    Chris Bishop: New changes to the Fast-track Approvals Bill

    The Government announced this afternoon that Cabinet has agreed to recommend a suite of changes to the Fast-track Approvals Bill.  These changes would require applications to be sent to a panel of experts to streamline approval. Minister for Infrastructure, Chris Bishop, joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss the new recommendations.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    12 min

  7. 18 AUG

    Bryce Edwards: Helen Clark Foundation calls for tougher rules on corruption

    The Helen Clark Foundation is calling for tougher rules against corruption after a report outlined the levels of transparency in the Government.  The report's author, Philippa Yasbek, says Kiwis should be reassessing the level of threat corruption has in New Zealand to avoid the need for a "too little, too late" reaction.  Political commentator Dr Bryce Edwards joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss the report.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 min

  8. 18 AUG

    Simeon Brown: New funding to tackle drunk and drugged drivers

    The Government has announced $1.3 billion of funding for a new Road Policing Investment Programme (RPIP) to improve road safety over the next three years.  The funding will be targeted at drunk and drugged drivers, increasing roadside testing and focusing on high-risk times and locations.  Transport Minister Simeon Brown joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss the new funding.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    11 min
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Newstalk ZB serves up what you need to know, on all things politics at home, and abroad. The show reviews, previews, analyses and challenges the biggest political issues of the week, with all the big players.

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  • Channel
    Newstalk ZB
  • Creator
    Newstalk ZB
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    671
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