Chris Clarke
Kiwisaver hardship withdrawals will make retirement tougher
Concerns raised about deferring hardship over the increasing number of people taking money out of their kiwisaver to make ends meet. Peter Wilson addresses the issues of kiwisaver funds being accessed… Audio
Residents expected to pay extra for new infrastructure
People buying homes in a new subdivision north of Auckland will pay extra on top of their rates to fund infrastructure for the development. NZIER Principal Economist and Head of Auckland Business… Audio
Shane Jones defends non-disclosure of meetings
Shane Jones continues to defend his behaviour in failing to disclose meetings saying his moral purpose was more important than disclosure by taking an interest in neglected areas of Northland. Audio
The Panel with Nicky Bezzant and Chris Clarke (Part 2)
It's World Kindness Day, an international observance, quite big in Australia, though not so much here. What the Panelists Nicky Bezzant and Chris Clarke want to talk about. Melbourne police have… Audio
The Panel with Nicky Bezzant and Chris Clarke (Part 1)
Shane Jones continues to defend his behaviour in failing to disclose meetings saying his moral purpose was more important than disclosure by taking an interest in neglected areas of Northland. People… Audio
Plastic bags - low-hanging fruit?
It seems clear single-use plastic bags will soon be used however there are many people who argue this is not the biggest issue when it comes to plastic pollution. Audio
Crowd funding access to New Zealand land
Stuff has revealed officials suggested a crowd funding campaign to pay compensation due to US TV star Matt Lauer, over public access to his Otago farm. Audio
Motorway speeds
Auckland drivers can now drive up to 100km per hour on the North-Western and South-Western motorways again. Speeds were initially dropped around the Waterview tunnel when it was built. Audio
Panel Says
What the panelists Chris Clarke and Lizzie Marvelly want to talk about. Chris discusses religion, Lizzie talks about the Black Ferns. Audio
The lie that is "self-made"
An article has outlined the reality behind the title of 'self-made' billionaires. It highlights how discussion about wealthy people often ignore the many people that have helped them achieve success.
…Shelter for homeless people forced to close
A Rotorua shelter for homeless people has been forced to shut over fire compliance. The shelter does not meet fire standards so it has had to be closed over the prospect a massive fine.
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Kiwis cold in their own homes
A Salvation Army survey has found nearly half of New Zealanders have gone without heating to save money. The report some kiwi families were sleeping on mattresses in their living rooms and leaving the… Audio
Wellington bus driver dispute
Wellington is facing major issues with its bus network with 50 bus drivers on strike over what they deem dangerous and unlawful shifts. Some are calling for the Greater Wellington Regional Council to… Audio
Strikers do community work
Dunedin Inland Revenue staff are on strike today but they haven't just been picketing, this afternoon they have been doing volunteer work at the gardens of the Otago Community Hospice. Audio
Flu cases low for this time of year
The number of flu cases are at very low levels for July, when flu infection normally peak. There have been extensive promotions for the flu vaccine this year. Audio
The Panel with Chris Clarke and Lizzie Marvelly (Part 2)
An article has outlined the reality behind the title of 'self-made' billionaires. The piece on WA Today references the latest news around Kylie Jenner and also the likes of Jeff Bezos. It howlights… Audio
The Panel with Chris Clarke and Lizzie Marvelly (Part 1)
The number of flu cases are at very low levels for July, when flu infection normally peak. There have been extensive promotions for the flu vaccine this year, after a increase of hospitaliations and… Audio
Wine fountain for Blenheim
The idea of installing a wine fountain in Blenheim has been greeted with horror from the business association. Audio
Bars turning away groups of men
Is it discrimination if a bar refuses entry to groups of men because there are already too many men inside? We talk to bouncer and former Thai kick-boxing champion Mike Angove. Audio
Foreign workers
Business journalist Bernard Hickey discusses whether construction companies are choosing the easy and cheap option by using foreign workers. Or can they really not get locals? Audio