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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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Mangawhai tornado: Worst emergency controller has ever seen
At least 50 properties have been damaged in Mangawhai following the tornado that ripped through the Northland town over the weekend. Two people were taken to hospital...
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Gail Downey: A second storm threatens the UK
Europe's busiest airport may be adding a new wing, as the Chancellor suggests the possibility of a third runway at Heathrow. An announcement is expected next week...
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Auckland FC unstoppable in last minute win
The Australian Open finals saw the women's world number one beaten, and Italian Jannik Sinner take home the men's division prize. Auckland FC have secured yet another...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 27 January 2025
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday 27 January. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning...
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Treaty Principles Bill oral hearings to begin
Oral hearings for the treaty principles bill get underway today, marking the start of 80 hours worth of hearings over the course of a month. Author of the bill and...
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Roman Travers: Hungry kids falling behind at school - maybe we need to stop blaming our curriculum
Although the school holidays are still in full swing, that doesn’t mean that the country’s children are getting the food they need at home. New Zealand children...
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Major changes to the science sector sparks concern
There’s scepticism over the Government's major changes to the science sector. Seven crown research institutes be merged into three public research organisations...
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Infrastructure investment needed as Govt seeks to attract more tourists
One of our largest hotspots backs efforts to bring in more visitors – on one condition. Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis is hoping to attract more tourists,...
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Southport stabbing: "Incredibly unlikely" teen killer will 'ever' be released
The 18-year-old killer of three UK girls at a Taylor Swift themed dance class in Southport last year is unlikely to ever be released from prison. Axel Rudakubana's...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 24 January 2025
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 24 January. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning...
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Francesca Rudkin: Luxon's State of the Nation speech sounded like he’s found his groove
If you didn’t pick up on Christopher Luxon’s State of the Nations speech yesterday, the Prime Minister is looking to grow the economy, because the country desperately...
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New foreign investment agency set to boost NZ's productivity
During his state of the nation speech Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced a new foreign investment agency with the aim of driving more overseas revenue to...
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Canterbury construction booms as more move down
Internal migration is driving a boom in Canterbury housing construction. The region's councils consented around 6,500 homes in the past year – a fifth of the country's...
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Economy set to be the "absolute focus" of State of Nation address
A political commentator says people shouldn't expect any big ticket policy announcements from the Prime Minister's State of the Nation address this afternoon. Christopher...
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More than 20 states sue Trump over order blocking birthright citizenship
Donald Trump is once again facing legal action, this time over his immigration plans. The US President is wanting to stop issuing citizenship documents for US-born...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 23 January 2025
On the Early Edition with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Thursday the 23rd of January. Inflation has settled at 2.2% for the year to December, matching the...
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Household inflation pressure set to ease in 2025
Annual inflation has remained at 2.2% for the year to December according to the latest update from Stats NZ. It's slightly above what the Reserve Bank had forecast...
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Francesca Rudkin: The Ruapehu District needs the Chateau to be saved
I am so pleased to see NZ Herald Business Journalist Kate McNamara continue to write about the woes in the Ruapehu District. Why? Because the Ruapehu region has...
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4 arrests made, nearly 70 dead after ski resort goes up in flames
Almost 70 people have been killed in a fire at a Turkish ski resort. The 12 storey Grand Karla hotel in Bolo was engulfed in flames in the early hours of the morning...
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Trump's sweeping policy changes spark "significant concern"
Donald Trump's sweeping changes to US policy are already garnering pushback. Trump's immediately begun wielding his new presidential powers, signing off 26 orders...
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"It's a really tough gig": Vacancies go unfilled for months amid teacher shortages
A principal says schools across the country are struggling to fill teaching roles. More than 400 principal and teaching roles are currently being advertised in...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 22 January 2025
On the Early Edition with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Tuesday the 21st of January. Donald Trump has been ssworn in as President for his second term -...
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Francesca Rudkin: Love it or hate it, AI is going to be part of our lives
There is a lot going on in the world this week. This Friday The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences provides some lighthearted relief from the world's...
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Inflation expected to be up, but within target range
Stats NZ will release Consumer Price Index inflation numbers for quarter four on Wednesday, and economists are predicting it will be within the Reserve Banks's target...
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Professional dog walkers say proposed restrictions "ignore the real situation"
Professional dog walkers say proposed Auckland Council changes will impact their services. The council's looking at limiting the number of dogs people can walk...
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Leaky pipes see NZ's water slipping down the drain
There are pleas for more investment in the country's water infrastructure. Otago University research shows 21% of piped water is being lost – in comparison, the...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 21 January 2025
On the Early Edition with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Tuesday the 21st of January. Donald Trump has been sworn in as President for his second term. Election...
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Donald Trump's presidency will be different the second time around
Donald Trump has been inaugurated President for the second time. It's the first time since 1893 a president has been sworn in for a second non-consecutive term,...
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Francesca Rudkin: Washington D.C. has always been about power, but now it’s just as much about money
Well, it’s a big day in the United States today - and in Panama, Greenland, Canada, Mexico, and the many countries who are going to feel the weight of President...
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Hamas hostages: Concern around the stability of a ceasefire
Following last minute strikes over Gaza and a three-hour long delay, an Israel-Hamas ceasefire has begun. Israel is expecting to receive 33 hostages from Hamas...
