The Mike Hosking Breakfast

A heated debate surrounds the Treaty Principles Bill, which many believe is destined to fail. The discussion shifts to how MMP is reshaping New Zealand's political landscape, allowing for more parties to thrive rather than hanging by a thread. Drawing parallels to Trump's rise, the conversation highlights how voter grievances are influencing choices. As smaller parties gain traction, the dominance of big players like National may diminish, reshaping the future of political power in the country.

A new approach to land zoning could be the answer to the housing crisis.  New Zealand’s housing crisis is locking families out of home ownership, but what would happen if local streets and neighbourhoods were the ones to decide what can be built and where?   Hyperlocal zoning allows the community to vote on potential developments, balancing the preferences of locals with the need for more housing.   The system has found success over in the States, with housing becoming more accessible and affordable in Houston, Texas.   Maxim Institute Researcher Thomas Scrimgeour told Mike Hosking that it could either work as an opt-out system or an opt-in, but either way it would need the support of a majority of the community.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Golfer Steve Alker wants to keep playing professionally until he's 60, after winning a second season-long crown on the PGA Champions Tour.  The 53-year-old's joined the likes of greats Tom Watson and Bernhard Langer in claiming the overall title more than once.  He's mulled over what to consider before putting the clubs away.  He told Mike Hosking that staying fit is the biggest thing, and from there it’s about the drive.  “If I'm just finishing 40th or 50th in the field, and not having a chance then it's probably time to hang up the boots, you know?”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first of Coldplay's three concerts at Eden Park is a night many concert-goers will never forget.  Over 50 thousand people braved the bad weather last night, the rain unable to dampen the electric energy of the performance.  Newstalk ZB's Matt Heath told Mike Hosking he arrived a critic and left a fan.  He says he always found frontman Chris Martin to be a talented man, but one with a sort of punchable vibe around him – but after that concert, he’d follow him into battle.  ‘He’s one of the greatest men I’ve ever seen – he's up there with Freddie Mercury and Mick Jagger.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 14th of November, despite all the talk and bluster our tourism numbers haven't budged, and analysts say they don't see a way to get us back to pre-Covid levels. The boss of Tourism New Zealand gives his verdict.  Mike has some thoughts on schools encouraging students to attend the hikoi.  Kiwi golfer Steve Alker is now a two-time champ of the PGA Champions tour, and he joined Mike for a chat about his continued success.  Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Infrastructure Minister maintains that more public-private partnerships won't mean more privatisation of assets.  Chris Bishop's unveiled a new framework for the PPPs to encourage the government to work with developers to build key projects.  He told Mike Hosking concerns of privatisation are unfounded.  Bishop says while projects would be built by private developers, ownership would remain with the Crown.  He says that it’s just project delivery method and a procurement method, but at the end of the day it sits on the Government’s balance sheet.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s expected that The Christchurch Show won't disappoint Cantabrians.  The three-day event begins today in place of the usual New Zealand Agricultural Show.  It's the product of local company Event Hire, who came to the show's rescue after the previous board pulled the pin due to financial issues.  Canterbury A&P Association Chairman Sir David Carter told Mike Hosking he's confident locals will turn out in droves.  He says there's been strong interest with a tremendous response from exhibitors and members— who all want the show to continue for years to come.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A gaming machine lobby group is pleased about a government move to bring online operators into line.  The Government's announced it's starting a licensing program, which will see 15 licences given and an up to $5 million fine for anyone operating online without one.  Gaming Machine Association Independent Chair Peter Dengate Thrush told Mike Hosking internet casinos threaten the current gambling model, which works well for them.  He says New Zealand has low problem gambling rates and puts millions of dollars back into the community, as per government regulation.  Despite being pleased about the crackdown, the group does believe the Government should be doing more, and online casinos should face the same rules as other operators.  Dengate Thrush says the law doesn’t address any of the major problems, not does it require online companies to invest into the community.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite a plateau in tourism arrivals, the sector is seeing positive signs.  Overseas visitor arrivals were at 3.23 million for the year to September, which is up on the same month last year, but well below 2019's almost 4 million.  But Tourism New Zealand CEO Rene de Monchy says international holiday visitors are up 29% on last year.  He told Mike Hosking international visitor spending is also on the rise.  De Monchy says while visitors are at around 83% of 2019 levels, we're at 100% of the value in the year to June 2024.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new administration under Donald Trump is starting to form, with notable appointments like Marco Rubio for Secretary of State and Mike Huckabee as Ambassador to Israel. However, challenges loom as Trump aims to make selections without Senate approval, using recess appointments to consolidate power. Political dynamics are shifting, with implications for foreign policy and governance as tensions rise on the global stage.