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The Working Group - NZ’s Best Weekly Political PodcastSpeaker Gerry Brownlee on Parliament Haka Fallout | Panel - Sir Roger Douglas, Craig Renney, Peeni Henare, Matthew Tukaki | Bradbury GroupMartyn 'Bomber' Bradbury this week welcomes a very special guest in the form of Speaker of the House Gerry Brownlee, to unpack the Parliament haka debacle - was the punishment a principled defence of procedure, or a tone-deaf crackdown on tikanga? The panel of all stars features Peeni Henare, Matthew Tukaki, Craig Renney, and the one and only Sir Roger Douglas. The four take on the Government’s $6 billion infrastructure “announcement” (spoiler... it’s old news dressed up as new hope). Economic growth has flatlined, inflation’s creeping back, and term deposits are ballooning for the already-rich while Māori unemplo...2025-07-231h 00
All Sport Breakfast CanterburyGerry Brownlee: Speaker of the House on the construction of the Apollo Projects StadiumThis weekend’s Super Rugby Pacific final is being billed as the perfect way to send off Apollo Projects Stadium at Addington Raceway. The stadium is being replaced by the One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha – which is set to open in late April. Current Speaker of the House, Gerry Brownlee was one of the driving forces behind the construction of the Apollo Projects Stadium in the wake of the Canterbury Earthquakes. He joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about what it took to get that project started and completed in the 100 days th...2025-06-2107 min
Holiday BreakfastGerry Brownlee: Speaker of the House reflects on the behaviour in Parliament in 2024Have the standards in New Zealand’s Parliament been slipping? Between constant interruptions and heckling, name calling, and a haka towards the end of last year, 2024 was filled with events that drew concern about the behaviour of our MPs. Speaker of the House, Gerry Brownlee, told Tim Beveridge that since there is now a party of reasonable size that wants to make cultural expressions that recognise their voters, they need to ask how that fits in. He says there’s a lot of tension surrounding it, and they’re looking at ways in which the...2025-01-1606 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldGerry Brownlee: Speaker of the House reflects on his first year in the roleA regular weekly contributor to the show up until last year, Gerry Brownlee is finishing his first full year as Speaker of the House. Brownlee joined John MacDonald to reflect on his year amid the continuing drama in Parliament. He says has been a very democratic year in the chamber. When elected to the position this time last year, Brownlee said it was his job to protect MPs rights to speak freely. He says he feels he's done this job well, ensuring debate in the house was well facilitated. Brown...2024-12-1314 min
The Sunday Session with Francesca RudkinJason Walls: Newstalk ZB political editor on on the Greens asking House Speaker Gerry Brownlee to oust Darleen Tana from ParliamentExperts agree Darleen Tana's days in Parliament are numbered. On Thursday, Green Party delegates voted to ask House Speaker Gerry Brownlee to oust the now-independent MP. Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls says this is uncharted territory for the Party - and it's unclear how this will play out ahead of the next election. "We've seen the polls move up and down over the last seven months or so, with how long this story has been running for. I think it's had an impact on the party, but we're still two years away...2024-10-2004 min
Kerre Woodham Mornings PodcastSir Lockwood Smith: Former Speaker of the House on the Parliamentary clash between ACT and Speaker Gerry BrownleeACT Leader David Seymour is alleging racism in Parliament over select committee tensions and claims of personal attacks towards MP Karen Chhour. The ACT Party says its confidence in the Speaker of the House is “falling by the day”, accusing Gerry Brownlee of failing to address racial harassment in Parliament. Seymour told Mike Hosking this morning they wrote to the Speaker, calling the issues 'serious.' He says the response suggested there was no issue. Former National MP and Speaker of the House Sir Lockwood Smith joined Kerre Woodham to discuss how he’d...2024-08-0107 min
The HouseLeaving the partisan: Gerry Brownlee on being SpeakerWe talk with the Speaker, Gerry Brownlee, about Question Time, MP porkies, and stepping above the fray after 27 years or partisan politics, to instead become 'Parliament's man'. The role of Parliament's Speaker is ranked fourth in the nation's Order of Precedence, comes with the title 'Right Honourable' (if you like that sort of thing), and shepherds the crucial institution of Parliament. But it seldom seems to be the first choice for MPs chosen for it. Most speakers seem to have other plans. Adrian Rurawhe said he was looking forward to being a Whip when Chris...2024-05-1814 min
#BHN Big Hairy News#BHN Gerry Brownlee shows the real thought behind who National supports in the Israel Hamas war
Gerry Brownlee sends such mixed messages where he says National wants a ceasefire, but still refuses to call for one.
The most concerning part of the fence sitting by National is when Brownlee says National only thinks there can be a ceasefire when "both parties" fulfill certain conditions. When he is asked what those "conditions" are, rather than explaining where "both parties" need to come to the table, his response is only what Hamas has to do, nothing about the "conditions" Israel needs to reach for a ceasefire.
Lip service from our next government, attempting to look the part...2023-11-2413 min#BHN Big Hairy News#BHN Gerry Brownlee on The Working Group | Peters and Seymour scrapping | 5 day ceasefire in Gaza
Gerry Brownlee joined Bomber, Shane te Pou and Damien Grant on The Working Group where Damien uses the Russia versus Ukraine to make a comparison, problem is in his comparison he labels Israel the "Russia" of this conflict...who I think are the bad guys?
Handbags at 40 paces with Winston Peters and David Seymour scrap over the Deputy Prime Ministership. Honestly this is two men measuring their...well you get it...as both are desperate for the other not to have the position more than them actually wanting it
A 5 day ceasefire seems imminent in Gaza although ominous signs...2023-11-221h 11
Election 2023Gerry Brownlee: National Foreign Affairs Spokesperson on former Prime Minister Chris Hipkins calling for Israel-Gaza ceasefireNational says Labour leader Chris Hipkins' call for a ceasefire in Gaza was a surprise. Hipkins yesterday said he believes Israel's Defence Force's response has been disproportionate and indiscriminate. National's Foreign Affairs Spokesperson, Gerry Brownlee, says calling for a ceasefire has no point if both sides aren't willing to cooperate. Brownlee says National backs negotiating efforts from parties closer to the conflict- and that Qatari negotiators are doing a good job. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-11-2003 min
Q+AGerry Brownlee: “Very good deal” signed between Tuvalu and AustraliaWith Gerry Brownlee, Josie Vidal, Shane Martin, and Benedict Collins.2023-11-1154 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: Labour's Duncan Webb and National's Gerry Brownlee on Winston Peters, New Zealand's response to Gaza, and covering gang tattoos with makeupToday on Politics Friday John MacDonald was joined by Labour’s Duncan Webb and National’s Gerry Brownlee. They discussed Winston Peter's comments about the mosque attack and whether he is fit for a role in a potential government. Is New Zealand's response to the Gaza situation strong enough? And will National's plan to have gang members wear makeup to cover up offensive tattoos work? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-10-2717 minElection 2023Politics Friday: MPs Megan Woods and Gerry Brownlee on the election campaignIn the final edition of Politics Friday before election day, John was joined by Labour’s Megan Woods and National’s Gerry Brownlee live in studio. They discussed the campaign, whether it’s been the most negative they’ve seen, and the policies they’re the proudest of leading into the election. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-10-1320 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Megan Woods and Gerry Brownlee on the election campaignIn the final edition of Politics Friday before election day, John was joined by Labour’s Megan Woods and National’s Gerry Brownlee live in studio. They discussed the campaign, whether it’s been the most negative they’ve seen, and the policies they’re the proudest of leading into the election. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-10-1320 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Duncan Webb and Gerry Brownlee on a police helicopter in Christchurch, National's fiscal plan, and coalitions of chaosToday on Newstalk ZB Canterbury Mornings, John MacDonald was joined by Duncan Webb and Gerry Brownlee in studio for Politics Friday. They discussed the need for a police chopper in Christchurch after word was released that National may seek to bring one to the city. National's fiscal plan is out later today, will it hold all the information voters need? And which coalition will truly be the most chaotic, if any at all? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-09-2923 minElection 2023Politics Friday: MPs Duncan Webb and Gerry Brownlee on a police helicopter in Christchurch, National's fiscal plan, and coalitions of chaosToday on Newstalk ZB Canterbury Mornings, John MacDonald was joined by Duncan Webb and Gerry Brownlee in studio for Politics Friday. They discussed the need for a police chopper in Christchurch after word was released that National may seek to bring one to the city. National's fiscal plan is out later today, will it hold all the information voters need? And which coalition will truly be the most chaotic, if any at all? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-09-2923 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Duncan Webb and Gerry Brownlee on tax policies, prison populations, and Oranga Tamariki (1)Today on Politics Friday, John MacDonald was joined by Labour's Duncan Webb and National's Gerry Brownlee. They discussed tax policies, Labour's changed stance on the prison population, and just who is to blame for the shocking state of Oranga Tamariki? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-09-2224 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Duncan Webb and Gerry Brownlee on tax policies, prison populations, and Oranga TamarikiToday on Politics Friday, John MacDonald was joined by Labour's Duncan Webb and National's Gerry Brownlee. They discussed tax policies, Labour's changed stance on the prison population, and just who is to blame for the shocking state of Oranga Tamariki? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-09-2224 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: Gerry Brownlee and Tracey McLellan on policy releases, health system and ugly election campaignToday on Newstalk ZB Canterbury Mornings, John MacDonald was joined by Tracey McLellan and Gerry Brownlee for Politics Friday. They discussed policies release by both parties this week, what is going on with our health system that we need to close our after hours services, and will this be an election campaign marred by ugliness? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-08-2520 min
The Working Group - NZ’s Best Weekly Political PodcastGerry Brownlee, Matt McCarten and Damien GrantTONIGHT: National Party MP Gerry Brownlee, Former Labour Party Chief of Staff Matt McCarten and notorious Libertarian, Damien Grant Issue 1: Fast and Furious: The Kiri Allan Saga – will there be a sequel? Issue 2: NZ First Conference vs Green Party Conference vs wake me when I’m dead Issue 3: Debt, catastrophic climate change and the cost of living crisis – the new Trinity of the Apocalypse sweeping the globe and Issue 4 tonight: Angry Co-Governance protests and Posie Parker returning – is NZ Democracy ok, or does it need a cup of tea and a lie down...2023-07-2556 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Duncan Webb and Gerry Brownlee on Kiri Allan, fuel subsidy and Prime Minister Chris Hipkins' trip to ChinaJohn MacDonald was joined by Duncan Webb and Gerry Brownlee on Canterbury Mornings for Politics Friday. What on earth is going on with Kiri Allan's office? Was the fuel subsidy such a great idea now we have spent so much money on it? And what good will come from the Prime Minister's trip to China? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-06-3020 min
The Backroom of PoliticsBetter Ways to FarmToday in the Back room of Politics, I talk to Halter, an agricultural technology company revolutionising dairy farming, with great results. Listen in to hear how technology is helping reduce carbon emissions, while increasing productivity. 2023-06-2823 minThe Backroom of PoliticsZespri - New Zealand's Golden ExportToday in the Backroom of Politics, I talk to Zespri Chairperson Bruce Cameron, and Head of Global Affairs Michael Fox, both at Fieldays in Hamilton, about Zespri's huge contribution to New Zealand export receipts.2023-06-2717 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Megan Woods and Gerry Brownlee on reaction to Michael Wood resignation, banking review and offshore energyJohn MacDonald was joined by Megan Woods and Gerry Brownlee in studio for Politics Friday. How has the Labour Party reacted internally to the resignation of Michael Wood? Is the Prime Minister as annoyed as he portrayed? In the light of the review into Banking in New Zealand, does KiwiBank still have a place, and what do they think of offshore energy sourcing in New Zealand? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-06-2320 minThe Backroom of PoliticsWhat is artificial intelligence? - Madeline Newman Executive Director of AI Forum NZ, and Hon Judith CollinsToday in the Back Room of Politics I talk with Madeline Newman Executive Director of AI Forum NZ, and Hon Judith Collins, National Party MP and spearhead of a Parliamentary bipartisan Caucus on AI, where we discuss what exactly is artificial intelligence (AI), what are its implications, and where is it heading?
2023-06-1536 minThe Backroom of PoliticsThe War in Ukraine - What can we do to help?Today in the "Back Room of Politics" National Party MP Gerry Brownlee speaks to a great kiwi Tenby Powell Fformer army officer, business man, local government politician who has decided to do something practical to help people in the Ukraine through a special purpose NGO called Kiwi K.A.R.E (Kiwi Aid & Refugee Evacuation).
2023-05-3134 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday Budget Special: MPs Dan Rosewarne and Gerry Brownlee on MP security, retail crime and kapa haka fundingJohn MacDonald was joined by Labour's Dan Rosewarne and National's Gerry Brownlee for today's Budget Special edition of Politics Friday. Why is $14 million being spent on MP security, when just $15 million is going into retail crime prevention? Will free prescriptions make a huge difference for New Zealanders and every day living costs? And should we be investing so much into Te Matatini funding. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-05-1920 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Megan Woods and Gerry Brownlee on education, Robertson's $4b and National/NZ FirstJohn MacDonald spoke to Megan Woods and Gerry Brownlee for Politics Friday to discuss their views on our education system - is private better than our public system? Where the Grant Robertson find his $4 billion , and what should it be spent on? And will the National party rule out working with New Zealand First following the upcoming election should they be successful? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-05-1220 minThe Working Group - NZ’s Best Weekly Political PodcastANZAC Day Geopolitical Threat Special with Gerry Brownlee, Ben Morgan and Damien GrantTonight a one off ANZAC Day special where we will focus on current geopolitical threats, look at the Ukrainian/Russian war, look at China Vs America in the Pacific and we will ask if NZs Military is up to the challenge. Our guest panel is Former Foreign Minister Gerry Brownlee, Anti-War Libertarian Damien Grant and former NZ Army Officer and Military Blogger, Ben Morgan. The podcast broadcasts live 7.30pm Tuesdays from our purpose built studio bunker ADJACENT to Mediaworks studios on Facebook, YouTube & The Daily Blog and posted up afterwards on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Rova & 2023-04-251h 09Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: Gerry Brownlee and Duncan Webb on Affordable Water Policy and retirement ageJohn MacDonald was joined by Gerry Brownlee and Duncan Webb for Politics Friday. The pair were asked about the new Affordable Water Policy and what it actually means. Is it a complete waste of money, and why are we being ripped off? Also what do they make of the retirement age? Is it time we changed the age in New Zealand? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-04-1419 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Sarah Pallet and Gerry Brownlee on Nats education plan, water bottling and Auckland withdraws from LGNZToday on Newstalk ZB Canterbury Mornings, John was joined by Labours Sarah Pallett and Nationals Gerry Brownlee. They discussed Nationals education plan, is it really the answer the education system needs? Water bottling looks to be returning to Christchurch, what do they feel about it? And Wayne Brown has withdrawn Auckland from Local Government New Zealand, is this a good move or not? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-03-2417 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Duncan Webb and Gerry Brownlee on Water Use Charges, consultant spending and Christchurch developmentToday on Newstalk ZB Canterbury Mornings, John MacDonald was joined by Duncan Webb and Gerry Brownlee. Had Duncan done any further work on the investigation about Water Use Charges being fair for Christchurch residents? What will National do about the consultant spend in Government should they win the election? And what do they think about the current fight between the Christchurch Council and developers? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-03-1020 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Poto Williams and Gerry Brownlee on lost water, Andrew Coster and Wellington influence on Chch issuesJohn MacDonald spoke to Poto Williams and Gerry Brownlee about the news that Christchurch is losing 38 million litres of water every day due to leaking pipes and broken infrastructure. Is this good enough from the Christchurch Council? Is Andrew Coster still up to the job as Police Commissioner, and does he have Poto Williams' support? And is Wellington getting too heavy handed when it comes to local issues in Christchurch? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-03-0220 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Gerry Brownlee and Dan Rosewarne on speed limits, Ukraine invasion and housing intensificationJohn MacDonald spoke to Gerry Brownlee and Dan Rosewarne today on Politics Friday, Newstalk ZB Canterbury Mornings. Do they feel the Council should be spending $1.5million, including Government funding, on implementing a trial to lower the speed limit on Gloucester street to 10km and one way. If it is not well received, they will scrap the idea. Is this really the best use of money? It's a year since the Ukraine invasion, why have Labour not removed the Russian Ambassador from Wellington? And housing intensification for Christchurch, do both parties still feel this i...2023-02-2420 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Megan Woods and Gerry Brownlee on Cyclone Gabrielle, CBD crime and online votingJohn MacDonald was joined by MPs Megan Woods and Gerry Brownlee to discuss the tragic situation in the North Island following Cyclone Gabrielle. What lesson will we take away from this? What needs to change? Also, are retailers going to get support in the Christchurch CBD with the amount of crime and violence they are facing on a daily basis? And should online voting be introduced to encourage more people to vote? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-02-1720 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Sarah Pallet and Gerry Brownlee on housing intensification, policy reset and Three WatersJohn MacDonald was joined by Sarah Pallett and Gerry Brownlee for Politics Friday. They discussed housing intensification in Christchurch, is it really needed here and why do they support it? What do they think about the Government's policy re set, what happens now with hate speech? And Three Waters, is it time to just walk away from it for good? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-02-0917 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Duncan Webb and Gerry Brownlee on public notification of offenders living nearby, recession and elective surgeryMPs Duncan Webb and Gerry Brownlee joined John MacDonald on Canterbury Mornings to discuss the murder of Juliana Herrera and whether the public should be notified when violent offenders move into their neighbour hood. Also on the agenda was recession fears, the Cabinet reshuffle and measurement of elective surgeries. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-02-0220 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Poto Williams and Gerry Brownlee on homelessness, Ardern's resignation and cost of livingJohn MacDonald kicked off Politics Friday for 2023 with Poto Williams and Gerry Brownlee live in the studio. Discussed was the situation in Christchurch city with homeless people now camping with permission in a $4 million section, the new Prime Minister's appointment and Williams' emotional reaction to Jacinda Ardern's resignation. Will cost of living be a big focus for the Government as they review their work going forward? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-01-2620 minThe Backroom of PoliticsPolitical lobbying - should there be rules and regulations?Today in “The Backroom of Politics” Gerry Brownlee National Party MP talks about the interesting subject of political lobbying with three prominent Government public relations specialists, Mark Unsworth - Saunders Unsworth, Georgina Stylianou – BRG, and Spiro Anastasiou - Senate SHJ2023-01-1936 minThe Backroom of PoliticsWhat is Hate Speech? With Dr Chris Wilson.Today in the Back Room of Politics, I talk with Dr Chris Wilson Senior Lecturer, Politics and International Relations Programme Director, Master of Conflict and Terrorism Studies, at the University of Auckland about the Government’s planned hate speech legislation. What is hate speech? Do we want it or need this legislation? And what are its implications?2023-01-0136 minThe Backroom of PoliticsFree Iran with Samira Taghavi and Mahsa MarksToday in the Back Room of Politics, I talk with Samira Taghavi, Barrister and Mahsa Marks, Consultant both Iranian born women now living in New Zealand, about the human rights violations in Iran, their own experiences growing up in Iran, and their current views on what is happening.2022-12-1836 minThe Working Group - NZ’s Best Weekly Political PodcastThe Working Group with Gerry Brownlee, Matt McCarten and Taxpayers UnionAs you are all aware by now, The Working Group is New Zealand’s bestest and greatestest Weekly Political Podcast THAT IS NOT FUNDED by NZ on Air. Despite getting NO MONEY from NZ on Air, our little weekly political podcast keeps hitting number 1! This week Matt McCarten, Gerry Brownlee and the Taxpayers’ Union Pope, Callum Purves, to debate the big political issues of the week. Issue 1 – TVNZ Poll shows the Left in a death spiral while the Parties wanting children in ankle bracelets soar – what does it suggest for election 2023? Issue 2...2022-12-061h 00Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Gerry Brownlee and Poto Williams on housing density, Three Waters and crimeJohn MacDonald spoke to Gerry Brownlee and Poto Williams for Politics Friday about housing density and mediation, Three Waters by Christmas being a possibility and who is going to fix our rising crime rate?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-11-2520 minThe Working Group - NZ’s Best Weekly Political PodcastThe Working Group with Simon Wilson, Gerry Brownlee and Damien GrantAs you are all aware by now, The Working Group is New Zealand’s bestest and greatestest Weekly Political Podcast THAT IS NOT FUNDED by NZ on Air. Despite getting NO MONEY from NZ on Air, our little weekly political podcast keeps hitting number 1! This week NZ Herald journalist Simon Wilson, National Party MP Gerry Brownlee and Stuff Columnist Damien Grant to debate the big political issues of the week. Issue 1 – Military Boot camps and 10 year olds in ankle bracelets – why is National trying to out-ACT ACT? Issue 2 – Religious Hate Speech – how is a b...2022-11-2253 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Megan Woods and Gerry Brownlee on youth offenders, cops on the beat and housing intensificationJohn MacDonald was joined by Megan Woods and Gerry Brownlee for Politics Friday. They discussed National's policy to deal with youth offenders, and if Labour has any other ideas on how to deal with our rising youth crime. Are there more police on the beat in the CBD now after the Prime Minister's promise last year, and the Government has appointed a mediator to work with the City Council around housing intensification plans. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-11-1819 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Gerry Brownlee and Dan Rosewarne on fireworks, Three Waters and retail crimeJohn MacDonald was joined by National's Gerry Brownlee and Labour's Dan Rosewarne. They talked about the big topics of the week, including the Pegasus fire - does this mean a ban on fireworks? What was their reaction to the Mayors Proposal for Three Waters, and should security guards have more power to make arrests to help deal with the rising crime issue in the CBD and stores? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-11-0420 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: Gerry Brownlee and Dan Rosewarne on tax, Oranga Tamariki and local electionsJohn MacDonald was joined by Gerry Brownlee and Dan Rosewarne in the studio for Politics Friday. They discussed Tax, Oranga Tamariki and its alleged failings recently, Nitrates in Canterbury Water and the local election voter turnout - how do we fix it? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-10-0720 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Gerry Brownlee and Poto Williams on speed limits, car parks and parole notification policyJohn MacDonald was joined by Gerry Brownlee and Poto Williams for Politics Friday. They discussed the suggestion that the speed limit on open roads could be lowered to 80kmph, Phil Mauger's Hospital Car Parking plan, and should the parole notification policy review. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-09-3019 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Gerry Brownlee and Duncan Webb on Russia/Ukraine, Mood of the Boardroom and RepublicJohn MacDonald was joined in Newstalk ZB's brand new studio by Labour's Duncan Webb and National's Gerry Brownlee for Politics Friday. On the table for discussion was the Russian ambassador, and if he should be sent packing, would that make a difference to the Ukraine situation? They reacted to the Mood of the Boardroom survey out this morning, does the business community reflect the mood of New Zealanders? And would Jacinda Arden make a good President, should we become a republic one day? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.co...2022-09-2318 minCanterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Poto Williams and Gerry Brownlee on latest poll, GDP, housing intensification and Three WatersToday on Newstalk ZB Canterbury Mornings, John MacDonald spoke to Labour's Poto Williams and National's Gerry Brownlee. They covered the big news of the week, including the Reshaping Streets movement, the recent Taxpayers Union poll which gives National and ACT positive news, and yesterday's GDP number. John also pressed them both on their reaction to the Christchurch City Council voting no to the housing intensification bill, and why has $16 million been spent on consultants for the proposed Three Waters Reform. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-09-1620 minThe Backroom of PoliticsCo-governance with Hon Willie Jackson and Hon Shane JonesCo-Governance it’s a hot button issue and today I’m sitting down with Hon Willie Jackson, a strong proponent, and Hon Shane Jones who is not so enthusiastic, whatever way you look at it co-governance will be an issue in 2023.2022-08-1739 minThe Working Group - NZ’s Best Weekly Political PodcastThe Working Group Weekly Political Podcast With Gerry Brownlee, Brooke van Velden & Damien GrantNew Zealand’s greatest and bestest weekly Political Podcast that is NOT funded by NZ on Air! This week in studio with National Party Sergeant-at-arms Gerry Brownlee, ACT Party enforcer Brooke van Velden and Stuff columnist Damien Grant. TONIGHT: Issue 1 – TVNZ Poll Issue 2 – National’s new welfare policy Issue 3 – 6 Ramraids in Auckland overnight Issue 4 – Key warns against poking the Chinese Dragon Unique political commentary unlike any other The podcast broadcasts live at 7.30pm from the Mediaworks studios on Facebook, YouTube & The Daily Blog and posted up afterwards on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Rova & Youtube.2022-08-081h 04Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Poto Williams and Gerry Brownlee on National Tax, Luxon and ECan/Ngai TahuToday on Politics Friday on Newstalk ZB Canterbury Mornings John MacDonald was joined by Labour's Poto Williams and National's Gerry Brownlee. The discussed National's Tax Policy and the leadership of the party, following recent media articles around Christopher Luxon's performance as leader. The Shortland Street advertising campaign, and if they thought it was a good way of targeting the nursing shortage. The passing of the ECan and Ngai Tahu representation bill this week, and ties in the workplace - is the dress standard at Parliament needing to change? LISTEN ABOVESee...2022-08-0522 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Megan Woods and Gerry Brownlee on Canterbury issues, PM's Aussie trip, Covid and Boris JohnsonJohn MacDonald spoke to Labour's Megan Woods and National's Gerry Brownlee about the big topics of the week on Newstalk ZB Canterbury Mornings.MacDonald asked them what they felt the biggest issue facing Canterbury was in their opinion, whether the Prime Minister's trip is paying off, their reaction to recent Covid case numbers in New Zealand and Boris Johnson's resignation in the UK.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-07-0818 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: Labour's Duncan Webb and National's Gerry Brownlee on health, UEFTA and alcohol in sportToday on Newstalk ZB Canterbury Mornings, John MacDonald spoke to Labour's Duncan Webb and National's Gerry Brownlee about the big topics of the week. They discussed the tragic situation with Hillmorton Hospital, and where the responsibility lies, the Health Minister? Or the staff? The Prime Minister announced a new free trade agreement during her European tour, is it really a great deal for New Zealand? And the Greens have proposed a bill to prevent alcohol brands advertising in sport - is it necessary? Plus find out their predictions for the All Blacks match against Ireland on Saturday night.L...2022-07-0118 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Gerry Brownlee and Tracey McLellan talk Santa Parade, Covid iso rules and GDPToday on Newstalk ZB Canterbury Mornings, John MacDonald spoke to Labour's Tracey McLellan and National's Gerry Brownlee on Politics Friday.They discussed today's big news that the Christchurch Santa Parade will now be an indoor event, with a $15 ticket price. John asked if it's time we change our Covid isolation rules, given the widespread impact of influenza at the moment, and the GDP figures - what needs to be done to help New Zealanders now?LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-06-1717 min
The Backroom of PoliticsCanterbury WaterToday we're discussing the Central Plains Water Scheme - A very large irrigation system, which is an important part of NZ Infrastructure that is making a difference. Barbara Kuriger and Nicola Grigg joins Gerry to discuss with a number of guests.2022-06-1525 minThe Backroom of PoliticsChina and the Pacific with Josie Pagani and Mike YardleyI sit down with Josie Pagani, political commentator and former director of the Council for International Development, and Mike Yardley, broadcaster and columnist, to discuss China's proposed multilateral agreements in the Pacific, New Zealand's response, and how we can better engage with the region. 2022-06-0337 minThe Backroom of PoliticsHow to Stop Blowing Smoke, with Golriz Ghahraman and Martyn BradburyIn the first episode of the 2022 season, I sit down with some of our most popular returning guests, Green MP Golriz Ghahraman and fellow podcaster Martyn "Bomber" Bradbury, to discuss emissions reduction, polls and tax cuts, all in the context of "leftie optimism" and "right-wing fatalism". 2022-05-3142 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Poto Williams and Gerry Brownlee on ram raids, China and Bromley compensationJohn MacDonald was joined by Labour's Poto Williams and National's Gerry Brownlee.Williams was questioned about the response to the recent ram raids around the country, including those in Christchurch recently and asked what will come of it. Also discussed was China and their movements into the Pacific, and if our Foreign Minister is taking enough action.The Bromley compensation of $200 for residents affected by the wastewater plant fire was also on the agenda, as questions were raised as to whether council have done enough by offering this.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener f...2022-05-2719 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Megan Woods and Gerry Brownlee in the aftermath of yesterday's BudgetJohn MacDonald spoke to Labour's Megan Woods and National's Gerry Brownlee in the aftermath of yesterday's budget announcement.MacDonald questioned the value of spending $327 million on the RNZ and TVNZ merger, when there are so many sick New Zealanders pleading for more money to be allocated for life-saving and life-increasing medications to be funded.Also covered were other key points of the Budget, and followed up on the debt that Three Waters authorities will be seeking reimbursements for from councils over the coming years due to the reform. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...2022-05-2022 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Gerry Brownlee and Megan Woods discuss Trevor Mallard, Three Waters and tax cutsToday on Newstalk ZB Canterbury Mornings, John MacDonald was joined by National's Gerry Brownlee and Labour's Megan Woods regarding the big topics of the week.MacDonald asked if Speaker Trevor Mallard should be removed from his role, they covered Government funding of Three Waters following last Friday's announcement and if tax cuts are on the agenda in future. They also covered the news of Countdown's winter price freeze, and if they thought it was simply a PR stunt. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-05-0619 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Gerry Brownlee and Poto Williams discuss Bromley compost plant, Rotorua council and youth crimeToday on Newstalk ZB Canterbury Mornings, John MacDonald spoke to National's Gerry Brownlee and Labour's Poto Williams about the latest issues.MacDonald pressed them on the current problems in Bromley with the compost plant and council's decision to move it, and also the wastewater plant that caught fire over 170 days ago and is contributing to horrific living conditions for people nearby.They discussed the Rotorua Council Māori Ward situation, and John asked who this could impact the likes of ECan going forward with their situation, and also asked why there is such a large rate of youths i...2022-04-2919 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: MPs Gerry Brownlee and Tracey McLellan talk CPI, Solomons and Three WatersGerry Brownlee and Tracey McLellan were asked if MPs really have a grasp of the realities New Zealanders face in today's world on the back of record CPI numbers.They discussed the situation in the Solomon Islands and their relationship with China, and Labour MP Sarah Pallett has cancelled her involvement with a community group meeting in Christchurch around housing intensification and the Three Waters Reform. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-04-2219 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitics Friday: Gerry Brownlee and Megan Woods discuss Covid mandates, alcohol in sport and gender pay gapToday on Newstalk ZB Canterbury Mornings, John MacDonald was joined by Labour's Megan Woods, and National's Gerry Brownlee returned. MacDonald discussed the latest Covid changes to mandates and vaccine passes, and also raised the issue of emergency housing which has been in the news today following Megan Woods' visit to Rotorua yesterday. They also discussed the advertising of alcohol in sport in New Zealand, and if the time has come to do away with it. Also covered was the gender pay gap transparency, with businesses possibly soon required to publicly disclose the extent of their gender pay gaps. L...2022-03-2516 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldGerry Brownlee: National MP on Russian Ambassador remaining in New Zealand despite social media suggesting otherwiseJohn MacDonald spoke to National Party member Gerry Brownlee regarding the Russian Ambassador remaining in New Zealand despite the false statements they have been posting on social media. Brownlee had some strong advice for the Government. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-03-1705 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPolitcs Friday: Labour's Megan Woods and National's Gerry Brownlee on cost of living, Russia and latest poll resultsToday on Politics Friday, John MacDonald was joined by Labour's Megan Woods and National's Gerry Brownlee. MacDonald pressed the question as to whether there was a cost of living crisis in New Zealand, if our sanctions against Russia were enough of a statement to Putin and if there is a plan for our Omicron response given what is happening in Victoria at the moment with a new strain on the rise. He also sought their reaction to last night's One News Kantar political poll results. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-03-1118 min
On the TilesEpisode 17: Gerry Brownlee and Golriz Ghahraman debate foreign policy, Russia sanctions, and UN's effectivenessIn a first for On the Tiles, this week we're hosting a debate focused around New Zealand's response to the Ukraine crisis. Thomas moderates a discussion between National and Green's foreign affairs spokespeople, Gerry Brownlee and Golriz Ghahraman. They discuss what both their parties want to see from the Government in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and debate the sanctions that could be imposed, if the focus should be on refugees, and if the United Nations is fit for purpose. Follow On the Tiles on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. New e...2022-03-0427 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldGerry Brownlee and Megan Woods: Politics Friday discusses Ukraine, Phase 3 and protestsToday on Politics Friday, John MacDonald spoke to National's Gerry Brownlee and Labour's Megan Woods. They discussed the developing situation in Ukraine, New Zealand entering Phase 3 of the Omicron response and the ongoing protest outside of Parliament.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-02-2518 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldGerry Brownlee and Tracey McLellan: Parliament protest, Omicron and KiwibankJohn MacDonald was joined by Labour's Tracey McLellan and National's Gerry Brownlee. They discussed the current situation with the protest outside Parliament and why politicians had united in their stance to not talk to the group, the current situation with Omicron. Also the review of the ownership of KiwiBank, which has made news in the past day. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-02-1114 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldPoto Williams and Gerry Brownlee: Charlotte Bellis, Three Waters and antivaxxers in CanterburyToday on Politics Friday, John MacDonald was joined by Labour's Poto Williams and National's Gerry Brownlee to talk the big topics of the week. John asked if the Charlotte Bellis situation had been dealt with appropriately, if the Three Waters Reform was going ahead despite rumours, and what they thought of the local anti vax protesters outside Canterbury schools. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-02-0419 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldMegan Woods and Gerry Brownlee on the Traffic Light SystemToday on Politics Friday, John MacDonald talked to Labour's Megan Woods and National's Gerry Brownlee about the biggest topics of the week.They discussed the Traffic Light System, and Omicron in the community. And the importation of rapid antigen tests into New Zealand following the Government's announcement earlier this week.Inflation was a key topic, with John asking Minister Woods how the Government is going to tackle the rising rate. And both guests reflected on last night's most recent poll results.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-01-3017 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldGerry Brownlee and Megan Woods: MPs discuss new Te Pae convention centre in ChristcurchIn our final show for the year, John MacDonald hosted National's Gerry Brownlee and Labour's Megan Woods live from the newly opened Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre. They discussed this great new facility for Canterbury, and the long road to recovery following the quakes. And reflected on their highlights of the year, which Gerry used to his advantage to promote his latest venture. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-12-1714 minThe Backroom of Politics2021 Political Wrap-Up with Dr Bryce Edwards and The Daily BlogOur final The Backroom of Politics episode for 2021 is a collaboration with The Working Group podcast, hosted by The Daily Blog. Myself and Dr Bryce Edwards join host Martyn Bradbury to discuss the good, the bad and the ugly of New Zealand politics this year, and make our predictions for 2022.
Check out The Daily Blog at the links below:
https://thedailyblog.co.nz
https://www.facebook.com/TheDailyBlogNZ
https://twitter.com/TheDailyBlogNZ
And The Working Group podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Rwf4twYPiYcw7ietau4XS2021-12-1654 minThe Working Group - NZ’s Best Weekly Political PodcastThe End of Year Special with Gerry Brownlee & Dr. Bryce EdwardsIt’s our end of year special after a season of only 3 episodes! Our productivity screams funded by NZ on Air, our bank accounts don’t! This week libertarian liquidator and Ctullah of capitalism, Damien Grant, The Blogfather Dr Bryce Edwards and the Mountain comes to Muhammad, The Right Honourable Gerry Brownlee Coming to you live from the Auckland MediaWorks Studio – The Working Group – hosted by beloved left wing broadcaster Comrade ‘Bomber’ Bradbury with the best political panel in New Zealand media!2021-12-1354 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldGerry Brownlee and Duncan Webb: MPs react to Kaiapoi doctor allegedly issuing fake vaccine passesToday on Newstalk ZB Canterbury Mornings, John MacDonald spoke to Gerry Brownlee and Duncan Webb and got their initial reaction to the Kaiapoi Doctor who has allegedly been giving false medical exemptions to those wishing not to be vaccinated. They also discussed the latest news around Three Waters, with proceedings now being delayed and yesterday's announcement from the Government around New Zealand's smoking culture heading towards Smokefree 2025. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-12-1015 minThe Backroom of PoliticsHospitality with Nikki Rogers and Marty FullerIn this episode, I sit down with Nikki Rogers, Regional Manager for Central South Island at Hospitality New Zealand, and Marty Fuller, longtime Christchurch hospitality figure and proprietor of the Elmwood Trading Company. We discuss the changes our hospitality sector has and will need to make in response to the changing Covid-19 environment in New Zealand.
For more information on Hospitality New Zealand's work, head to their website: https://www.hospitality.org.nz/s/aboutus.
Keep up to date with Marty and the Elmwood Trading Company on their Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elmwoodtradingco. 2021-11-2626 minThe Backroom of PoliticsGroundswell with Laurie PattersonThis week I sit down with Laurie Patterson, co-founder of the Groundswell movement, to discuss what's driving the movement, and what change our farming communities want to see in their relationship with the Government. 2021-11-2226 minThe Backroom of PoliticsAuckland and Covid-19 with Leo MolloyIn this episode I sit down with entrepreneur and publican Leo Molloy to discuss the effects of repeated Auckland lockdowns on the city's hospitality sector, his vision for Auckland and mayoral candidacy, and our shared West Coast and Irish heritages. 2021-11-1230 minThe Backroom of PoliticsThree Waters Reform with Bruce Smith and Sam MacDonaldIn this episode, I sit down with Mayor of Westland Bruce Smith, and Christchurch City Councillor Sam MacDonald, to discuss the Three Waters Reform: the issue the reforms are trying to address, why they're so controversial, and how they will affect local communities. 2021-10-2826 minThe Backroom of PoliticsHate Speech with Simon BridgesIn this episode, I sit down the Simon Bridges, National Party Spokesperson for Justice, on the Government's proposed legislative changes to certain "hate speech" provisions. We discuss the ambiguity around defining hate speech and the implications of these changes. 2021-10-2121 minThe Backroom of PoliticsCovid-19 and Vaccinations with Hamish CampbellIn this episode, I'm joined by molecular biologist Dr Hamish Campbell, to talk all things vaccination- how vaccines work, why you should get vaccinated, and what high vaccination rates mean for our communities. 2021-10-1422 minThe Backroom of PoliticsThree Waters Reform with Gary MooreI sit down with Gary Moore, former Labour mayor of Christchurch, for a robust discussion on the Government's proposed Three Waters Reforms, which would see the management of drinking, storm and waste water removed from local authorities and handed to four new regional entities. 2021-10-0733 minThe Backroom of PoliticsHousing with Nicola WillisI sit down with National's Housing Spokesperson, Nicola Willis, to discuss what's driving New Zealand's housing crisis, how it's impacting those trying to get into the market, and the possible solutions. 2021-09-3030 minThe Backroom of PoliticsSocial Entrepreneurship and Refugee Settlement with Elisha WatsonI'm joined by Elisha Watson, social entrepreneur and founder of Nisa, a Wellington-based manufacturer and retailer of ethically and sustainably produced clothing, with a mission to provide employment opportunities to people (especially women) from refugee and migrant backgrounds. We discuss the challenges facing refugees and migrants in finding employment in New Zealand, and what can be done to better enable these communities to feel welcome and supported.
For more information on Nisa and Elisha's mission, head to their website: www.nisa.co.nz, or their social media: www.facebook.com/nisa.workshop www.instagram.com/nisa.workshop2021-09-2325 minThe Backroom of PoliticsCovid-19 with Sir Ian TaylorWith Auckland in Level 4 and the rest of New Zealand in Level 2, New Zealanders continue our successful battle against Covid-19 surrounded by questions about moving forward. In this episode, I'm joined by leading innovator, businessman and founder of Animation Research Limited, Sir Ian Taylor, about where to from here.2021-09-1630 minThe Backroom of PoliticsHousing with Leonie FreemanIn this episode I'm joined by Leonie Freeman, Chief Executive of Property Council New Zealand, to discuss the Council's mission, the legislative, supply and demand issues driving the housing crisis, and how we might solve it.
For more information on the Council, head to: https://www.propertynz.co.nz/about-us.
To learn more about Leonie's philanthropic and independent initiative to solve Auckland's housing crisis, visit: https://thehomepage.nz. 2021-09-0932 minThe Backroom of PoliticsCovid-19 with Chris BishopIn this episode, I sit down with National's Covid-19 Response Spokesperson, Chris Bishop, to discuss the current lockdown, vaccine rollout, and ways New Zealand can improve its Covid-19 response.2021-09-0326 minThe Backroom of PoliticsTrade with Tim Groser, Charles Finny and Nicola GriggIn this episode, I sit down with Former Minister of Trade Tim Groser, Saunders Unsworth trade expert Charles Finny, and National's spokesperson for Trade Nicola Grigg, to discuss all things trade. 2021-08-2638 min
The Backroom of PoliticsHousing with Kathryn MarshallIn this episode, I sit down with Kathryn Marshall, General Manager of Williams Corporation, to discuss the bureaucracy slowing down housing construction and suggestions on improving the system- all from the perspective of a company in the trenches. 2021-08-1221 min