Shows
AfternoonsFind out about an award-winning community project in Taranaki.A Taranaki programme which provides training and pathways into work has won an environmental award. Tupu a Nuku is delivered by local iwi Ngati Maru and helps rangatahi develop conservation skills. The programme has won the Taranaki Regional Council's Environmental Action in the Community award for 2025. The judges said Tupu a Nuku exemplifies excellence in hands-on, culturally grounded conservation education and the programme's work will have inter-generational impacts. Jayden Waiwiri from the Tupu a Nuku team joins Jesse.
2025-11-1805 min
CheckpointTaranaki family halts bach rebuild for nesting penguinsA Taranaki family have paused work on the rebuild of their coastal bach after a pair of nesting little blue penguins - or korora - took up residence beneath its floorboards. The Vile family, who are redeveloping a classic two-bedroom bach at Urenui Beach, are now patiently waiting for the chick to fledge. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin has been at Urenui.
2025-11-1403 minCheckpointNew Cancer Center lifechanging for Taranaki patientsThe opening of a $56 million Taranaki Cancer Centre in New Plymouth is being described as life changing for people living with the disease in the region, and for the professionals who care for them. About 300 patients a year have had to make the three-hour trek to Palmerston North for radiation treatment - lasting sometimes just minutes - but now 80 percent of radiation treatment will be done locally. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin was at the opening.
2025-11-0703 minCheckpointYoung Taranaki job hunters struggling to find workTwo young Taranaki job hunters have been out of work for months and relying on the benefit despite both having completed the Stratford Mayor's Taskforce for Jobs programme, as well as actively looking for jobs. Taranaki is top of the table when it comes to 15-24 year olds not in employment education or training. Ash Tolland and Isaac Murray spoke to Lisa Owen.
2025-10-2009 min
Midday ReportTaranaki locals take on tshirt design competitionTaranaki locals are being invited to demonstrate the identity, stories and spirit of the region in a t-shirt design to go with their slogan - Like No Other. Venture Taranaki's Rebecca Johnson spoke to Charlotte Cook.
2025-10-1502 min
Morning ReportHistoric Taranaki hotel on the marketA South Taranaki hotel dating back to the late 1800s is on the market. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin reports.
2025-10-1403 min
Aotearoa Adventures: The New Zealand Travel Podcast156: Taranaki Three Peaks Traverse and Supporting Families in the Outdoors with Jenn JulianJennifer Julian is an outdoor education teacher from Canada now based in Taranaki, raising two daughters aged three and five. With her experiences in mountaineering and LandSAR volunteering, Jenn shares about the Taranaki Three Peaks Traverse, a demanding mission linking Taranaki, Pouakai and Patuha. She reflects on completing this route after have children and the appeal of tough challenges. Alongside personal trips, Jenn founded Trails & Tots, a community to get local families outdoors - through resources, hiking groups and a gear library. She shares about barriers and benefits to getting outdoors and practical tips for tramping with kids.
2025-09-2644 min
Fairway TalksTaranaki Bulls - a chat with Josh JacombIn this episode of Fairway Talks, we sit down with Josh Jacomb, the 24-year-old rugby sensation lighting up the pitch for the Chiefs and Taranaki. From his record-breaking 30-point performance in Taranaki’s 2025 NPC thrashing of Auckland to his versatile play in Super Rugby, Josh shares insights on his rapid rise, balancing family life, and his ambitions with the All Blacks XV. Tune in for an inspiring chat with one of New Zealand rugby’s brightest stars!
2025-09-251h 52
The Saturday SessionTaranaki and All Black legend Dave Loveridge | The fondest memories playing for the amber and blackCarrying on with The Saturday Sessions “NPC Cult Hero’s” the boys caught up with Taranaki and All Black great Dave Loveridge. Dave tells some excellent stories from his playing days including his time playing in the Amber and Black for Taranaki and even sharing the field with Winston Peters in his early days for Auckland Uni. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-08-2321 min
The Law LadyHealthy Homes Standards Pt 2Angela Solomons from Taranaki Community Law presents this informative legal show. A new topic covered every fortnight with advice as to where you can go to get the best help you need. From 1 July all rental homes in NZ have to comply with the Healthy Homes Standards. Find out what these are, and who is responsible for making sure your home meets them. This episode is part two.
2025-08-1428 minThe Law LadySecret Recordings & The LawAngela Solomons from Taranaki Community Law presents this informative legal show. A new topic covered every fortnight with advice as to where you can go to get the best help you need.
2025-06-1828 minCheckpointPassengers trapped in fatal Taranaki capsizingA witness to Sunday's tragic capsizing in Taranaki, which claimed two lives, has said the small pleasure boat was side-on to breakers at the Patea bar before being swamped. Paul Mandela said the boat's skipper was thrown into the water while his passengers were trapped in the vessel. A six-year-old child is believed to be among those who lost their lives. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin has more.
2025-06-1604 minCheckpointTaranaki couple win bid to appeal compulsory land acquisitionThe Supreme Court will hear an appeal from a Taranaki farming couple who are fighting the compulsory acquisition of 11 hectares of their land for the Mt Messenger Bypass. But in its decision granting Tony and Debbie Pascoe leave to appeal, the country's highest court said the hearing will have a narrow focus. New Plymouth's mayor has denounced the move, which he says will add extra time and money to the already overblown project. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin reports.
2025-06-0903 minThe Law LadyWho's In Charge?Angela Solomons from Taranaki Community Law presents this informative legal show. A new topic covered every fortnight with advice as to where you can go to get the best help you need.
2025-06-0519 min
Country LifeVenture Taranaki 'Branching Out' across the regionMichelle Bauer from Venture Taranaki's Branching Out programme shares exciting new opportunities for Taranaki landowners to diversify their farming and growing operations.You can learn more about Venture Taranaki's Branching Out, here.You can also find our previous interview with organic dairy farmer Janet Fleming who's taking part in the trial, here.With thanks to:Michelle BauerGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
2025-05-3007 minThe Law LadyRequesting RecordsAngela Solomons from Taranaki Community Law presents this informative legal show. A new topic covered every fortnight with advice as to where you can go to get the best help you need.
2025-05-2228 min
The All Sport BreakfastJackson Ball: Taranaki Airs player on game against Hawkes BayThe Taranaki Airs play host to Hawke's Bay Hawks at TSB Stadium in their round three clash. Sky Broadband Rapid League tips off at 3pm. Sal's NBL game tips off at 4pm. Taranaki guard Jackson Ball joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to reflect on his impressive form on the big stage. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-03-2807 min
REXREX February 11th - Former MP Shane Ardern, Glen Herud from Happy Cow Milk and Taranaki/Manawatu FMG Young Farmer winner Jock BourkeOn today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with former Taranaki-King Country MP Shane Ardern about politics, dairy farming and having the fastest cowshed in the country... He talks with Glen Herud from Happy Cow Milk about moving back to Canterbury following his extended North Island sojourn, the developments to his 'factory in a box' pasteurisation and refrigeration plant and the pros and cons feeding palm kernel as a supplementary feed... And he talks with the winner of the Taranaki/Manawatu Young Farmer of the Year regional competition, Jock Bourke. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest...
2025-02-1041 minThe All Sport BreakfastJosh Jacomb: Taranaki First-Five player ahead of the quarter final match against WaikatoTaranaki are three wins away from securing the Ranfurly Shield and the National Provincial Championship title for the year. They host Waikato in New Plymouth in tonight's quarterfinal, following last week's Shield win over Tasman in Nelson. Adam Cooper catches up with Taranaki first-five Josh Jacomb ahead of their Quarter Final. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-10-1106 min
The Rugby RunNPC 2024 Taranaki Preview | Taranaki Coach Neil Barnes on Mornings with Ian Smith (5/8/24)Taranaki Coach Neil Barnes catches up with Smithy to talk Bunnings NPC 2024, squad selected, defending the title, opening the competition v Counties this Friday, preparations & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-08-0409 min
Unlocking Business PotentialEntrepreneur series with Design GarageThe third exciting guest joining us on our Entrepreneur Series is Casie Smith from Design Garage.
Design Garage is a branding and web design company, started by Casie in 2015 and grown from inside her garage at home to what it is today... 3 staff members creating unique and high quality brands for businesses all over Taranaki and New Zealand.
Tune into this weeks episode to hear Casie share her love for web developing, the ups and downs of business and her future goals and plans going forward.
To find out more about Casie and...
2024-05-0123 minUnlocking Business PotentialEntrepreneur Series with Celeste NgarewaThe first guest we are joined by on our Entrepreneur Series is Celeste Ngarewa, Real Estate agent for Harcourts Taranaki.
Celeste has been in the real estate industry for a few years now, after becoming qualified she dived in head first and has developed an awesome reputation through her passion and dedication to her work. Tune in to hear Celeste discuss her passion for the industry, her goals and some key advice she has for our listeners.
To find out more or to get in touch with Celeste, see the link below:
https...
2024-04-0318 min
This Climate BusinessNZ’s Biggest ever Windfarm - Giacomo Caleffi, Taranaki Offshore PartnershipIn June this year, a new piece of equipment was anchored 37km off the coast of Pātea in the South Taranaki Bight. Called the Floating Light Detecting and Ranging device, FLiDAR will measure wind speeds at heights of up to 300m as a well as waves and currents to provide data critical for assessing the feasibility of a proposed offshore wind farm. The Taranaki Offshore Partnership, if successful, will be the largest windfarm in NZ, producing 1GW or 10% of the country’s needs. That’s about the same as one large hydroelectric scheme. TOP is a Joint...
2023-10-1831 min
Tātai Aho Rau Core EducationLEARNZ Volcanoes podcast TaranakiThe following questions are answered by volcano eperts:
1. Shane, tell us a bit more about your work with regarding resilience to a possible Taranaki eruption.
2. Nathan, Lena, Shane, what are some special moments in your jobs studying volcanoes that really stand out?
3. What would be the impact on us in coastal Taranaki (Okato) of a Taranaki eruption?
4. In an eruption, would all the bridges be destroyed by lahars and would we be cut off in Okato?
5. Have our evacuation points been identified for Okato?
6. The shape of our mountain is iconic. Would its shape be changed by an eruption?
7. Were...
2023-04-1828 min
People Inspired By Purpose - Purposely Podcast#115 How to channel positivity to do good, Josh Hickford CEO of Taranaki FoundationJosh Hickford joins Purposely to share his story from chartered accountant to app creating cancer survivor and foundation leader.
Taranaki, where Josh was born, is on the western side of New Zealand’s North Island. Set on the coast, it has a strong farming industry alongside a talented creative fraternity with its fair share of artists and galleries. Its people are generous and community minded and inspired by the work of a worldwide network of community foundations, the founding trustees wanted to create an endowment for the region and boost charitable giving locally.
Established in 2016 as...
2022-12-0535 minUnlocking Business PotentialGoing into business with family and friendsHave you ever thought about going into business with friends or family?
Today we have Ryan Stockman, Advisory Principal here at BDO Taranaki, joining Mel & Kel to discuss the benefits of going into business with family or friends and also techniques to help you avoid the potential cons.
2022-10-1927 min
1News NZFrom Egmont to Taranaki - Chapter 7This is a personal story of Pākehā me. Who didn’t know what I didn’t know, until I began discovering it. It’s part roadie, with my late, beautiful best friend, Tim. It’s part eyes opening and ears listening. It’s part expression of regret and shame and gratitude.This is this chapter 7 of John Campbell's long-read for his essay 'From Egmont to Taranaki'.
2022-09-2115 min
1News NZFrom Egmont to Taranaki - Chapter 6This is a personal story of Pākehā me. Who didn’t know what I didn’t know, until I began discovering it. It’s part roadie, with my late, beautiful best friend, Tim. It’s part eyes opening and ears listening. It’s part expression of regret and shame and gratitude.This is this chapter 6 of John Campbell's long-read for his essay 'From Egmont to Taranaki'.
2022-09-2102 min
1News NZFrom Egmont to Taranaki - Chapter 5This is a personal story of Pākehā me. Who didn’t know what I didn’t know, until I began discovering it. It’s part roadie, with my late, beautiful best friend, Tim. It’s part eyes opening and ears listening. It’s part expression of regret and shame and gratitude.This is this chapter 5 of John Campbell's long-read for his essay 'From Egmont to Taranaki'.
2022-09-2106 min
1News NZFrom Egmont to Taranaki - Chapter 4This is a personal story of Pākehā me. Who didn’t know what I didn’t know, until I began discovering it. It’s part roadie, with my late, beautiful best friend, Tim. It’s part eyes opening and ears listening. It’s part expression of regret and shame and gratitude.This is this chapter 4 of John Campbell's long-read for his essay 'From Egmont to Taranaki'.
2022-09-2101 min
1News NZFrom Egmont to Taranaki - Chapter 3This is a personal story of Pākehā me. Who didn’t know what I didn’t know, until I began discovering it. It’s part roadie, with my late, beautiful best friend, Tim. It’s part eyes opening and ears listening. It’s part expression of regret and shame and gratitude.This is this chapter 3 of John Campbell's long-read for his essay 'From Egmont to Taranaki'.
2022-09-2104 min
1News NZFrom Egmont to Taranaki - Chapter 2This is a personal story of Pākehā me. Who didn’t know what I didn’t know, until I began discovering it. It’s part roadie, with my late, beautiful best friend, Tim. It’s part eyes opening and ears listening. It’s part expression of regret and shame and gratitude.This is chapter 2 of John Campbell's long-read for his essay 'From Egmont to Taranaki'.
2022-09-2107 min
1News NZFrom Egmont to Taranaki - Chapter 1This is a personal story of Pākehā me. Who didn’t know what I didn’t know, until I began discovering it. It’s part roadie, with my late, beautiful best friend, Tim. It’s part eyes opening and ears listening. It’s part expression of regret and shame and gratitude.This is this chapter 1 of John Campbell's long-read for his essay 'From Egmont to Taranaki'.
2022-09-2102 min
1News NZFrom Egmont to Taranaki - Long ReadThis is a personal story of Pākehā me. Who didn’t know what I didn’t know, until I began discovering it. It’s part roadie, with my late, beautiful best friend, Tim. It’s part eyes opening and ears listening. It’s part expression of regret and shame and gratitude.This is this the full recording of John Campbell's long-read for his essay 'From Egmont to Taranaki'.
2022-09-2135 min
Baskets Of KnowledgeEpisode 51 - Achieving Authenticity: From Taranaki to NCAA Division 1 Athletics with Maya IrvingToday we talk to Maya about her journey from growing up in Taranaki to running in America. She has had challenges along the way, but let the flow of running help her find herself, as well as achieving authenticity.
2022-09-1854 minUnlocking Business PotentialEntrepreneur Series Ep5 - New Wave UltrasoundIn the fifth and final episode of our Entrepreneur Series series Mel & Kel are joined by Lou and Emma from New Wave Ultrasound. New Wave Ultrasound is a private ultrasound practice here in New Plymouth. Founded by the very passionate Lou and Emma, who identified a big shortage of ultrasound practices here in Taranaki, with both having to travel out of the region for scans during their pregnancies. The previously long wait times and limited services available in our region has meant New Wave Ultrasound has been kept very busy and very popular in our community. Be sure to...
2022-09-0718 minUnlocking Business PotentialLet's talk wellbeingThis week Mel & Kel are joined with Lisa Potter, our HR Manager, who shares her amazing knowledge around the broad topic of Wellbeing. Listen now to find out what you can be doing to improve wellbeing for yourself and your employees and a deep dive into what you could accidentally be falling into.
2022-08-2422 minUnlocking Business Potential10 money mistakes you make in your 20sIn this weeks episode Mel & Kel are joined with Annie Fleury, Marketing Coordinator at BDO Taranaki, to talk about 10 money mistakes you make in your 20s. Listen to hear our quickfire 10 mistakes often made on your 20s so that you, or someone you know, can make the most out of their money.
2022-07-2730 min
The Black Ferns ShowCherry Blyde on her role at Taranaki Rugby supporting her daughter at Commonwealth Games (25/07/22)Cheery Blyde joined the show to talk all aspects of rugby including her role with Taranaki Rugby and supporting her daughter and the Commonwealth Games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-07-2510 minUnlocking Business PotentialEntrepreneur Series Ep4 - Vinyl CountdownIn the fourth episode of our Entrepreneur Series series Mel & Kel are joined by Mark Thomas, owner and founder of Vinyl Countdown in New Plymouth. Mark started Vinyl Countdown in 2011 after working for multiple other Vinyl stores throughout his life. His passion for music started at a very young age and continues on today. Vinyl Countdown has grown tremendously since, selling not only vinyl's but CD's, DVD's, t-shirts, posters and merchandise. Listen to today's episode to hear about Mark, the history of Vinyl Countdown, his advice to other entrepreneurs and the struggles he has faced.
For all o...
2022-07-1322 min
Unlocking Business PotentialEntrepreneur Series Ep3 - Janes GalleryIn the third episode of our Entrepreneur Series series Mel & Kel are joined by our very own Jane Gadsby, owner of Janes Gallery. Janes Gallery is an iconic part of New Plymouth, being in the CBD for over 35 years. Jane and husband Ross have over 40 years of experience and have owned Janes Gallery for 20 years. Not only picture framing, they also feature a large selection of Taranaki artists in their Gallery displaying their work in original, photography, limited editions or prints. Listen now to find out more about the history of Janes Gallery and the recent relocation they have...
2022-06-2927 minUnlocking Business PotentialEntrepreneur Series Ep2 - Haus of DesignIn the second episode of our Entrepreneur Series series Mel & Kel are joined by Anna Major the owner and founder of Haus of Design. Anna has been designing and working in the Building Industry since 2014 and has experience in commercial and residential projects, ranging from hospitality to offices and homes. Anna's strong focus on designing with authentic materials, supporting suppliers with ethical and philanthropic practices, and using materials that that won't harm our environment are what makes Haus of Design stand out. Anna loves meeting and working with people, what she most enjoys about her work is seeing her c...
2022-06-1522 minUnlocking Business PotentialEntrepreneur series with VizlinkThis week will be the first episode in our Entrepreneur Series. In this series Mel & Kel will be joined by some talented entrepreneurs and will be showcasing some amazing businesses and journeys. To kick off the series Mel & Kel are joined by Gemma Adams, Founder and CEO of Vizlink. Gemma founded Vizlink after seeing an opportunity to improve communication on her and husband Terry's South Taranaki farm. Gemma has drawn from her skills and experience to create visual communication tools for farmers all around the country which aims to improve farm safety and productivity. Check out this episode to...
2022-06-0127 minUnlocking Business PotentialBudget 2022In today's episode Mel & Kel are giving you a full run down of the Governments 2022 Budget announcement. They will be covering five main topics throughout the episode; health & wellbeing, climate change, tax & economy, construction and finally how it will affect the small to medium businesses. Tune in to hear all of the key points from the Budget 2022 broken down and explained in detail.
2022-05-2031 minUnlocking Business PotentialMindsetsGet your mindset in check. Today Mel & Kel will be discussing just that, ways you can improve your mindset so that you can succeed in your business. The three mindsets chosen in todays podcast are discussed in depth to give you an idea of how you can get your mind in check. Listen now to hear how important these can be to you and your business.
2022-05-0419 min
Unlocking Business PotentialVideo marketingThis week Mel & Kel are joined by Andrea Bozzi, founder of Likuid Media, to talk through the importance of video marketing for businesses. If you are wondering how you can incorporate video into your businesses, listen in to Andreas 5 step video marketing strategy that he has expertly outlined so that you too can effectively integrate these skills into your business. Be sure to listen to the end to find a surprise giveaway, courtesy of Andrea.
To get in touch with Andrea and his team at Likuid Media, see the links below:
E: andrea@likuidmedia.com...
2022-04-2030 min
Unlocking Business PotentialAll things cryptocurrencyToday's episode of Unlocking Business Potential will be targeting the increasingly popular and mysterious topic of Cryptocurrency. Mel & Kel will be giving a breakdown of what Cryptocurrency is and who is using it before special guest Mark Lodder, Tax expert from our BDO Christchurch office, explains how Cryptocurrency is being taxed. Tune in for a very interesting episode that will provide you with some key insights before making these Crypto investments.
For more information on how Crypto is being taxed, read Marks full article through the link below:
https://www.bdo.nz/en-nz/insights/tax...
2022-04-0627 min
Unlocking Business PotentialInflation and minimum wageAs inflation hits a three-decade high here in New Zealand, you may be wondering what has caused your grocery bill to skyrocket. In this week's episode Mel & Kel will be answering all of your topical questions around inflation. They will be joined by Managing Principal here at BDO Taranaki, Steve Waite, who will offer his high level of expertise and knowledge to give you all the ins and outs of inflation.
2022-03-2321 min
Chiefs Mana'Chiefs Mana': Taranaki Bulls coach Neil Barnes (15/03/22)Taranaki Bulls coach and former Chiefs assistant Neil Barnes joined the show to talk all things Chiefs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-03-1510 min
Unlocking Business PotentialFinancial Year endThe end of the financial year is just around the corner so it is time to start thinking about what steps you can take to maximise the opportunities that you and your business are entitled to. On this weeks episode of Unlocking Business Potential, Mel & Kel will be discussing some essential pointers that will get you ready for the year end.
For further reading on end of year tax reminders, click the link below:
https://www.bdo.nz/en-nz/insights/tax/year-end-tax-reminders-2022
2022-03-0921 min
Unlocking Business PotentialA guide to personal budgetingOn this weeks episode Mel & Kel are joined with Jayden Timmins to talk through personal budgeting. Personal budgeting is a very important skill to have down packed, no matter how big or small you are. So listen in and get some awesome tips and tricks in this week's episode!
2022-02-2324 min
Unlocking Business PotentialIntegrating technology into your businessWhy is it so important to get technology right in your business? In this episode Mel & Kel will be discussing how staying up to date with technology can bring different wins to you and your business.
2022-02-0922 min
Unlocking Business PotentialHarnessing social media in your businessHarnessing social media in your business is quickly becoming a non negotiable for those building businesses to stand the test of time..
Today Mel & Kel welcome to the podcast Olena Williams, owner and operator of social media management company Olena Williams Media, as we chat through how to connect with customers through social media and how to not become the dreaded dinosaur.
https://www.olenawilliamsmedia.com/
https://www.instagram.com/olenawilliamsmedia/
https://www.facebook.com/olenawilliamsmedia/
2022-01-2529 min
NZ Ahead Podcast007- Living in Taranaki, New Zealand. 8 (Brutally Honest) Pros & ConsConnect with Liz, Brian & Other Fabulous Individulas by Joining our Private NZ Ahead Membership!
Are you Considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like? Do You LOVE New Zealand & dream of moving here one day?
Sign up HERE, and I will send you my FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand Guide. A 5 Part Video Series!
At the end of the series, you will be offered details of how to become part of our inspiring and growing private New Zealand Calling community.
2022-01-1051 min
Holiday BreakfastPhil Nixon on whirlwind year of growth for TaranakiCovid hasn't stopped Taranaki's housing market booming this year. South Taranaki mayor Phil Nixon says in a whirlwind year, growth in the area has been a highlight. Housing demand has been so high, developers have brought forward the next stage of site sales for a new residential community – known as Longview – by five months. South Taranaki mayor Phil Nixon told Tim Dower it's been fantastic. “We’ve had unprecedented number of subdivisions, new houses, our business park is going very well, and all this has led to the fact that we’ve actually been ranked as having one of the fas...
2021-12-2905 min
Unlocking Business PotentialNew Year business resolutionsNew year, new you! But maybe this year it might be a great idea to focus your resolutions towards your business success.
Join Mel & Kel as they take you through creating strategies for goal setting and throw some questions out to you that you might not have thought of before.
2021-12-2221 min
Unlocking Business PotentialWork life balanceAt this time of year with the festive season upon us its a great moment to reflect on how you are balancing work and life.
Join Mel & Kel as they take you through some techniques for putting down the work to focus on yourself as well as how you can provide this balance to your staff.
2021-12-2222 min
Unlocking Business PotentialYour social licenseBuilding and maintaining your social license takes work but is key to building a resilient business.
Today Kelsey has the pleasure of being joined by Penny Clark-Hall owner of social license consulting as we chat through the concepts of your business social license.
https://www.sociallicence.co.nz/
https://www.facebook.com/sociallicenceconsulting
2021-12-1416 min
Unlocking Business PotentialKiwisaver explainedKiwisaver can sometimes seem extremely complicated, but we are here to help.
This episode Mel & Kel welcome to the podcast Shelley Voullaire from Craigs Investment Partners with a wealth of Kiwisaver knowledge.
2021-11-3022 min
It's a Drama PodcastLiving in Taranaki, New Zealand. 8 (Brutally Honest) Pros & ConsIn 2017, Taranaki, New Zealand was voted by The Lonely Planet as being the 2nd best region in the world to visit. Wow. That's a pretty big label—a lot to live up to. My family and I have lived in this region for twelve years and now consider ourselves Naki locals. As you can imagine, New Zealand has a lot of pros and cons and Taranaki is no different. Join Brian and I talk as we talk about what Taranaki is REALLY like, Enjoy! Would You Like To Join Our Pr...
2021-11-2250 min
Unlocking Business PotentialHaving a business planHaving a business plan, one of the key things you should be setting time aside to do to help your business.
Join Mel & Kel as they take you through the business planning process and rational.
2021-11-1727 min
Unlocking Business PotentialHR and all things employeesEmployees, one of the most important resources in your business.
Join Mel & Kel with special guest Lisa Potter as we discuss the right times to start employing, key things to think of when hiring new employees and how to be a star employer.
Resources from the episode:
Employment agreement builder https://eab.business.govt.nz/employmentagreementbuilder/startscreen/
Apprenticeship boost https://www.workandincome.govt.nz/employers/subsidies-training-and-other-help/apprenticeship-boost/index.html
2021-11-0214 min
Unlocking Business PotentialInsights into the construction sectorThis one is for the tradies!
Join Mel and Kel with special guest James MacQueen as they give you an update on where the construction sector is heading a key tips for those starting out in business within the industry
If you have any questions or have an idea for a future topic please get in touch melandkel@bdo.co.nz
2021-10-2026 min
Unlocking Business PotentialThe lowdown on ACCACC is a key consideration for all business owners big and small, join Mel & Kel with their special guest Liam Nelson as they give you the lowdown on ACC and its application within your business.
2021-10-0620 min
Unlocking Business PotentialBuilding better budgets - annual budgetHaving a plan is key in helping you achieve your business goals. Join Mel & Kel as they cover off the importance of your annual budget.
2021-09-2217 min
Unlocking Business PotentialWhat to expect from your adviserJoin Mel & Kel as they kick off Unlocking Business Potential by breaking down the role your advisor plays in your business journey and how to make sure you're getting the right information from them.
Email - melandkel@bdo.co.nz
2021-09-0317 min
Unlocking Business PotentialWhy you’re not seeing resultsJoin Mel & Kel and special guest Ryan Stockman as they look into reasons why your working harder in your business and not seeing results. In our tech segment, we look at how you can use technology to make your day-to-day admin tasks easier so that you can work smarter not harder.
Email - melandkel@bdo.co.nz
2021-09-0321 min
Unlocking Business PotentialDoing business in a Covid worldJoin Mel & Kel as they delve deep into all things Covid, from where to get information, to subsidies and a look into how to prepare your business for going forward.
Link from the episode:
BDO Covid-19 Business Support Hub https://www.bdo.nz/en-nz/covid-19, here you will find articles on all of the subsidies and other key insights into business continuity and planning plus much more.
Email: melandkel@bdo.co.nz
2021-09-0321 min
Unlocking Business PotentialTrailerJoin Mel & Kel as they introduce themselves and give you a rundown on what to expect from Unlocking Business Potential
Email - melandkel@bdo.co.nz
2021-08-3003 min
A Maverick Traveller: The Podcasts of Mary Jane WalkerAround Mount Taranaki by the Southern SideThe Taranaki (NZ) Around the Mountain Circuit turned into an epic for me!
I only got halfway before falling into a ravine on the way north and injuring myself, so the northern side will have to be written up some other time. But meanwhile, here are some thoughts on doing the southern side. Which is what you miss out if, like a lot of people, you only tramp around the northern side of the mountain, handy to New Plymouth, where the popular Pouakai Track and (Northern) Summit Route are located.
I decided to go up...
2021-06-0808 min
A Maverick Traveller: The Podcasts of Mary Jane WalkerThe Talents of TaranakiWhat else can I say about this wonderful region?
IN the last two posts I’ve dwelt on the history of Taranaki, New Zealand. and the region’s famous mountain. But what of its other attractions? In this post I’ll write about those, and then finish by taking my leave on the Forgotten World Highway.
(Featured image credit: New Plymouth looking towards Ōakura, the central part of a panorama on the Photo Gallery of VisitNewPlymouth.)
2021-05-3114 min
Best SiiideThe Taranaki Retreat - Jamie Allen & Chris**How often have you just wished you could pause life for a second to get your shit together?TRIGGER WARNINGS: CONVERSATIONS AROUND SUICIDE, DEPRESSION, MENTAL HEALTH AND BEREAVEMENTThe Taranaki Retreat is a sanctuary for many and a safe haven for more many more. A small piece of paradise within Taranaki offering respite and the chance for people to get away from the pressures of life and go within themselves so they can arm themselves with the tools to then face the world with all its variables.Jamie Allen - Father, husband and...
2021-05-261h 02
Marine Tech TalkEpisode 17: Investigating Regions of Freshwater Influence in the Taranaki Bight, New Zealand with a Slocum GliderIn this fall series of podcasts, we introduce some of the winners and general entrants from the 2020 Teledyne Marine Photo Contest. Teledyne’s annual Photo/ Data Contest concluded with over 80 qualified submissions that helped the company donate over $1200 to Save the Children as part of a charitable giving campaign. In this episode we meet Fiona Elliott, a past oceanographic engineer at the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) in New Zealand. Fiona’s contest submission was a photo of a Slocum glider deployment, investigating regions of freshwater influence in the Taranaki Bight in New Zealand...
2020-10-2610 min
The Leg UpMatamata Cup / Taranaki BreedersThe team break down all the action from last Saturday before having a look at tomorrow's action from Matamata and Taranaki and preview a couple of the big races from across the Tasman.
2020-10-0949 min
Education for social change#12 Chris Edwards on building Green School TaranakiIn this episode, I interview Chris Edwards, the CEO of Green School Taranaki in New Zealand. Before starting this school in early 2020, Chris was head of the United World College of South East Asia (UWCSEA), one of the largest international schools in the world; now he is building a much smaller school that is all about building a learning community in which much learning takes place outdoors and across subject boundaries.
In the interview, Chris recommends Planet of the Humans - a film that is freely available online and definitely worth watching. He also mentions the Mastery...
2020-06-241h 04
Australian Hunting PodcastAHP #218 - Graeme Bishop Of Taranaki Long Range ShootingTaranaki long range shooter and hunter Graeme Bishop joins AHP to talk about long range shooting and hunting, his tops tips for long range shooting, gear and equipment, first or second focal plane scopes, and why he enjoys shooting and hunting at longer ranges.
2020-05-061h 46
Kiwi Talkz#38 - Prof. Iain White Interview (Environmental Planning, Auckland, Hazards, Housing, Insurance, Mt Taranaki Erupting etc.)Professor Iain White is a lecturer at the University Of Waikato who specializes in Environmental Planning
SOCIAL MEDIA
Twitter - @Iain White
TIMESTAMPS
00:19 - Prof. Iain White Being Busy
00:57 - What Is Environmental Planning And How It Works
04:10 - NZ Suffers From Poor Planning Years Ago
05:12 - Spacial Planning/Problems With Auckland
06:13 - How Data Is Collected For “Most Liveable Cities” Survey
08:41 - Speaking To Local & Central Government
09:15 - How To Get Funding To Collect Eviden...
2020-03-051h 18
InsightBeyond gas and oil: Can alternative energy save Taranaki?Taranaki is wrestling with it's economic future after the government banned new offshore oil exploration. Robin Martin asks if alternative fuels could be the region's saviour.
2019-06-0127 min
NZ Radio Training School“Tae paakoro mai” - unique idioms of Ngā Rauru, Whanganui & TaranakiKīwaha? What is it and why is it so important to the survival of the Māori language? Professor Wharehuia Milroy describes kīwaha as a unique language expression derived from the personal learning experience of the author during an event. It may make no sense to anyone else but the author, their immediate family, or people. Kīwaha can be termed as an informal language tool, slang or idiom that expresses the emotional state of a speaker.
In support of the revitalisation of the Māori language, we have selected 10 kīwaha from Ngā Rauru, Whanganui and Taranaki. These a...
2019-05-2401 min
NZ Radio Training School“Rāoa i te ngārara” - unique idioms of Ngā Rauru, Whanganui & TaranakiWhat is it and why is it so important to the survival of the Māori language? Professor Wharehuia Milroy describes kīwaha as a unique language expression derived from the personal learning experience of the author during an event. It may make no sense to any-one else but the author, their immediate family, or people. Kīwaha can be termed as an informal language tool, slang or idiom that expresses the emotional state of a speaker.
In support of the revitalisation of the Māori language, we have selected 10 kīwaha from Ngā Rauru, Whanganui and Taranaki. These are all pr...
2019-05-2401 min
NZ Radio Training School“Ananaka, ananaaka” - unique idioms of Ngā Rauru, Whanganui & TaranakiKīwaha? What is it and why is it so important to the survival of the Māori language? Pro-fessor Wharehuia Milroy describes kīwaha as a unique language expression derived from the personal learning experience of the author during an event. It may make no sense to anyone else but the author, their immediate family, or people. Kīwaha can be termed as an informal language tool, slang or idiom that expresses the emotional state of a speaker.
In support of the revitalisation of the Māori language, we have selected 10 kīwaha from Ngā Rauru, Whanganui and Taranaki. These a...
2019-05-2401 min
NZ Radio Training School“Iti nei iti nei” - unique idioms of Ngā Rauru, Whanganui & TaranakiKīwaha? What is it and why is it so important to the survival of the Māori language? Professor Wharehuia Milroy describes kīwaha as a unique language expression derived from the personal learning experience of the author during an event. It may make no sense to anyone else but the author, their immediate family, or people.
Kīwaha can be termed as an informal language tool, slang or idiom that expresses the emotional state of a speaker.
In support of the revitalisation of the Māori language, we have selected 10 kīwaha from Ngā Rauru, Whanganui and Taranaki. These a...
2019-05-2401 min
NZ Radio Training School“Ka mutu pea!” - unique idioms of Ngā Rauru, Whanganui & TaranakiKīwaha? What is it and why is it so important to the survival of the Māori language? Professor Wharehuia Milroy describes kīwaha as a unique language expression derived from the personal learning experience of the author during an event. It may make no sense to anyone else but the author, their immediate family, or people. Kīwaha can be termed as an informal language tool, slang or idiom that expresses the emotional state of a speaker.
In support of the revitalisation of the Māori language, we have selected 10 kīwaha from Ngā Rauru, Whanganui and Taranaki. These a...
2019-05-2401 min
NZ Radio Training School“Ko te ia tēnei” - unique idioms of Ngā Rauru, Whanganui & TaranakiKīwaha? What is it and why is it so important to the survival of the Māori language? Professor Wharehuia Milroy describes kīwaha as a unique language expression derived from the personal learning experience of the author during an event. It may make no sense to anyone else but the author, their immediate family, or people. Kīwaha can be termed as an informal language tool, slang or idiom that expresses the emotional state of a speaker.
In support of the revitalisation of the Māori language, we have selected 10 kīwaha from Ngā Rauru, Whanganui and Taranaki. These a...
2019-05-2401 min
NZ Radio Training School“Aua” - unique idioms of Ngā Rauru, Whanganui & TaranakiKīwaha? What is it and why is it so important to the survival of the Māori language? Pro-fessor Wharehuia Milroy describes kīwaha as a unique language expression derived from the personal learning experience of the author during an event. It may make no sense to anyone else but the author, their immediate family, or people. Kīwaha can be termed as an informal language tool, slang or idiom that expresses the emotional state of a speaker.
In support of the revitalisation of the Māori language, we have selected 10 kīwaha from Ngā Rauru, Whanganui and Taranaki. These a...
2019-05-2402 min
NZ Radio Training School“Āna” - unique idioms of Ngā Rauru, Whanganui & TaranakiKīwaha? What is it and why is it so important to the survival of the Māori language? Pro-fessor Wharehuia Milroy describes kīwaha as a unique language expression derived from the personal learning experience of the author during an event. It may make no sense to anyone else but the author, their immediate family, or people. Kīwaha can be termed as an informal language tool, slang or idiom that expresses the emotional state of a speaker.
In support of the revitalisation of the Māori language, we have selected 10 kīwaha from Ngā Rauru, Whanganui and Taranaki. These a...
2019-05-2401 min
NZ Radio Training School“Piripoho, piriraho” - unique idioms of Ngā Rauru, Whanganui & TaranakiKīwaha? What is it and why is it so important to the survival of the Māori language? Professor Wharehuia Milroy describes kīwaha as a unique language expression derived from the personal learning experience of the author during an event. It may make no sense to anyone else but the author, their immediate family, or people. Kīwaha can be termed as an informal language tool, slang or idiom that expresses the emotional state of a speaker.
In support of the revitalisation of the Māori language, we have selected 10 kīwaha from Ngā Rauru, Whanganui and Taranaki. These a...
2019-05-2401 min
NZ Radio Training SchoolKo ōku taringa kē i kite, ko ōku karu kē i rongo - unique idioms of Ngā Rauru, Whanganui & TaranakiKīwaha? What is it and why is it so important to the survival of the Māori language? Professor Wharehuia Milroy describes kīwaha as a unique language expression derived from the personal learning experience of the author during an event. It may make no sense to anyone else but the author, their immediate family, or people. Kīwaha can be termed as an informal language tool, slang or idiom that expresses the emotional state of a speaker.
In support of the revitalisation of the Māori language, we have selected 10 kīwaha from Ngā Rauru, Whanganui and Taranaki. These a...
2019-05-2401 min
It's Your Girl MORGANA!Taranaki VS NakiA deeper listening into why I believe businesses should NOT use the name "Naki" as a representative of Taranaki... It hurts my eyeballs and my eardrums and here's why...
2018-05-0906 min
Get the newsTaranaki Pioneer Village: Interview with Geoff GriersonAmerican Broadcast Journalist Victoria Gaither visits the Taranaki Pioneer Village and talks with Board member, Geoff Grierson, about the village and what visitors can expect when they stop off at this New Zealand gem along State highway through Stratford. To learn more about the village visit their website http://www.pioneervillage.co.nz/
2018-02-2310 min
Get the newsTaranaki Pioneer Village ‘On the Road’ Stu & VicListen to New Zealand Broadcaster, Stu Frith and American Journalist, Victoria Gaither, as they talk about their experience at Taranaki's Pioneer Village. The village takes you back to New Zealand of the 1900's, it consists of 14 building from Police Station, Hospital, Train station, Court Building, Press and more to show you what the area looked like back in the day. The museum is along the State Highway 3 heading towards New Plymouth, its a must stop and see. On the day of ICRadio filming at the village, a wedding is taking place. It's a popular venue for not only weddings but...
2018-02-0405 min
Get the newsTaranaki Radio Control Car Club: New Plymouth, NZAmerican Journalist, Victoria Gaither, visited the Taranaki Radio Control Car Club on a Saturday as the club held a day of racing, working on cars and conversations. Hear what members had to say about the day. The Taranaki Radio Control Car Club Inc. has been in existence since 1978, and consists of a friendly and enthusiastic group, ranging in age from 6 to 60, who all have one thing in common; they love racing Radio Control Cars. Follow them on Facebook
2017-11-2109 min
Te Ahi KaaKelvin Day on the Taranaki Wars.Kelvin Day talks about early commemorations of the Taranaki Wars.
2017-11-0531 min
Access Granted NZTechWeek New Plymouth – Cow-orking in TaranakiInto the mighty Taranaki, or "Taradise" as Adrian called it :)We were invited by Graham Nelson and Jacqui Elley to visit the Manifold co-working space in New Plymouth and, it is a gorgeous working arena into which a number of Taranaki start-ups are beavering away at changing the world.------------------------------------------------------We share New Zealand tech, social media, startup people's stories. If you have a story or know someone that does - get in touch!Mike’s (@MiramarMike) background is explaining stuff, connecting people and getting things done. Raj’s (@nzRaj) background is in vide...
2017-05-111h 15InsightInsight: Is Taranaki Coming to Terms with Its Colonial Past?Robin Martin explores if tensions over Taranaki's history are on the way to being resolved.
2017-04-0628 min
Talking Better Business with Craig OliverPaul Quicke & Jolene Stockman Quicke of Giggle Taranaki – Winner of Taranaki Emerging Business 2016 on the passion, drive, and commitment behind the accelerated growth of their business.Today I talk to Paul & Jolene from Giggle Taranaki. This husband & wife team started their business years ago while still doing their “Day Jobs’. This is the story of their rapid growth and the learnings they have had during this time. One of the standout things you get from talking to Paul & Jolene is their unwavering and all encompassing passion for their business. What also stands out is their commitment as Husband & Wife Team to having a joint vision and the success of their business, and how they have managed to bring this to fruition while still mana...
2017-01-1800 min