Israel looks set to proceed with its ground offensive on Rafah in southern Gaza, despite a lack of support from western allies.

Correspondent Gavin Grey told Mike Hosking the US wants Israel to come up with a plan for protecting the safety of the civilian population, before the military advance begins.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters says our government is "extremely concerned" about the potential humanitarian consequences.



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Israel looks set to proceed with its ground offensive on Rafah in southern Gaza, despite a lack of support from western allies.
Correspondent Gavin Grey told Mike Hosking the US wants Israel to come up with a plan for protecting the safety of the civilian population, before the military advance begins.
Foreign Minister Winston Peters says our government is "extremely concerned" about the potential humanitarian consequences.
 
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A fresh and intelligent start to your day - catch the very latest international and domestic news developments, sport, entertainment and business on Early Edition with Ryan Bridge, on Newstalk ZB.

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Israel Set To Proceed With Ground Offensive On Rafah

It’s a big weekend for the All Blacks as they’re set to face South Africa at one of the toughest rugby venues.

They’re playing the Springboks in the Rugby Championship early Sunday morning.

Former Springbok and Rugby Commentator Kevin Putt told Ryan Bridge that the All Blacks will be walking into a really confrontational, hostile place, but that’s the reason they play the game.

He said there’s a reason someone like Sam Cane was brought back, as that experience of playing there with success will be key.

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It’s a big weekend for the All Blacks as they’re set to face South Africa at one of the toughest rugby venues. 
They’re playing the Springboks in the Rugby Championship early Sunday morning. 
Former Springbok and Rugby Commentator Kevin Putt told Ryan Bridge that the All Blacks will be walking into a really confrontational, hostile place, but that’s the reason they play the game. 
He said there’s a reason someone like Sam Cane was brought back, as that experience of playing there with success will be key. 
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Kevin Putt: Former Spring Bok and Rugby Commentator previews the All Blacks v South Africa

Roading advocates say a sudden shift to widespread user charges would be relatively straightforward. 

Petrol cars could be hit with road user charges from 2027 under the Government's Revenue Action Plan. 

It's also exploring tolling for all new roads, including the Roads of National Significance. 

Auckland's Rodney Local Board member and roading campaigner Geoff Upson told Ryan Bridge it's a tried and true system used by diesel and electric vehicles. 

He says no matter the engine size, drivers will be paying per kilometre driven.

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Roading advocates say a sudden shift to widespread user charges would be relatively straightforward. 
Petrol cars could be hit with road user charges from 2027 under the Government's Revenue Action Plan.  
It's also exploring tolling for all new roads, including the Roads of National Significance.  
Auckland's Rodney Local Board member and roading campaigner Geoff Upson told Ryan Bridge it's a tried and true system used by diesel and electric vehicles.  
He says no matter the engine size, drivers will be paying per kilometre driven. 
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Geoff Upson: Rodney Local Board member and roading campaigner on the potential introduction of widespread road user charges

Hawke's Bay Regional Council is rethinking its policies after facing backlash for allowing patched gang members into a meeting. 

Images were posted online with the patched members after the council voted to retain Māori wards. 

Ministers David Seymour and Simeon Brown are frustrated it isn't the forcing the new patch ban. 

The council's chair, Hinewai Ormsby, told Ryan Bridge it was the first time something like this happened in its chambers. 

She says a gang patch policy hasn't been in place, but one is needed now.

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Hawke's Bay Regional Council is rethinking its policies after facing backlash for allowing patched gang members into a meeting.  
Images were posted online with the patched members after the council voted to retain Māori wards.  
Ministers David Seymour and Simeon Brown are frustrated it isn't the forcing the new patch ban.  
The council's chair, Hinewai Ormsby, told Ryan Bridge it was the first time something like this happened in its chambers.  
She says a gang patch policy hasn't been in place, but one is needed now. 
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Israel Set To Proceed With Ground Offensive On Rafah

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