The Government's had its lowest Ipsos survey rating since 2017, as they were slapped with a 4.2 out of 10 by Kiwis. 

The top concerns were healthcare, hospitals, the economy, housing, and crime. 

Senior Political Correspondent Barry Soper talks to Ryan Bridge about the results, building consent delays, and Wellington councils portaloo tax issue. 

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The Government's had its lowest Ipsos survey rating since 2017, as they were slapped with a 4.2 out of 10 by Kiwis.&nbsp;
The top concerns were healthcare, hospitals, the economy, housing, and crime.&nbsp;
Senior Political Correspondent Barry Soper talks to Ryan Bridge about the results, building consent delays, and Wellington councils portaloo tax issue.&nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE.&nbsp;

With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on Ipsos survey results, building consent delays, and Wellington's portaloo issue (1)

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The UK Prime Minister was warned of the risk of appointing Lord Mandelson as US ambassador, given his ties with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Documents released by the UK Government include advice warning Sir Keir Starmer the relationship continued after Epstein's conviction.

UK correspondent Enda Brady says this will create extra political pressure for Starmer, especially following the recent local elections. 

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The UK Prime Minister was warned of the risk of appointing Lord Mandelson as US ambassador, given his ties with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Documents released by the UK Government include advice warning Sir Keir Starmer the relationship continued after Epstein's conviction.
UK correspondent Enda Brady says this will create extra political pressure for Starmer, especially following the recent local elections.&nbsp;
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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the UK Government releasing files related to Lord Mandelson's appointment

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There's growing concerns about the economic impact of the conflict in the Middle East.

Flurries of missiles are still crossing borders and the BBC reports Israel's launched more strikes on Lebanon.

UAE officials are responding to Iranian missile threats and Qatar has intercepted several drones. 

Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie explained further.

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There's growing concerns about the economic impact of the conflict in the Middle East.
Flurries of missiles are still crossing borders and the BBC reports Israel's launched more strikes on Lebanon.
UAE officials are responding to Iranian missile threats and Qatar has intercepted several drones.&nbsp;
Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie explained further.
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Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the economic impacts from the Middle East crisis

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Karn Dhaliwal was the New Zealand recipient of the Zanda McDonald Award, and it's a big honour in the rural world.

Dhaliwal built a diverse horticultural and cropping business and is recognised for his entrepreneurial approach to growing, leadership within the vegetable industry.

The Country's Jamie Mackay explained further.

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Karn Dhaliwal was the New Zealand recipient of the Zanda McDonald Award, and it's a big honour in the rural world.
Dhaliwal built a diverse horticultural and cropping business and is recognised for his entrepreneurial approach to growing, leadership within the vegetable industry.
The Country's Jamie Mackay explained further.
LISTEN ABOVE

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the NZ Zanda McDonald Award winners

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Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on Ipsos survey results, building consent delays, and Wellington's portaloo issue (1)

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