Copper prices have surged this year by 25 percent, according to new data.

Copper has a broad level of demand, with plenty of industries relying on this commodity.

Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie explains how copper can be a barometer of the human economy.

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Copper prices have surged this year by 25 percent, according to new data.
Copper has a broad level of demand, with plenty of industries relying on this commodity.
Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie explains how copper can be a barometer of the human economy.
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Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on copper prices jumping up 25 percent

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 14 June 2024, the Government has committed to completely overhauling our gun laws. Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee tells Heather what she wants to change.

Health NZ's Chief People Officer explains why a hiring freeze across his organisation is needed to save money urgently - and why it won't affect your healthcare. 

The Huddle debates who should win in this weekend's Super Rugby Playoffs. 

Plus the greatest hit of political memories... It's the 40th anniversary of Rob Muldoon's calling a snap - schnapps - election. Barry Soper remembers the night...

Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. 

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 14 June 2024, the Government has committed to completely overhauling our gun laws. <a href="https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/heather-du-plessis-allan-drive/audio/nicole-mckee-associate-justice-minister-on-governments-plan-to-change-gun-laws-by-2026/">Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee tells Heather what she wants to change.</a><a href="https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/heather-du-plessis-allan-drive/audio/nicole-mckee-associate-justice-minister-on-governments-plan-to-change-gun-laws-by-2026/"> </a>
<a href="https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/heather-du-plessis-allan-drive/audio/andrew-slater-health-new-zealand-chief-people-officer-on-recruitment-freeze-for-non-frontline-workers/">Health NZ's Chief People Officer explains why a hiring freeze across his organisation is needed to save money urgently - and why it won't affect your healthcare. </a>
<a href="https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/heather-du-plessis-allan-drive/audio/friday-sports-huddle-newstalk-zb-rugby-commentators-paul-allison-and-elliot-smith-on-black-caps/">The Huddle debates who should win in this weekend's Super Rugby Playoffs. </a>
<a href="https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/heather-du-plessis-allan-drive/audio/barry-soper-senior-political-correspondent-on-the-40th-anniversary-of-muldoon-snap-election/">Plus the greatest hit of political memories... It's the 40th anniversary of Rob Muldoon's calling a snap - schnapps - election. Barry Soper remembers the night...</a> 
Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. 
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Full Show Podcast: 14 June 2024

The European Union's top court has fined Hungary €200m ($400m NZD) for failing to follow asylum policies.

The court will also penalise Hungary €1m a day until it changes its policy.

UK Correspondent Gavin Grey told Heather du Plessis-Allan “Hungary is a big recipient of funds from the E.U.”

Grey said “The E.U is annoyed with Budapest as they’re in breach of a 220 judgement.”

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The European Union's top court has fined Hungary €200m ($400m NZD) for failing to follow asylum policies. 
The court will also penalise Hungary €1m a day until it changes its policy. 
UK Correspondent Gavin Grey told Heather du Plessis-Allan “Hungary is a big recipient of funds from the E.U.” 
Grey said “The E.U is annoyed with Budapest as they’re in breach of a 220 judgement.” 
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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on Hungary's fine from the European Union

New Zealanders could soon find it easier to travel to China after yesterday's bilateral meeting between Christopher Luxon and Li Qiang.

It was the first meeting of a New Zealand Prime Minister and Chinese Premier on New Zealand soil since 2017. 

Li Qiang has agreed to extend China's unilateral visa-free treatment to New Zealand, following similar agreements with other countries, and says his country also stands ready to offer infrastructure funding. 

Asia Business Correspondent Peter Lewis told Heather du Plessis Allan “The Chinese state media is focusing on the trade aspects – this is being presented as a trade visit.” 

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New Zealanders could soon find it easier to travel to China after yesterday's bilateral meeting between Christopher Luxon and Li Qiang. 
It was the first meeting of a New Zealand Prime Minister and Chinese Premier on New Zealand soil since 2017. 
Li Qiang has agreed to extend China's unilateral visa-free treatment to New Zealand, following similar agreements with other countries, and says his country also stands ready to offer infrastructure funding. 
Asia Business Correspondent Peter Lewis told Heather du Plessis Allan “The Chinese state media is focusing on the trade aspects – this is being presented as a trade visit.” 
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Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on copper prices jumping up 25 percent

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