GST was first intoduced in New Zealand 40 years ago today as a key part of the economic reforms of the fourth Labour government.

Marcus and listeners discussed the tax along with people who stop watches, called 'sliders', and dead people visiting you in your dreams. 

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GST was first intoduced in New Zealand 40 years ago today as a key part of the economic reforms of the fourth Labour government.
Marcus and listeners discussed the tax along with people who stop watches, called 'sliders', and dead people visiting you in your dreams.&nbsp;
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Marcus Lush engages Kiwis from all walks of life, discussing the issues that matter most on Newstalk ZB.

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God Save Timaru (October 1 2026)

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New Zealand has been dubbed the world's second friendliest place, after Costa Rica, so listeners called in to chat about the moments of kindness they have experienced. 

And Taste listed lemonade scones as the best air fryer snack recipe, so listeners shared their best scone memories and recipes. 

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New Zealand has been dubbed the world's second friendliest place, after Costa Rica, so listeners called in to chat about the moments of kindness they have experienced.&nbsp;
And Taste listed lemonade scones as the best air fryer snack recipe, so listeners shared their best scone memories and recipes.&nbsp;
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Cheeses come and go (8 September 2026)

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It was a bit of everything this wild Wednesday on Marcus Lush Nights as listeners called in to chat about everything from bran muffins to can openers, 'perv glasses' to the best duets, and garlic hacks to leatherman.

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It was a bit of everything this wild Wednesday on Marcus Lush Nights as listeners called in to chat about everything from bran muffins to can openers, 'perv glasses' to the best duets, and garlic hacks to leatherman.
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We will keep it loose tonight (8 October 2026)

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TVNZ's Leaders Debate sparked a night of converstaion on Marcus Lush Nights as listeners discussed who they thought won the debate, and if they even watch debates anymore. 

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TVNZ's Leaders Debate sparked a night of converstaion on Marcus Lush Nights as listeners discussed who they thought won the debate, and if they even watch debates anymore.&nbsp;
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You wouldn't be a swinger, would you? (6 October 2026)

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God Save Timaru (October 1 2026)

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