An investigation's probing officials' integrity, over a now-axed $32-million-dollar project.

A report's found multiple failings in the advice from Immigration New Zealand - a branch of MBIE - on plans to upgrade border biometric capacity.

Minister Erica Stanford says staffers who raised concerns were moved off the project, and she was misled and creative accounting used to avoid scrutiny.

NZ Herald deputy political editor Adam Pearse joined the Afternoons team to explain further.

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An investigation's probing officials' integrity, over a now-axed $32-million-dollar project.
A report's found multiple failings in the advice from Immigration New Zealand - a branch of MBIE - on plans to upgrade border biometric capacity.
Minister Erica Stanford says staffers who raised concerns were moved off the project, and she was misled and creative accounting used to avoid scrutiny.
NZ Herald deputy political editor Adam Pearse joined the Afternoons team to explain further.
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We’re bringing you an exciting new era on Newstalk ZB with Matt Heath & Tyler Adams Afternoons.

With years of media and broadcast experience between them, this team brings a fresh and unique perspective to your weekdays.

Matt and Tyler dive into the latest news stories, share their opinions, and engage with their listeners weekdays on Newstalk ZB.

We’re bringing you an exciting new era on Newstalk ZB with Matt Heath &amp; Tyler Adams Afternoons.
With years of media and broadcast experience between them, this team brings a fresh and unique perspective to your weekdays.
Matt and Tyler dive into the latest news stories, share their opinions, and engage with their listeners weekdays on Newstalk ZB.

Matt Heath and Tyler Adams dive into the latest news stories, share their opinions, and engage with their listeners weekdays on Newstalk ZB.

Matt Heath & Tyler Adams Afternoons

Adam Pearse: NZ Herald deputy political editor on the investigations into the 'doomed' immigration project

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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 19th of June 2026 - If you are a fan of music or know who Rick Beato is, make sure you catch the last 20 minutes of this podcast.

First up - How combative is acceptable when it comes to politics? 

Then, how to deal with a dog fight. 

And to finish - your worst sporting injury.

Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 19th of June 2026 - If you are a fan of music or know who Rick Beato is, make sure you catch the last 20 minutes of this podcast.
First up - How combative is acceptable when it comes to politics?&nbsp;
Then, how to deal with a dog fight.&nbsp;
And to finish - your worst sporting injury.
Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Full Show Podcast: 19 June 2026 

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At the end of every week, Matt and Tyler name the New Zealander of the Week.

It's an honour that we bestow on your behalf to someone, or something, that's had an impact on our nation over the past week. 

There are three nominees but can only be one winner.

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At the end of every week, Matt and Tyler name the New Zealander of the Week.
It's an honour that we bestow on your behalf to someone, or something, that's had an impact on our nation over the past week.&nbsp;
There are three nominees but can only be one winner.
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Matt and Tyler's New Zealander of the Week - June 19

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American musician, producer and YouTube personality Rick Beato has announced his live show will be coming to Australia and New Zealand for the first time in October. 

Rick joined Matt and Tyler to talk about the tour, and how he balances his work with his passion for music. 

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American musician, producer and YouTube personality Rick Beato has announced his live show will be coming to Australia and New Zealand for the first time in October.&nbsp;
Rick joined Matt and Tyler to talk about the tour, and how he balances his work with his passion for music.&nbsp;
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Rick Beato: Musician, Music Producer and YouTube Personality talks with Matt and Tyler ahead of NZ tour

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Adam Pearse: NZ Herald deputy political editor on the investigations into the 'doomed' immigration project

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