Wellington-based start-up OpenStar is looking to make changes in the world of clean energy, and they've gotten financial support from the Government.

They’ve successfully levitated a half tonne superconducting magnet, confining a cloud of ultra-hot plasma - which will help ultimately produce carbon-free energy.

OpenStar Technologies CEO Dr Ratu Mataira joined the Afternoons team to explain further.

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Wellington-based start-up OpenStar is looking to make changes in the world of clean energy, and they've gotten financial support from the Government.
They’ve successfully levitated a half tonne superconducting magnet, confining a cloud of ultra-hot plasma - which will help ultimately produce carbon-free energy.
OpenStar Technologies CEO Dr Ratu Mataira 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

Dr Ratu Mataira: OpenStar Technologies CEO on the company's nuclear fusion developments

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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 4th of September 2026 - New legislation requiring lifejackets on small recreational boats meets with widespread approval.

Then ACT promises roading money will be spent on roads not sculptures in a new focussing.

Then to wrap the day Rescue Pilot Mark Law on his book ‘Lucky You’re Tough’, our New Zealander Of The Week, Newstalk ZB Voice of Rugby Elliott Smith and NZ Herald F1 Reporter Alex Powell. 

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 4th of September 2026 - New legislation requiring lifejackets on small recreational boats meets with widespread approval.
Then ACT promises roading money will be spent on roads not sculptures in a new focussing.
Then to wrap the day Rescue Pilot Mark Law on his book ‘Lucky You’re Tough’, our New Zealander Of The Week, Newstalk ZB Voice of Rugby Elliott Smith and NZ Herald F1 Reporter Alex Powell.&nbsp;
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: 04 September 2026 

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New book from hero Whakaari helicopter pilot and former NZSAS soldier Mark Law tells his story of surviving a series of life-threatening events that would shape his life and career.

Law joined Matt and Tyler to discuss his experiences and the new book 'Lucky You're Tough'.

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New book from hero Whakaari helicopter pilot and former NZSAS soldier Mark Law tells his story of surviving a series of life-threatening events that would shape his life and career.
Law joined Matt and Tyler to discuss his experiences and the new book 'Lucky You're Tough'.
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Mark Law: Hero Whakaari helicopter pilot on new book

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/897d389f-59e4-42c5-84f9-b4bb004222ec/transcript

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 - September 4

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Dr Ratu Mataira: OpenStar Technologies CEO on the company's nuclear fusion developments

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