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.
LISTEN ABOVE&nbsp;

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

Matt and Tyler's New Zealander of the Week - 15 May

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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 18th of May 2026, a suggestion that we can actually afford to max the Government credit card out drew the ire of listeners today. 

The thorny old issue of how to get the balance right over noise in CBDs was back on the agenda today after Christchurch City Councillor Andrei Moore posted about a city plan change he'd like to see.

And stories of bad behaviour on flights finished the day for our Afternoons duo.

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 18th of May 2026, a suggestion that we can actually afford to max the Government credit card out drew the ire of listeners today.&nbsp;
The thorny old issue of how to get the balance right over noise in CBDs was back on the agenda today after Christchurch City Councillor Andrei Moore posted about a city plan change he'd like to see.
And stories of bad behaviour on flights finished the day for our Afternoons duo.
Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
LISTEN ABOVE

Full Show Podcast: 18 May 2026 

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/d054010f-ba09-4223-86bb-b44e004dbac7/transcript

Christchurch City Council is debating a major rewrite of the central city's noise rules after live music venue owners warned they were liable to be exposed to noise complaints.

Some bars are limited to 45 decibels, which is about the same as the hum of a refrigerator. But with the City's new stadium, venues say they need less restrictions to make the most of the buzz.

City Councillor Andrei Moore is campaigning for the removal of these noise limits, and he told Matt and Tyler that these restrictions are, 'a number of years behind.'

LISTEN ABOVE

Christchurch City Council is debating a major rewrite of the central city's noise rules after live music venue owners warned they were liable to be exposed to noise complaints.
Some bars are limited to 45 decibels, which is about the same as the hum of a refrigerator. But with the City's new stadium, venues say they need less restrictions to make the most of the buzz.
City Councillor Andrei Moore is campaigning for the removal of these noise limits, and he told Matt and Tyler that these restrictions are, 'a number of years behind.'
LISTEN ABOVE

Andrei Moore: Christchurch City Councillor on proposed scrapping of noise levels in CBD

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/75d89326-d1a9-4795-a669-b44e002ef1ed/transcript

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 15th of May 2026 - It's Pink Shirt Day! The boys speak to Employment Law Expert Max Whitehead, who helps clarify the definition of workplace bullying.

Alcohol consumption is down around the world; does it still have a place in society?

Barry Soper joins the boys to chat about his new book, "One More Question, Prime Minister"

And New Zealander of the Week is back! Who's taking home the grand title this week?

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

LISTEN ABOVE

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 15th of May 2026 - It's Pink Shirt Day! The boys speak to Employment Law Expert Max Whitehead, who helps clarify the definition of workplace bullying.
Alcohol consumption is down around the world; does it still have a place in society?
Barry Soper joins the boys to chat about his new book, "One More Question, Prime Minister"
And New Zealander of the Week is back! Who's taking home the grand title this week?
Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
LISTEN ABOVE

Full Show Podcast: 15 May 2026 

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/dd5103d9-ef16-43ba-9ebb-b44b004dbdfe/transcript

Matt and Tyler's New Zealander of the Week - 15 May

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