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 - 5 December

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Listen to the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for Friday  5 December.

Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Listen to the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for Friday 5 December. 
Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Full Show Podcast: 05 December 2025 

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More than 2,000 greyhounds urgently need new owners following the Government's decision to ban greyhound racing in 2026.  

Now comes news that The Simpsons have taken the unusual step of getting involved, lending New Zealand the use of one of the world’s most recognisable dogs: Santa’s Little Helper.

Behind this effort is the charity committed to finding safe homes for retired racing greyhounds: Greyhounds as Pets.  

Lisa Philp from Greyhounds as Pets told Matt Heath & Tyler Adams, "(greyhounds) are the best. They're lazy, gentle, loyal, gorgeous, and quiet."

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More than 2,000 greyhounds urgently need new owners following the Government's decision to ban greyhound racing in 2026. &nbsp;
Now comes news that The Simpsons have taken the unusual step of getting involved, lending New Zealand the use of one of the world’s most recognisable dogs: Santa’s Little Helper.
Behind this effort is the charity committed to finding safe homes for retired racing greyhounds: Greyhounds as Pets. &nbsp;
Lisa Philp from Greyhounds as Pets told Matt Heath &amp; Tyler Adams, "(greyhounds) are the best.&nbsp;They're lazy, gentle, loyal, gorgeous, and quiet."
LISTEN ABOVE

Lisa Philp: Greyhounds as Pets collaborate with The Simpsons in mass adoption effort

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Deloitte's Top 200 awards took place at Auckland's Viaduct Event Centre last night, with New Zealand space company Rocket Lab, founded by Peter Beck, taking the title of Company of the Year. 

NZ Herald Technology Editor Chris Keall joined Matt and Tyler to chat about the win.

"To actually be a New Zealander and to even dream of doing something like that, let alone be heading off to Mars with your work, that's just so incredible," Keall said.

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Deloitte's Top 200 awards took place at Auckland's Viaduct Event Centre last night, with New Zealand space company Rocket Lab, founded by Peter Beck, taking the title of Company of the Year.&nbsp;
NZ Herald Technology Editor Chris Keall joined Matt and Tyler to chat about the win.
"To actually be a New Zealander and to even dream of doing something like that, let alone be heading off to Mars with your work, that's just so incredible," Keall said.
LISTEN ABOVE

Chris Keall: NZ Herald Technology Editor on Deloitte Top 200 Company of the year winner Rocket Lab

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Matt and Tyler's New Zealander of the Week - 5 December

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