The Government's proposal to eventually scrap NCEA qualifications has been met with approval from educators.

The Government's looking at phasing NCEA out entirely within five years - with level one being replaced with a literacy and numeracy test and levels two and three giving way to educational certificates.

Mt Albert Grammar headmaster Patrick Drumm joined the Afternoons team to discuss.

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The Government's proposal to eventually scrap NCEA qualifications has been met with approval from educators.
The Government's looking at phasing NCEA out entirely within five years - with level one being replaced with a literacy and numeracy test and levels two and three giving way to educational certificates.
Mt Albert Grammar headmaster Patrick Drumm joined the Afternoons team to discuss.
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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.

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Patrick Drumm: Mt Albert Grammar headmaster on the Government's new changes for NCEA

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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 - 17 April (1)

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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 16th of April 2026, we talk forgiveness after someone has wronged you, particularly after they have stolen when in a position of trust.

Then making medicines more accessible through pharmacists.

Some good chat about sports that really improve your health - a lot of love came through for pickleball.

And to finish - solving Tyler's great mower dilemma - push, petrol, robotic or electric? 

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 16th of April 2026, we talk forgiveness after someone has wronged you, particularly after they have stolen when in a position of trust.
Then making medicines more accessible through pharmacists.
Some good chat about sports that really improve your health - a lot of love came through for pickleball.
And to finish - solving Tyler's great mower dilemma - push, petrol, robotic or electric?&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: 16 April 2026 

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The Government's looking to level the playing field for pharmacies and ease pressure on GPs.

Consultation's open on allowing pharmacists to dispense funded medication for pain and fever, scabies, lice, conjunctivitis, UTIs, and the emergency contraceptive pill.

Kiwis currently have to pay the medication's full pharmacy price, or obtain a GP prescription.

ACT Leader David Seymour joined the Afternoons team to explain that it's important health professionals are informed in giving people medicine - and this move will be better for pharmacies. 

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The Government's looking to level the playing field for pharmacies and ease pressure on GPs.
Consultation's open on allowing pharmacists to dispense funded medication for pain and fever, scabies, lice, conjunctivitis, UTIs, and the emergency contraceptive pill.
Kiwis currently have to pay the medication's full pharmacy price, or obtain a GP prescription.
ACT Leader David Seymour joined the Afternoons team to explain that it's important health professionals are informed in giving people medicine - and this move will be better for pharmacies.&nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE

David Seymour: ACT Party leader on pharmacists getting expanded prescribing roles

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/94780889-2e2e-453b-b400-b42e00389c7a/transcript

Patrick Drumm: Mt Albert Grammar headmaster on the Government's new changes for NCEA

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