New Zealand's biggest energy players - Genesis, Meridian, Mercury and Contact - have formed a deal to stockpile coal at Huntly Power Station, and questions have been raised.

The energy companies say the shared strategic energy reserve will secure supply for the next decade. 

Minerals West Coast manager Patrick Phelps explained the nuances of this deal to the Afternoons team.

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New Zealand's biggest energy players - Genesis, Meridian, Mercury and Contact - have formed a deal to stockpile coal at Huntly Power Station, and questions have been raised.
The energy companies say the shared strategic energy reserve will secure supply for the next decade.&nbsp;
Minerals West Coast manager Patrick Phelps explained the nuances of this deal to the Afternoons team.
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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

Patrick Phelps: Minerals West Coast manager explains why coal stockpiling deal is needed

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/f4838eef-d9a2-43e7-baaa-b3300023e563/transcript

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 7th of September 2026, National has launched a new housing deposit policy to make it easier to buy a house.

Then the rise of picky eaters in modern day parenting, the best way to get kids to eat when they won't!

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 7th of September 2026, National has launched a new housing deposit policy to make it easier to buy a house.
Then the rise of picky eaters in modern day parenting, the best way to get kids to eat when they won't!
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: 07 September 2026 

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/a32b05fc-e4dd-4e4f-92be-b4be004db72a/transcript

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 

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/6b90db52-9b84-4262-a88a-b4bb004db2e6/transcript

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

Patrick Phelps: Minerals West Coast manager explains why coal stockpiling deal is needed

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