Auckland residents say they're feeling blindsided by new 24/7 parking charges.

Cost challenges and better use of road space are some of Auckland Transport's reasons for this change.

Heart of the City CEO Viv Beck believes this is gong to disadvantage Auckland's economy.

She says night time life is a third of the city's spend, so parking needs to be accessible and affordable.

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Auckland residents say they're feeling blindsided by new 24/7 parking charges.
Cost challenges and better use of road space are some of Auckland Transport's reasons for this change.
Heart of the City CEO Viv Beck believes this is gong to disadvantage Auckland's economy.
She says night time life is a third of the city's spend, so parking needs to be accessible and affordable.
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Viv Beck: Heart of the City CEO on Auckland residents and visitors being charged 24/7 for parking

This week on Politics Central, Otago University international relations expert Robert Patman discusses whether peace in Ukraine is possible as world leaders gather in Switzerland to try and build support for Ukraine’s peace proposals - and if Putin's 'unrealistic' offer is cause for hope.

Later, Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety, Brooke van Velden, talks about the Government's announcement of a roadshow consultation on work health and safety. 

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This week on Politics Central, Otago University international relations expert Robert Patman discusses whether peace in Ukraine is possible as world leaders gather in Switzerland to try and build support for Ukraine’s peace proposals - and if Putin's 'unrealistic' offer is cause for hope.
Later, Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety, Brooke van Velden, talks about the Government's announcement of a roadshow consultation on work health and safety. 
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Politics Central: Is peace in Ukraine possible?

Russian President Vladimir Putin's demands for a ceasefire have been rejected by European leaders at a Ukraine summit.

The leaders of Italy and Germany have lambasted Putin's proposals, which included Ukraine handing over more territory to Russia.

It comes as world leaders meet in Switzerland to discuss ending the conflict.

New Zealand foreign affairs expert professor Robert Patman says Putin wants the invasion to be internationally recognised.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin's demands for a ceasefire have been rejected by European leaders at a Ukraine summit.
The leaders of Italy and Germany have lambasted Putin's proposals, which included Ukraine handing over more territory to Russia.
It comes as world leaders meet in Switzerland to discuss ending the conflict.
New Zealand foreign affairs expert professor Robert Patman says Putin wants the invasion to be internationally recognised.
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Robert Patman: Otago University International Relations expert on the response to the 'Summit on Peace in Ukraine'

This week on Politics Central, Minister Shane Jones has confirmed the Government will lift the ban on oil and gas exploration, as he believes New Zealand's natural gas reserves were declining and sustainable sources like wind, solar and hydro were too inconsistent.

Later, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey joined in to discuss the significance of Men's Health Week.

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This week on Politics Central, Minister Shane Jones has confirmed the Government will lift the ban on oil and gas exploration, as he believes New Zealand's natural gas reserves were declining and sustainable sources like wind, solar and hydro were too inconsistent.
Later, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey joined in to discuss the significance of Men's Health Week.
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Viv Beck: Heart of the City CEO on Auckland residents and visitors being charged 24/7 for parking

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