Veteran political commentator, Richard Harman, delves into the intricacies of New Zealand's current fuel crisis for the government. His analysis of the government's response, drew parallels to the COVID-19 pandemic highlighting the government's cautious approach. He was concerned that they are avoiding the Beehive Theatre for briefings and the impact of this on Prime Minister Luxon leadership promises post the 2026 election. The balancing act of the long-term impacts on New Zealand's energy policies and or foreign relations was of note to Richard as New Zealand predominately relies on Asian refineries. Richard critiques the opposition's passive stance, noting the Greens' at least playing a constructive role.

Veteran political commentator, Richard Harman, delves into the intricacies of New Zealand's current fuel crisis for the government. His analysis of the government's response, drew parallels to the COVID-19 pandemic highlighting the government's cautious approach. He was concerned that they are avoiding the Beehive Theatre for briefings and the impact of this on Prime Minister Luxon leadership promises post the 2026 election. The balancing act of the long-term impacts on New Zealand's energy policies and or foreign relations was of note to Richard as New Zealand predominately relies on Asian refineries. Richard critiques the opposition's passive stance, noting the Greens' at least playing a constructive role.

CountryWide CONNECT is the latest innovative daily livestreamed rural video/radio show broadcast at lunchtime 11am – 1pm Monday-Friday from Christchurch, New Zealand.


The show is hosted by respected award-winning agribusiness broadcasters, Sarah Perriam-Lampp (formerly Sarah’s Country & Rural Exchange) and Andy Thompson (formerly The Rural Round-Up).


Over two hours, Sarah & Andy cover the latest in New Zealand rural news, views, politics but most importantly in-depth technical farming advice to help improve farmers bottom lines!

For more information & to subscribe to CountryWide, visit www.country-wide.co.nz

CountryWide CONNECT is the latest innovative daily livestreamed rural video/radio show broadcast at lunchtime 11am &ndash; 1pm Monday-Friday from Christchurch, New Zealand.
 The show is hosted by respected award-winning agribusiness broadcasters, Sarah Perriam-Lampp (formerly Sarah&rsquo;s Country &amp; Rural Exchange) and Andy Thompson (formerly The Rural Round-Up).
 Over two hours, Sarah &amp; Andy cover the latest in New Zealand rural news, views, politics but most importantly in-depth technical farming advice to help improve farmers bottom lines!
For more information &amp; to subscribe to CountryWide, visit www.country-wide.co.nz

CountryWide CONNECT

CountryWide CONNECT is an innovative daily livestreamed rural video/radio show broadcast at lunchtime 11am – 1pm Monday-Friday from Christchurch, New Zealand.


The show is hosted by respected award-winning agribusiness broadcasters, Sarah Perriam-Lampp (formerly Sarah’s Country & Rural Exchange) and Andy Thompson (formerly The Rural Round-Up).


Over two hours, Sarah & Andy cover the latest in New Zealand rural news, views, politics but most importantly in-depth technical farming advice to help improve farmers bottom lines!

For more information & to subscribe to CountryWide, visit www.country-wide.co.nz

CountryWide CONNECT is an innovative daily livestreamed rural video/radio show broadcast at lunchtime 11am &ndash; 1pm Monday-Friday from Christchurch, New Zealand.
 The show is hosted by respected award-winning agribusiness broadcasters, Sarah Perriam-Lampp (formerly Sarah&rsquo;s Country &amp; Rural Exchange) and Andy Thompson (formerly The Rural Round-Up).
 Over two hours, Sarah &amp; Andy cover the latest in New Zealand rural news, views, politics but most importantly in-depth technical farming advice to help improve farmers bottom lines!
For more information &amp; to subscribe to CountryWide, visit www.country-wide.co.nz