It’s about to become cheaper, and easier, to get your driver’s license in New Zealand.

Changes include scrapping the second practical test, a longer 12-month learner period for under 25s, new restricted periods, and an expanded zero-alcohol rule for all learner and restricted drivers – regardless of age.

Transport Minister Chris Bishop has said the aim is to make licensing more efficient and affordable.

The new system will take effect from the end of January next year.

But, will the first major change to the system in 15 years make our roads safer?

Today on The Front Page, AA road safety manager Dylan Thomsen is with us to dive into the details of this new system.

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Host: Chelsea Daniels
Editor/Producer: Richard Martin
Producer: Jane Yee

It&rsquo;s about to become cheaper, and easier, to get your driver&rsquo;s license in New Zealand.
Changes include scrapping the second practical test, a longer 12-month learner period for under 25s, new restricted periods, and an expanded zero-alcohol rule for all learner and restricted drivers &ndash; regardless of age.
Transport Minister Chris Bishop has said the aim is to make licensing more efficient and affordable.
The new system will take effect from the end of January next year.
But, will the first major change to the system in 15 years make our roads safer?
Today on The Front Page, AA road safety manager Dylan Thomsen is with us to dive into the details of this new system.
Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.
Host: Chelsea Daniels Editor/Producer: Richard Martin Producer: Jane Yee

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Go beyond the headlines with The Front Page, the New Zealand Herald&rsquo;s daily news podcast. Each weekday Chelsea Daniels unpacks the stories shaping Aotearoa, from what&rsquo;s happening in our own backyard to global events shaping our future.
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Go beyond the headlines with The Front Page, the New Zealand Herald’s daily news analysis podcast. Each weekday Chelsea Daniels unpacks the stories shaping Aotearoa, from what’s happening in our own backyard to global events shaping our future. Every episode we speak to leaders, experts, reporters, and those living the story, so you get the full picture. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode.

Go beyond the headlines with The Front Page, the New Zealand Herald&rsquo;s daily news analysis podcast. Each weekday Chelsea Daniels unpacks the stories shaping Aotearoa, from what&rsquo;s happening in our own backyard to global events shaping our future. Every episode we speak to leaders, experts, reporters, and those living the story, so you get the full picture. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode.

How new licence rules could reshape young Kiwis' driving culture

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A new poll out today spells a storm brewing for National.

The Taxpayers’ Union Curia poll has shown National drop nearly three-points to 28.4% -- the lowest poll for the party since it formed a Government in 2023.

It’s while Labour is up 0.3 points to 34.4% - The Greens are up to 10.5%, NZ First are down to 9.7%, ACT up to 7.5%, and Te Pāti Māori up to 3.2 percent.

This all means that if an election was held today, the centre-Left bloc could form the next government, although by a pretty small margin.

The situation is being compared to National’s performance in the 2020 election, where the party suffered one of the worst election losses in its history.

Today on The Front Page, NZ Herald political editor, Thomas Coughlan, is with us to break down what the numbers mean, and who could be on the chopping block.

Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.

Host: Chelsea Daniels
Editor/Producer: Richard Martin
Producer: Jane Yee

A new poll out today spells a storm brewing for National.
The Taxpayers&rsquo; Union Curia poll has shown National drop nearly three-points to 28.4% -- the lowest poll for the party since it formed a Government in 2023.
It&rsquo;s while Labour is up 0.3 points to 34.4% - The Greens are up to 10.5%, NZ First are down to 9.7%, ACT up to 7.5%, and Te Pāti Māori up to 3.2 percent.
This all means that if an election was held today, the centre-Left bloc could form the next government, although by a pretty small margin.
The situation is being compared to National&rsquo;s performance in the 2020 election, where the party suffered one of the worst election losses in its history.
Today on The Front Page, NZ Herald political editor, Thomas Coughlan, is with us to break down what the numbers mean, and who could be on the chopping block.
Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.
Host: Chelsea Daniels Editor/Producer: Richard Martin Producer: Jane Yee

National plunges to lowest poll as governing party in decades

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Dave Rennie is the new coach of the All Blacks.

The former Chiefs and Wallabies mentor will succeed Scott Razor Robertson, and take charge through until the end of the 2027 World Cup.

But, does he have what it takes to bring about a much-needed reset for our national side?

Today on The Front Page, NZ Herald senior sports journalist and rugby correspondent, Liam Napier is with us to unpack the past, present and future of the ‘man with mana’, Dave Rennie.

Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.

Host: Chelsea Daniels
Editor/Producer: Richard Martin
Producer: Jane Yee

Dave Rennie is the new coach of the All Blacks.
The former Chiefs and Wallabies mentor will succeed Scott Razor Robertson, and take charge through until the end of the 2027 World Cup.
But, does he have what it takes to bring about a much-needed reset for our national side?
Today on The Front Page, NZ Herald senior sports journalist and rugby correspondent, Liam Napier is with us to unpack the past, present and future of the &lsquo;man with mana&rsquo;, Dave Rennie.
Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.
Host: Chelsea Daniels Editor/Producer: Richard Martin Producer: Jane Yee

How Rennie’s people-first style could reshape the All Blacks

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The US and Israel are escalating attacks on Iran - which has launched counterattacks on neighbouring Gulf states.

All the while, the push and pull on European leaders has been in the spotlight – with Trump publicly chastising UK PM Sir Keir Starmer.

That’s due to his refusal to offer up a British base for the initial wave of strikes.

Britain is scrambling to send a warship to Cyprus after France announced a major deployment to the eastern Mediterranean.

So, with the involvement of EU countries, is it only a matter of time before the Pacific is called up to help?

Today on The Front Page, University of Otago international relations professor Robert Patman is with us to dissect what could happen next.

Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.

Host: Chelsea Daniels
Editor/Producer: Richard Martin
Producer: Jane Yee

The US and Israel are escalating attacks on Iran - which has launched counterattacks on neighbouring Gulf states.
All the while, the push and pull on European leaders has been in the spotlight &ndash; with Trump publicly chastising UK PM Sir Keir Starmer.
That&rsquo;s due to his refusal to offer up a British base for the initial wave of strikes.
Britain is scrambling to send a warship to Cyprus after France announced a major deployment to the eastern Mediterranean.
So, with the involvement of EU countries, is it only a matter of time before the Pacific is called up to help?
Today on The Front Page, University of Otago international relations professor Robert Patman is with us to dissect what could happen next.
Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.
Host: Chelsea Daniels Editor/Producer: Richard Martin Producer: Jane Yee

Iran strikes: Is it time for New Zealand to take a stronger stance?

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How new licence rules could reshape young Kiwis' driving culture

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