The ninth edition of the Women’s Rugby World Cup is kicking off. The excitement is tangible for the growing legion of fans who enjoy following their sporting idols.

However, the promotion around this world-class sporting event pales in comparison to when the Men’s Rugby World Cup was previously held in New Zealand.

So are we doing enough to back the Black Ferns? Who are the main teams to watch this year? And can the Black Ferns take the trophy for a record sixth time?

Today, Damien is joined by NZ Herald columnist, huge rugby fan, and passionate player of the game, Alice Soper.

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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: Damien Venuto
Producers: Paddy Fox and Shaun D Wilson

The ninth edition of the Women’s Rugby World Cup is kicking off. The excitement is tangible for the growing legion of fans who enjoy following their sporting idols.
However, the promotion around this world-class sporting event pales in comparison to when the Men’s Rugby World Cup was previously held in New Zealand.
So are we doing enough to back the Black Ferns? Who are the main teams to watch this year? And can the Black Ferns take the trophy for a record sixth time?   Today, Damien is joined by NZ Herald columnist, huge rugby fan, and passionate player of the game, Alice Soper.
Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio 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: Damien Venuto Producers: Paddy Fox and Shaun D Wilson

Go beyond the headlines with The Front Page, the New Zealand Herald’s daily news 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 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.&nbsp;
Subscribe now so you never miss an episode.

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The Front Page

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.

Will Aotearoa step up for the Women’s Rugby World Cup?

From entering Parliament in 2008 – to leading the country in 2023 – Chris Hipkins is no stranger to the spotlight.

During Covid’s beginnings, he was known as a safe set of hands, tackling Education, Health, and becoming the Minister in charge of the Covid Response for a time.

Now, he’s firmly setting his sights on election 2026 – but, is he confident he’ll still be in Labour’s driving seat when it rolls around?

Today on The Front Page, Hipkins joins us to discuss the cost of living, vibes in parliament, and whether he’ll ever be able to shake Covid.

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: Ethan Sills

From entering Parliament in 2008 &ndash; to leading the country in 2023 &ndash; Chris Hipkins is no stranger to the spotlight.
During Covid&rsquo;s beginnings, he was known as a safe set of hands, tackling Education, Health, and becoming the Minister in charge of the Covid Response for a time.
Now, he&rsquo;s firmly setting his sights on election 2026 &ndash; but, is he confident he&rsquo;ll still be in Labour&rsquo;s driving seat when it rolls around?
Today on The Front Page, Hipkins joins us to discuss the cost of living, vibes in parliament, and whether he&rsquo;ll ever be able to shake Covid.
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: Ethan Sills

Reissue: Chris Hipkins on Labour's policies, coalition attacks, MMP and Covid regrets

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/b73f6531-cc3a-47f4-a4f0-b3b50172946a/transcript

A self-described “Prince of the Provinces” - there are few politicians like Shane Jones.

He’s Minister of Oceans and Fisheries, Regional Development, and Resources -- and has been in the spotlight recently for spearheading a restart and expansion of oil and gas in New Zealand.

Over the years he’s face criticism for his close relationships with industry leaders OVER the environment. Comments like “Goodbye Freddy” when talking about if an endangered frog stood in the way of mining construction probably doesn’t help.

Today on The Front Page, Shane Jones is with us to take us through his latest push for oil and gas, changes to oceans and fisheries, and whether New Zealand’s power crisis is fixable.

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

A self-described &ldquo;Prince of the Provinces&rdquo; - there are few politicians like Shane Jones.
He&rsquo;s Minister of Oceans and Fisheries, Regional Development, and Resources -- and has been in the spotlight recently for spearheading a restart and expansion of oil and gas in New Zealand.
Over the years he&rsquo;s face criticism for his close relationships with industry leaders OVER the environment. Comments like &ldquo;Goodbye Freddy&rdquo; when talking about if an endangered frog stood in the way of mining construction probably doesn&rsquo;t help.
Today on The Front Page, Shane Jones is with us to take us through his latest push for oil and gas, changes to oceans and fisheries, and whether New Zealand&rsquo;s power crisis is fixable.
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

Reissue: ‘It won’t happen in my lifetime’: Shane Jones on renewable energy goal

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/2577feae-8677-4baa-83d5-b3b501726a05/transcript

Should the ultra-wealthy pay more tax?

It’s a debate that’s continued for decades, even centuries. From Ancient Athens to present day, the idea has been a constant when it comes to addressing inequality.

Yet, no government has been brave enough to impose one.

It’s a staple of the Green Party’s proposed Budget, which promises bold moves to make sure everyone has a warm home, decent kai, and the care and support for a good life.

But who pays? And is leaning even more left than centre doing wonders for the party’s polling?

Today on The Front Page, Green Party co-leader, Chlöe Swarbrick is with us to discuss whether it’s time for the wealthy few to fund.

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
Sound Engineer/Producer: Richard Martin
Producer: Ethan Sills

Should the ultra-wealthy pay more tax?
It&rsquo;s a debate that&rsquo;s continued for decades, even centuries. From Ancient Athens to present day, the idea has been a constant when it comes to addressing inequality.
Yet, no government has been brave enough to impose one.
It&rsquo;s a staple of the Green Party&rsquo;s proposed Budget, which promises bold moves to make sure everyone has a warm home, decent kai, and the care and support for a good life.
But who pays? And is leaning even more left than centre doing wonders for the party&rsquo;s polling?
Today on The Front Page, Green Party co-leader, Chl&ouml;e Swarbrick is with us to discuss whether it&rsquo;s time for the wealthy few to fund.
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 Sound Engineer/Producer: Richard Martin Producer: Ethan Sills

Reissue: Chlöe Swarbrick on the Green's economic plans and why NZ should consider a tax on the ultra-rich

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/adabfd12-b9a9-48ff-9a75-b3b50172436a/transcript

Will Aotearoa step up for the Women’s Rugby World Cup?

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