On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 25th of September, Chris Bishop is facing criticism for delaying the decision on council amalgamation until after the election, despite a tight deadline for proposals. 

We speak to newish Fonterra CEO Richard Allen on the co-op's incredible result and if there's more where that came from. 

And Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson rip into Mike critiquing his week on air as they Wrap the Week that Was. 

Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. 

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 25th of September, Chris Bishop is facing criticism for <a href="https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/mike-hosking-breakfast/audio/chris-bishop-rma-reform-minister-and-nationals-housing-spokesperson-on-council-amalgamation-plans-labours-latest-election-pledge/">delaying the decision on council amalgamation</a> until after the election, despite a tight deadline for proposals.&nbsp;
We speak to newish <a href="https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/mike-hosking-breakfast/audio/richard-allen-fonterra-ceo-on-the-co-op-reporting-a-profit-of-26-billion/">Fonterra CEO Richard Allen</a> on the co-op's incredible result and if there's more where that came from.&nbsp;
And Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson rip into Mike critiquing his week on air as they Wrap the Week that Was.&nbsp;
Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.&nbsp;
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Open your mind to the world with New Zealand’s number one breakfast radio show. Without question, as New Zealand’s number one talk host, Mike Hosking sets the day’s agenda. The sharpest voice and mind in the business, Mike drives strong opinion, delivers the best talent, and always leaves you wanting more. The Mike Hosking Breakfast always cuts through and delivers the best daily on Newstalk ZB.

Open your mind to the world with New Zealand’s number one breakfast radio show.Without question, as New Zealand’s number one talk host, Mike Hosking sets the day’s agenda.The sharpest voice and mind in the business, Mike drives strong opinion,...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Full Show Podcast: 25 September 2026 

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