Full Show Podcast: 22 June 2026

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 22nd of June, the Government has revealed their compulsory KiwiSaver plans and Mike isn't sure he wants the Government getting even more involved in it. The Prime Minister speaks on the new policy and the argy-bargy between National an…

Mike's Minute: We are becoming, again, the magnet that we should be

The most uplifting part of the news weekend (apart from the Warriors) was the Stuff story quoting the head of an Australian investment firm confirming what is clearly already underway. Which is either New Zealanders returning to New Zealand, or Australians seeing our country as a better option tha…

Commentary Box with Andrew Saville and Jason Pine: All Whites, Warriors, Black Caps

Andrew Saville and Jason Pine join Mike Hosking to review the Weekend's sport.  On the table today: The Warriors hopes for the title continue after another victory. The All Whites face Egypt, desperate for a win.  And the Black Caps have beat England in a thrilling match. LISTEN ABOVE

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister blasts Green's proposed wealth tax

The Prime Minister's blasting the Greens' wealth tax, saying it would make Kiwis poorer and drive away investment. The party's proposing a 2.5% tax on net assets above 10 million dollars, excluding the family home - alongside income tax cuts for people earning under %160,000 dollars. Chris Luxon …

Ricki Herbert: Former All Whites Coach previews key match against Egypt

The All Whites' second match at the world cup kicks off today, as they take on Egypt.  After a feisty 2-2 draw with Iran, hopes for the All Whites are high. However, Egypt's formidable winger Mo Salah poses the biggest threat to the All Whites' back line.  Former All Whites Coach Ricki Herbert to…

Anand Menon: King’s College London Professor says change of UK leadership imminent

A series of headlines in the UK press claims Keir Starmer's position as Prime Minister is no longer tenable, with Starmer expected to set out a timetable for his departure in the coming hours. It will make him the shortest serving Labour Prime Minister in the UK's history. King’s College London P…

Murray Harris: Milford Asset Management's General Manager on National's Kiwisaver boost promise

National's Kiwisaver promise could help address a gender savings gap. The party is committing to raise minimum contributions and make employers contribute for staff over 65,  if re-elected in November. It would also make Kiwisaver compulsory - promising a $1500 boost for every newborn.  Milford …

Bruce Bernacchi: Dentons tax partner says Green's tax will send investments overseas

Doubts New Zealand could avoid the problems other countries faced with wealth taxes. The Greens are proposing a 2.5% tax on net assets above 10 million dollars, excluding the family home. The package also includes income tax cuts for those earning under $160,000. Dentons tax partner Bruce Bernac…

Greg Smith: Generate Investment Specialist says Kiwisaver boosts won't make a full retirement plan

A warning Kiwisaver will still only remain a foundation not a complete retirement plan, despite promised boosts. National announced yesterday it will make the scheme compulsory - giving every new-born a $1500 boost, if re-elected in November.  It's also promising to raise minimum contributions, m…

Mike's Minute: More and more proof age is only a number

As Donald Trump celebrated his 80th this week, I read the stat that he is not alone in still having work to go to.  The retirement age in America is 67, but the percentage of those still in work past that age has quadrupled since the 80s.  So, a couple of things come out of that:  It’s often pre…