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Covering the very latest international and domestic news developments, sport, entertainment and business, Early Edition with Ryan Bridge is the only place to get your full pre-breakfast fix.
An esteemed and highly experienced broadcaster, Ryan Bridge brings his extensive knowledge of local and global issues to you every morning, with the latest news and analysis to begin your morning.
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Republican camp split over US' involvement in Iran-Israel conflict
Whether the United States will intervene in the Iran-Israel conflict remains up in the air. President Donald Trump says he 'may' or 'may not' order American military...
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Govt seeks to boost tourism numbers with visa waiver for Chinese visitors
From November, transiting Chinese passport holders won't need a visa to pass through New Zealand airports. They'll can instead get a New Zealand electronic Travel...
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"Turned a corner": Manufacturing sector optimistic ahead of GDP release
An Auckland manufacturer is feeling good about the current economic position. GDP figures are due to be revealed this morning. Economists and the Reserve Bank...
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Five year Census scrapped due to "eye-watering" cost
The traditional census as we know it is coming to an end. Stats NZ is moving to a system using Government collected admin-data, saying the current five yearly Census...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 19 June 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Thursday 19th of June 2025, Dave Sweas CEO of Manufacturer Dodson group, joins Ryan Bridge to talk about...
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Ryan Bridge: We shouldn't ignore conflict
I’m as guilty as the next Kiwi of complaining about the tyranny of distance, but the fact is we’re bloody lucky to live far across the ocean and out of harm’s way. We’re...
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"The future is looking brighter": Business optimism on the rise
New Zealand businesses believe things are looking up, with optimism at a high. The 2degrees 2025 Shaping Business Study reveals 45% of surveyed business leaders...
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Domestic inflation heads south as food inflation rises
Food inflation is up, rising 4.4% annually. Meat, poultry, and fish had the biggest annual increases, while butter, milk and cheese drove grocery prices. Butter...
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'Not a prevention plan': Psychologist on Govt's suicide strategy
Uncertainty on the Government's action plan for suicide prevention. Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey's unveiled a five-year approach for addressing high suicide...
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Ryan Bridge: Is Run It Straight really that dangerous?
The moral outrage over Run It Straight competitions is a tricky one. As more and more young men ran at each other head-on and tried to knock each other out, as...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 18 June 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Wednesday 18th of June 2025, the Government's announced a five-year suicide prevention plan, clinical psychologist...
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Three injured in 'brazen' kebab shop shooting in Sydney
Three people have been injured in a shooting in a Sydney kebab shop. According to NSW Police, two masked gunmen walked into the shop, firing eight shots in total,...
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Good relationship with China's "vital", despite rising concerns
A new poll shows more Kiwis see China as a threat, but experts say a good economic relationship is vital. The Asia New Zealand Foundation surveyed 2,300 locals...
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Negotiations still "some way away" as Israel, Iran conflict enters fourth day
It's thought that as long as the United States doesn't get involved, the Iran and Israel conflict should stay contained. Tension continues to escalate between the...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 17 June 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast 2025 Tuesday 17th of June, conflict continues between Iran and Israel, Middle East Correspondent Gregg Carlstrom...
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Crackdown on disposable vapes starts today
Smokefree advocates are hoping a new vaping crackdown coming in today doesn't deter smokers trying to quit. The new rules include stricter advertising restrictions...
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Ryan Bridge: The economy's been a sick patient for a long time
If growth is the game we're in then the Reserve Bank should keep cutting interest rates. The problem is growth is not the game they're in. They're in the business...
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Chinese tourists can now visit NZ on an Australian visa
Director of the New Zealand China Council Alastair Crozy joins Ryan Bridge to discuss a new visa for Chinese tourists. The change will allow Chinese tourists visiting...
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Israel-Iran conflict escalates as more nations address the situation
More nations are responding to the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel. The two countries are continuing to exchange air assaults, after Israel's initial...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 16 June 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Monday 16th of June 2025, The Police Commissioner has given body cams the all clear, Police Associaiton President...
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Police Commissioner gives body cams the green light
The Police union is celebrating the decision to work towards rolling out body cameras - but wants it done right. Police Commissioner Richard Chambers says staff...
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Ryan Bridge: A lot going on in the world
The Prime Minister’s jetting off on a diplomatic mission this week and he’s heading into a very undiplomatic world. Israel and Iran are going at it. Netanyahu says...
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Queenstown's skifields see "solid" days of snowmaking ahead of opening
Skifields in Queenstown have got the chair lifts turning ahead of opening day tomorrow. NZ Ski Chief Executive Paul Anderson says the Remarkables and Coronet Peak...
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"Quite unpredictable": How likely is Trump to scrap AUKUS?
Helen Clark says the future of the AUKUS security pact remains very uncertain. The Pentagon's reviewing the agreement between Australia, the UK, and the US to ensure...
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Prisons will be ready for increased demand, Corrections Minister says
The Corrections Minister believes our prisons will be ready for an increase in demand. The Ministry of Justice expects the prison population will increase 36% by...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 13 June 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Friday 13th of June 2025, a report from the Ministry of Justice is predicting our prison population to grow...
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Ryan Bridge: Luxon's rhetoric is starting to match the reality
It’s fair to say Christopher Luxon’s had a rough run at the top. The transition from CEO to PM hasn’t been all that smooth. His approval ratings have been way out...
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Young Māori are over-represented in the Oranga Tamariki system - and they are being let down
An Independent Children's Monitor report finds almost half the reports of concern relate to young Māori. They make up two-thirds of those in care - and more than...
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New Zealand receives backlash from Trump after banning two Israeli ministers
The US has criticized New Zealand for banning two Israeli Ministers. Winston Peters has decided to jump on the bandwagon with allies such as Australia and Canada...
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Updates from the States: Trump's talks with China and the ongoing protests in LA
US Correspondent Mitch McCann talks about Trump’s new “deal” with China after China threatens to cut off the US’ supply of rare minerals. China issued these threats...
