/on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/rss ¾ÅÒ»ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ Fri, 20 Jun 2025 00:10:24 Z en /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/katie-fisher-us-correspondent-on-the-us-involvement-in-the-iran-israel-conflict-republican-response/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/katie-fisher-us-correspondent-on-the-us-involvement-in-the-iran-israel-conflict-republican-response/ 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 involvement.   US correspondent Katie Fisher told Ryan Bridge the uncertainty is causing some rifts within the Republican camp.  She says that some of his “right-wing cheerleaders” like Tucker Carlson and Marjorie Taylor Green are saying that by entering the Iranian war, Trump would be turning his back on his America First policy.   LISTEN ABOVE  Wed, 18 Jun 2025 23:58:00 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/erica-stanford-immigration-minister-on-the-travel-authority-for-chinese-visitors/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/erica-stanford-immigration-minister-on-the-travel-authority-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 Authority that's processed in four hours, and lasts for two years.   Immigration Minister Erica Stanford told Ryan Bridge our Chinese visitor numbers are lagging at about 65% pre-Covid levels, so they're doing anything to help.   She says it will also significantly increase the amount of freight from China and South America and bring down freight prices.  LISTEN ABOVE  Wed, 18 Jun 2025 23:16:51 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/dave-sweas-dodson-group-ceo-on-the-gdp-figures-set-to-be-released/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/dave-sweas-dodson-group-ceo-on-the-gdp-figures-set-to-be-released/ 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 are expecting 0.7% growth for the first quarter of the year – slightly higher than the 0.4% predicted earlier this year.  Dodson Group CEO Dave Sweas told Ryan Bridge things turned a corner around February and March.  The precision manufacturers boss says there's been some trepidation about what's coming out of the US, but overall order books are holding up strong.  LISTEN ABOVE  Wed, 18 Jun 2025 22:08:05 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/rhema-vaithianathan-aut-professor-on-5-year-census-getting-scrapped/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/rhema-vaithianathan-aut-professor-on-5-year-census-getting-scrapped/ 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 is financially unsustainable. Census-style questions will still be asked in much smaller annual surveys looking at a small fraction of the population. Auckland University of Technology Professor Rhema Vaithianathan told Ryan Bridge the price of census is eye-watering. She says admin data also allows information to be released yearly, which is more useful than waiting five to find out what's happening. LISTEN ABOVE Wed, 18 Jun 2025 18:08:29 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/full-show-podcast-19-june-2025/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/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 the GDP figures out today.  The government scrapped the 5-year census, AUT director of the centre for social data analytics, Rhema Vaithianathan shares her thoughts.  We've got more Visa changes for Chinese nationals, Immigration Minister Erica Stanford tells Ryan Bridge what it means.  Plus, US Correspondent Katie Fisher has the latest on Trump's stance on Israel.  Get the Early Edition Full Show Podcast every weekday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.           LISTEN ABOVE  Wed, 18 Jun 2025 18:08:18 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/simon-arcus-business-central-ceo-on-the-rising-optimism-among-business-leaders/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/simon-arcus-business-central-ceo-on-the-rising-optimism-among-business-leaders/ 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 are more optimistic about the year ahead – up on last year's 34%.  46% of businesses also report they're more productive than last year.   Business Central CEO Simon Arcus told Ryan Bridge things will probably still fluctuate in coming years.   He says there are often moments where things seem to improve, then sink back again.  LISTEN ABOVE  Tue, 17 Jun 2025 23:21:23 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/cameron-bagrie-independent-economist-on-food-inflation-prices-increasing/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/cameron-bagrie-independent-economist-on-food-inflation-prices-increasing/ 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 surged by more than 51% over the year.  Independent economist, Cameron Bagrie told Ryan Bridge the numbers are creeping up, but the composition of the inflation matters more than the inflation itself.   He says they feel a bit of comfort that domestic inflation still heading south.  LISTEN ABOVE  Tue, 17 Jun 2025 23:09:42 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/helen-buckland-clinical-psychologist-doctor-on-new-5-year-plan-for-suicide-prevention/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/helen-buckland-clinical-psychologist-doctor-on-new-5-year-plan-for-suicide-prevention/ 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 rates.  The new Suicide Prevention Plan includes strengthening the workforce, targeting higher-risk populations, and improving community care.  Clinical Psychologist Doctor Helen Buckland told Ryan Bridge there's been a lot of thought, but more needs to be done. She says it's not a suicide prevention plan, it's a response plan, for people who are already suicidal. LISTEN ABOVE Tue, 17 Jun 2025 18:15:23 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/full-show-podcast-18-june-2025/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/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 Dr Helen Buckland tells Ryan Bridge whether the plan will be enough.  Food inflation is up the highest it's been in eighteen months, independent economist Cameron Bagrie shares his thoughts.  New data from 2degrees shows business optimism is at its highest since 2021, Business Central CEO Simon Arcus tells Ryan why businesses are feeling more positive.  Plus UK/Europe Correspondent Gavin Grey has the latest on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer at the G7 summit.  Get the Early Edition Full Show Podcast every weekday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.           LISTEN ABOVE Tue, 17 Jun 2025 18:08:19 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/donna-demaio-australian-correspondent-on-the-sydney-kebab-shop-shooting/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/donna-demaio-australian-correspondent-on-the-sydney-kebab-shop-shooting/ 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, before leaving the scene in a black BMW with a cloned licence plate.  A 50 year old woman was shot twice in the torso, a 26 year old man was shot in the arm and shoulder, and another man of unknown age was shot in the face.  Australian Correspondent Donna Demaio told Ryan Bridge that according to police, one of the victims has had two previous attempts on his life.  LISTEN ABOVE  Mon, 16 Jun 2025 22:55:16 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/julia-macdonald-asia-new-zealand-foundation-research-and-engagement-director-on-more-kiwis-seeing-china-as-a-threat/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/julia-macdonald-asia-new-zealand-foundation-research-and-engagement-director-on-more-kiwis-seeing-china-as-a-threat/ 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 between November and December, and again in March.   Results show the number of people concerned about China rose from 28% to 40% over four months.  Research and Engagement Director Julia Macdonald says New Zealanders can appreciate the need for a good economic relationship.  She told Ryan Bridge that China has been at the top of the list of most significant countries for New Zealand’s future for a number of years, and Kiwis understand the need to continue to engage China.  LISTEN ABOVE  Mon, 16 Jun 2025 22:28:09 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/gregg-carlstrom-middle-east-correspondent-on-the-conflict-between-israel-and-iran/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/gregg-carlstrom-middle-east-correspondent-on-the-conflict-between-israel-and-iran/ 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 two countries as air strikes continue to fire.  Speculation around a ceasefire is being discussed with US President Donald Trump encouraging the nations to talk before it’s too late.  Middle East correspondent Gregg Carlstrom told Ryan Bridge Israel has been planning this war for years, and isn't willing to stop after a few days.    He says the Iranians are willing to talk about a mutual ceasefire but doesn't think Israel or the United States are at a point where they would push for that.   LISTEN ABOVE  Mon, 16 Jun 2025 22:16:14 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/full-show-podcast-17-june-2025/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/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 has the latest on an Iranian TV studio struck by an Israeli airstrike.  A new survey from the Asia New Zealand Foundation shows our trust in China is slipping, Director of research and engagement, Dr Julia Macdonald tells Ryan Bridge what it means for our relationship with China.  Disposable vapes are out from today, Action for Smokefree 2025 Director, Ben Youdan shares his thoughts on how big of a difference it will make.  Plus Australian Correspondent Donna Demaio has the latest on what will the Australian Prime Minister and Trump will discuss in their first face to face meeting in Canada. Get the Early Edition Full Show Podcast every weekday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.           LISTEN ABOVE   Mon, 16 Jun 2025 18:08:19 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/ben-youdan-action-for-smokefree-director-on-crack-down-on-disposable-vapes-starts-today/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/ben-youdan-action-for-smokefree-director-on-crack-down-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 for vape retailers and a ban on disposable vapes. It's an effort to clamp down on youth vaping, with around 10% of teenagers currently regular vapers. Action for Smokefree Director Ben Youdan told Ryan Bridge it's about striking the right balance. He says just leaving products cheaper than smoking but not too cheap for young people, is important. LISTEN ABOVE Mon, 16 Jun 2025 18:07:31 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/alastair-crozy-director-of-the-new-zealand-china-council-discusses-new-visa-changes-for-chinese-tourists/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/alastair-crozy-director-of-the-new-zealand-china-council-discusses-new-visa-changes-for-chinese-tourists/ 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 Australia to enterNew Zealand with their Australian visa. Crozy says that this change has already increased searches for “New Zealand travel” on Chinese tourism websites like CTrip. This change comes ahead of Prime Minister Luxon’s visit to China where he will meet President Xi Jingping in a face-to-face meeting. Sun, 15 Jun 2025 20:03:19 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/gavin-grey-nations-respond-to-rapidly-escalating-situation-between-israel-and-iran/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/gavin-grey-nations-respond-to-rapidly-escalating-situation-between-israel-and-iran/ 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 attack on Friday and Iran launched waves of missiles, in response. UK and Europe Correspondent Gavin Grey told Ryan Bridge Iran believes any support of Israel from the West, makes assets from those countries fair game. He says Britons are being advised against travelling to Israel, as the UK says it's unable to keep them safe in this fast-moving situation. Sun, 15 Jun 2025 19:41:46 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/full-show-podcast-16-june-2025/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/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 Chris Cahill shares his thoughts.  The Government's announced changes to Visa's for Chinese nationals ahead of the Prime Minister's visit to China this week, The NZ China Council tells Ryan Bridge how significant the visit will be.  Andrew Alderson has the latest on the weekend's sport.  UK/Europe Correspondent Gavin Grey has the latest on the UK advising Britons against all travel to Israel amid an escalation in the country's military activity with Iran.  Get the Early Edition Full Show Podcast every weekday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.           LISTEN ABOVE   Sun, 15 Jun 2025 18:28:23 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/chris-cahill-police-association-president-on-the-police-commissioner-giving-body-cams-the-green-light/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/chris-cahill-police-association-president-on-the-police-commissioner-giving-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 are assessing options for equipping frontline officers with the technology.  The Police Association says it could clear-up misconceptions in the field, reduce complaints, and lead to more guilty pleas.  President Chris Cahill says body-cameras have become the international standard.  He says many officers in Australia don't want to deploy without the technology.  Sun, 15 Jun 2025 18:04:49 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/paul-anderson-nz-ski-ceo-on-the-opening-of-queenstowns-skifields-tomorrow/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/paul-anderson-nz-ski-ceo-on-the-opening-of-queenstowns-skifields-tomorrow/ 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 have had eight solid days of snow making, mixed in with natural snowfall.  He says there's more than a metre of snow on the main trails and both skifields should have their main chairlifts running, providing a chance at top to bottom skiing across the mountain.  Mount Hutt attempted to open this morning but rainfall caused the snowpack to become unstable, pushing launch day to tomorrow.  LISTEN ABOVE  Thu, 12 Jun 2025 22:30:58 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/helen-clarke-former-prime-minister-on-the-us-reviewing-aukus/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/helen-clarke-former-prime-minister-on-the-us-reviewing-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 it meets Donald Trump's America First agenda.  It's still unclear what that might mean for New Zealand's potential involvement.  But Clark —the former Prime Minister and UNDP Head— told Ryan Bridge there's a chance Trump could scrap the pact altogether.  She says the leaders of all three countries have changed since the agreement was signed, and the US has become increasingly unpredictable.  LISTEN ABOVE  Thu, 12 Jun 2025 21:48:27 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/mark-mitchell-corrections-minister-on-the-prison-population-will-increasing-by-36-percent-by-2035/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/mark-mitchell-corrections-minister-on-the-prison-population-will-increasing-by-36-percent-by-2035/ 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 2035, to more than 14,000 people. It's prompted concerns for the country's ability to cope with demand.  Mark Mitchell says the Waikeria prison expansion will help provide enough beds.  LISTEN ABOVE Thu, 12 Jun 2025 18:17:34 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/full-show-podcast-13-june-2025/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/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 by 36% over the next 10 years, Corrections Minister Mark Mitchell shares his thoughts. The Ski season kicks off this weekend, NZ Ski Chief Executive Paul Anderson tells Ryan Bridge what people can look forward to. The US is "reviewing" it's AUKUS security pac, Former Prime Minister of New Zealand, Helen Clark shares what this means for New Zealand's position.  Plus UK/Europe Correspondent Vincent McAviney has the latest on the Air India plane crash which killed more than 200 people.  Get the Early Edition Full Show Podcast every weekday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.           LISTEN ABOVE  Thu, 12 Jun 2025 18:08:24 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/tracie-shipton-voyce-whakarongo-mai-chief-executive-says-young-m%C4%81ori-are-over-represented-in-oranga-tamariki/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/tracie-shipton-voyce-whakarongo-mai-chief-executive-says-young-m%C4%81ori-are-over-represented-in-oranga-tamariki/ 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 three-quarters in youth justice custody.  Voyce Whakarongo Mai Chief Executive Tracie Shipton told Ryan Bridge that change is possible.  She says it's a stark reminder if we get in early with wrap around services for whanau and young people, we can make a difference.  LISTEN ABOVE   Wed, 11 Jun 2025 21:57:06 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/robert-patman-international-relations-professor-on-trumps-criticism-of-nz/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/robert-patman-international-relations-professor-on-trumps-criticism-of-nz/ 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 by banning Israel’s finance minister and national security minister from entering the country.   But the US has denounced these sanctions and said that New Zealand should focus on Hamas instead.  International relations professor Robert Patman talks to Ryan Bridges about the situation and what can be expected from both sides going forward.  LISTEN ABOVE       Wed, 11 Jun 2025 21:42:08 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/mitch-mccann-us-correspondent-discusses-trumps-new-deal-with-china/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/mitch-mccann-us-correspondent-discusses-trumps-new-deal-with-china/ 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 in response to the treatment of Chinese students studying in the USA. China also wants the USA to continue exporting semiconductors to China.  President Trump has said that these terms will be met, although current details are unclear.   Although communication between the two nations is positive, the discussion isn’t over yet as McCann says, “it’s a bit of a framework to continue working on a deal.”  LISTEN ABOVE  Wed, 11 Jun 2025 21:22:35 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/sirma-karapeeva-meat-industry-association-chief-executive-on-food-and-fibre-exports-on-track-to-break-records/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/sirma-karapeeva-meat-industry-association-chief-executive-on-food-and-fibre-exports-on-track-to-break-records/ Red meat's among food and fibre exports surging in value, with revenue forecast to surpass $60 billion for the first time. The latest forecasts projects export earnings of $59.9 billion for the year ending later this month.  It's now on track to reach $65.7 billion by 2029. Meat Industry Association Chief Executive Sirma Karapeeva told Ryan Bridge we're seeing strong global demand and healthy prices across key markets. She says there's demand from the US and EU, with a good recovery in exports to China. LISTEN ABOVE Wed, 11 Jun 2025 18:18:40 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/full-show-podcast-12-june-2025/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/full-show-podcast-12-june-2025/ On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Thursday 12th of June 2025, Food and Fibre exports are on track to break new records, Meat Industry Association Chief Executive Sirma Karapeeva, shares her thoughts on how red meat exports are going.  The US has criticised NZ for sanctions on Israel, international relations Professor Robert Patman tell Ryan Bridge how this makes us look.  We've got another report showing some Maori children are falling through the cracks, Voyce CEO Tracey Shipton shares her thoughts.  Plus Mitch McCann has the latest on deal between the US and China.  Get the Early Edition Full Show Podcast every weekday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.           LISTEN ABOVE  Wed, 11 Jun 2025 18:08:19 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/rhys-gardner-gfactor-edge-co-founder-on-their-vr-simulators-fieldays/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/rhys-gardner-gfactor-edge-co-founder-on-their-vr-simulators-fieldays/ Fieldays has opened at Hamilton's Mystery Creek, with 100 thousand visitors expected over the next four days.  1200 vendors will be plying their wares at the Southern Hemisphere's largest agribusiness event, displaying the latest farming innovations.  GFactor Edge co-founder Rhys Gardner is bringing his company’s VR driving simulators to the event – the technology allowing people to learn how to drive heavy machinery in a controlled environment.  He told Ryan Bridge they’re recreating real accidents and near misses and allowing people to experience the outcomes of their decisions.   LISTEN ABOVE  Tue, 10 Jun 2025 23:01:18 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/mike-casey-rewiring-aotearoa-ceo-on-the-queenstown-electrification-accelerator-project/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/mike-casey-rewiring-aotearoa-ceo-on-the-queenstown-electrification-accelerator-project/ Queenstown could soon be leading the world’s renewable energy future.  Rewiring Aotearoa is launching the Queenstown Electrification Accelerator project to speed up the transition to electric machines that run on renewable electricity.  It wants to make it easier for homes and businesses to go electric.  Chief Executive Mike Casey told Ryan Bridge one of the biggest barriers to going solar is the up-front cost.  But he says with some of New Zealand's highest energy prices, Queenstown is the best place to turn renewable.  LISTEN ABOVE  Tue, 10 Jun 2025 22:49:15 Z /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/sarah-helm-drug-foundation-executive-director-on-the-number-of-drug-overdose-deaths-nearly-doubling/ /on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/sarah-helm-drug-foundation-executive-director-on-the-number-of-drug-overdose-deaths-nearly-doubling/ Drug overdose deaths have almost doubled in less than a decade and at the same time, the number of people accessing specialist help is trending downward.   The Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission found 188 people died from an overdose in 2023.  That's more than half the road toll, and more than twice the number of drowning deaths.  Drug Foundation Executive Director Sarah Helm told Ryan Bridge we lose three New Zealanders every week to accidental and preventable drug overdose.   She says at the same time there's been a decline in access to addiction services.  LISTEN ABOVE  Tue, 10 Jun 2025 20:15:59 Z