The Mike Hosking Breakfast

It’s been a summer to remember for L.A.B.   Last year they announced a run of three outdoor concerts over the summer, with one in Tauranga, one over the ditch in the Gold Coast, and the final one in Auckland.  The first two shows saw rave reviews, and this weekend will see L.A.B return to Auckland for the first time in four years, performing alongside Stan Walker.  Four years is quite a stretch, but L.A.B Frontman Joel Shadbolt confessed he hadn’t realised it’d been that long.  “We’ve been doing lots of stuff overseas, so we’ve been over to the States a couple of times,” he explained.  “But in regards to New Zealand shows, we just, we’ve been hitting the, y’know, the smaller cities, the smaller towns.”  “This year we thought, yeah, we’d better come back up to the big smoke.”   Shadbolt described the band’s partnership with Walker as a “good musical marriage”.  He told Hosking that their bands complement each other, and they’ve got a good crossover with the demographic.  “He’s just an incredible singer, and you know, a great guy to jam with.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 27th of January, we take a look at what’s happening with the Government’s retail crime advisory group after three of its five members resigned.   The Prime Minister is on after Auckland Anniversary to discuss the response to the severe weather damage, Winston Peters’ comments on WHO, and when electioneering will begin.   And L.A.B frontman Joel Shadbolt is back to talk their summer of concerts and this weekend’s performance in Auckland – the first in four years.   Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand Rugby interim boss Steve Lancaster has clarified the organisation's position on the appointment of a replacement for former coach Scott Robertson with less than two years until the World Cup. The successful candidate must be a New Zealander with international experience in a head role. Lancaster says that with only two years until the World Cup, they simply don’t have time for someone to find their feet at this level, so they’re looking for someone that can hit the ground running. He told Mike Hosking it’s very much a point in time criteria given where we’re at in the cycle, and the overall context. Lancaster says assistants will be decided once the initial set-up is in place. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister says today's the day the Government's preparing a support package the areas severely damaged by recent weather.   Recovery efforts are in their sixth day at Mount Maunganui, where six people are still missing in the aftermath of a large landslide.   Local states of emergency remain in place for the Tairawhiti regions, Whangarei, Thames Coromandel and Hauraki Districts, and the Bay of Plenty.   Christopher Luxon told Mike Hosking he's meeting with Cabinet this morning to discuss funding that's needed immediately.  He says different areas need different support, and they will spend whatever they need to.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new report's found New Zealand could reduce peak electricity demand by as much as a quarter by moving to off peak hours.   The analysis by the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority found $3 billion could be saved without changing how people live and work.   Chief Executive Marcos Pelenur told Mike Hosking it's done using new technology that anyone can use, including industry.   He says with "smart controllers" people can shift when they use energy.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New passport rules for Brits living in New Zealand are causing some angst.   Dual nationals will now be required to have a UK passport to enter their home country and can no longer rely on an electronic travel authorisation.   Managing Director and Immigration Lawyer at Queen City Law, Marcus Beveridge, told Mike Hosking the UK Government is pulling their socks up on security.  He says they will have a better idea of who is crossing the border, all of which has biometric and biographic and contact details attached to it.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Justice Minister's dismissing suggestions there's an issue within the Ministerial Advisory Group for victims of retail crime amid resignations.  Three of the five members have resigned in recent weeks including Michael Bell, Lindsay Rowles, and Retail NZ Chief Executive Carolyn Young.   Young says her relationship with its chairman Sunny Kaushal became untenable.  Kaushal's refused an interview but says it's well known himself and Young have different views on the group's recommendations.   Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith told Mike Hosking it's a total beat-up.  He says the group's been very productive with two of the five promoted into higher jobs, with one member not happy.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 26th of January, we get the latest from Tauranga mayor Mahe Drysdale on the slip and the review. Should retail stores be changing their hours to better serve customers? Andrew Saville and Jason Pine cover Sam Ruthe, Wayne Smith and why the All Blacks are playing a game in Baltimore. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The dream continues for a teen running sensation, Sam Ruth. He became the fastest ever 16-year-old to run the mile following this weekend's Cook's Classic.  He stopped the clock at 3:53.83, but he was beaten by fellow runner Sam Tanner, who is 25. Father Ben Ruthe told Andrew Dickens that, "we just want to keep giving him the opportunity to do what he loves." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some renters across the country feel they're still being unfairly rejected for owning pets, despite recent legislation changes. New rules came into force in December, making it easier for renters with pets,  by requiring reasonable grounds for refusal if landlords don't want animals on their properties. Some renters fear nothing has changed, and enforcement of the rules is needed. Aspire Property Managing Director Mike Atkinson says landlords can always choose lower risk tenancy applicants. He says there's nothing in the new laws that say landlords can't just choose someone without a pet. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.