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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge

Newstalk ZB
New Zealand
Inflation
Reserve Bank Of New Zealand
Wellington, New Zealand
Iran
Strait Of Hormuz
Artificial Intelligence
Labour Party
Donald Trump
United States
Remand Prisoners
China
Auckland
Australia
New Zealand Politics
Christchurch
Retail NZ
Fonterra
New Zealand Police
Auckland, New Zealand

A fresh and intelligent start to your day - catch the very latest international and domestic news developments, sport, entertainment and business on Early Edition with Ryan Bridge, on Newstalk ZB.

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Latest Episodes

House prices still seem to be going in the wrong direction.

Cotality’s latest Home Value Index shows the national median fell 0.2% in June.

Average values are down 0.8% for the previous quarter, 0.9% year on year, and 17.5% on the early 2022 pe... more

An economist believes there could be merit to introducing a capital gains tax as the International Monetary Fund releases New Zealand's report card.

The IMF's recommending spending cuts and continued tax rises to support this.

It also suggests... more

An Associate Health Minister says cost is not longer a deterrent for smoking as she considers a review of the tobacco excise tax.

Earlier this week authorities seized more than a 1.3 million cigarettes and made five arrests across Rotorua, Waikat... more

On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Thursday 2nd of July 2026, the IMF's given New Zealand a fairly positive report card, Kelly Eckhold Westpac Chief Economist shares his thoughts.

House prices still going in the wrong direction... more

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Richard Chambers
Police Commissioner, under investigation for allegations of inappropriate conduct
New Zealand Police
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 26 June 2026
Simeon Brown
National Party Energy Spokesperson
National Party
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 26 June 2026
Jen Toope
Greenpeace campaigner
Greenpeace
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 26 June 2026
Colin McDonald
Former Internal Affairs Chief Executive
None (reviewer)
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 26 June 2026
Vincent McEvaney
UK Europe correspondent
Independent journalist
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 26 June 2026
Michael Morrow
Herald Senior Investigative Reporter
Herald
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 26 June 2026
Gen Toop
Greenpeace campaigner
Greenpeace
Episode: Gen Toop: Green Peace Campaigner on Tama Potaka backing down on Conservation
Lee Marshall
Managing Partner at Hunter Campbell
Hunter Campbell
Episode: Lee Marshall: Hunter Campbell Managing Partner on the Mood of the CFO survey showing optimism
Sonya Rockhouse
Pike River Campaigner
Pike River Survivors
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 25 June 2026

Hosts

Ryan Bridge
Host of Early Edition, focuses on news and policy with a business-friendly posture.
Andrew Dickens
Budget commentary host; hosts segments related to business and policy with practical tax and budget framing.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 82 ratings
  • WONDERFUL

    I’ve been a fan of Ryan’s dry, snappy and well thought out broadcasts for the past few years. When Kate Hawksby left I couldn’t imagine who could possibly follow, but by god Ryan’s done it!

    He presents the facts, asks the questions we all want answered and is relentless in his approach. Couldn’t imagine a better result.

    Early Edition is saved!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Roxyross2
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Not an original podcast

    Not a real podcast - just snippets from Kate’s radio show posted as podcast content

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Rosey9697
    New Zealand4 years ago
  • Leaning

    This station certainly leans to the ‘right’ in this weird woke world. But that’s obvious and god knows we need something to balance out the bias in the other direction.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    churr boss
    New Zealand5 years ago
  • Biased media

    Nothing more than a biased and bigoted right wing mouthpiece for the National party.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SkyBull1
    New Zealand5 years ago
  • Bias

    It is not true.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    marsclick
    New Zealand6 years ago

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Balanced, concise updates with strong policy insight.
Some listeners feel the show leans right on politics.
High-quality guests who explain budget implications clearly.
Occasional bias comments noted by some listeners.

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Sonya Rockhouse: Pike River Campaigner on New Zealand First's querying amendments to the Health and Safety at Work Act
Q: Do you trust him? Do you think he says he will back or reverse the bill if in government?
Sonya explains that trust has to be earned given past statements, noting that Peters has shown willingness to act in safety matters but remains influenced by political pressure.
Sonya Rockhouse: Pike River Campaigner on New Zealand First's querying amendments to the Health and Safety at Work Act
Q: Good. How are you feeling about this to and fro of Winston Peters and all this politicking?
The host expresses concern about the shifting rhetoric, and Sonya emphasizes the persistent safety concerns and the need for a stable, workable framework that protects workers while addressing industry concerns.
Oliver Mander: Shareholders Association CEO on A2 Milk getting approval to sell infant formula to China
Q: Does this regulatory approval guarantee sales into China?
No, regulatory approval does not guarantee sales; there is still work to be done to market the products in China, though the approvals support a potential increase in revenue and cash flow.
Oliver Mander: Shareholders Association CEO on A2 Milk getting approval to sell infant formula to China
Q: So just confirming what was expected.
The guest suggests the purchase price was around $280 million, with some cash retained until regulatory approvals were in place; the completion enables the possibility of an additional $100 million in revenue tied to new product lines and Chinese market access.
Full Show Podcast: 09 June 2026
Q: Why is the QE2 National Trust funding increase considered important?
It supports biodiversity on private land, helps farmers with fencing and trapping, and strengthens land preservation while expanding protected areas.

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What is Early Edition about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A morning program that blends fast-paced news, economics, politics, and local issues with practical insight from guests who sit at the intersection of policy and business. Episodes frequently cover NZ fiscal policy, budget implications, monetary policy, and sector-specific concerns such as education and farming, often featuring economists, ministers, and industry leaders. The show's strengths appear to be in-depth budget analysis, timely market context, and real-world viewpoints from senior policy-makers and business executives, making it a go-to for listeners who want a concise briefing plus expert interpretation. Noteworthy is the mix of现场 reporting, policy critique, and perspectives from both government-facing and industry voices, which ... more

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