Mike Hosking is a Talk Host at NewstalkZB. Renowned as New Zealand's leading talk host, he covers a wide range of topics including government and politics, world affairs, and current events, showcasing his sharp wit and insightful commentary. Mike's work has been featured in prominent outlets such as the New Zealand Herald and The New Zealand Initiative.
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Mike Hosking's coverage heavily focuses on government and politics in New Zealand. He often provides expert commentary, opinions, and covers government announcements. If you are looking to reach out to him, consider offering informed perspectives on political developments in New Zealand or providing insights into governmental policies and decisions. Additionally, if you have firsthand knowledge of key government announcements or can provide expert analysis related to New Zealand's political landscape, it may be relevant for his coverage.
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Mike Hosking shares his thoughts on the details, or lack thereof, of Labour's Future Fund policy.
By: Mike Hosking, Newstalk Zb, Benno Blaschke
Dr Benno Blaschke talked to Mike Hosking on Newstalk ZB about his research note Beyond Targets , arguing that housing targets alone are insufficient without addressing the planning rules and zoning that create artificial scarcity. Dr Blaschke proposed an independent expert panel, likening it to a financial adviser for cities, to help councils get the urban economics right rather than leaving housing affordability to political decision-making. Listen below.
Mike Hosking discusses Chris Hipkins, Labour's policies and their lack of details heading into the election.
Mike Hosking shares his thoughts on the Government's proposed overhaul of the public service, including thousands of job cuts.
By: Mike Hosking
Once again we are supposed to be like Amsterdam or New York. Except we aren't and will never be.
Mike Hosking shares his thoughts on Mike Smith's claims corporations and the Government are colluding when it comes to climate change.
Mike Hosking shares his thoughts on the demise of Moana Pasifika and the fact that it got this far.
Mike Hosking shares his thoughts on the data that seems to show people are increasingly looking to the regions for work.
Mike Hosking shares his thoughts on the contents of the 2026 Budget.
By: Mike Hosking
At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all.
