There are many different ways of seeking financial advice and new DIY ways of investing, but how does that impact the method of stock-picking - and have we become overconfident in stock picking? Ben Brinkerhoff, the Head of Advice at Consilium, joined the Weekend Collective to give his insight. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lesleigh from Triton Hearing joined the Weekend Collective to chat about the varying degrees of hearing loss - as well as what tips we have to prevent hearing loss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Politics Central, Maritime Union spokesperson Victor Billot claimed cancelling the upgrade of the existing Interisland ferry fleet with two large ferries was a critical error from the Government, and Friday's Aratere grounding was a long time coming after years of warnings. Later, Children's Minister Karen Chhour unveiled her plan to cut down youth offending by introducing a new declaration for young offenders to ensure they face tougher consequences and are better supported to...

The Children's Minister says initiatives to address youth crime will provide needed consequences for young offenders. The Government is proposing to introduce a Youth Serious Offender declaration, meaning the courts could send them to a military style academy. Legislation will be introduced before the end of the year, while a pilot academy begins in Palmerston North at the end of July. Karen Chhour says we can't keep letting young offenders keep causing harm in local communities. LISTEN...

Several inquiries are underway after a suspected steering problem saw the Interisland ferry Aratere run aground near Picton. On Friday night, the ship became grounded. It was re-floated successfully last night on the high tide. Maritime Union spokesperson Victor Billot believes it could be a while before the ship is back sailing. "They're going to have to look at the steering system, obviously, they're going to have to look the hull...it's going to be a long time." LISTEN ABOVE See...

What do you do when your child want to pursue a career that will make life financially tough - and is it okay to discourage them from pursuing their dreams? Expert Sara Chatwin joins the Weekend Collective to discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The average price of a house in Rotorua has risen to $746,000 after the city’s average residential property values increased by 0.4 per cent in three months. With that in mind, where and how should you find your first investment property? Expert Ed Mcknight joins the Weekend Collective to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the Panel Tim Beveridge was joined by Shane Te Pou and Leeann Watson to discuss the hot topics from the week.  Tama Poutaka has said some endangered native species may have to go extinct because it would be too expensive to save them all and soon every public school classroom in Louisiana will be ordered to display a poster of the Ten Commandments. Christchurch has been ranked as New Zealand's happiest city, and it's been 60 years since The Beatles landed in Wellington for their...

Chris Di Leva from Harbour Asset Management joins the Weekend Collective to discuss the world of bond markets - and if they make for a safe investment. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Psychotherapist Kyle MacDonald joins the Weekend Collective to discuss the rise in diagnosing adult ADHD. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Politics Central, Otago University international relations expert Robert Patman discusses whether peace in Ukraine is possible as world leaders gather in Switzerland to try and build support for Ukraine’s peace proposals - and if Putin's 'unrealistic' offer is cause for hope. Later, Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety, Brooke van Velden, talks about the Government's announcement of a roadshow consultation on work health and safety.  LISTEN ABOVE See...

Russian President Vladimir Putin's demands for a ceasefire have been rejected by European leaders at a Ukraine summit. The leaders of Italy and Germany have lambasted Putin's proposals, which included Ukraine handing over more territory to Russia. It comes as world leaders meet in Switzerland to discuss ending the conflict. New Zealand foreign affairs expert professor Robert Patman says Putin wants the invasion to be internationally recognised. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for...

What's anxiety and what is an anxiety disorder? Expert Dougal Sutherland joins the Weekend Collective to discuss whether stress and anxiety are pivotal to growth and maturity as a child. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Property commentators seem to think that housing market is back in a slump - so how long will we be in this slump, and who's to blame? Helen O'Sullivan from Valocity Global joins the Weekend Collective to give her take. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government is scrapping lower road speed limits by July 2025, as we go up to 120km, new laws to allow Australian workers to ignore calls outside work hours could be introduced, so should NZ adopt the same rule, and is tasering a pitch invader at a sports game too far or does it send the right message to potential trouble makers. Join me, Jo McCarroll & Mark Crysell as we wrap the week on The Panel.  LISTEN ABOVE.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Politics Central, Minister Shane Jones has confirmed the Government will lift the ban on oil and gas exploration, as he believes New Zealand's natural gas reserves were declining and sustainable sources like wind, solar and hydro were too inconsistent. Later, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey joined in to discuss the significance of Men's Health Week. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Men’s Health Week is set to run from June 10-16, encouraging men to get on top of their wellbeing – both physical and mental. New Zealand still has one of the highest rates of youth suicide in the developed world, and many are suffering from some strain of mental distress. Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey joined the Weekend Collective to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shane Jones says oil and gas exploration is necessary to deal with energy security issues, as natural gas reserves rapidly decline. The Government is reversing the oil and gas exploration ban, beyond onshore Taranaki. It comes after around 20,000 people marched in Central Auckland yesterday, to protest the Fast Track Approvals Bill. Resources Minister Shane Jones says about 20 percent of all our energy needs are related to gas. "Because of the chilling effect of Jacinda Ardern's...

In a world where kids have access to everything, how often do you adhere to parental guidance when watching mature content with your kids? Kathryn Berkett from Engage Training joins the Weekend Collective to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As unemployment rises, commentators fear that this may be scaring off first-home buyers. Do job prospects affect the buyer markets? Debbie Prentice from The Property Apprentice joins the Weekend Collective to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the Panel, Tim Beveridge was joined by Niva Retimanu and Pete Wolfkamp to discuss this week’s most interesting stories.  On the agenda this week was Transport Minister Simeon Brown's $4 billion national fund to fix the potholes, Lotto reaching $50 million, and the Australian Idol winner dividing State of Origin fans over his unique rendition of the national anthem. 57-year-old Mike Tyson is taking on Youtuber Jake Paul in the boxing ring, and was it bravery or foolishness for...

This week on Politics Central, Otago University's Robert Patman shares his thoughts on the implications of Donald Trump's guilty verdict - and what it means for the upcoming US election. Later, ACT's David Seymour discusses last week's 2024 Budget - and weighs in on Te Pati Māori calling for their own Government. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Associate Health Minister David Seymour believes the Government can justify spending more on cancer medication. Finance Minister Nicola Willis has vowed they will deliver on spending $280 million on 13 new drugs - an election campaign promise they weren't able to deliver in the Budget. She told TVNZ's Q&A that an announcement on the drugs is coming very soon. But Mr Seymour says they have to figure out how to spend more while saving across the rest of the system. "That's going to be a...

There's fears of further polarisation in the US regardless of whether Donald Trump wins the election. The former President's been convicted on all 34 counts of falsifying business records before the 2016 election. He also faces further legal battles, including his handling of classified documents and his role in the Capitol Hill riots. Otago University professor Robert Patman fears violence may be possible. "Either because Mr Trump doesn't win the election - or if he makes good on his...