October 13: With only a day of voting left, and hours left of the actual campaign, for this last episode before Election Day, Hamish talks to NZ Herald editor at large Shayne Currie and Markets with Madison host Madison Reidy, who will be fronting the Herald's election coverage tomorrow night. They discuss the best and worst performers on the campaign, the politicians who surprised us, the policies that sparked more debate than usual, and share their predictions for the final result. Host: Hamis...
Oct 13, 2023•13 min
October 12: There is a little over 48 hours to go until polling booths close, and the parties are still out in force as advanced voting suggests a huge undecided vote, with mudslinging continuing between Labour and National. And NZ Herald political writer Michael Neilson joins to discuss the state of the Māori electorates and how many could change hands. Host: Georgina Campbell Producer: Ethan Sills See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Oct 12, 2023•17 min
October 11: Chris Hipkins and Christopher Luxon have faced the Herald's PM Job Interview to test their skills for the country's top job, as they continue their final days of campaigning ahead of Election Day. And NZ Herald senior writer Simon Wilson joins the podcast to dissect the races for Epsom and Tamaki that are seeing potential coalition partners National and Act go head to head. Host: Hamish Fletcher Producer: Ethan Sills See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Oct 11, 2023•17 min
October 10: A shock death on the campaign trail has revealed some of the more interesting elements of our electoral law, sparking a by-election to take place next month, as well as spotlighting the complex overhang rule that can increase the size of our Parliament. To explain what these laws means, and the Sainte-Laguë method that determines Parliament's makeup, we hear from lawyer Graeme Edgeler and NZ Herald head of data Chris Knox. And our latest electoral spotlight heads to the east coast to...
Oct 10, 2023•22 min
October 9: We are just five sleeps away from Election Day, but some parties are already discussing a second election. Thomas Coughlan joins to dissect if those concerns are valid, and previews the final week of the campaign. Plus, a shock death on the campaign trail has sparked a by-election. And Georgina Campbell joins to discuss what could happen in Hutt South and Ōhāriu. You can experience the Herald's election model here: https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/politics/election-2023-can-labour-win-fr...
Oct 09, 2023•20 min
October 6: NZ Herald political reporter Adam Pearse joins the podcast to discuss the latest debate between the minor parties, and the growing tension between Act and NZ First. And speaking of minor parties, Newstalk ZB Christchurch reporter Georgia O'Connor-Harding joins to discuss the race for Ilam, which has garnered national attention due to TOP's Raf Manji making a strong fight for the seat to get his party into Parliament. Host: Georgina Campbell Producer: Ethan Sills See omnystudio.com/lis...
Oct 06, 2023•20 min
October 5: The battle over National's tax policy came up again today thanks to new analysis, while allegations of candidates being targeted resurfaced as well. And Georgina pops up to analyse the race for Wellington Central and Rongotai - two seats the Greens hope to take from Labour. Host: Hamish Fletcher Producer: Ethan Sills See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 05, 2023•15 min
October 4th: As the main parties move on from the debate over a debate, the tension turns towards National's promise to cut the Regional Fuel Tax in Auckland - something Auckland's Mayor doesn't want. Plus, Labour targets the Defence Force as Act targets red tape, and some unwanted analysis from one of the world's top banks. Plus, NZ Herald writer David Fisher joins to go inside the race for Northland. Host: Georgina Campbell Producer: Ethan Sills See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...
Oct 04, 2023•20 min
October 3: The political discourse today was dictated by the ongoing argument about The Press debate, and who has said what from both parties. And NZ Herald senior writer Simon Wilson joins to discuss the races for Auckland Central and Mt Albert - two electorates the Greens hope will be theirs come Election Day. Host: Hamish Fletcher Producer: Ethan Sills See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 03, 2023•14 min
October 2nd: There are less than two weeks to go until Election Day, and one of our leaders is down with Covid. NZ Herald deputy editor Thomas Coughlan joins Georgina to discuss what it means for Labour now that Chris Hipkins is out with Covid, and how this has led to an argument about debate schedules. Plus, manifestos and priorities are released, and Winston Peters sparks headlines for the wrong reasons. Host: Georgina Campbell Producer: Ethan Sills See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...
Oct 02, 2023•15 min
September 29th: National finally released its fiscal policy today, and it has already sparked strong words from Labour. And claims of race-baiting take up oxygen on the campaign trail. Deputy political editor Thomas Coughlan joins us again to dissect the fiscal policies, and also recaps the 21st edition of Mood of the Boardroom. Host: Hamish Fletcher Producer: Ethan Sills Editor: Paddy Fox See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 29, 2023•11 min
September 28: In a bumper episode of On the Campaign, Georgina is joined first by NZ Herald editor at large Shayne Currie to discuss the Newshub leaders' debate and which leader came out on top - and which answer sparked the worst response from the crowd. And then she talks with Wellington reporter Melissa Nightingale about the latest Parliament protest. Plus, new policies from Act, a commitment from National, and strong words from Labour. Host: Georgina Campbell Producer: Ethan Sills See omnyst...
Sep 28, 2023•19 min
September 27: Labour has released their fiscal policy detailing how they will pay for things - and took aim at National in the process. And as the second televised debate goes to air, the focus turns to advanced and early voting - NZ Herald head of data Chris Knox joins to discuss the stats and what influence those early decisions have. Host: Hamish Fletcher Producer: Ethan Sills See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 27, 2023•11 min
September 26: All parties dipped their toes into the policy announcement pool today, with National targeting beneficiaries, Labour boosting Pharmac, and Greens supporting new families. Plus, NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann joins to discuss a financial debate he moderated and how Grant Robertson and Nicola Willis are performing on the campaign. Host: Georgina Campbell Producer: Ethan Sills See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 26, 2023•13 min
September 25: A busy weekend of policy announcements preceded one of the most important weeks of the campaign, with advanced voting starting overseas and early voting kicking off from next week. Today, Hamish is joined by deputy political editor Thomas Coughlan for his analysis of the latest policy announcements, the significance of this week, and what to make of Christopher Luxon's decision about NZ First. Host: Hamish Fletcher Producer: Ethan Sills See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...
Sep 25, 2023•17 min
September 22: Four of the minor party leaders faced off in their first televised debate of the campaign. NZ Herald senior writer Simon Wilson was there and joined Georgina for a rundown of how it all went, and which leader emerged victorious. Plus, Labour and National recommit to free lunches and the economy, Act wants to reverse an over-the-counter drug ban, and more accusations of MPs bullying staffers. Host: Georgina Campbell Producer: Ethan Sills See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...
Sep 22, 2023•16 min
September 21: Positive economic news released today was interpreted very differently by Labour and National, while Act released their slightly complex alternative budget. New policy promises target foreign students and hospitals, while deputy political editor Thomas Coughlan joins to discuss "one of the most serious claims made on the campaign" around petrol prices and the cost of carbon. Host: Georgina Campbell Producer: Ethan Sills See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 20, 2023•14 min
September 20th: NZ Herald editor at large Shayne Currie joins Georgina to recap and review the first televised leaders debate, and declares an unexpected true winner from the event. Plus, Act announces their education policy, there are some Government announcements, and Christopher Luxon milks a goat. Host: Georgina Campbell Producer: Ethan Sills See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 20, 2023•15 min
September 19: There's only been one major story of the campaign today, and its for an event that hasn't happened yet. NZ Herald political editor Claire Trevett joins Georgina to discuss what to expect from the first televised debate tonight, and how important it could be for the respective campaigns. Host: Georgina Campbell Producer: Ethan Sills See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 19, 2023•10 min
September 18th: It was a quiet weekend for most of the political parties, except for Act, who had their campaign launch hijacked by Freedoms NZ. NZ Herald's Adam Pearse joins Georgina to recap those events. And to today's news, resurfaced comments about fluoride from a National candidate put the pressure on Luxon today, while Labour focused on solar panels. Host: Georgina Campbell Producer: Ethan Sills See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 18, 2023•18 min
September 15th: Two debates - the ASB Great Debate and a rural issues debate - drew huge interest last night. Queenstown-based Herald reporter Derek Cheng and debate moderator Heather du Plessis-Allan join the podcast today to give their thoughts on how they turned out. Plus, a slew of new policy promises from National, Labour and Act, one politician promises to resign if a policy doesn't pan out, and a shocking death threat on the campaign. Host: Hamish Fletcher Producer: Ethan Sills Editor: Sh...
Sep 15, 2023•16 min
September 14th: Three economists have come out against National's foreign buyer tax plan, saying it is 'beyond comprehension' with the possibility of creating a $2 billion hole in their tax plans. So why won't the party release their workings for it, and will it damage them in the polls? NZ Herald deputy political editor Thomas Coughlan joins Georgina to provide his analysis. Plus, National targets farmers, Chris Hipkins heads to the West Coast, and a climate change debate gets tense. Host: Geor...
Sep 14, 2023•15 min
September 13th: We're over a week into the election campaign, and the steady stream of policy announcements from the major parties is becoming more of a trickle, as parties hone in on their key pledges they hope will woo voters in their direction. However, Labour and Act found new policies to announce today, while National is still being grilled on their tax plans. And as eyes turn towards the debates, are the Chrises ready to face off? Hosted by Hamish Fletcher Produced by Ethan Sills Edited by...
Sep 13, 2023•8 min
September 12th: It was all about the PREFU - Pre-election Economic and Fiscal Update - today, which arrived with some good news and big warnings. Georgina is joined by NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny to discuss what the fiscal forecasts shows. Plus, Adam Pearse details a weird moment on the campaign between National and the Taxpayers Union. Host: Georgina Campbell Producer: Ethan Sills Editor: Shaun D Wilson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 12, 2023•16 min
September 11th: A lot can change in a few days during an election campaign. A rough interview has seen Christopher Luxon take a hit as National's financial policy continues to face scrutiny, while Chris Hipkins enjoys a bounce back after a week of tough questions. Hamish is joined today by deputy political editor Thomas Coughlan to discuss the weekend in policy announcements and performances. Hosted by Hamish Fletcher Produced by Ethan Sills Edited by Shaun D. Wilson For more Election 2023 cover...
Sep 11, 2023•14 min
September 8th: On today's episode, host Georgina Campbell is joined first by Herald deputy political editor Thomas Coughlan to discuss the concerns raised over false claims Labour has made, and then by Media Insider himself Shayne Currie on his revelations around TVNZ's safety changes for reporters. Plus, a new policy from National will tackle literacy, and Labour wants to make it easier to retrofit your house. And Parliament is officially dissolved. Hosted by Georgina Campbell Produced by Ethan...
Sep 08, 2023•17 min
September 7th: On today's recap, Hamish Fletcher hosts as National is trying to woo overseas workers, Act is trying to lure Barbie fans, and Labour is trying to lure new cops. Plus, Herald crime writer Sam Sherwood discusses the death of Farzana Yaquibi, who was murdered by a stalker, which has inspired both parties to commit to change. Hosted by Hamish Fletcher Produced by Ethan Sills Edited by Paddy Fox For more Election 2023 coverage, head to nzherald.co.nz. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...
Sep 07, 2023•12 min
September 6th: On the campaign trail today, Labour set out their economic priorities and named their next big trade deal desire, National faces economic scrutiny while targeting electric vehicles, and NZ Herald political editor Claire Trevett joins Georgina to analyse the state of the race so far. Hosted by Georgina Campbell Produced by Ethan Sills Edited by Paddy Fox For more Election 2023 coverage, head to nzherald.co.nz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 06, 2023•15 min
The election campaign is heating up - so for the next two months, On the Tiles will be bringing you On the Campaign, a daily podcast hosted by Georgina Campbell and Hamish Fletcher. Each evening, we'll wrap up the big stories from the day, with analysis on what this all means for you. Episodes kick off from September 6th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 04, 2023•42 sec
In December 2022, Thomas had a slight public back and forth with Broadcasting Minister Willie Jackson over a "trainwreck" interview. Nine months on, and with Parliament coming to an end, the two are letting bygones be bygones as they look back on the last two terms in Government for Labour, Jackson's role in helping found Te Pāti Māori, and how the Te Pāti Māori electorates could go during the election. Thomas will be back as host in October - tune in daily from Wednesday, September 6th for dail...
Sep 01, 2023•34 min
