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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Tuesday the 11th of August 2026, Not every council is happy about the attempted forced amalgamation by central government, Manawatu Mayor Michael Ford shares his thoughts.
It seems the Christchurch Council is backing Sir Graham Lowe's NRL Southern Orca's bid, Newstalk ZB Canterbury Sports Commentator Nick Bewley tells Ryan how likely it is team will come together.
Contact Energy's reported a record net profit of $423 million, Shareholders Association CEO Oliver Mander shares his thoughts on if power prices will come down.
Plus Australia Correspondent Donna Demaio has the latest on calls for Anthony Albanese to apologise over claims he’s insulted the Japanese Prime Minister and south Australia announces a royal commission into artificial intelligence.
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