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Australia have won the latest SailGP regatta in Auckland, after beating Spain and Great Britain in the three-team final. The Australians won two fleet races out of seven and had three runner-up finishes to be the top boat heading into the decider. It was disappointment for the Black Foils, who missed out on qualifying for the final by two points. Sportstalk host Jason Pine unpacked the racing action from this morning. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wellington's Homegrown festival is set to move further afield - with organisers claiming it's outgrown the capital. The music festival's been operating at the region's waterfront for 18 years, but it's been revealed this year's upcoming two-day event will be the last held in Wellington before it moves in 2026. Festival director Andrew Tuck says they've been looking to expand Homegrown out further - and there's nowhere else in Wellington that can accommodate demand. "We looked everywhere to see if we could accommodate inside Wellington, we've been looking at that for the last couple of years. And unfortunately, there's nowhere where we could actually move the people in a comfortable fashion that'll actually tick all the boxes."  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let me tell you, it was absolutely no surprise to me to see my Facebook friends going crazy over Trump winning the election last night - and there's been plenty of hysterical predictions now that he's won. My absolute favourite one was from my husband, who said that Trump would take us to the brink of war. Hello - the world is already at war, we don't need to be taken to the brink, we're already there.  We've got two significant wars under way in two of the most worrying parts of the world - Europe and the Middle East - and neither of them are because of Trump, they started under Biden. It's got me thinking - we need a bit of perspective here. People are really losing their minds over this. We cannot predict what is going to happen in the future, but we have the past to guide us. So why don't we compare the last time Trump was President with the most recent period under Biden and see who wins at being the real crazy one here. Because as far as I can see, Biden is the one who's been far worse for New Zeal

Several Greens members have been caught asking to use the private carparks belonging to Wellington retailers for a party event. These retailers were impacted by Green-led cycleway project, which took away on-street parking in the area. Independent Business and Residential Group chairwoman Urmila Bhana says this cycleway has negatively impacted several businesses. "Businesses are down 60, 80, 100 percent, they're either moving, closing, or heading into liquidation. And that's nothing to do with the recession, it's the carpark removal." LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newsflash: Tui 'Yeah Right' billboard accused of being bad taste.  Whoa, for a moment there I thought I'd been transported back to 2006. Is it in good taste? No. Of Course not. It's a billboard for a beer company, for goodness' sake. Of course it's in bad taste. I don't think anyone has ever accused Tui of good taste. Given the extent to which the sensational details in the Polkinghorne case have scandalised the nation, it's hardly a surprise to see the billboards pop up. I'll be honest with you: It doesn't upset me. But if I were Pauline Hanna's family I might, quite reasonably, feel a bit miffed at a company trying to cash in on something related to my death.  And here's the thing: Even if it did upset me, sometimes the most effective strategy to oppose something is to contain your outrage.  I actually feel the same way about aspects of the Treaty Principles Bill. I wonder if the most extreme opposition to ACT's proposal might not ultimately help ACT's cause. And perhaps a more considered opp

The Electricity Authority's report in to a toppled pylon has found the collapse was entirely avoidable. The Transpower pylon north of Helensville fell - cutting power to 88,000 people in Northland - after unsupervised, inexperienced maintenance crews undid three legs at once. The report found there was evidence removing all the nuts wasn't a one-off event. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says this incident came with significant economic impacts to Northland. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A charity boat was bringing 147 migrants that they'd rescued in the Mediterranean to Italy but the Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini refused.  This has now come to court and Matteo Salvini is accused of kidnap and dereliction of duty over that refusal to allow the the boat to dock, and prosecutors in Sicily have asked judges to sentence him to 6 years in jail. UK Correspondent Gavin Grey joins the show to talk about this and the Minister who's responsible for tackling corruption in UK financial markets is now alleged to be involved in a massive embezzlement in Bangladesh. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sir Roger Douglas is disappointed with the ACT Party's response to this week's bleak Treasury forecasts.  Douglas supported NZ First MP Shane Jones' response to the figures in which he made in an urgent debate in Parliament.  David Seymour has 'annoyed' his party's founder.  ACT Party Founder Sir Roger Douglas discusses this with Ryan Bridge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 20 December. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

China has been desperate to boost its economy but the consumer does not want to spend.  Youth unemployment is close to 20% in the country, which is a contributor factor as well as worries around healthcare.  The South Korean Government has voted to impeach President Yoon and now the constitutional court has 180 days to review that decision.  There is a potential for a merger between two car makers Nissan and Honda.  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's my last day at work for the year... and I'm off to the beach... Every year... because I'messentially an angry and quite grumpy person.... I go to the beach and I get mad. Angry at people doing dumb stuff... The problem with the beach is it's public. I can't yet afford my own private one. Until then... here's my top five 5 things NOT to do at the beach this summer: Rubbish Bins. They get full quickly. So everybody just piles their shit sky-high a biohazard version of jenga. Don't do that... it's unsightly. If the bins are full please dispose of your rubbish in the ocean... It's far less visible to your fellow beachgoers.. Seriously... Though... Just put it in the boot and take it home. Or. Save it up all summer and do a mass dumping at the council chambers in January. Music. Just Don't. You may like Coldplay or Cardi B, others prefer the soothing sound of the actual ocean. It's quite hard to hear with Chris Martin whaling out of your stupid UE boom. The beach (and the bush, for that matter) are not just

Tonight on the Huddle, Newstalk ZB Sports News Director Clay Wilson and Sports Journalist Jim Kayes discuss all things sport of the week.  The Huddle agrees Liam Lawson bagging a spot on Red Bull's team is an example of perseverance and talent.  ESports are disappointed because they have missed out on funding this week. The Huddle discusses.  How do we feel about sport on Christmas day?  This and more on The Huddle. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

YouTuber Mr Beast has come out with his own reality TV show called Beast Games.  The show will see one thousand contestants playing to win a grand prize of $5 million.  Entertainment reporter Richard Martin joins the show to discuss this and the new 'Bluey' movie on its way.  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Palmerston North Hospital is cutting back on some of its bowel cancer screening procedures, and Health New Zealand is unable to say if this is happening in other regions around the country.  852 patients who are at a high risk of developing cancer are on the waiting list for a colonoscopy in Palmerston North. Professor and Medical advisor at Bowel Cancer New Zealand Frank Frizelle said this will result in people having cancer who otherwise would not.  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UnitedHealthcare CEO shooter Luigi Mangione has been extradited to New York. Earlier this week the 26-year-old faced 11 charges at the state level, but now the FBI and and the US government have levelled federal charges against him.  41% of young voters say the killing of the UnitedHealthcare CEO was acceptable, according to new research.  The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a month-long ban on drone flights over much of New Jersey after thousands of drones flew over military bases.  International Correspondent Mitch McCan joins the show.  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labour's finance spokesperson Barbara Edmonds has posted to Facebook an incorrect graph that claims the Ardern-Hipkins government has reduced New Zealand's debt by $31 billion in its second term. Finance Minister Nicola Willis said Edmonds mistake was extraordinary fiscal ignorance.  The government is pushing forward with replacing the Air Force's passenger jets despite the current economic climate.  Labour, Te Pāti Māori and the Greens are figuring out ways to team up.  Senior Political Correspondent Barry Soper talks with Ryan Bridge.  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What everyone hoped would happen has happened: A kiwi has made it to a full time drive with Formula One.  Liam Lawson goes into the Red Bull team alongside big name Max Verstappen.  Auckland FC will play back at home tomorrow.  Weekend Sport host Jason Pine think they are able to keep their winning momentum going, despite a few injuries among the players.  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liam Lawson has been promoted into Red Bull's senior team in Formula One. He'll race alongside Max Verstappen next season after Red Bull parted ways with Sergio Perez.  Founder of the Toyota Racing Series Barrie Thomlinson says Red Bull will have chosen Lawson based on his future talent.  Thomlison says if Lawson performs at a high level, he will likely be the person to replace Max Verstappen.  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new study has revealed the amount of steps you take per day could lead to a reduction in depression symptoms. Spanish researchers have debunked the earlier finding that 10,000 steps a day is the optimal amount - and revealed that 7,000 will translate to better mental health outcomes. UK correspondent Enda Brady unpacks the results of the study - and reveals the role step trackers can play in generating positive results. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over in the US, share prices have slumped after the US Federal Reserve hinted at a slower than expected pace for rate cuts in the new year. The Federal Reserve set its key lending rate in a target range of 4.25 percent to 4.5 percent - down a full percentage point since September. Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.