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The Black Caps played against England in the latest T20 match against England, and the result was underwhelming. The Black Caps ended up falling behind and losing to England by 20 runs. They could still bounce back in their upcoming match against Ireland on Friday, but tonight's result was a significant loss. D'Arcy Waldegrave, host of Sportstalk, broke down the disappointing results from last night.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pharmac has recently decided to re-evaluate their policy that paediatric cancer medication is automatically funded without an assessment.  Pharmac has always automatically funded all medicine used to treat paediatric cancer, and this policy has been in place since 2005. Patient Voice Aotearoa advocate Fiona Tolich doesn't approve that re-evaluating this policy is even up for discussion, and that more medical treatments should receive automatic funding, as opposed to less. "It's the one area of cancer where our outcomes are better than Australia, and we're consulting around changing it. It just doesn't make any sense." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over in the UK, computers and 3D machining robots have made perfect replicas of Greek marble sculptures. The computers have used the Greek marble statues taken from the Parthenon and recreated them perfectly with the robots crafting them. UK correspondent Josella Waldren explained what this technology could mean for the British Museum, as there has been some debate over whether or not they should return the original sculptures. Josella Waldren poses this question- could these recreated versions be used in museums instead?  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's Reserve Bank has lifted its cash rate by 25 basis points to 2.85 percent. The Central Bank says it remains resolute in its determination to get inflation back between 2 and 3 percent. HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham explained that this rate hike was mostly expected, according to data from economists. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Country's Jamie Mackay recently had an opinion piece out in the New Zealand Herald about why this Government is so reviled by the rural sector. The piece described how Kiwi farmers have been responding to the Government in recent months, and how the latest emissions tax scheme has been poorly received. Jamie Mackay expanded on the piece further and share how the rural sector can stand up to the emissions tax in the future. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Huddle: We were joined by Ali Jones from Red PR and Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute to discuss the following topics- and more!  Farmers are trying to crowdfund to try save this station from being turned into carbon farming- is this a turning point? It was Melbourne Cup day today, did you watch it? What did you think? Te Whatu Ora chair Rob Campbell says he wants nurses to be on the green list for immigration, why isn't this the case already? AT permanently cancelling 1000 busses so the remaining busses have more chances of being on time / running. How is this the solution to our public transport woes? Chrissy Teigen released a suspiciously similar cake box mix to Jordan (the Caker) shortly after they collaborated. How uncool is this? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chief Executive of NZ King Salmon has resigned effective immediately earlier today. Grant Rosewarne has been CEO there for 13 years and hasn't given any explanation for his departure so far. Pattrick Smellie from BusinessDesk explained why this may have happened, as Grant Rosewarne had been blamed for the elevated salmon deaths in Marlborough Sounds. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mangaohane Station is currently up for sale, where the land is expected to be converted into carbon credit forestry.  Local farmers want to save Mangaohane Station and keep it as a functional piece of farmland, and they're crowdfunding to save the area from being bought out and used for trees. One farmer who wants to prevent Mangaohane Station from being sold for forestry is Derek Daniell, CEO of Wairere Rams. Derek Daniell explained that the funding might take a while, but the support from the general public was helpful for spreading awareness to save the farm land. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland Transport says it's called for immigration changes to help address bus driver shortages. The organisation has removed nearly 1000 regularly cancelled services from its timetable. Mayor Wayne Brown today called it a public transport crisis and said AT, Waka Kotahi, KiwiRail and the Immigration Minister should move to an emergency footing to maintain services. AT's Richard Harrison says they're short about 500 drivers. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A push to get overseas nurses moved onto the green list for immigration. Te Whatu Ora has decided against moving nurses around the country to help alleviate continued stress on emergency departments. But Board Chair Rob Campbell says an immigration fast track for overseas nurses would be helpful.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier today, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern attended an annual Hui in Auckland where security concerns were discussed.  Following the Hui, she spoke to the media about the problem New Zealand is having with disinformation, and how it's one of the biggest security concerns facing the nation. Political editor Barry Soper explained Jacinda Ardern's statements further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over in Australia, an activist attempted to sabotage the 2022 Melbourne cup in the lead up to the event. This activist poured 1000 litres of oily sludge on the Flemington as a form of protest.  Murray Olds, Australian correspondent, joined us to explain what the activist was aiming to accomplish, as it was believed the activist was motivated by problem gambling. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The next T20 cricket match is scheduled for tonight, with New Zealand expected to face off against England. England had previously been expected to play against Australia last Friday, but the match was abandoned due to rain. D'Arcy Waldegrave, host of Sportstalk, joined us to explain that the weather won't be England's worst concern ahead of the match.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will it be the weather that stops the race that stops the nation? The Melbourne Cup starts at 5pm our time, with rain, wind, and a top of 14 degrees predicted. 3AW sports reporter Jordan Tunbridge joined us from Flemington to talk about how the rain may impact the horses. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over in the UK, the Government is facing pressure to address the worsening conditions at a migrant processing centre. Home Secretary Suella Braverman is under scrutiny for not processing the backlog of migrants currently housed, with more asylum seekers arriving by the day. UK correspondent Gavin Grey explained the worsening situation further. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justice Minister Kiri Allan is giving communities more say in how the sale of alcohol is regulated in their neighbourhood. The Government's removing the ability for alcohol companies and retailers to challenge what the community's local alcohol policies are. Director of Hoff Hospitality Group, Matt McLaughlin, says that this will disproportionately impact small family run businesses, and that regulating alcohol sales will require more government action than just one law change. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Both the mayors of Auckland and Christchurch have come together to discuss an alternative solution to Three Waters.  This new plan is similar to the current one the Government has formed, with an exception being that the regional water organisations would be governed by local councils as opposed to a co-governance body. Fran O'Sullivan, NZME business commentator weighed in on the mayors challenge to the Government regarding Three Waters- but pointed out this would be difficult to accomplish as there is a bureaucracy committed to making the current model happen. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Huddle: We had David Farrar, Kiwiblog and Curia pollster and Kaine Thompson, former Labour Press secretary talking about the following topics- Ruapehu life pass holders may have to save the skiing range- is now a good time to get one?  Big move from the councils today regarding Three Waters - saying they'll keep most of the existing plan but the key difference being they want ownership to remain in council hands. Should the Government agree to this? The Government saying it plans to drop the speed limits of our State Highway roads. Do you want slower roads? Or are you fine with the road toll as is? A 14 year old is appearing in the youth court today with 81 charges - what sort of sentence or rehabilitation should a 14 year old with 81 charges receive? A meeting is being considered between Michael Wood and Restore Passenger Rail, who's going to get their way? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new mayors of Auckland and Christchurch have teamed up to create a new Three Waters proposal. The main difference is the regional water organisations would be owned and governed by councils, not a co-governance body. Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Grant Robertson explained his thoughts on the plan. "From what I have read, it does sound like it might not quite reach what we need in terms of aggregation. They're talking about an opt-in situation, which might not mean that we get the heft into the entities that they need." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Saving Ruapehu's ski fields could come down to lifetime pass holders. They might need to cough up more cash to help the business survive the next few months of voluntary administration. Tony Gavigan, who's on the creditors' committee, says with 14 thousand pass holders, they could each pay $250 dollars annually, for the next four to five years. Mr Gavigan says some would put that up front, and if people don't want to put more money up to save their pass, those life time memberships could be resold. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.