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The Front Page

The Front Page

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Go beyond the headlines with The Front Page, the New Zealand Herald’s daily news podcast. Each weekday Chelsea Daniels unpacks the stories shaping Aotearoa, from what’s happening in our own backyard to global events shaping our future.

Every episode we speak to leaders, experts, reporters, and those living the story, so you get the full picture.

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Episodes
  • Reissue: From villain to icon: Why the Grinch is everywhere this Christmas
    Dec 25 2025

    The mistlestoe's hung, the bells are a'ringing

    And all through the malls Mariah Carey is singing

    It's the same old story, told year after year

    Of Santa and reindeer and widespread good cheer

    But look a bit closer, and you might see a crack

    In the stronghold St Nick has had since way back

    Where once stood a hero, red coat and beard white

    A sack on his sleigh promising Christmas delight

    Now stands a figure, towering six foot two tall

    With a coat of green fur, heart two sizes too small

    The Grinch who stole Christmas is making a play

    For the title of hero come this Yuletide day

    For poor old Saint Nick, this might not end well

    And to give us the lowdown is Dr Lorna Piatti-Farnell.

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    You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.

    Host: Chelsea Daniels
    Editor/Producer: Richard Martin
    Producer: Jane Yee

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    20 mins
  • Reissue: Marsden Point's potential to be 'world-leading' in sustainable aviation fuels
    Dec 24 2025

    Marsden Point operated as New Zealand’s only oil refinery for nearly 60 years.

    At its peak in the 80s, it employed around 1700 people – when it was closed in 2022, nearly 240 lost their jobs.

    Run by Channel Infrastructure, the site now operates as NZ’s largest fuels import terminal storing and distributing 40% of the country’s fuel.

    In recent weeks, a slew of Ministers have visited the site, with NZ First in particular floating the idea of introducing our first Special Economic Zone to help pump investment into the site, and life into the Northland economy.

    Massey University Professor Emeritus Sustainable Energy and Climate Mitigation, Ralph Sims, joins us to discuss the site’s potential.

    Later, Channel Infrastructure CEO Rob Buchanan takes us through the future of Marsden Point.

    Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

    You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.

    Host: Chelsea Daniels
    Editor/Producer: Richard Martin
    Producer: Jane Yee

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    29 mins
  • Reissue: Vacant lots and empty stores: The dire state of Auckland CBD real estate revealed
    Dec 23 2025

    Is New Zealand’s largest city dying?

    Auckland is home to roughly a third of the entire country’s population and is predicted to grow even bigger in the coming years.

    The City of Sails is, by far, the largest contributor to New Zealand’s economic output, generating about 40% of GDP.

    But, walk down many of the inner-city streets, and you’ll see vacant lots – with a lot of potential.

    Today on The Front Page, NZ Herald property editor, Anne Gibson is with us to discuss what can be done to get developers moving on empty spaces – some, that have been desolate for decades.

    Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

    You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.

    Host: Chelsea Daniels
    Editor/Producer: Richard Martin
    Producer: Ethan Sills

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    19 mins
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