We got another OCR cut this week - now down to 2.25% - the lowest it's been since June of 2022. That was the last one for the year, so a lot of us mortgage holders are trying to figure out whether things are slowing down, and if it's time to fix for a longer term this time around. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Alex Flint: We're overcomplicating our health
Health seems to be overcomplicated these days - but does it really need to be? Everywhere you look you see another kind of diet, another 'must-have' exercise machine, a drink that can replace a meal, or a new gym programme that promises to finally solve all your problems. But truly, could the foundation of good health be as simple as a daily walk and eating whole foods? Why do so many people overlook what seem to be the staples of good health, instead going for expensive trends? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dr Luke Bradford: GP clinic loans "a part of the solution"
Labour leader Chris Hipkins has unveiled the party's first policy for next year's election - low-interest loans to support doctor-owned clinics. The scheme will offer up to 50 ten year long loans a year for doctors or nurse practitioners to open or buy into local clinics, interest free for the first two years. After announcing their policy of three free GP appointments a year, questions were raised around how our already overwhelmed health system could manage more appointments. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Kathryn Berkett: Do we need to change the way we do prize givings?
The school year is drawing to an end and soon enough, families will be filling school halls and gymnasiums for the end-of-year prizegiving. For the star students or athletes, it's a moment of pride to walk across the stage and receive a well-earned award. For others, the whole thing can feel demoralising. Never mind the awards themselves - there are clear differences between some, like the dean's award and the most improved. But on the other hand, do we really want to be handing out participation awards? Are they inclusive or are they encouraging mediocrity? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Martin Cooper: How do you decide on the method of sale?
It's one of the most important decisions a homeowner will make when putting their property on the market - choosing the your method of sale. You've got auctions, asking price, price by negotiation, and my least favourite - tender - but which method is the most attractive to buyers? And which gives sellers the best chance of getting the highest possible price? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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