The Panel

Today on The Panel, Wallace and panellists Sue Kedgley and Allan Blackman discuss the changes to the fleeing driver policy announced today. Also they discuss National backing out of Medium Density Residential Standards, and how long is too long to wait on hold.

Wallace and panellists Sue Kedgley and Allan Blackman discuss the 70 year anniversary of the first summit of Mt Everest by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay. Plus, our panellists tell us what has been on their mind this week.

Today on part two of The Panel, Wallace and panellists Penny Ashton and Simon Pound discuss news that bank transactions will noe be processed seven days a week, whether or not zoos should be a thing of the past and the recent boom in bike tourism.

Today on The Panel, Wallace and panellists Penny Ashton and Simon Pound break down the latest 1News-Kantar political poll and speak to a clinical psychologist about sexual assault in light of the case at Mama Hooch bar in Christchurch.

Wallace and panellists Penny Ashton and Simon Pound open up the Friday Mailbag and respond to your messages from the past week. Plus, our panellists tell us what has been on their mind this week.

Today on part two of The Panel, Wallace and panellists Peter Field and Anna Dean discuss the life and legacy of Tina Turner, whether or not we need to call it a day on tourism in Antarctica and why hosting elite sporting events may not lead to increased participation in sports, as was previously assumed.

Today on The Panel, Wallace and panellists Peter Field and Anna Dean talk to one of New Zealand's finest vocalists Jackie Clarke about the life, legacy and inspiring musicianship of Tina Turner.

Today on The Panel, Wallace and panellists Peter Field and Anna Dean discuss a Government initiative around energy saving that is facing criticism and a new study into youth drinking.

Wallace and panellists Peter Field and Anna Dean discuss a new campaign to protect our tamariki from harmful content online. Plus, our panellists tell us what has been on their mind this week.

Today on part two of The Panel, Wallace and panellists Conor English and Sue Kedgley discuss National's use of AI-generated images in their campaign ads, New Zealand's placement on a global index ranking the most miserable countries and Hawke's Bay's acknowledgement as a Great Wine Capital.