Al Gillespie
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 9 February 2026
The latest on the sewage spill at Wellington's Moa Point. Were early warning signs missed? As the government looks to step in with an inquiry, we talk to the Wellington Mayor Andrew Little about what… Audio
Terrorism expert looks at Christchurch gunman’s appeal attempt
The Court of Appeal will this week consider an application by the white supremacist who murdered 51 people in the Christchurch terror attacks to vacate his guilty pleas and stand trial. University of… Audio
Al Gillespie: Is Trump gearing up to strike Iran?
International Law professor Alexander Gillespi discusses the how United States exerting pressure on other countries. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 28 January 2026
Political reporter Russell Palmer spoke to Guyon Espiner as the political year gets underway in Wellington; Waikato University Professor Al Gillespie spoke to Guyon Espiner following comments from… Audio
Hipkins hits out at govt as it considers joining Board of Peace
Waikato University Professor Al Gillespie spoke to Guyon Espiner following comments from Labour Leader Chris Hipkins, hitting out at the government for considering New Zealand's possible position in… Audio
What the Bondi attack tells us about gun law reform
The terrible events cross the Tasman have once again put the spotlight on firearms control. Waikato University's International Law Professor Al Gillespie joins Emile Donovan. Audio
Al Gillespie: Solutions in Ukraine?
Waikato University International Law professor Alexander Gillespie joins Jim to discuss the latest from Ukraine. Audio
Al Gillespie: Unpacking Peters’ announcement on Palestine
Foreign Minister Winston Peters announced on Saturday that New Zealand will not yet be recognising a Palestinian state. Audio
Prof Al Gillespie: is a deal on the horizon for Ukraine?
International Law professor Alexander Gillespie joins Jim to assess the wheeling and dealing between Trump, Putin, and Zelensky. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 24 June 2025
In today's episode, the US President has declared a complete and total ceasefire between Iran and Israel, flights from Auckland to Doha are set to resume on Tuesday afternoon after Monday's flight was… Audio
US President declares ceasefire between Iran and Israel
The US President has declared a complete and total ceasefire between Iran and Israel. Waikato University professor and specialist in the laws of war Al Gillespie spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
NZ sends Hercules to Middle East as conflict escalates
New Zealand is sending a C130-J Hercules to the Middle East to bring back New Zealanders stuck in Israel and Iran, it will have to wait until the air space has reopened. University of Waikato expert… Audio
Israel and Iran - what next?
Israel's "Operation Rising Lion" is the biggest assault on Iranian territory since the Iran-Iraq War of 1980. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 11 June 2025
In today's episode, the government is being warned there could be diplomatic retaliation from Israel after New Zealand joined with a number of other allies in imposing sanctions on two Israeli… Audio
Law professor on sanctions on two far-right Israeli ministers
The government is being warned there could be diplomatic retaliation from Israel after New Zealand joined with a number of other allies in imposing sanctions on two Israeli far-right ministers… Audio
Al Gillespie: Are we headed for World War 3?
Waikato University's International Law professor Alexander Gillespie joins Jim to assess the prospect of another global conflict. Audio
Govt promises massive boost in defence spending
The coalition has promised a massive boost in defence spending up to levels not seen since the early 1990s, but there are still questions about where the money will come from. Political reporter… Audio
NZ concerned about Cook Is shipping registry
The government is expressing concern at the Cook Islands shipping registry after a tanker was suspected of being part of Russia's shadow fleet - Caleb Fotheringham has the story Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 12 March 2025
In today's episode, the school lunch programme saga continues to dominate headlines. In the most recent development - Libelle - one of the companies contracted to make 125,000 lunches has gone into… Audio
Ukraine agrees to 30-day ceasefire deal
The agreement, negotiated by the United States, also includes the US immediately lifting its pause on military aid and intelligence to Ukraine. Waikato University International Law professor Al… Audio