Duncan Garner

Duncan Garner

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Duncan Garner is a prominent New Zealand journalist and broadcaster known for his incisive commentary on political and economic issues. He has a reputation for addressing controversial topics with a candid approach, often challenging prevailing narratives. Recently, he has been in the news for criticizing the welfare system in New Zealand, particularly the provision of taxpayer-funded pensions to wealthy individuals, amidst a backdrop of economic challenges facing the country.

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Duncan Garner discusses the government's response to the fuel crisis in New Zealand.

Duncan Garner: War in Iran was predicted to bring NZ to its knees. Instead, Nicola Willis made the right calls at the right time
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-06-20
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Duncan Garner critiques Nicola Willis's Budget as overly optimistic and politically motivated.

Duncan Garner: Nicola Willis’s Budget is wishful thinking - but for all our sakes, let’s hope she’s right
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-05-29
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Duncan Garner discusses the rising electricity prices and the profits of gentailers in New Zealand.

Duncan Garner: Record electricity prices and profits should remind MPs people have the power
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-28
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Duncan Garner critiques the Green Party's focus on giving whales legal personhood amidst pressing economic issues.

Duncan Garner: Forget the cost of living and power prices. The Greens want whales to be become human
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-13
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Duncan Garner is a journalist who shares his experiences and observations about Erica Stanford during a night out.

Duncan Garner: Exclusive, my night out on the town with Erica Stanford
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-06
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Duncan Garner critiques Christopher Luxon's leadership style and the National party's current standing in the polls.

Duncan Garner: Christopher Luxon continues to sound like he’s managing risk, not leading a country
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-01-31
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Duncan Garner shares his experiences of living on a lifestyle block in Mangawhai.

Duncan Garner: I’ve got a life sentence – but it’s one I am happy to serve
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-01-23
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Duncan Garner argues for banning e-scooters due to their dangers.

Duncan Garner: I’ve seen enough, ban e-scooters before someone you know dies
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-12-13
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Duncan Garner expresses his views on Chloe Swarbrick's stance on cannabis regulation.

Duncan Garner: My open letter to Chloe Swarbrick
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-11-01
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Duncan Garner shares his experience of buying a house and moving in with his mother and son.

Duncan Garner: I’ve bought a house – and moved in with an older woman (and my son)
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-10-18
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Duncan Garner is mentioned as someone who would bring more personality to RNZ.

Media Insider: RNZ Morning Report - who will replace Corin Dann? The candidates who could fill breakfast show role
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-10-10
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Duncan Garner referred to the situation at Today FM as a 'betrayal'.

Mark Richardson on life after cricket, broadcasting and starting over in finance
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-10-04
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Duncan Garner discusses Chris Bishop's potential as the next prime minister.

Duncan Garner: Is Chris Bishop our next prime minister?
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-09-20
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Duncan Garner expresses his views on the actions of Tom Phillips and emphasizes the responsibilities of a loving father.

Duncan Garner: No way do loving dads kidnap their kids and go bush for four years
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-09-13
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Clark helped negotiate Duncan Garner‘s contract for the AM show.

Tom Phillips injunction: Media gag order to be argued in court today
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-09-11
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Duncan Garner's contract for the AM show was negotiated by Linda Clark.

Tom Phillips injunction: Suppression order was granted over details of case
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-09-09
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Duncan Garner discusses the impact of falling house prices on the economy and consumer confidence in New Zealand.

Duncan Garner: We all wanted cheaper housing, so why aren’t we happy?
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-09-06
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Duncan Garner expresses his views on the economic situation in New Zealand and the performance of the Reserve Bank.

Duncan Garner: Forget Australia – move to Invercargill!
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-08-23
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Duncan Garner questions the patience of voters regarding the National party's economic strategies.

Duncan Garner: Just how patient does National think voters are?
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-08-09
5.0

Duncan Garner shares his personal experience with diabetes and the impact it has had on his life.

Duncan Garner: Diabetes brought me to the brink – now I’m changing my life
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-19
7.0

Duncan Garner discusses the implications of Thailand's cannabis legalization and New Zealand's referendum on the issue.

Duncan Garner: Thailand’s u-turn on cannabis shows NZ dodged a bullet – but only just
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-05
7.0

Duncan Garner's opinion piece discussed why he believes Christopher Luxon won’t lead National into the next election.

NZ Herald, Viva and Listener Premium subscription special offer: Don’t miss the best journalism from here and abroad
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-19
6.0

Duncan Garner wrote an opinion piece on why he believes Christopher Luxon won’t lead National into the next election.

NZ Herald, Viva and Listener Premium subscription special offer: Don’t miss the best journalism from here and abroad
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-19
5.0

Duncan Garner critiques Labour leader Chris Hipkins for his close ties with Te Pāti Māori.

Duncan Garner: Labour needs to cut ties with Te Pāti Māori, not get closer
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-14
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Duncan Garner wrote an opinion piece on why he believes Christopher Luxon won’t lead National into the next election.

NZ Herald, Viva and Listener Premium subscription special offer: Don’t miss the best journalism from here and abroad
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-13
6.0

Duncan Garner discusses the challenges of experiencing New Zealand as a tourist due to high costs.

Duncan Garner: How can we experience our own country at this price?
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-07
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Duncan Garner expresses his concerns about the dangers of the 'run it straight' competitions.

Duncan Garner: Run it straight isn’t a sport - it’s insanity
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-01
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Linda Clark helped negotiate Duncan Garner's contract for the AM television show.

Media Insider: Lawyer Linda Clark takes temporary leave as a TVNZ board member while legal action under way over Jevon McSkimming police case
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-05-20
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Duncan Garner discusses the impact of excessive phone usage among teenagers and the need for change.

Duncan Garner: The only ‘c-word’ I want to concentrate on
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-05-17
7.0

Duncan Garner gives his predictions on the next government.

Duncan Garner: When did our teens stop working and whose fault is it?
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-04-26
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