Listen to The Country online: Winston Peters on local government reform, superannuation

New Zealand First leader Winston Peters spoke to The Country's Jamie Mackay today. Photo / Mark Mitchell

Today on The Country radio show, host Jamie Mackay catches up with New Zealand First leader Winston Peters, who covered local government reform and the age of eligibility for National Superannuation. He also praised Judith Collins.

On with the show:

Winston Peters:

The NZ First leader and former Deputy Prime Minister is his normal combative self when it comes to his party’s programme, local government reform, Te Pāti Māori, and the age of eligibility for National Super.

However, he has praise for Judith Collins and a convenient memory lapse when it comes to 2017.

Wayne Langford:

The President of Federated Farmers is back on the tools today in Greymouth, after his Italian sojourn with his wife.

It’s annual meeting season for the Feds, with several women stepping up to the presidential plate in the provinces. Plus, we preview the Primary Industry NZ Conference and Awards.

Jane Smith:

North Otago farmer and award-winning environmentalist opines on South American farmers being incredulous about our carbon farming disaster.

Plus, she discusses exporting her Perendale sheep to Japan and a proposed 45% rates rise in the Waitaki district.

Callum McDonald:

PGG Wrightson’s livestock national genetic manager previews the autumn bull sales, which are getting underway today.

Chris Russell:

Our Australian correspondent comments on this week’s Budget and the excellent prospects for beef.

Listen below: