It's the whole show in one go! Today The Country is brought to you by the Hotel California.
Jamie Mackay has likened his abode to this classic song after he has been inundated with freeloading guests - they can check out any time they like, but they can never leave.
On with the show: Bill English: The PM denies he's puzzled, confused and losing his grip and that his Minister for Primary Industries is dumb!
Dr Tim Mackle: The chief executive of Dairy NZ defends the role 12,000 dairy farmers are voluntarily playing to improve water quality and says they're tired of being the whipping boys.
Lee-Anne Wann: It's day one of the Dairy Women's Network conference in Queenstown and we catch up with one of tomorrow morning's keynote speakers who provides tips on healthy eating over calving - a stressful and busy time on the farm.