Listen to The Country online with Jamie Mackay: Act Party leader David Seymour on politicians’ pay rises

Act Party leader David Seymour discussed pay packets on The Country today. Photo / Alex Cairns

Today on The Country radio show, host Jamie Mackay catches up with Act Party leader David Seymour, to talk about politicians’ pay increases and what he is planning to do with his.

On with the show:

David Seymour:

The Act Party leader looks back on another tumultuous week in politics (especially for the Greens) and forward to the Budget. We ask if he’s had any flashmob-style protests at his place (like Winston Peters) and whether he deserves his pay rise.

Kerry Worsnop:

Gisborne farmer and Nuffield Scholar. Today we discuss publishing her research project and the ongoing recovery from Cyclone Gabrielle on her Poverty Bay sheep and beef farm.

Bruce Cameron: 

The former chair of Zespri (and Bay of Plenty kiwifruit farmer) reviews a great harvest season for growers and reflects on his recent trip to China and some concerning demographic stats from over there.

John McOviney:

Waitomo sheep and beef farmer and the chief executive of Steelfort. Today we talk about the state of the Chinese economy, the effect high-interest rates are having on our economy, and selling 500 weaner Angus calves this week at Taupō.

Listen below: