Breakfast: Tuesday March 23

Published: 1:27AM Tuesday March 23, 2010 Source: Breakfast

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Leaky homes
The court of appeal has upheld judgements against the North Shore City Council in favour of leaky apartment owners to the tune of $2 million. Breakfast speaks to lawyer Paul Grimshaw of Grimshaw and Co who represented the homeowners.

Mining
The government has now revealed the extent of conservation land it plans to mine - around 7,000 hectares which was protected under Schedule 4 of the Minerals Act. Breakfast speaks to Peter Whittall who is the GM of mining of Pike River Coal Ltd, in the West Coast's Paparoa National Park.

The week in politics with Guyon Espiner
The latest political news from ONE News political editor, Guyon Espiner.

Music reviews
Joanna Hunkin gives her verdict on British super-group The Gorillaz' new album. Plus we check out Serj Tankian's collaboration with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra and a modern remix of the classic Kiwi drinking anthem.

Book reviews
Book reviewer Hazel Phillips discusses a range of new and "popular" book titles, including The Endless Forest by best-selling author Sara Donati.

Personal shopper
Breakfast speaks to Heather Tait about using fake plants and flowers indoors.

Personal shopper details:
Hellebores, Hyacinths, phalaenopsis orchid, posy all from Grandiflora Flowers 09 529 2516, at Palmers Gardenworld Remuera.
Spiral Topiary Conifer, Rosemary; spheres of moss and buxus, stems of dogwood and palm leaves, Kings Plant Barn Remuera 09 524 9400.
Potted Amarylis, Hydrangea, Tulips, grape Hyacinths, faux moss, stems of hostas, viburnum and agapanthus, Tully & Gardener, Richmond Rd, Ponsonby.

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