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In what could be a massive blow to Russia's ability to pay for its Ukraine invasion, there are increasing reports of an imminent EU ban on Russian oil. And in France, just a week of being re-elected… Audio

In today's Focus on Politics podcast, Political Reporter Katie Scotcher assesses where the government's planning is for new and potentially more deadly variants. Audio

In today's Focus on Politics podcast, Political Editor Jane Patterson looks past the spectacle of Ardern's first official trip since Covid-19 to the geopolitical tensions beneath.  Audio

Shoring up the supply chain between New Zealand and Singapore has been on Jacinda Ardern's agenda on the final day of her trip there.

The PM and her Singaporean counterpart have pledged to protect… Video, Audio

Ministers of the crown may seem powerful, but the reality of their roles vary greatly. Some are endowed with great influence, some others just come with blame. Audio

In today's Focus on Politics podcast, Political Editor Jane Patterson examines the state of play in Ukraine, and the legal and political instruments being brought to bear against Russia. Audio

That's the warning to civilians in eastern Ukraine, amid fears Russia will intensify attacks there and cut off vital escape routes.

Russia has said it's shifting its military focus to Donbas, which… Audio

In today's Focus on Politics podcast, investigative journalist Guyon Espiner talks to a leading defence lawyer, the chair of the IPCA and the commissioner of police about whether the police watchdog… Video, Audio

In today's Focus on Politics podcast, the government is pressing ahead with its planned mega media merger. Political reporter Katie Scotcher explores what it will mean for RNZ and TVNZ, as well the… Audio

Former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd is accusing the current Australian government of creating a political vacuum in the Pacific region by neglecting their needs and concerns. Rudd recently… Audio

In today's Focus on Politics podcast, Political Editor Jane Patterson interrogates the ramifications for New Zealand of Russia's war against Ukraine. Audio

The government has confirmed it is creating a new public media entity next year to incorporate RNZ and TVNZ. It says the goal is public media 'fit for the future' - but it will be partly funded by ads… Audio

National's tax plan, and the highest inflation in decades has the government feeling the pinch. Political Editor Jane Patterson counts the costs for both parties. Audio

A major new report calls for much closer scrutiny of chemicals approved of, and used, in New Zealand. The Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment says on paper, there is a robust system in… Audio

Parliament has passed a law to establish a roadside oral fluid testing regime to test for recent drug use, and proposes that drivers who fail two consecutive oral fluid tests would incur an… Audio

This week in the House began with a motion in support of Ukraine and it will end with a special debate on a bill not even yet introduced. Chris Hipkins explains some of the parliamentary week's… Audio

Parliament this week includes an extra morning just for member’s bills, and will likely finish some significant legislation on transport and LGBTQ rights.

Covid skeptics occupied Parliament grounds this week under the banner of ‘freedom’ - and many other things. Did media coverage amplify their fringe views? Should media do more to understand them and… Audio

There's been unprecedented fallout for Spotify since musician Neil Young withdrew from the music streaming service in late January. Yet Spotify's business model has long been of concern in the music… Audio

Parliament's new year has begun in the traditional fashion with a very wide debate that is a multi-party pep rally. And it's no short booster. This one takes 13 hours. Audio

In today's Focus on Politics podcast, Deputy Political Editor Craig McCulloch recounts the siege of Fortress New Zealand and reckons with its reconnection to the world. Audio

Australians and other travellers who don't need a visa will be the first tourists allowed back in with a promise they'll have bags on airport carousels no later than July, while other international… Audio

MP’s workdays are busy with meetings, public and visits. More so when they try to actualise the national call to kindness. Shilpy Arora follows Palmerston North MP Tangi Utikere from morning till…

When US President Joe Biden took office a year ago promising to focus on the domestic crisis of that moment - the COVID-19 pandemic that was killing tens of thousands of Americans each week, confining… Audio

The National Party is 'back' - or at least that's the message Christopher Luxon delivered at the party's caucus retreat in Queenstown today.

MPs descended on the resort town this morning where they… Video, Audio

In today's Focus on Politics podcast, Political Editor Jane Patterson assesses the government's readiness for the Omicron variant. Audio

The Government is preparing for a more hands-off approach once Omicron cases in the community grow to their thousands.

A three phase plan has been announced.

In phase one, which we're in now… Audio

Very few people have seen as much news unfold in front of them as journalist, correspondent and editor Jon Sopel. Jon joined the BBC in 1983. He's been the chief political correspondent for BBC News… Audio

The Ministry for Primary Industries is calling for urgent action on water infrastructure in the face of the growing threat from climate change. The report Water Availability and Security in Aotearoa… Audio

In Focus on politics, RNZ's political team catch up with the minor party leaders to discuss 2021, potential allies, and Covid-19. Audio