Top Stories for Monday 18 August 2014

Cunliffe not concerned by latest poll results, Greens kick off campaign with positive shine, Prime Minister stands by minister and staff, Internet Party leader on "Dirty Politics", Political Editor Brent Edwards, New Zealanders rescued but others missing in Indonesia tourist boat drama, Green's co-leader discusses campaign to reduce poverty, Greens propose new tax band and Australians banned from owning firearms can get a gun in NZ.