Bryce Edwards
NZME’s billionaire buy-in, a rash of resignations, water woe
Concern over a sudden change of editorial direction at NZME as a billionaire bids for control. Also: reporting Wellington's water woes and a sudden rush of top-level resignations. Audio
The Panel with Stephen Franks & Boopsie Maran (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Stephen Franks & Boopsie Maran discuss insufficient safeguarding of personal data collected at Manurewa Marae, and would you support New Zealand… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 11 June 2024
On today's episode, our reporter details a reward offered for information that leads to the safe return of the three children of King Country fugitive Tom Phillips; political commentator Bryce Edwards… Audio
MPs under fire over claiming housing allowance
The Prime Minister has defended the right of MPs to claim a housing allowance to live in their own properties in the capital. Political commentator Bryce Edwards spoke to Ben Strang. Audio
The Panel with David Cunliffe and Aimie Hines (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace and panellists David Cunliffe and Aimie Hines discuss job cuts at Callaghan Innovation and possible pay rises for MPs. Audio
Calls for transparency on MPs dealing with tobacco companies
There are increasing calls for complete transparency on any past or present dealings MPs have had with tobacco companies.
University of Otago public health academics compared statements made by… Audio
Green MP Golriz Ghahraman accused of shoplifting
Green MP Golriz Ghahraman has been accused of shoplifting from Scotties Boutique in Ponsonby, Auckland.
She has stood aside from her parliamentary portfolios while the allegations are investigated.
… Audio
Ministerial positions on the table as parties near coalition deal
A coalition agreement between National, ACT and New Zealand First appears to be imminent, with incoming Prime Minister Christopher Luxon saying they're now discussing ministerial positions.
Mr Luxon… Audio
Kiri Allan resigns after car crash
Kiri Allan has resigned from all her ministerial portfolios after being taken into custody following a car crash in Wellington on Sunday night.
In a statement in the last half hour, the Prime… Audio
Dr Bryce Edwards on the political landscape
Polictical commentator Dr Bryce Edwards spoke to Corin Dann about the resignation of Prime Minister Jacina Ardern. Audio
PM’s exit speculation goes another round
Pundits and presenters aired excitable opinions about the possibility - or probability according to some - that Jacinda Ardern would quit while she was ahead before the next election. It's a re-run of… Audio
James Shaw Stands Alone
Nominations for the position of Green Party co-leader closed earlier tonight, with current co-leader James Shaw the only candidate. That doesn't mean he gets to keep his job though. Audio
Green Party leadership battle still anyone's game - Edwards
Political analyst Dr Bryce Edwards says the leadership battle rocking the Green Party is still anyone's game.
James Shaw is the only declared candidate so far for the co-leadership and his likely… Audio
Covid-19: Differing opinions on how to handle protest
Dr Bryce Edwards and Morgan Godfery spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Political commentator Bryce Edwards on National Party events
Judith Collins has been rolled as the National Party's leader after accusing former leader Simon Bridges of "serious misconduct".
Dr Shane Reti is now the party's interim leader.
Māni Dunlop is… Audio
Special votes counted in NZ, implications significant for some
In light of the blistering US election campaign, you could be forgiven for forgetting there are Still undecided seats in New Zealand's Parliament after our election less than three weeks ago. Later… Audio
More than a million New Zealand voters have voted already
More than a million New Zealand voters have voted already and the Electoral Commission says it's an unprecendented figure. Audio
Political leaders enter final week of campaigning
It's officially election week and a record numbers of early votes have been cast around the country.
But there's still five days of fierce political campaigning left.
So, what do parties leaders… Audio
Early voting busy from beginning
It's two weeks from the election and party leaders can be seen left, right and centre trying to attract the attention of voters. But many have already made up their minds, forming queues outside… Audio
How will second AK lockdown affect political campaigns
After a false start due to the re-emergence of Covid-19 in the community - we're back on the countdown to the election, with parliament dissolving yesterday. Party leaders are on the campaign trail -… Audio