Catherine Hutton

Controversial reforms to search and surveillance laws are being held up after a steady stream of criticism and concern about the extent of the changes. Audio

The Act Party says it will be talking with the organisers of its small scale party fundraisers, after accusations the party is abusing its ministerial positions. Audio

Primary sector representatives are calling for changes to the emissions trading scheme, fearing it will damage New Zealand's export performance. Audio

The Government isn't saying how much taxpayers will be paying for the joint bid by three TV companies for free-to-air rights to the Rugby World Cup. Audio

The Government has hit back at suggestions it's misrepresenting the financial state of the Accident Compensation Corporation, accusing the Labour Party of mistrust and mismanagement. Audio

The Government is calling for a sweeping review of the country's dog laws. Audio

The Accident Compensation Corporation is defending claims it is asking for too much personal information from claimants, especially those who are victims of rape or sexual abuse. Audio

The Government says a shakeup in the funding for rural broadband is required if it's to achieve its target of rolling out faster internet across the country in the next six years. Audio

Victims of sexual abuse and rape are waiting months for counselling because of ACC delays in processing claims. Audio

Controversial legislation to amend the emissions trading scheme passed its first hurdle in Parliament last night, but not without the Government receiving a grilling. Audio

The Prime Minister is defending the decision to send SAS troops back to Afghanistan, despite growing concerns about the legitimacy of that country's Government. Audio

The Labour Party says the decision not to include separate Maori seats on Auckland's supercity will cost the Government dearly at the next election. Audio

Talks are under way about possible improvements to the nine-day fortnight jobs initiative. Audio

The Labour Party's mounting a six month campaign to drum up support for a new bill which would make redundancy payments compulsory for workers. Audio

Political parties are divided over the recommendations contained in a report into Ministerial accommodation. Audio

Smacking supporters are likely to face another setback as a new bill allowing smacking for correctional purposes looks set to fail. Audio

The Maori Party co-leader says he's"brassed off"with cabinet's decision to reject reserved Maori seats on Auckland's super city council, but warns the battle is not over. Audio

Sweeping changes to road safety laws are being proposed in the government's road safety strategy - including raising the driving age to 17. Audio

Work and Income has spent more than 40 million dollars in the past year on emergency food grants, according to figures obtained by Radio New Zealand. Audio

Road User Charges are here to stay, but the Government is promising to simplify and modernise the existing system. Audio