John Campbell
MPs spend more than $2m in just three months
MPs expenses have been officially released and show politicians have been spending up large on travel and accommodation. Political Editor Jane Patterson has the details. Video, Audio
NZ First accuses National of racism over Haumaha question
Winston Peters and Shane Jones say it's offensive that National MP Chris Bishop continually alleges dodgy behaviour over the Wally Haumaha inquiry based on "whanau links". Audio
Teachers rally for better pay and conditions
The government is urging patience, but thousands of teachers who went on strike today made it clear they are in no mood to wait for better pay and conditions. Education Correspondent John Gerritsen… Video, Audio
Evening business for 15 August 2018
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
Ngaruawahia responds to Māori King advisor's misspending allegations
Ngaruawahia locals are calling for the Māori King to intervene after allegations of misspending were made yesterday by his former advisor Tukoroirangi Morgan. Audio
Queen’s Counsel to lead inquiry into Bridges’ expenses leak
Parliament's speaker Trevor Mallard has launched an inquiry into who leaked National Party leader Simon Bridges' expenses to media this week. Audio
Teachers on strike: 'It's a crisis'
John Campbell joined teachers as they walked off the job and hit the streets in the first strike action in 24 years. They tell him how it's come to this, and explain what they want. Video, Audio
Man denied treatment for MS because he couldn't walk 500m
A man living with multiple sclerosis says Pharmac denied funding for his medication because he was unable to walk more than 500m - one of the criteria patients and advocates say needs to be… Audio
Māori look for solution to building on communal land
Most Māori have some rights to land, but are constantly coming up against barriers which prevent them from being able to build houses on it. Audio
Parents take day off for teachers strike
For the first time in 24 years, parents around the country are figuring out what to do with several hundred-thousand primary and intermediate school children who have no school tomorrow because of a… Audio
Should supermarkets allow BYO plastic containers at the deli?
A Wellington shopper has been left frustrated after staff at a Countdown deli told her the reusable container she'd brought with her, was no longer allowed. Video, Audio
Case between Silberhorn and Commerce Commission continues
Now to Dunedin, where a hearing to settle disputed facts arising in a case between the Commerce Commission and Silberhorn Limited - producers of deer velvet pills - entered its second day. Audio
Police investigate claims into Wally Haumaha
The Police are investigating claims the deputy commissioner Wally Haumaha, whose appointment is the focus of an independent inquiry, contacted a witness to a bullying incident he was involved in. Video, Audio
Evening business for 14 August 2018
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
Chch man told insurance will go up by $10,000 a year
A Christchurch man has been left stunned after his insurance premium rose by 440 percent after his insurer decided his property was at a higher risk from earthquakes. Audio
National demands inquiry into Simon Bridges' expenses leak
Details of a large Crown limo bill for National leader Simon Bridges were leaked to media, prompting questions about who was responsible, and why they did it. Audio
Four Brazil nuts or one liquorice allsort for 68 cents
Go Bus boss Nigel Piper was adamant drivers didn't earn $17 an hour, but they do earn $17.68. So what can you buy with that extra 68 cents? Video, Audio
Striking Go Bus drivers earn $17.68 an hour
Go Bus boss Nigel Piper was adamant when he said no driver earns $17 an hour. So how much do they earn? John Campbell was leaked details of their pay, so called Mr Piper, who admitted some drivers… Audio
Kids going hungry while Māori king's advisor lives it up – Tuku Morgan
Former Kīngitanga advisor Tuku Morgan has written a scathing email criticising King Tuheitia's leadership skills and says his chief advisor Rangi Whakaruru is paid $250,000 and takes extended trips… Video, Audio
Act calls for end to Māori seats and fewer politicians
Act leader David Seymour has called for an end to Māori seats and fewer politicians in Parliament, ideas first tabled by New Zealand First leader Winston Peters last year. Audio
