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National latest political party to announce Manawatu Gorge plan
As the election draws nearer, politicians are sensing the potential to win votes with policies aimed at the critically-damaged Manawatu Gorge road. Palmerston North Mayor Grant Smith and Robin Winter… Audio
Roads to re-election? English on National's new policy
The election campaign is gathering momentum with National's promise at the weekend to build 10 new highways or "roads of national significance" if re-elected. Prime MInister Bill English joins us to… Audio
Jump for Labour, slump for Greens - UMR poll explained
The latest political polls show Labour has jumped to 33 percent, while the Greens have dropped to eight percent. UMR pollster Stephen Mills joins us to discuss the changes. Audio
Retiring MPs recall skipping debates, unusual offers of support
Outgoing National MP Murray McCully and Labour's Clayton Cosgrove are retiring and have given their valedictory speeches. Audio
Govt warming to light rail idea - Auckland Mayor Phil Goff
National and Labour have showcased competing transport packages. Housing and immigration are also high up on party agendas. Auckland Mayor Phil Goff joins us to discuss the latest. Video, Audio
What does National need to counter the 'Jacinda effect'?
Labour says "the Jacinda effect" is already boosting the party 51 days out from general election. Political commentator Ben Thomas joins us to discuss National's campaign strategy. Audio
Labour's plea for campaign funding as election looms
As the Labour Party languishes in the polls, it is desperately calling on supporters to open their wallets to help them reach more voters.
Labour's alt budget described as plan to waste more money.
National's Finance Minister Steven Joyce says Labour will be spending less next year than what the government spent in 2017. Audio
Voters to choose: tax cuts or more social spending
Labour has presented voters with its alternative to the government's planned tax cuts, with plans to spend billions of dollars more spent on health, education and family incomes.
Brighter Future? Rollercoaster ride for the regions under National
Robin Martin investigates whether it's been boom or bust for the regions under National, with the rise and fall of industries like dairy, oil and gas and mining. Video, Audio
Grant Robertson defends Labour's families package
Labour's finance spokesperson, Grant Robertson defends his parties families package. Audio
Labour makes pitch to families, National defends its plan
The Labour Party is pledging to scrap National's promised tax cuts and put more money in the pockets of families if it's elected. The National government's families package gives a 2 billion dollar a… Audio
PM says it's up to Barclay if he remains an MP
As the police re-open their investigation into Todd Barclay, allegations surface in Parliament of recordings referring to sex and drugs. It's the latest twist in the controversy surrounding National… Audio
Labour's intern programme wasn't authorised by party
Labour's leader Andrew Little says he supports some government money going towards funding Team New Zealand. Also, Mr Little also answered questions about the Party's international intern scheme. Audio
English hints at further tax cuts
The Prime Minister says further tax cuts are on the cards, but that National will not campaign on them in September's election or introduce them before the planned Budget adjustments.
Barclay's prospects growing dimmer by the minute
Power Play - National MP Todd Barclay shows no sign of resigning - for now - but a short statement to reporters leaves serious questions unanswered.
Govt short changing health sector by $2.3 billion- Labour
The Labour Party says the government is short changing the health sector to the tune of $2.3 billion. The party's leader Andrew Little says funding hasn't kept up with the growing population and… Video, Audio
RNZ correspondents unpick budget reactions
Our political editor, Jane Patterson and our economics correspondent, Patrick O'Meara unpick the budget. Audio
Labour responds to National's election year budget
The government's tax cuts are unfair, irresponsible and poorly target according to Labour's finance spokesman Grant Robertson who doesn't think the budget goes far enough to help those most in need. Audio
Post-budget panel investigates the fine detail of Budget 2017
Steven Joyce defends his budget while an expert panel picks apart the fine detail on housing, tax cuts and family benefits. David Slack, Heather Roy and Bernard Hickey joins Guyon Espiner. Audio
