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National Party unfazed by Prime Minister's resignation
While people across the globe are saddened by Jacinda Ardern's resignation, others might be taking the news well.
When pressed yesterday, National Party leader Christopher Luxon wouldn't say whether… Audio
E tū loses "a guiding light" for members
Unions have paid tribute to Jacinda Ardern for her commitment to frontline workers and the employment initiatives.
Her Government spearheaded policy such as Fair Pay Agreements, Domestic Violence… Audio
QV says PM resignation a spanner in the works
Quotable Value says the resignation of Jacinda Ardern as Prime Minister is a spanner in the works for housing values, with the election crucial to how house prices play out this year.
The latest… Audio
Wellington reactions to Ardern resignation
Wellington's Beehive has been Jacinda Ardern's HQ for nearly six years.
Our reporter Kirsty Frame talked to people in the streets around Parliament to gauge their reaction to the Prime Minister's… Audio
The Panel with Chris Wikaira and Ruth Money (Part 2)
Today on The Panel, Wallace and panellists Chris Wikaira and Ruth Money talk to First Union about BNZ's new staff performance scheme and the bi-valent covid booster jabs. Also, they talk about… Audio
The Panel with Chris Wikaira and Ruth Money (Part 1)
Wallace and panellists Chris Wikaira and Ruth Money hear the latest on a serious water incident at Poutere beach. Plus, they discuss the squeeze on household budgets in 2023 and National's $2.3… Audio
The Pre-Panel with Chris Wikaira and Ruth Money
Today on The Panel, Wallace and Panellists Chris Wikaira and Ruth Money discuss the best ways to protect valuable households items during an earthquake. Plus, our panellists tell us what has ben on… Audio
The Panel with Chris Finlayson and Ella Henry (Part 2)
Today on The Panel, Wallace and panellists Chris Finlayson and Ella Henry debate if Wellington deserves to remain our country's capital. Plus, they talk about microplastics washing up on our beaches… Audio
The Panel with Chris Finlayson and Ella Henry (Part 1)
Wallace and panellists Chris Finlayson and Ella Henry get the latest from Gisborne, which is facing more bad weather in the wake of Cyclone Hale. They also speak to Trade me about an increase of… Audio
The Pre-Panel with Chris Finlayson and Ella Henry
Today on The Panel Chris Finlayson and Ella Henry discuss the boring content revolution online. Plus, our panellists tell us what has ben on their mind this week. Audio
The Panel with David Cormack and Cas Carter (Part 2)
Today on The Panel, Wallace and panellists Cas Carter and David Cormack speak to those wanting an commission of inquiry into forestry practices in the wake of Cyclone Hale. Plus, they discuss panic… Audio
The Panel with David Cormack and Cas Carter (Part 1)
Wallace and panellists Cas Carter and David Cormack speak to Mayors from across the country about their first 100 days since the local body elections. Plus, they discuss the record number of… Audio
The Pre-Panel with David Cormack and Cas Carter
Today on The Panel's first show of 2023, Wallace and panellists Cas Carter and David Cormack discuss if New Zealand should follow France and ban some short-haul flights to cut emissions.
Plus, our… Audio
Palmerston North's on demand library bus
Getting lost in a good book isn't always possible for people who can't get to their local library because of mobility problems.
But it's a different story in Palmerston North - for 50 years the city… Audio
The Pua Brothers: Central Auckland's Pasifika History
The Pua brothers join Perlina in the studio Audio
New Zealand tourists thankful to be alive after helicopter crash
A group of New Zealand tourists say they're grateful to be alive after what they describe as a horrific helicopter crash in Australia. Two helicopters collided in the Gold Coast on Monday near Sea… Audio
Holiday road toll at five-year high
More people died over the Christmas and New Year holiday period this year than any other since 2017.
As of this morning, at least 19 people have died on the roads over the past fortnight.
The… Audio
Regional leaders push back against $90M Dunedin Hospital cut
Otago and Southland mayors and regional chairs are urgently requesting a meeting with the government following significant budget cuts to a new hospital. In the week before Christmas the health… Audio
China travellers may be subject to extra COVID restrictions
The government is still considering whether it will introduce blanket Covid testing for people travelling from China. The Australian government has introduced compulsory testing, ignoring advice from… Audio
Amazon asks Prime Minister to help fast-track approvals
Mega-company Amazon has asked the Prime Minister for a leg-up over billion-dollar data centres it's building here, and to have input on policy. An OIA response from Jacinda Ardern's office contains… Audio