Ruth Dyson
Redcliffs School reopens after years of perseverance since Canterbury quakes
It's been dubbed Canterbury's little seaside community who never gave up.
Nine years in the making, it was Redcliffs School''s grand re-opening today after earthquake damage rendered the old site… Video, Audio
The End of Life Choice Debate: in pictures
The third reading debate of the End of Life Choice Bill made for a busy, emotional day at Parliament. For The House Phil Smith caught the action in photos.
The End of Life Choice Debate: in pictures
The third reading debate of the End of Life Choice Bill made for a busy, emotional day at Parliament. For The House Phil Smith caught the action in photos.
AudioDyson admits to being shocked by MP's behaviour
National MP Maggie Barry has had to publicly apologise to Labour's Ruth Dyson for yelling at her during the voluntary euthanasia debate in Parliament last week. Ms Dyson, who is Assistant Speaker… Audio
An escalation of concord
You may have noticed MPs fire sharp barbs. But sometimes they lay down weapons. In fact they even have a special committee for agreeing on things. Video, Audio
An escalation of concord
You may have noticed MPs fire sharp barbs. But sometimes they lay down weapons. In fact they even have a special committee for agreeing on things.
Video, AudioLong-time Labour MP Ruth Dyson quitting politics
The Labour MP Ruth Dyson is quitting politics at the next election, after spending her entire adult life involved in some way. She joined the Labour Party as a teenager, before holding a series of… Audio
MPs battle over election billboard spot in Christchurch
National list MP Nuk Korako's team put a campaign poster over Labour MP Ruth Dyson's poster at the weekend, believing they were the only ones to have permission from the home owner. Video, Audio
Fire and Emergency Bill would provide clarity in major events
A bill which would see urban and rural fire services under the same structure would help provide clarity in events such as the Port Hills fire. Port Hills MP Ruth Dyson joins Checkpoint. Video, Audio
Labour MP challenged over tweet made about the Speaker
The senior Labour MP Ruth Dyson has been referred to Parliament's privileges committee for critcising the Speaker of the House on twitter. Audio
Senior Labour MP challenged over Tweet
Senior Labour MP Ruth Dyson has been referred to Parliament's Privileges Committee for comments on Twitter about Speaker of the House David Carter.
French tourists lucky to be alive
A suspension bridge failure has plunged four tourists eight metres down into a river on one of the Great Walks tracks. Audio
Welcome Everyone - The Accessibility of Parliament
A report into the accessibility of parliament has found many areas wanting. Now an action plan has been put into place to make the buildings and grounds and information about parliament accessible to… Audio
National scoops up party in Christchurch, even in hard-hit east
National easily won the party vote in Christchurch, even in the hardest hit eastern areas. Audio
One In Five for 10 August 2014 - Disability Policies
One in Five speaks to political party disability spokespeople about action they'd like to see taken to improve the lives of people living with a disability. Employment, education, housing and… Audio
Insight for 20 April 2014 - Marine Reserves - Protection or Tokenism?
Alison Hossain explores whether NZ's marine reserves are world leading protection or tokenism. Audio
Enironmental questions remain over Ruataniwha Dam proposal
Central Hawke's Bay Maori say they will withdraw their support for the $600-million Ruataniwha dam if there's evidence it will be harmful to the environment. Labour MP's Maryan Street, Ruth Dyson and… Audio
Govt proposes big cut in problem gambling research
The Government wants to dump more than half of its spending on problem gambling research. Opposition parties say the plan is completely at odds with Government moves to allow Sky City more pokie… Audio
More than 100 jobs lost at Department of Conservation
The Department of Conservation is cutting 100 jobs, triggering accusations the Government is jeopardising the conservation estate. Audio
Freedom Camping Bill one step closer to law
Stricter rules for freedom campers are one step closer to becoming law. Under the Freedom Camping Bill, councils will be able to fine illegal campers and prosecute them for dumping sewage from their… Audio
