Ruth Dyson

With Martin Taylor - Aged Care Association Chief Executive, Rob Haultain - NZ Nurses Organisation industrial advisor and Ruth Dyson - Labour's health spokesperson. Audio

Opposition parties say the government must establish a commissioner for aged care to stave off a looming crisis in the sector. Audio

The Labour Party says New Zealanders are still in the dark about Whanau Ora, following yesterday's release of the 71 page report on whanau-centred policies. Audio

To discuss this further is Labour's Ruth Dyson. Audio

The Government wants primary healthcare providers to be able to provide a wider range of services, including some currently carried out in hospitals. Audio

The Government is considering extending arrangements already in place so private hospitals can do more elective surgery for patients on public health waiting lists. Audio

The Health Minister Tony Ryall is keeping National's pre-election promise to tackle waiting lists. Audio

The Minister of Social Development and Employment, Ruth Dyson says the policy would be a great leap backwards. Audio

The United Future leader, Peter Dunne, is describing parts of National's benefits policy as ruthless and harsh. Audio

Low income people struggling to buy food will be able to get twice as much money from emergency food grants. Audio

The Government has gifted 6 million dollars to a trust which will preserve the Moriori culture. Audio

There are further indications of gloom for the economy with a sharp drop in employment. Audio

A major report has found close to two hundred thousand children in New Zealand are living in poverty. Audio