Shane Jones
A fast track to unprecedented power
The new fast-track approvals bill has been described as 'government by amateurs', with no checks and balances
AudioMorning Report Essentials for Wednesday 17 April
On today's episode we hear from Resource Minister Shane Jones on reducing barriers to coal mines, we get Labour's reaction to the changes from leader Chris Hipkins, journalist and media commentator… Audio
Shane Jones reduces barriers to coal mine consents
Resource Minister Shane Jones is reducing barriers to the consenting of coal mines, saying the changes will bring it into line with other types of mining. Jones spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Govt to give Ruapehu ski field 7 million dollars so season can go ahead
The government is stumping up another 7 million dollars for Ruapehu Alpine Lifts to ensure the ski season can go ahead on Whakapapa. Cabinet has also agreed to provide three million in equity and loan… Audio
Shane Jones on Fast Track Approval bill
Environmentalists are shocked and worried that conservation estates could be home to new mines under the Fast Track Approval bill.
The legislation, which passed its first reading on Thursday, will… Audio
NZ First determined to rebuild New Zealand's pride: Shane Jones
New Zealand First's deputy leader Shane Jones says his party's determined to rebuild the country's pride, resilience, service, and unity as we approach 2040, the bicentenary of the signing of Te… Audio
Shane Jones welcomes debate on direction of Te Tiriti
NZ First deputy leader Shane Jones has welcomed debate on the direction of the Treaty of Waitangi.
His comments come only a week from this year's Waitangi Day commemorations, which ACT leader David… Audio
Shane Jones on Rātana
New Zealand First's Shane Jones is imploring Māori to debate him at Waitangi next month after he was heckled at Rātana.
Politicians from all parties except for ACT undertook their annual pilgrimage… Audio
Shane Jones puts environmental laws in his sights
The new Minister for Regional Development, Resources and Ocean and Fisheries, Shane Jones, has put climate change and environmental laws firmly in his sights. In Parliament yesterday, the New Zealand… Audio
Government dismisses protests promoted by Te Pāti Māori as 'inconsequential'
The coalition is dismissing widespread anti-government protests as inconsequential, but others say Māori anger at planned changes is not going to fade any time soon.
Thousands turned out on Tuesday… Audio
NZ First vows to fight back against Te Pāti Māori
New Zealand First is vowing to fight back against Te Pāti Māori after thousands protested against the new coalition government.
Te Pāti Māori says further action is planned.
New Zealand First Deputy… Audio
Shane Jones on NZ First returning to Parliament
New Zealand First is on track to have eight members in Parliament, and may be needed to support National and ACT in government.
The party's deputy leader Shane Jones spoke to Guyon Espiner. Audio
Shane Jones on the week in politics
To politics - and we're joined again for our regular catch up with the deputy leader of NZ First - Mr Shane Jones. Audio
NZ First candidate on race baiting accusations
Labour leader Chris Hipkins is continuing to target his political opponents over their rhetoric around Māori, saying it's race-baiting.
He's delivered a warning about the impact a National, ACT, New… Audio
NZ First's Shane Jones on the Northland campaign
To politics now, and we're joined by the second in command at NZ First - Northland candidate Shane Jones. Audio
Don't stop believing: ACT hits fawke in the road as Labour falls & National stalls
ACT endures scrutiny, Shane Jones impersonates Julie Andrews and we recall 1999, while Lacklustre Luxon and Ho Hum Hipkins fail to inspire. Video, Audio
Episode 16: Shane Jones on the Treaty, Toilets and Teeth - August 22nd - Mata
Shane Jones outlines NZ First’s campaign to re enter parliament - their policies and priorities, including their controversial transgender toilet policy. Then we hear from commentators Tau Henare and… Video, Audio
Former MP Shane Jones remembers Titewhai Harawira
Prominent Northland kuia and controversial campaigner for Maori rights Titewhai Harawira has died.
She was proud matriarch of a close-knit family she was heavily involved in Maori activism with… Audio
NZ First visits Ratana early, separately from other parties
Political party leaders are gathering at the settlement of Rātana Pā - just south of Whanganui - to kick off what's regarded as the start of the political year.
An emotional farewell is expected for… Audio
