Politics
French far right drops in second round of voting
In France, the far right National Rally party has, according to exit polls, gone from first to third in the second round of voting in the French election. All major French outlets are showing early… Audio
Luxon heads to Washington as pressure mounts on Biden
Analysis - Luxon's first US visit as prime minister coincides with scepticism over Biden's re-election bid, and an international rules-based order under growing strain.
Green MP Darleen Tana spends 115 days suspended – half her political career
Today marks the 115th day since Green MP Darleen Tana was suspended from caucus amid allegations she is linked to migrant exploitation at her husband's company.
Support for Northland businesses hit by power cut, State Highway 1 closures
The government fund aims to boost business resilience in case another unexpected event occurs.
Thinking outside the shoebox: How small is too small for an apartment?
Analysis - The housing minister wants to "flood" the market with smaller dwellings. What does that look like in other countries? Phil Pennington investigates.
Displacement, drift, layering and conversion: The changing parliament
There is new research on how Parliament's rules change, and the researcher gets to observe that change very closely – Parlament's Clerk of the House. Audio
Former top cop to lead 'short, sharp' review into Wairoa river bar
Christopher Luxon has been in flood-stricken Wairoa as the government announces a further $3 million for the region's flood recovery.
PM on defensive after minister admits not reading interim abuse report
Matt Doocey was personally sent the Royal Commission's interim report into abuse last November - turns out he hasn't read it.
Biden vows to stay in race and beat Trump in defiant speech
The US president told supporters "I am running and going to win again," as questions continue to swirl over whether he will drop out of the election.
Schools 'shocked and confused' over speed limit U-turn
The government wants to raise speed limits throughout Auckland - but councillors are fighting back. Audio
The Panel with Ed McKnight and Claire Amos (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Anna Dean and Martin Bosley discuss how banks may have to adjust their lending criteria to fit the Government's housing plan and how this weekend's… Audio
Govt rejects recommendations for local government overhaul
The report has found communities were not well-served by the relationship between central and local government.
Sir Keir Starmer is the new British Prime Minister
Sir Keir Starmer is the new British Prime Minister off the back of a massive Labour Party victory in today's general election. Audio
UK: Rishi Sunak concedes to Labour leader Keir Starmer
It was a woeful night for the outgoing Conservatives, which looks set to receive the lowest share of the votes in the party's history. Labour, on the other hand, looks set to be returned to government… Audio
Councils voice concern for proposed raised speed limits
The Government said scrapping blanket reductions on local streets including around schools - on arterial roads and state highways will boost productivity and economic growth. However, Marlborough and… Audio
Watch : Luxon faces questions as he visits South Island
The prime minister is visiting Ashburton and Timaru and is due to speak to media.
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 5 July 2024
On today's episode, a person has been being treated for injuries after an assault at Wellington Girls' College this morning. It's set to be a landslide for the Labour Party with the Tories on course… Audio
What are Mayoral Relief Funds and do they actually help?
We often see mayoral relief funds set up after a natural disaster. But the amount of financial assistance they provide pales in comparison to clean-up costs. What is the role of these funds, and are…
UK election: Landslide for Labour Party
In the UK the initial electoral results are in. It's set to be a landslide for the Labour Party with the Tories on course for a historic defeat. UK correspondent John Bevir spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Ousted Kāinga Ora board member slams government plans as 'wanton folly'
A former Kāinga Ora board member says the government's shake-up is "sheer folly".
