Politics
Parliamentary petition calls for inquiry into Chinese interference
Members of a pro-democracy group have delivered a petition calling for a government inquiry into Chinese interference in NZ and the Pacific.
Greyhound rehoming plan 'unrealistic and not achievable' - trainer
A long-time greyhound trainer says the government's ban on racing is a disaster, and its rehoming timeframe impossible. Audio
China says it takes 'necessary measures' to defend sovereignty over Taiwan
Taiwan's defence ministry said China is deploying its largest navy fleet in regional waters in nearly three decades,
Ferry plan reveal leaves ocean of questions
The coalition has announced its alternative ferry replacement project, but many questions remain around the specific details.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 11 December 2024
In today's episode, a network outage at Auckland Airport that caused massive queues and delays for some international flights has been resolved - but that hasn't allayed all travellers problems, New… Audio
Ethnic leaders: landmark report welcomed but actions need to follow
Community leaders say the launch of an all-encompassing report on ethnic communities is positive, but needs to be followed up with change.
Advocates divided as government unveils Cook Strait ferry plan
Ahead of the announcement, transport advocates are divided over whether rail-enabled ferries are needed. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 11 December 2024
On today's episode, Labour Leader Chris Hipkins is sceptical any option to replace the inter-island ferries will end up costing less than his government's iRex project, Parliament has rushed through… Audio
Labour leader on govt's ferry announcement
Labour Leader Chris Hipkins is sceptical any option to replace the inter-island ferries will end up costing less than his government's iRex project. Hipkins spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Te Pāti Māori MPs referred to privileges committee over haka
Te Pāti Māori says it expects rules will change to accommodate haka in Parliament. Te Pāti Māori co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Labour's Sepuloni on new ferries, haka in parliament
Labour's Carmel Sepuloni covers the political topics of the week - from new ferries to parliamentary haka Audio
Are the big Aussie banks ready for more govt scrutiny?
The country's big Australian-owned banks appear to be ready for further government scrutiny into competition in the banking sector.
Oral Questions for 10 December 2024
Questions to Ministers Rt Hon CHRIS HIPKINS to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? SAM UFFINDELL to the Minister of Finance: What recent announcements has… Audio
It's not 'locked and loaded', but longer boot camps on the cards
The coalition is considering extending the time some teenagers spend in boot camp residential facilities if it's likely they'll reoffend when sent back into the community.
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 10 December
On today's episode, the government is promising a swathe of changes to bolster Kiwibank and bring about more competition in the banking sector, emergency teams have been sent to Saydnaya prison… Audio
India is the new China – NZ needs to see the bigger picture in trade negotiations
India is where China was economically 15 years ago. With new talk of trade negotiations, a clear view of India's present and future power will be vital.
Live: Willis talks tough on banking sector
The government is promising a swathe of changes to bolster KiwiBank, and bring about more competition in the banking sector.
David Seymour on the return of pay docking for partial strikes
The government is to reintroduce pay deductions for partial strikes, ACT leader David Seymour discussed the law change with Nathan Rarere Audio
Syrian rebel leader's victory speech holds message for Iran - and Trump, Israel
Analysis: Abu Mohammad al-Jolani's mosque speech was about arrival and survival. It's his actions, though, that will secure the latter.
Census 2023: Response rate up 2% on 2018, but down on 10 years ago
The number of people who filled out the 2023 Census form rose slightly compared to five years ago but was well down on response rates for the population and dwellings count a decade ago.
