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Regional Deals: Government announces special agreements for councils
Councils from five regions will be invited to submit proposals under the so-called Regional Deals.
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No congestion charging for Nelson, yet
21 Aug 2024Regional leaders don't currently see a place for time-of-use charging in Nelson Tasman, but add that it shouldn't be ruled out in the face of future population…
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Iwi's challenge to Seymour: Kill the Treaty Principles Bill or front up
21 Aug 2024An iwi says it's disappointed by the ACT leader's "divisive rhetoric" and he needs to change course.
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Local councils need to 'rein in the fantasies' on spending - PM
21 Aug 2024Prime Minister Christopher Luxon told attendees at the Local Government New Zealand conference in Wellington today that local councils need to "rein in the…
Regional Deals: Government announces special agreements for councils
Councils from five regions will be invited to submit proposals under the so-called Regional Deals.
Leaked document shows tobacco company targeted parties
A leaked document from tobacco giant Philip Morris says the company should target political parties, including New Zealand First and the Maori Party, to get more favourable regulation for its Heated… Audio
Sepuloni: the price of electricity in New Zealand
Thursday is the time First Up talks with the Labour opposition, Carmel Sepuloni joined Nathan Rarere for a look at the political week. Audio
No congestion charging for Nelson, yet
Regional leaders don't currently see a place for time-of-use charging in Nelson Tasman, but add that it shouldn't be ruled out in the face of future population growth.
Iwi's challenge to Seymour: Kill the Treaty Principles Bill or front up
An iwi says it's disappointed by the ACT leader's "divisive rhetoric" and he needs to change course.
Kiingi Tuuheitia doesn't want politicians to lead talks of nationhood
Kiingi Tuuheitia has told iwi he does not want politicians to lead the conversation about nationhood - in his closing address at Koroneihana celebrations. He said he wants the government to engage… Audio
Almost 250 police roles cut
Almost 250 police jobs are being cut, but the Commissioner said it won't mean a reduciton in frontline services. The Police Commissioner declined to be interviewed but in a statement said the "change… Audio
Does NZ need a nationwide power conservation campaign?
Is Aotearoa in an energy crisis and do we need a nationwide power conservation campaign? Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones met with the industry regulator, the Electricty Authority earlier to get… Audio
Local councils need to 'rein in the fantasies' on spending - PM
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon told attendees at the Local Government New Zealand conference in Wellington today that local councils need to "rein in the fantasies" on spending.
David Seymour accused of hypocrisy
ACT's David Seymour has been accused of hypocrisy after revelations his new regulations ministry is paying big bucks for staff salaries - and will soon balloon to more than 90 staff. That's despite… Audio
How many public sector roles are going, and from where?
RNZ is tracking the number of roles cut from the public service since the coalition government took power in 2023.
Bodies of more Israeli hostages recovered from Gaza
Middle East correspondent Jacob Brown speaks to Lisa Owen about more bodies of Israeli hostages have been recovered from Gaza, Washington's top diplomat is back in the Middle East for an urgent push… Audio
Changes needed to driver's licence rules to save lives - association
The Automobile Association has research showing New Zealand has lax requirements compared to other countries - and revving up the rules is desperately needed for under-25 year-olds. Nearly a third of… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 21 August 2024
On today's episode, water tankers cannot be sent to areas of central Wellington who have no water, because authorities don't know how far the outage will spread, more than 600 political leaders from… Audio
Simeon Brown on high power prices and AA's proposed driver licensing changes
Power prices are being blamed for the loss of more than 200 jobs, as Winstone Pulp International closes two mills. And, the AA says the country's driver licensing system urgently needs to be changed… Audio
LGNZ holds annual conference in Wellington
More than 600 political leaders from 72 councils are gathering in Wellington on Wednesday for Local Government New Zealand's annual conference. Local democracy reporter Susan Botting spoke to… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 21 August
On today's episode, Labour leader Chris Hipkins has taken aim at the government in firey comments at Turangawaewae Marae while there to mark the anniversary of the coronation of Kiingi Tuheitia… Audio
Australia: Liberals' deadline flub, Dutton defends
Australia correspondent Chris Niesche details how the Liberal Party managed to miss a deadline to file election nominations in New South Wales - meaning more than 100 candidates won't be able to run… Audio
Former PM Jacinda Ardern speaks at DNC
Former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has been speaking to a meeting of progressive Democrats on the fringes of the party's convention in Chicago. Audio
Darleen Tana 'grasping at straws' by staying in Parliament - law professor
The former Green MP is relying on one quote from one judge, Andrew Geddis says. Audio