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Fast-track bill still skewed in favour of economy - environmentalist
Projects that harm the environment will still get the green light despite the latest changes to the fast-track bill, a critic says. Audio
Report shows Chinese influence in New Caledonia
A new report indicates China's spent decades interfering in the politics of Kanaky New Caledonia. University of Canterbury political scientist Anne-Marie Brady spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
No increase in funding for RSE inspectors in 17 years
Worker numbers have quadrupled from when the scheme started in 2007 - but inspector funding hasn't increased at all.
Green Party on govt's Fast-track bill changes
The Green Party says the government's changes to the proposed Fast-track Approvals bill is just "tinkering", and it will continue to pose a serious threat to the environment. The Greens' spokesperson… Audio
Fast-track bill: Ministers won't get final say on green-lighting projects
The government has announced changes to the Fast-Track bill, but environmental groups say it isn't enough.
Te Whatu Ora diverts digital upgrade funding to payroll system
A payroll emergency took precedence over the long-term fix for the digital and data system.
Mitch McCann: A Week in US Politics
Our U.S. correspondent, Mitch McCann takes a look back at another week in US Politics including the big names and the rising stars at the Democratic National Convention. Audio
Mediawatch: Holding to account, holding the line on media freedom
Holding ministers to account and also amplifying their spending statements without scrutiny; two editors in Asia holding the line on media freedom; update on advocacy ad angst. Audio
From Beehive to Bluegrass: Kiwi MPs head stateside
The House hears from two MPs, usually foes, who have spent a week together stateside, like a political odd couple.
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How to grow the next generation of Pasifika politicians
It's disheartening how little support there is for Pasifika local politicians, a Māori-Tonga councillor says.
Traffic light system creating atmosphere of 'fear' and 'stress'
The changes could affect many disabled people on the Jobseeker Support benefit, a disabilities advocate says.
RFK Jr ends US presidential campaign, endorses Trump
Hours after announcing the endorsement in a press conference, Kennedy joined Trump at a campaign event in Arizona, where the crowd cheered the independent loudly.
How not to answer a question, and other lessons from Parliament
The House - MPs in the House argued at length about something usually hidden from view on Wednesday - it all started with a question on Parliament's Tiles. Audio
Focus on Politics: Govt's Treaty principles positions crystallise at Koroneihana
The typically apolitical anniversary of the Māori King's coronation was this year full of challenges to the government and the prime minister. Audio
How not to answer a question, and other lessons from Parliament
A dispute during Question Time this week was packed with lessons on asking questions in Parliament, and especially how not to answer them. Audio
MSD apologises for telling sickness beneficiary to send 'up-to-date' CV
"I was actually, really stressed about this - I was actually, really worried," says Keryn Densem, who the ministry admits was sent the letter by accident.
Coalition positions on Treaty principles crystallise at Koroneihana
In the pouring rain and whipping winds, politicians arrived at Ngāruawāhia's Tūrangawaewae marae for te Koroneihana, the 18th anniversary of the Māori King's coronation.
The typically apolitical… Audio
The Panel with Ed Amon and Catherine Robertson (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Ed Amon and Catherine Robertson discuss Vice President Kamala Harris' speech at the Democratic National Convention. Audio
North Korea takes issue with US selling helicopters
Asia correspondent William Denselow speaks to Lisa Owen about North Korea taking issue with the United States selling Apache helicopters to the South, tensions at sea between China and the Philippines… Audio
