Government
Planning when you don't know the rules
Auckland Council's planning has been thrown for a loop after what looks like yet another government-imposed rule change over housing.
Circus tent rises on 2026 election
Once the election date is announced, politics can disintegrate into a toxic mess. Don't expect this year to be any different.
David Seymour on whether we can really afford tax cuts
ACT leader David Seymour tells Guyon how it feels being part of the coalition Government, what race-based policies he'd like to change, and whether we can really afford tax cuts. Video, Audio
Proposed anti-gang laws: What you need to know
We've been hearing a lot about anti-gang measures, with new legislation going through Parliament. RNZ is here to explain what it's all about.
The future of Premier House: What you need to know
Explainer - Despite its $37m valuation it doesn't meet healthy homes standards. But is updating it necessary during a cost of living crisis? RNZ examines its past, present, and potential future use.
Parliament 2023: Year of the shake-up
The House offers a recap on the many changes that Parliament went through in 2023, including the increased use of Te Reo and efforts to make parliament more accessible for people who live with… Audio
Raf Manji steps down from leading The Opportunities Party
Raf Manji is standing down from his role after failing to get into Parliament this election. The party received just over 2 percent of the general vote.
Power Play: Three-way coalition could make for treble trouble
Power Play - The unique situation means ACT and New Zealand First are in direct competition for prized Cabinet seats, and roles like deputy prime minister, RNZ's political editor Jane Patterson writes…
Week in Politics: Peters' no show steals the show
Analysis - Winston Peters' no show at the talks on Tuesday created controversy and is being described as a "humiliating show of political brinkmanship", writes Peter Wilson.
'People are over elections': Port Waikato by-election voting begins
Advanced voting to fill Parliament's 123rd seat begins today in the Port Waikato by-election triggered by the death of ACT Party candidate Neil Christensen a week before the general election.
'A lot more to do' after week of deliberations - Christopher Luxon
The incoming prime minister met with the leaders of ACT and New Zealand First this week to discuss the formation of the new government with little revealed.
