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Labour say the economy is turning a corner
Treasury released its Pre-election Economic and Fiscal Update on Tuesday, to mixed reactions.
The Labour Party hailed the accounts as showing the economy was turning the corner, with no recession… Audio
A week to wrap up Parliament
The last sitting week of the 53rd Parliament has a fairly packed schedule of government business, plus debate on the Standing Orders Committee's regular report, and the Adjournment Debate. Audio
A week to wrap up Parliament
The last sitting week of the 53rd Parliament has a fairly packed schedule of government business, plus debate on the Standing Orders Committee's regular report, and the Adjournment Debate.
AudioGovt finds $4 billion in public service savings over next four years
The Labour government has found nearly $4 billion in savings across the public service over the next four years. It comes as the government's accounts for the eleven months to the end of May show tax… Audio
Finance Minister hopes flood deal will bring certainty to homeowners
The Finance Minister, Grant Robertson, hopes cost-sharing packages for storm damage in Auckland and Gisborne will give some certainty to affected homeowners.
In Auckland, the Government will… Audio
Parliament's final six busy days
It is the second to last sitting week for Parliament but there is still a mountain of bills to get finalised before the MPs wearily trudge home. Audio
Parliament's final six busy days
It is the second to last sitting week for Parliament but there is still a mountain of bills to get finalised before the MPs wearily trudge home.
AudioNational's yin and yang v Labour's frugal fear factor
Analysis: With little money in the government's coffers heading into Election 2023, the Caucus podcast looks at how the two main parties plan to use fear, frugality and friendliness to win your vote.
…Women's World Cup co-hosting proves a success
Auckland bars and restaurants say the Fifa World Cup has given a healthy boost to their coffers.
The tournament semi-final was played at Eden Park in Auckland last night and Spain beat Sweden 2-1.
… Audio
GST and Working for Families changes key to Labour's tax policy
The Finance Minister, Grant Robertson has described Labour's removal of GST on fruit and vegetables as the centrepiece of Labour's election tax policy, saying this is not the time for new taxes or tax… Audio
Special debate to focus on Covid regulations
We're reminded of the important role of the Regulations Review Committee as Parliament this week holds a special debate about the committee's report on Covid-19 regulations. Audio
Special debate to focus on Covid regulations
We're reminded of the important role of the Regulations Review Committee as Parliament this week holds a special debate about the committee's report on Covid-19 regulations.
AudioRobertson says councils will work with cyclone-damaged property owners on buyouts
How the Government and Hawke's Bay councils will share the costs of buying out some property owners in the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle, is still to be revealed.
Council's can't say what the cost split… Audio
Te Kāhui Mōuri lights up Parliament's face
Visitors entering the main entrance to Parliament can finally notice some visual signs of Māori culture and physical recognition of mana whenua. Audio
Te Kāhui Mōuri lights up Parliament's face
Visitors entering the main entrance to Parliament can finally notice some visual signs of Māori culture and physical recognition of mana whenua.
AudioPrivileges and more than a sense of urgency
Parliament has just six weeks left before it breaks for the election. There is still a lot yet to do, and to slow that down, one or two matters of privilege. Audio
Privileges and more than a sense of urgency
Parliament has just six weeks left before it breaks for the election. There is still a lot yet to do, and to slow that down, one or two matters of privilege.
Audio'Getting on with the job that I've got' - Finance Minister on Labour's tax change rule-out
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has ruled out introducing a wealth tax or a capital gains tax while he is leader - echoing the promise Jacinda Ardern made in 2019.
Budget documents released yesterday… Audio
Labour's tax announcement puts coalitions on shaky ground
The Prime Minister is being accused of both cynicism and arrogance over his decision not to introduce a wealth tax or capital gains tax as long as he is leader.
Labour's potential coalition partners… Audio
Government to help businesses secure loans
The Government has announced it will help businesses affected by recent weather events to secure cheaper loans, rather than giving them cash.
Hawke's Bay growers previously asked for $750 million to… Audio
