Labour Party
Labour plotting return to govt in 2026
Labour's plotting its return to the government benches in 2026 - by taking the time first to do a lot of soul-searching. Chris Hipkins wants Labour to represent a positive change - but at the same… Audio
Hipkins remains Labour leader for now, after Caucus debrief
Chris Hipkins remains the leader of the Labour Party, for now, declaring he's still got a bit of fight in him after a caucus debrief to dissect its election night disaster. His longer-term future… Audio
Aupito William Sio exits NZ Parliament after 16 years
Aupito William Sio exits NZ Parliament after 16 years. Audio
Minister’s downfall triggers premature election speculation
The media could scarcely ignore the startling story of a minister of justice under arrest, but the circumstances of that and her sudden resignation raised many other issues. Many in the media seized… Audio
Minister’s downfall triggers premature election speculation
The media could scarcely ignore the startling story of a minister of justice under arrest, but the circumstances of that and her sudden resignation raised many other issues. Many in the media seized…
AudioThe Panel with Marie Dyhrberg KC
Wallace and panellists discuss Labour's new policy on youth crime with Marie Dyhrberg KC. Audio
Political defection takes media by surprise
Te Pāti Māori livestreams from local marae don’t usually attract much mainstream media interest. But the defection of government minister Meka Whaitiri on Wednesday was carried by every major outlet… Audio
Political defection takes media by surprise
Te Pāti Māori livestreams from local marae don’t usually attract much mainstream media interest. But the defection of government minister Meka Whaitiri on Wednesday was carried by every major outlet…
AudioKids and consultants - Media run the rule over opposition policy
The National Party unveiled two dove-tailed policies last weekend - pumping up childcare subsidies while cutting down on consultants to cover the cost. Mediawatch looks at how the media ran the rule… Audio
Kids and consultants - Media run the rule over opposition policy
The National Party unveiled two dove-tailed policies last weekend - pumping up childcare subsidies while cutting down on consultants to cover the cost. Mediawatch looks at how the media ran the rule…
AudioPublic media policy put out of its misery
The PM has confirmed what pundits have predicted for weeks: the plan for a public media entity has been scrapped – before they even settled on a name for it. It’s the second time in five years… Audio
Public media policy put out of its misery
The PM has confirmed what pundits have predicted for weeks: the plan for a public media entity has been scrapped – before they even settled on a name for it. It’s the second time in five years…
AudioPM Chris Hipkins appoints new Cabinet Ministers
Back home, Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has unveiled a shake-up of his Cabinet line-up.
The front-bench remains largely unchanged, except with the addition of Michael Wood, Jan Tinetti, Willie… Audio
Why Grant Robertson didn't run to be prime minister
The finance minister says he is relieved Chris Hipkins put his hand up, because he really did not want to.
Six Labour Ministers and MPs to retire next year
Three Labour Ministers and three MPs are to leave parliament at the next election. The Prime Minister made the announcement a short time ago. RNZ's Deputy Political Editor Craig McCulloch has the… Audio
Govt plans spending shake-up for start of 2023
A newly-prioritised spending plan and fresh ministerial line-up are part of Labour's plan to reset the political landscape for the start of next year - election year. The government's been under… Audio
PM’s exit speculation goes another round
Pundits and presenters aired excitable opinions about the possibility - or probability according to some - that Jacinda Ardern would quit while she was ahead before the next election. It's a re-run of… Audio
PM’s exit speculation goes another round
Pundits and presenters aired excitable opinions about the possibility - or probability according to some - that Jacinda Ardern would quit while she was ahead before the next election. It's a re-run of…
AudioLabour Party confirms investigation into Sharma's conduct recommended expulsion
Labour has confirmed it investigated Gaurav Sharma's conduct and recommended he be expelled from the party.
Ex-Labour MP Sharma quite Parliament, forces by-election
Independent MP Gaurav Sharma has resigned from Parliament, forcing a by-election in Hamilton West.
The former Labour MP says he intends to stand in the by-election as an independent candidate.
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