National Party
National welcomes push for new environmental party
National Party is backing former Green Party candidate Vernon Tava's push for a new environmental party, but the government says it's a laughable attempt by the opposition to make friends. Audio
National MP under police investigation
National MP Sarah Dowie is understood to be under police investigation relating to a text message she allegedly sent to Jami-Lee Ross in August last year, telling him he "deserves to die". RNZ… Audio
Paula Bennett takes on new portfolio in response to govt’s drug policy
National's deputy Paula Bennett has been given a new shadow portfolio on drug reform as part of a minor reshuffle by leader Simon Bridges. She joins Five O'clock Report to discuss the new position… Audio
What you can - or can't - say about the Speaker
Opinion - Say what you want about an MP - if you think you can rely on their political sense and what they think the public will tolerate, writes Andrew Geddis Audio
Leaker claims to be a National MP
A texter who leaked details of National Party's internal polling last week has sent another text to RNZ, claiming they are a National MP and offering details of what happened in yesterday's caucus… Audio
Simon Bridges ejected from House, MPs follow
National MPs walked out of the House this afternoon after party leader Simon Bridges was ejected by the Speaker. But Mr Bridges remains defiant, saying he called out Speaker Trevor Mallard for openly… Audio
Maggie Barry responds to bullying allegations
The National Party MP Maggie Barry has responded to bullying allegations by going on the offensive - asking the Parliamentary Service to investigate whether she was recorded by her staff. The North… Video, Audio
Police investigating complaints against Young Nats member
The National Party is facing questions over a Christmas drinks function held by its youth wing - after police launched an investigation linked to the event. Video, Audio
Minister in hot seat over tertiary fees-free policy figures
Education Minister Chris Hipkins has defended the tertiary fees-free policy as National calls out Labour over what it calls a failed election bribe. Audio
NZ First accepts Jami-Lee Ross offer of proxy vote
In yet another twist in the Jami-Lee Ross saga, New Zealand First has agreed to cast the MP's vote while he is away from Parliament. NZ First leader Winston Peters fronted to reporters at Parliament… Audio
NZ First accepts Jami-Lee Ross’ proxy vote
New Zealand First has accepted Jami-Lee Ross' proxy vote while he's away from Parliament. Party leader Winston Peters talks to Lisa Owen about why the party accepted the former National MP's offer. Video, Audio
Paula Bennett: ‘I stand by what we did and how we did it’
National's deputy leader Paula Bennett has spoken for the first time since the leak of another recording involving Jami-Lee Ross. She told RNZ Political Editor Jane Patterson she has no regrets with… Audio
Recording reveals conversation behind Jami-Lee Ross’ leave
A recording released today shows Jami-Lee Ross was being strongly urged to leave Parliament after being confronted with allegations of inappropriate conduct towards four or five women, and disloyal… Audio
New recording released in Simon Bridges/Jami-Lee Ross saga
In a recording of a conversation between National's leader Simon Bridges, deputy Paula Bennett and ousted MP Jami-Lee Ross, the leaders apparently offer to keep quiet about alleged harassment as long… Audio
‘Gullible’ Immigration Minister ‘didn’t look at facts’- National
National's Immigration spokesman Michael Woodhouse joins Checkpoint live to discuss Czech drug smuggler Karel Sroubek's residency case. He says the investigation launched into the case is just a… Video, Audio
Jami-Lee Ross gives proxy vote to National
Former National MP Jami-Lee Ross has given his proxy vote to his former party as he remains on leave based on medical advice. Otago University law professor Andrew Geddis discusses the move with… Video, Audio
National MP reflects on own party when discussing harassment
National MP in charge of workplace relations and safety, Scott Simpson, says the conduct within his party shows no work environment is safe from bullying and harassment. Audio
Electoral Commission ‘providing advice’ to police on JLR claims
The Electoral Commission has been approached by police regarding claims of corruption made by former National MP Jami-Lee Ross. It says it is "providing advice as required". Video, Audio
Simon Bridges: ‘Right calls for right reasons’
National leader Simon Bridges has announced a review into workplace and party practices to ensure women feel safe while at work. He says he would not have handled anything differently, but has been… Video, Audio
Female MP sent abusive text to Jami-Lee Ross
An abusive text sent to Jami-Lee Ross by a female MP that Mr Ross had a relationship with has been released, as the National Party announces it will review its culture. Video, Audio
