Government
Fear of unfairness in approaching PNG election
Papua New Guinea's opposition leader says there are ominous signs for those hoping for free and fair elections next year. Audio
Winston Peters - Should government be based in Wellington?
Following this week's earthquake, Wallace talks to NZ First leader, Winston Peters, about how well the capital has withstood this shake and whether or not it's a sensible idea to have our government… Audio
Aaargh Icelanders ready to be governed by pirates?
Iceland's Pirate Party, founded by activists and hackers four years ago, is on course to either win or finish a close second in tomorrow's general election. Audio
Boris Johnson named UK Foreign Secretary
There is shock in Britain after Boris Johnson is named Foreign Secretary in the new Theresa May government. Our London Correspondent Catherine Drew has the details. Audio
Britain has a new Prime Minister
David Cameron hands in his resignation to the Queen, Theresa May takes the reins and immediately rings the changes. We talk to BBC political correspondent Rob Watson. Audio
Is a 'post-truth' era upon us?
The government has shrugged off events and evidence contradicting claims made by ministers recently, frustrating many journalists. But are we really in a "post-truth" period where the facts don't… Video, Audio
Is a 'post-truth' era upon us?
The government has shrugged off events and evidence contradicting claims made by ministers recently, frustrating many journalists. But are we really in a "post-truth" period where the facts don't…
Video, AudioPrivate school funding model could change
The Government could soon be paying private schools per student rather than from a capped pool of money - though state school teachers are calling for all Government funding to be ceased. Audio
Diversity - yeah right!
What will NZ On Air chief executive Jane Wrightson be doing to address inequality in television and digital media where white males hold the plum jobs. Ethnicity is also out of balance with most… Audio
Economy will be a key battleground in Australian election
This morning the Australian Governor-General will dissolve both houses of Parliament and send voters to the polls on July the second. Audio
Banning dogs won't work - SPCA
Banning particular 'dangerous' breeds of dogs will not help reduce the number of attacks, says Auckland SPCA CEO Andrea Midgeon Audio
Where does the govt stand on dangerous dogs?
Associate Minister for Local Government Louise Upton says the government is open to all suggestions in deciding how to deal with dangerous dogs. Audio
Trust Crisis - Prof Michael Macaulay
Is there a crisis of distrust in New Zealand? A new study commissioned by Victoria University's Institute for Governance and Policy Studies has found that New Zealanders have little trust in… Audio
Threat to nation likely prompted SIS spying
It would have taken a high threat to national security to trigger the SIS into carrying out surveillance without a warrant, a security analyst says.
'Jihadi brides' dominates Parliament debate
The Minister in Charge of the SIS, Chris Finlayson told reporters at Parliament it was irrelevant where the women left from, despite calls in Parliament for an apology. Video, Audio
Govt will not apologise for comments about jihadi brides
The Prime Minister John Key is under fire over accusations that he's been scaremongering over so-called "jihadi brides" but said he would not be apologising. Audio
Govt asked for private data 12,000 times in 3 months
Government agencies made nearly 12,000 requests to 10 companies for their customers' personal information during a three-month trial.
Government may contribute to beach campaign
The Prime Minister John Key says the government may make a modest contribution to the campaign to buy an Abel Tasman beach if there is a shortfall. Audio
Is the TPP being signed in NZ or not?
The Government is refuting reports that a date has been set for signing of the Trans Pacific Partnership Agreement next month in New Zealand. However, opponents of the controversial trade deal say the… Audio
Westpac retained as main government banker
Westpac has been retained as the government's main banker. The Australian-owned bank will continue to provide transactional banking services for the Crown, after the lucrative contract was put up…
