Policy
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 4 February 2025
In today's episode, members of the Waitangi Tribunal have been welcomed onto Te Whare Runanga marae ahead of the arrival of Kuini Nga Wai hono i te po, - the Kiingitanga and Te Pati Maori, Pacific aid… Audio
Fast-track denied for controversial boat ramp
It may be the final nail in the coffin of a a project that's sharply divided the small community for nearly five years.
Leaders lay out goals at Iwi Chairs Forum
The political situation is simply one of the big topics, Ngāti Kahungunu iwi chair Bayden Barber says
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 4 February 2025
On today's episode, the Prime Minister has confirmed he will be hosted by Ngai Tahu in Akaroa for Waitangi Day on Thursday, the Trade Minister says officials and the prime minister have been in… Audio
'Doesn't prevent politicians from making laws': Seymour on Regulatory Standards Bill
The ACT leader says the bill will hold politicians to account, while critics argue it will simply bolster the protection of private property. Audio
Birthing centre sitting empty for years, Labour MP says
Ginny Andersen says the taxpayer has been footing the bill for an empty centre in the Hutt Valley for nearly two years. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 3 February 2025
On today's episode, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced retaliatory tariffs against the United States - a move which marks the beginning of a trade war between the neighbouring… Audio
KiwiSaver shake-up's risks could outweigh the rewards
Analysis - The government has proposed changes to make it easier to invest in private assets. But does that come with dangers?
Why Kiwis are squeamish about privatisation
Analysis - State asset sales have been a political dividing line for decades now, and it seems voters are again being asked to decide which side they're on. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 31 January 2025
In today's episode, the government's freshly announced plans for the Dunedin Hospital shows the rebuild will initially have fewer beds than the current hospital, the government has launched its final… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 30 January 2025
On today's episode, a Green Party MP has accused some government ministers of being, quote "outwardly racist and xenophobic", and he's called on the Prime Minister and Parliament's Speaker to take… Audio
Masterton and Rotorua mayors discuss speed limit changes
Drivers in the Wairarapa will save an estimated three minutes driving between Featherston and Masterton now the speed limit is back up to 100 kilometres an hour. Masterton mayor Gary Caffell and… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 29 January 2025
In today's episode, the Transport Minister is undoing what he says were illogical and untargeted speed limits reductions put in place by the previous government - effective immediately, a new by-law… Audio
Whole region must get involved with emergency response overhaul, leader says
Local councils across Hawke's Bay voted to overhaul the region's emergency management system in favour of a new strategy after several reports damned the official response to Cyclone Gabrielle. Video
Tasman District working to reduce speed limits on rural roads
Small communities around Tasman are itching to finally see speed limit reductions, that a government rule delayed. Tasman District mayor Tim King spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Waikato Council proposes by-law to counter boy racer spot
A new by-law proposed by the Waikato District Council is targeting a popular boy racing spot in Horotiu, between Hamilton and Ngaruawahia. Waikato district mayor Jacqui Church spoke to Charlotte Cook.
…Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 29 January
On today's episode, veteran activist John Minto is promoting a hotline for Kiwis to "report" holidaying Israelis who may have served in their country's military, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says… Audio
Labour leader Chris Hipkins on asset sales
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says asset sales could be on the electoral agenda next year. In response, Labour leader Chris Hipkins is seeking a pledge there are no plans to privatise the public… Audio
National MP calls for age limit rise for mandatory jury duty
A National MP wants to raise the cut-off age for mandatory jury duty from 65 to 72. Under current legislation, anyone over the age of 65 can be excused from jury service. Whanganui MP Carl Bates spoke… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 28 January 2025
On today's episode, economists are critical of the government's plans for economic growth by focusing on tourism, Kiribati could lose out on more than $100 million in aid after leaving Deputy Prime… Audio
