Politics
New Zealand Defence Force proposing to cut hundreds of roles, union says
Staff have been told of plans of a major restructure that could see 374 civilian roles gone, according to the PSA.
Former Scottish leader cleared in probe into party finances
Police have been investigating since 2021 what happened to more than $1.3m raised by Scottish independence campaigners in 2017.
Canadian prime minister to call snap election
The announcement reflects Mark Carney's wish to capitalise on a polling surge for his Liberal Party.
What are NZ's international climate targets and do we have to meet them?
Analysis - Most New Zealanders support the country meeting its international climate targets, according to a poll commissioned for the environment ministry.
PM stresses value of sports diplomacy while batting in India
New Zealand and India will be celebrating 100 years of sporting relations this year.
The Panel with Ed McKnight and Sue Kedgley (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Ed McKnight and Sue Kedgley. In the second half of the show, they discuss ACT seeking expressions of interest to stand for local council… Audio
Mata Season 3 | Episode 5: Whānau Ora, foreign policy, frozen school lunches; Nanaia Mahuta and Tau Henare discuss.
From Whānau Ora and foreign policy to frozen (or scalding) school lunches, political veterans Nanaia Mahuta and Tau Henare unpack the political stories of the week. Video, Audio
What exactly was Winston Peters' mission in Washington DC?
Analysis: Peters heads home from Washington DC armed with fresh intel on what the new US administration is thinking, and the impact it might have on New Zealand and the wider Pacific.
Mayor fires back at ACT criticism of councils
The party's comments are a cheap shot at councils trying to make ends meet against near-impossible odds, Tania Gibson says.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 20 March 2025
On today's episode, Donald Trump says things are "very much on track" after a conversation a short time ago with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Green MP Steve Abel has visited hunger striker… Audio
Peters discusses trade and security with US Secretary of State
Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters says New Zealand's relationship with the U.S is a two-way street, and that both countries have expectations of each other. Audio
Trump says things 'on track' after call with Ukrainian President Zelesnky
Donald Trump says things are "very much on track" after a conversation a short time ago with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Washington DC correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
'Bewildered' experts not on board for fisheries changes
The government wants to streamline regulations, but marine advocates worry the changes would make fishing less transparent and expedite destruction of the ocean.
Sepuloni: Govt gaslighting families over disability funding
Labour's deputy leader Carmel Sepuloni joins First Up for a look at the week in politics Audio
'Bewildered' experts aren't on board for changes to fisheries
The government wants to streamline regulations, but marine advocates worry the changes would make fishing less transparent and expedite destruction of the ocean. Audio
Ownership angst, lunch fatigue, US podcast bombast
Rivals appeal to NZME shareholders as Stuff carves its chief's one share into a million. Also: MAGA-powered podcasters control the zone - and have we lost the appetite for school lunch scrutiny? Audio
The future of online gambling
Guyon Espiner explains why the TAB wants an online casino licence - and why the government is telling it to stick to the cards it's been dealt. Audio
Winston Peters labels Washington trip a sucess
Winston Peters is keeping his cards close to his chest about what went down during his meeting with U-S Secretary of State Marco Rubio today. But the foreign minister insists he made New Zealand's… Audio
What school lunch provider Libelle's biggest problem was
Libelle went into liquidation last week owing nearly 250 creditors money.
Hipkins accuses Luxon of undermining NZ's nuclear-free stance in India
"It seems our foreign policy is up for grabs at the moment," the Labour leader says. Audio
