Policy
When it's worth waiting for democracy
The government's suite of amendments to electoral law haven't gone down well, but that's not stopping them from pushing ahead with the changes. Audio
When it's worth waiting for democracy
The government's suite of amendments to electoral law haven't gone down well, but that's not stopping them from pushing ahead with the changes. Audio
The Auckland elections you probably don't know about
While most of the attention will be on city councillors and mayoral hopefuls, voters also have the power to decide on other leaders.
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 29th July 2025
In today's episode, thousands of homes have been without power across Northland as what has been described as an 'atmospheric funnel', hits Aotearoa; Rain is falling steadily at the top of the South… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 29 July 2025
In today's episode, Labour's accusing the government of having more spin than a front load washer, over the cost of living; Retailers say the government's move to ban surcharges on PayWave and credit… Audio
Retailers on govt's move to ban PayWave surcharges
Retailers say the government's move to ban surcharges on PayWave and credit card purchases by next May will only drive their prices up because they can't afford to absorb the costs. Karori bookshop… Audio
Labour accuses govt of spin over cost-of-living response
Labour's accusing the government of having more spin than a front load washer, over the cost-of-living. Labour Leader Chris Hipkins spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Builder on access to overseas building supplies
Builders dealing with astronomical prices for building supplies are keenly waiting to see if the government's intervention will make any difference. Substruct builder and managing director Steve Brown… Audio
Govt under pressure over cost-of-living response
Under pressure over the cost-of-living, the government is attempting to reclaim the narrative with a lengthy reminder of its economic efforts. Political reporter Russell Palmer has the story. Audio
Tax break for Philip Morris Heated Tobacco Products extended
The tax break for Heated Tobacco Products made by Philip Morris has been extended for an extra two years. Guyon Espiner spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Govt moves to ban PayWave and credit card surcharges
The government is moving to ban surcharges on PayWave but it's only for Visa and Mastercard and doesn't include online purchases. Retail New Zealand chief executive Carolyn Young spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Drawing a line between threat and oppression
Rights groups are concerned a government spotlight on terror laws will see protest, freedom of speech and advocacy endangered.
Balancing risk with overreach in our terror laws
Rights groups are concerned a government spotlight on terror laws will see protest, freedom of speech and advocacy endangered Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 28th July 2025
In today's episode, a school bus driver and a child are in hospital after the bus hit black ice and skidded into a line of trees in Hawke's Bay on Monday morning; A constitutional lawyer says the… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 28 July 2025
In today's episode, Attorney-General Judith Collins says the government's proposed electoral law changes clash with constitutional rights; Thousands of overseas-made building products have been… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 28 July 2025
In today's episode, Attorney-General Judith Collins says the government's proposed electoral law changes clash with constitutional rights; Thousands of overseas-made building products have been… Audio
Master Builders on overseas-made building products approved for use in New Zealand
Thousands of overseas-made building products have been approved for use in New Zealand, in a bid to reduce construction costs and help a struggling building industry. Registered Master Builders… Audio
PM Luxon on electoral law changes clashing with constitutional rights
Attorney-General Judith Collins says the government's proposed electoral law changes clash with constitutional rights. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
NZTA secretly using cameras in city billboards
The Transport Agency has been secretly using cameras in billboards at city intersections to track cars and trucks. Phil Pennington spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Two-month-old dies following overdose after allegedly given medication at an adult dosage
A two-month-old baby died following an overdose after she was allegedly given medication at an adult dosage by a pharmacy. Sam Sherwood spoke to Corin Dann. Audio