Bill English
Jabs, barbs and a song mark end of Parliament for year
Parliament signs off for the year with a Christmas wish list and a novel carol. Audio
Toby & Toby on... 2016
Opinion - From fake news to truthful hyperbole, political shake-ups and the loss of luminaries, Toby Morris and Toby Manhire reflect on a turbulent 12 months.
PM to reveal Cabinet on Sunday, but one minister jumps first
Bill English is quizzed on housing and child poverty in tough first question time as Prime Minister. RNZ Political Editor Jane Patterson reports. Audio
New PM and deputy like chalk and cheese
First Person - One is a small-town Southerner, the other a self-styled Westie. Kate Newton was there for the promotion of Bill English and Paula Bennett.
Changes afoot in National as English takes power
National's Cabinet reshuffle could see experienced leaders lose out and backbenchers climb the ranks, writes political reporter Mei Heron.
Prime Minister Bill English will not rule out raising retirement age
John Key said he would quit as prime minister before raising the retirement age of 65, but Bill English is not renewing his predecessor's pledge.
English stays mum on Cabinet reshuffle
Prime Minister Bill English says there won't be change for change's sake to what has been a well-performing Cabinet in his coming reshuffle. Video, Audio
Pike blockade: Call for Prime Minister Bill English to show compassion
Some of the families of the 29 men killed at Pike River Mine six years ago have blocked the road and will not let Solid Energy pass. Audio
New PM's first day fits the Bill
Power Play - Bill English has made a start setting himself apart from his predecessor, says Jane Patterson.
New Zealand has two new leaders
For the first time in eight years, New Zealand has a new Prime Minister. Bill English was appointed to the role today, along with his new deputy, Paula Bennett. Video, Audio
Bill English explains what he hopes to achieve as PM
Bill English was officially sworn in as Prime Minister today. We know who he is, but what does he hope to achieve during his time leading New Zealand? Audio
Too Much Noise
An English choirmaster has taken to wearing ear plugs wherever he goes to block out what he calls the increasing noise he says he encounters when he leaves the house. Audio
Hand over day on the 9th floor of the beehive
There's been a change at the helm on the ninth floor of the beehive today as Bill English officially becomes Prime Minister and Paula Bennett shifts into the deputy's job. Bernard Hickey gives his… Audio
It's farewell from John Key
Outgoing Prime Minister John Key has advised his replacement Bill English to "trust your gut". Video
Auckland house prices fall 4 percent
Auckland prices fell 4 percent last month, following the introduction of tighter lending rules.
New PM says Catholicism won't define him as PM
Bill English says his active Catholicism has shaped his morals, but will not define him as Prime Minister. Video
Bill English elected as new national Leader
Bill English has spoken after being elected as the new leader of the national party following John Key's resignation. His deputy is Paula Bennett. Mr English will be sworn in as Prime Minister this… Audio
Future PM meets with future deputy
Bill English has met with his soon-to-be deputy, Paula Bennett, ahead of tomorrow's crucial caucus meeting.
Bill Ralston, Jane Clifton, Richard Harman - The National Party post Key
Three of New Zealand's most experienced political commentators discuss the National Party post Key and what we can expect in next year's election. Audio
Bill English signals move towards greater social investment
The incoming Prime Minister, Bill English, is hinting that the government could focus more on social issues under his leadership. Audio
