John Banks
MediaWorks admits 'organisational failure' over racist radio broadcast
MediaWorks has admitted a racist on-air exchange between John Banks and a caller on Magic Talk breached broadcasting standards - and it represented an "organisational and editorial failure".
MediaWorks admits 'organisational failure' over racist radio broadcast
MediaWorks has admitted a racist on-air exchange between John Banks and a caller on Magic Talk breached broadcasting standards - and it represented an "organisational and editorial failure".
AudioTelco unveils ethical advertising policy amid talkback turmoil
Vodafone was quick to pull advertising from Magic Talk after a recent racist outburst sparked outrage. Now it’s gone further, launching an Ethical Advertising Policy, described by one media outlet as… Audio
Telco unveils ethical advertising policy amid talkback turmoil
Vodafone was quick to pull advertising from Magic Talk after a recent racist outburst sparked outrage. Now it’s gone further, launching an Ethical Advertising Policy, described by one media outlet as…
AudioTalkback toxicity problem bigger than Banks, say critics
After the sacking of John Banks for racist blurts on air last week, critics are questioning the health of today’s talkback radio. It pulls a crowd and airs important issues, but can the bosses and the… Audio
Talkback toxicity problem bigger than Banks, say critics
After the sacking of John Banks for racist blurts on air last week, critics are questioning the health of today’s talkback radio. It pulls a crowd and airs important issues, but can the bosses and the…
AudioMediaWorks axes John Banks over comments
MediaWorks has axed fill-in Magic Talk host John Banks over comments he and a listener made about Māori. Audio
Mediaworks drops John Banks following racist comments
The chief executive of MediaWorks says Magic Talk host John Banks will never work at the organisation again on his watch, after a storm over the former Auckland mayor's racist remarks.
Mr Banks… Audio
Banks’ blurts bring boot from broadcaster
MediaWorks has replaced former politician John Banks as a talkback host and apologised for his comments condemning "stone age" Maori culture and warning "these people will be coming through your… Audio
Banks’ blurts bring boot from broadcaster
MediaWorks has replaced former politician John Banks as a talkback host and apologised for his comments condemning "stone age" Maori culture and warning "these people will be coming through your…
AudioFormer ACT leader John Banks pleased with Seymour's success
Former ACT leader John Banks is heaping praise on David Seymour and the success of the ACT Party after Saturday's general election. The Labour Party won the election in a landslide - winning a… Audio
Coy candidates playing the media
Prospective politicians with hired hands from PR are flying kites in the media before committing to a campaign. Candidates running for office should be covered as news but can the media avoid being… Video, Audio
Coy candidates playing the media
Prospective politicians with hired hands from PR are flying kites in the media before committing to a campaign. Candidates running for office should be covered as news but can the media avoid being…
Video, AudioJohn Banks considering another run for Auckland mayoralty
Two-time Auckland mayor John Banks says he's considering running for office once again - but does he have a chance? Audio
John Banks considering another run for mayor
Former ACT MP John Banks is considering taking a stab at the Auckland Mayoralty.
Mr Banks was mayor of Auckland city from 2007 to 2010, and between 2001 and 2004.
He speaks to Kim Hill. Audio
Bring back Banksie
The former mayor of Auckland John Banks says the super city has been a great disappointment. He's not ruling out having another tilt at the job in the next local body elections. Audio
John Banks loses paternity case
Former Auckland mayor and politician John Banks has lost a paternity case, and gained a 47-year-old son.
John Banks is the father of Antony Shaw, judge rules
A High Court judge has ruled former cabinet minister and Auckland mayor John Banks is the father of a man he has denied is his son for 47 years. Video, Audio
John Banks makes no contact with court on paternity case
Former cabinet minister and Auckland mayor John Banks has been given just over two weeks to file any intention to oppose a paternity claim.
John Banks faces paternity suit
A man who claims to be John Banks' son is taking the former Auckland mayor and cabinet minister to court in a paternity case.
