Simon Bridges
Auckland Business Chamber launches 10-point energy plan
A coalition of energy leaders, led by the Auckland Business Chamber, is launching a 10-point Energy Action Plan. Auckland Business Chamber chief executive Simon Bridges spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
New government to hold first cabinet meeting
The new coalition government will hold its first Cabinet meeting on Tuesday.
The Cabinet will have 20 ministers - 14 from National, and three each from ACT and NZ First. National will have five… Audio
Debate over congestion charge for Auckland
Debate is heating up over the introduction of a congestion charge for Aucklanders.
Auckland Council's Transport and Infrastructure Committee is meeting tomorrow to discuss the so-called 'Time of Use… Audio
Auckland shooting: Update from the scene
Two people have been been killed by a gunman at a central Auckland construction site. Kathryn speaks with RNZ reporter Felix Walton who is on the scene. There's been significant disruption this… Audio
Wine and cheese business networks don't cut it anymore
The country's ethnic business leaders say they want to be included in mainstream business networks.
More than 100 leaders and two MPs attended the first business forum for the ethnic community, held… Audio
Options for second harbour crossing in Auckland proposed
The Government has this morning put forward five options for an additional Waitemata Harbour crossing, with Transport Minister Michael Wood labelling it a congestion-buster for the city. The options… Audio
Business reacts to government's sweeping policy reset
The sweeping reset of government policies yesterday included the pausing of the planned income insurance scheme and a significant rise in the minimum wage. A $5 million support package for flood-hit… Audio
No set script for Auckland Chamber of Commerce meeting with Chris Hipkins - Simon Bridges
The Auckland Chamber of Commerce says the biggest worry for businesses is inflation, as they prepare to meet with the new Prime Minister today.
Simon Bridges says that's especially true for small to… Audio
Chris Hipkins clears first hurdle as Prime Minister
Chris Hipkins has cleared his first hurdle as Prime Minister, and chaired his first cabinet meeting.
He's signalled a focus on the cost of living, but isn't ready to rule anything in or out.
Other… Audio
Prime minister meets with Auckland mayor and business leaders
Jacinda Ardern met with Auckland's mayor-elect Wayne Brown for the first time this morning.
Ms Ardern spoke to media after her meeting with the mayor outlining their main points of discussion, such… Audio
Auckland Chamber of Commerce celebrates Brown win
Auckland's Chamber of Commerce says the newly elected mayor will be a breath of fresh air for businesses in the super city.
Wayne Brown ran on a campaign to fix Auckland, claiming he would improve… Audio
Tom Sainsbury: I'm Listening to This
Beloved Kiwi comedian Tom Sainsbury is busy as ever. He's about to hit the road with his nationwide Snapchat Dude Live! tour. The 15-stop tour, which kicks off in New Plymouth next Sunday, will see… Audio
Simon Bridges delivers valedictory speech at Parliament
Former National leader Simon Bridges has just delivered his final speech at Parliament - marking the end of his 14 year political career.
He called for less poll-driven politics, more diversity of… Audio
See ya Simon - Bridges bows out of Parliament
Former National leader Simon Bridges is farewelling Parliament this evening, after 14 years as an MP.
Bridges announced in March he was bowing out - and gives his final speech in the house tonight -… Audio
Tauranga locals react to upcoming by-election
The resignation of Simon Bridges is forcing a by-election for the Tauranga seat.
Bridges yesterday announced his departure from politics, leaving the National stronghold seat up for grabs.
But who… Audio
National MP Simon Bridges to quit politics
He stared down numerous contenders and saw off many an adversary - now Simon Bridges is saying goodbye.
In a shock move, the former National leader has announced he is retiring from politics to… Video, Audio
A week of Question Time: costs, cash and a little covid
A week of questions in Parliament: Some opposition go with 'show me the money' and some with 'defend the covid rules'. Audio
Voter reaction to leadership fiasco: 'The National Party are a lost soul'
Judith Collins says she is pleased to be "just the MP for Papakura" again - and has vowed to stay on, and stand again in 2023. But what do the voters think of her chances and the future of the… Audio
Simon Bridges talks to media
Simon Bridges speaks to meda about allegations from Judith Collins Audio
Collins demotes Simon Bridges over allegation of misconduct
National's leader Judith Collins has demoted Simon Bridges following an accusation he made inappropriate comments to a female National MP several years ago.