Policy
Climate change is a real financial risk, Super Fund managers say
The managers of the New Zealand Super Fund say they apply a climate lens to every activity. Audio
Planned health and safety law changes miss bigger problems - union
The legislation aims to clarify the responsibilities of the day-to-day management of health and safety risks.
Rural residents challenge BOP boundary changes
The Representation Commission is consulting on its electoral boundary review that will see changes to the Tauranga, Bay of Plenty and Rotorua electorates for the 2026 general election. Audio
Problems ahead unless government changes retirement policy - report
A researcher says whatever the approach, implementing changes will put a double burden on the working-age population.
Compulsory Shakespeare for students - to be, or not to be?
Missing from a controversial draft document was any reference to Te Mātaiaho. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 1 April 2025
In today's episode, the new RNZ-Reid research poll has the government just ahead, as Aotearoa heads into the cooler months there are concerns rising power prices will lead to energy poverty, an… Audio
The can of worms that is the Resource Management Act
Legislation designed to simplify the country's resource management laws has now become more complex than the multitude of statutes it originally replaced. So it's up for debate, again.
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 1 April 2025
On today's episode, the Minister for Rail Winston Peters has unveiled plans for the new Interislander ferries, RNZ has released a new poll which shows the government holding onto a slim lead, and we… Audio
Reforming the reforms - the RMA is up for debate, again
Legislation designed to simplify the country's resource management laws has now become more complex than the multitude of statutes it originally replaced. So it's up for debate, again. Audio
Why one atheist thinks the government should keep tax exemptions for churches
Critics say that churches' exemption from paying income tax gives them an unfair competitive advantage. But one atheist says these tax laws are essential for a thriving society.
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 31 March 2025
In today's episode, rescuers are still scrambling to find survivors in the rubble across central Myanmar three days after the devastating earthquake, the Maritime Union has met with the Rail Minister… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 31 March 2025
On today's episode, the government says it's keeping all options open to shake up the supermarket sector, UN organisations are pleading for more aid and ground support in Myanmar following Friday's… Audio
Trump 'pissed off' at Putin, threatens tariffs on Russia
There has been no immediate reaction from Moscow. Audio
Landscape architects worried RMA replacement could jeopardise 'everyday' scenery
The New Zealand Institute of Landscape Architects said reform should not jeopardise the collective value that New Zealanders place on landscapes, whether they're property owners or not.
An atheist on why churches should remain tax-free
Critics say that churches' exemption from paying income tax gives them an unfair competitive advantage. But one atheist says these tax laws are essential for a thriving society. Audio
What kind of Parliament could be in New Zealand's future?
Submitters on a bill about Parliament asked for more MPs, a budget office and changes to Parliament's funding model. Audio
Most New Zealanders oppose removing living wage from government contracts - new poll
The Living Wage is currently $27.80 an hour.
Cost-saving measures ridiculed by Tasman residents
Public toilets and rubbish bins are just some of the casualties of Tasman District Council's latest attempt to cut costs.
'We will make better decisions': Tauranga mayor on iwi council appointments
Three iwi representatives who will sit on Tauranga City Council committees have been welcomed to their roles.
Govt brings in Commerce Commission to keep an eye on Wellington Water
The move comes after recent reports about "high costs and unsound financial management" at the entity.