Politics
'Not a race': Luxon tight lipped on Palestinian state
Australia, the UK and Canada have all now recognised a Palestinian state, with Winston Peters expected to announce New Zealand's position in New York soon. Audio
'Giant of his generation': Trump says US robbed of 'brightest light' Charlie Kirk
The US president has mourned the loss of the slain right-wing activist at a massive memorial event.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 22nd September 2025
In today's episode, Australia, the UK and Canada have all formerly recognised a Palestinian state, we speak to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, The government's announced 100 million dollars will go… Audio
Foreign correspondent Seamus Kearney
UK and several EU nations join others in recognising Palestinian state, NATO begins air defence mission over Poland using UK jets. Audio
Economy setback: GDP drop catches NZ off guard
GDP fell 0.9 percent in the June quarter, surprising experts who weren't expecting it to be so bad. Public Service Association head Fleur Fitzsimons and Infrastructure New Zealand chief executive Nick… Audio
PM Luxon on NZ's Palestine stance
Australia, the UK and Canada have all formerly recognised a Palestinian state. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Tourism Minister heads to China for trade mission
Tourism Minister Louise Upston is heading to China today to lead a major trade mission, aimed at boosting tourism ties with one of our largest markets. Louise Upston spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Ex-deputy police chief's role in gun rules under review
Documents released to RNZ under the Official Information Act reveal disgraced Former Deputy Police Commissioner Jeveon McSkimming instigated changes to gun licence vetting rules, after being contacted… Audio
Health minister announces $100m hospital upgrades
The government's announced 120 million dollars will go into hospital upgrades, and to help under pressure EDs, as senior doctors prepare to strike this week. Health Minister Simeon Brown spoke to… Audio
Bougainville election results deadline extended
Bougainville's Electoral Commission says there is insufficient time to return the 2025 General Election writs by the 22 September deadline.
Few tools left to fix GDP slump
A leading economist says the government has limited tools with which to turn around the big drop in GDP. Westpac's chief economist Kelly Eckhold spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Health minister announces $100m for hospital upgrades
The investment includes 21 projects aimed at improving clinical spaces, as well as infrastructure improvements at hospitals.
Who's in charge of telling the story of Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern?
No documentary this year will likely come under as much scrutiny and discussion. Directed by Michelle Walshe and Lindsay Utz and on general release in New Zealand from September 25, Prime Minister… Video, Audio
Government passes adoption bill under urgency
Parliament changed New Zealand's adoption laws this week. The bill was revealed at the last minute, and thanks to urgency and unanimous support completed within a day.
Warning NZ is unprepared for doubling of dementia patients
About 83,000 people live with dementia and that is estimated to double in the next 25 years.
Thousands protest against pay equity changes
Protestors have gathered at rallies around the country to speak out against changes to pay equity laws.
ERA intervention could break doctors' pay deadlock, legal expert says
With doctors poised to strike, arbitration could be the circuit-breaker needed to end the impasse. Audio
Review of funding for sexual violence services
The National Network Ending Sexual Violence Together is raising the alarm over a current review of the sector it says will lead to funding cuts. Audio
The MPs that don't hate each other
Parliament isn't all fiery debate and smart comebacks, in fact, MPs of all political colours get along. But only some are willing to admit it.
