Politics
Trump engaged in 'unprecedented criminal effort' to hold on to power - Smith report
US prosecutor Jack Smith says he is not bringing the case to trial - despite the evidence being enough for a conviction - because of Trump's return to the presidency.
The Regulatory Standards Bill: What you need to know
About 23,000 submissions have been received on the bill which is set to pass under National and ACT's coalition deal.
NZ-UAE trade deal to cut export tax by 98.5 percent - PM
Trade between New Zealand and the United Arab Emirates is currently valued at NZ$1.3 billion.
Departing US Ambassador talks trade, AUKUS, and climate
Ambassador Tom Udall has been in New Zealand since 2021.
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 14th January
On today's episode, consultation is open on a proposed re-write of the Arms Act, a falling New Zealand dollar could see kiwis paying more at the fuel pump, visitors of the beach-side settlement of… Audio
Gun Control NZ on proposal to re-write Arms Act
Consultation is open on a proposed re-write to the Arms Act. Gun Control NZ co-founder Nik Green spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Council of Licenced Firearms Owners on proposal to rewrite Arms Act
Consultation is open on a proposed rewrite to the Arms Act. The review was agreed as part of the National and ACT parties' coalition agreement and promises to systematically review the Act - which has… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 13th January
On today's episode, at least 16 people are dead and over 12,000 buildings have burnt down from the deadly fires burning Los Angeles, an advocate for abuse in care survivors is calling on the… Audio
Professor on proposed Regulatory Standards Bill
Consultation on a proposed bill that would determine how the Government makes regulations closes on Monday, January 13. Auckland University's Emeritus Professor Jane Kelsey spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio
Feedback on proposed Regulatory Standards Bill to close
Feedback on the proposed Regulatory Standards Bill closes on Monday night, and critics are saying it would entrench ACT Party ideology in the country's constitutional framework. Political reporter… Audio
Hamilton mayor not running for re-election
Paula Southgate says she is not standing for re-election as she wants to make way for emerging leaders and spend more time with her friends and family.
Govt accused of withholding info on Dunedin hospital
The government has been accused of a "blatant disregard for transparency" as unanswered questions continue to mount on Dunedin hospital.
Rudy Giuliani held in contempt of court for second time in a week
A former lawyer for President-elect Donald Trump was found to have violated a court agreement after he suggested on a podcast in November two election workers were quadruple counting ballots and using…
Descendants of Treaty translators speak out against bill
165 descendants of the Williams brothers have collectively submitted against the Treaty Principles Bill. Audio
Leaders plan pan-Māori assembly to challenge government
They are meeting today at Omāhu near Hastings to discuss the creation of a new pan-Māori assembly.
Pan-Māori assembly debate a start, leader says
The proposed plan, debated by around 200 Māori leaders on Friday, has been met with some scepticism but leaders said that is exactly why the debate was needed.
LA mayor, California governor criticised over fires as political clash ensues
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has come under criticism for her response to the wildfires while California governor Gavin Newsom is being blamed by Trump for the disaster.
Supreme Court lets Trump sentencing proceed in New York hush money case
The court turned down Trump's last-minute bid to prevent his sentencing which is scheduled for Friday in New York state court in Manhattan.
Nefarious activity may be behind Treaty submission woes - expert
Experts say an unprecedented flood of feedback may have been caused by a cyber attack. Audio
Further questions about Treaty Principles Bill submissions
Tech experts say the huge number of submissions on the Treaty Principles Bill earlier this week may have been the result of nefarious online behaviour. The numbers set a new record and some tech… Audio
