Politics
How did pay equity changes impact RNZ-Reid Research poll numbers?
RNZ asked voters in its latest Reid Research poll: do you support the government's recent changes to the pay equity regime? Deputy political editor Craig McCulloch has more. Audio
Willis defends Chris Bishop' comments at AMA's
This week our Minister of Finance goes in to bat for Chris Bishop and takes the big stick to road cones. Audio
David Seymour
Deputy PM, David Seymour, on why he pushed pay equity reforms through so quickly. Plus, his reasons for introducing the Regulatory Standards Bill, and why he thinks nearly all the submissions made… Video, Audio
What makes a political memoir a page-turner?
Dame Jacinda Ardern's memoir A Different Kind of Power is the latest in a string of political memoirs. Janet Wilson weighs in on if they're any good. Audio
Major parties lose support while NZ First keeps rising - new poll
Support for Prime Minister Christopher Luxon remains steady.
AMA comments were frustration at performance's politicisation - Bishop
Senior government minister Chris Bishop said his comments directed at a performance at the Aotearoa Music Awards were due to his frustration at its politicisation. The minister was heard saying "what… Audio
Luxon dismisses international climate scientists as 'worthies'
But the Greens say New Zealand appears to be on "climate denial bandwagon".
Feature interview: Dame Jacinda Ardern
Former Prime Minister Dame Jacinda Ardern rose to global prominence as a leader who spoke the language of empathy in a world increasingly fluent in outrage. She won admiration as only the second woman… Audio
'I was frustrated': Bishop on music award comments
"It's not about Stan Walker ... It was just the sort of politicisation of it," the Cabinet Minister says after declaring "what a load of crap" during a Aotearoa Music Awards performance. Audio
Changes to WorkSafe 'long overdue': EMA
Employers and manufacturers are describing government moves to change the focus of WorkSafe as long overdue. Employers and Manufacturers Association manager of employment relations and safety Paul… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 3 June 2025
In today's episode, the government's making big changes to WorkSafe, the agency tasked with keeping workers safe including shifting in priorities from enforcement to giving advice, the Energy… Audio
PM Luxon called out for 'ignoring scientific evidence' on climate change
Over 25 international climate change scientists have written an open letter to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, calling out the Government for "ignoring scientific evidence" and urging it to "deliver… Audio
Business NZ on changes to WorkSafe
The government is shifting WorkSafe's priorities from enforcement, to giving more advice. Business New Zealand chief executive Katherine Rich spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
WorkSafe shifts focus from enforcement to advice in deep restructure
The minister says a "culture of fear" about the agency needs to change. Audio
PM Luxon on changes to WorkSafe
The government's making big changes to WorkSafe, the agency tasked with keeping workers safe including shifting in priorities from enforcement to giving advice. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke… Audio
Australian Mining company gets lucrative Marlborough Sounds exploration permit
The five-year exploration permit covers almost 12,000 hectares of land around Endeavour Inlet, Te Anamāhanga / Port Gore and Titirangi Bay.
Forestry changes for Tai Rāwhiti 'a slap in the face'
Commercial forestry changes under proposed Resource Management Act reforms seen as a return to weaker forestry regulations.
King's Birthday Honours 2025: The full list of recipients
A total of 188 New Zealanders who have made their mark in everything from sport to business to comedy have been awarded today.
Porirua residents to decide on super-council
Pacific leaders have voiced concerns that the model could dilute local representation unless equity and cultural voices are prioritised.
