Jane Patterson
National MPs dismiss rumours of leadership rumblings
The party is grappling with the best way to recover from its election loss, and much of the discussion is around the way the leadership team handled the failed coalition negotiations. Video, Audio
Leadership rumblings in the National party
The National party leader has just held a media conference following his State of the nation speech. It also comes after rumblings within the National Party caucus about its leadership team, with… Audio
Frank conversations on National's leaders
Power Play - National's discussions on leadership come amid a sense of aggrieved disbelief the party failed to form a government in coalition negotiations, writes Jane Patterson.
Leadership rumblings in National party
Kathryn talks with RNZ Political Editor Jane Patterson about moves within the National party. Audio
Speculation mounts over National leadership
Speculation is mounting about the future of Bill English as National leader. As the Opposition seeks to regroup in the wake of the election loss questions are also being raised about deputy leader… Audio
Video: 'I feel great' - Bennett on bypass surgery
Watch - The former deputy prime minister, told RNZ's political editor Jane Patterson she was "feeling much better" since having the operation.
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Government unveils bill for child poverty reduction
The Bill will requires successive Governments to set both 10-year and three-year targets to bring children out of poverty. Political Editor Jane Patterson has the details. Video, Audio
Govt stalls immigration changes on officials' advice
The Government is 'holding fire' on changes to the rights of international students to work while studying, after officials advised a cautious approach was needed to protect tertiary institutions. Audio
International student influx - less skilled permanent residents
New Zealand's new permanent residents are now less skilled than five years ago because some international students are using the student visa scheme to get residence. There has been plenty of debate… Audio
Student visa scheme to be overhauled
Immigration Minister says advice showing new permanent residents are less skilled than five years ago backs the government's plan to overhaul the student visa scheme. Officials say some international… Audio
Govt to spend $13m on young unemployed
The government will spend $13 million aiming to get about 2000 young unemployed people into work in the first phase of its new job scheme. Audio
90 day trial to stay - for small businesses
The government is set to outline its changes to employment law today and it appears that lobbying by New Zealand First has led to a back down on plans to scrap the 90 day trial period. It's understood… Audio
Revised TPP reached - political analysis
The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) - the revised TPP - has been reached, and has the support of Foreign Minister Winston Peters, who opposed the initial… Audio
Govt needs National's support to sign TPP
The deal is likely to be signed in March, which has been warmly welcomed by businesses, exporters in particular, but with the Greens refusing to vote, the Government needs National's support. Audio
Labour-led government throws open books for first time
The government has confirmed details of its Families Package, including an extension to Working for Families, a payment for parents of young babies and a boost to the accommodation supplement. Video, Audio
Govt on track with first 100 days promises
It's been far from smooth sailing for the new government in its first eight weeks in office, but it appears to be largely on track to deliver its hundred day plan. Inexperienced ministers trying to… Audio
Public sector CEOs named and shamed over pay
The State Services Commissioner says the Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation, ACC and auditor Telarc pay over and above what was recommended by the Commission. Audio
NZ First takes a hit in Poll of Polls
The first RNZ Poll of Polls since the election shows voters are not flocking to the governing Labour Party, but the numbers for the three parties which formed the government are holding up well… Audio
Focus on Politics for 8 December 2017
While different parties have flagged work schemes for the young unemployed in the past, talk about a 'work for the dole' programme from the New Zealand First minister Shane Jones has put the cat among… Audio
Petrol companies profiting at expense of customers
Petrol companies have been put on notice about high prices at the pump, with the government fast-tracking new powers for the Commerce Commission to investigate the market. Jane Patterson reports. Video, Audio
