Jane Patterson
Peter Dunne to quit Parliament, citing lack of support
The leader of United Future has been an MP for 33 years but says he's been sensing a clear message that voters are looking for change. Video, Audio
Focus on Politics for 18 August 2017
Trans-Tasman relations have been strained at times but the controversy surrounding the Australian Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce and his links to New Zealand put the relationship clearly in the… Audio
Greens plummet, Labour surges in latest poll - political analysis
In the latest Colmar Brunton poll the Greens have dropped to just four percent and Labour is now 37 percent - its highest rating since Helen Clark was Prime Minister. RNZ political editor Jane… Audio
Ardern in tough spot amid citizenship controversy - political analysis
After news of Labour's links to Australian deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce's citizenship, leader Jacinda Ardern has a delicate balance to hold, RNZ political editor Jane Patterson tells us. If… Audio
Labour shifts on capital gains tax, but leaves door open
Labour has changed its position under its new leader Jacinda Ardern, and now says it will leave the door open to introduce a capital gains tax in its first term if it's elected to government. Audio
Aus deputy PM under a ' Long White Cloud' over NZ citizenship
Australia's Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce has just discovered he is a New Zealand citizen, which goes against the country's dual citizenship law for politicians. Video, Audio
Labour up in polls as Greens in turmoil
RNZ political editor Jane Patterson discusses the latest turmoil in the Greens and in the polls. Audio
Metiria Turei was 'hindering' Green Party
RNZ Political Editor Jane Patterson with the latest on reaction to Metiria Turei's resignation as Green Party co-leader. Video, Audio
Political editor reviews Greens papering over of the cracks
The Greens are regrouping after a tumultuous week. RNZ political editor Jane Patterson says Metiria Turei will remain vulnerable to attacks from political opponents. Audio
Opponents twist knife as Greens try to paper over caucus cracks
Opponents of the Greens are using the party's disarray in the last 24 hours to twist the knife. Video, Audio
Green Party in conflict - Jane Patterson's analysis
The Green Party is in disarray after the shock announcement by two MPs that they have lost confidence in Metiria Turei. RNZ political editor Jane Patterson broke the story on Monday. She joins us now… Audio
Metiria Turei's changing benefit admissions - analysis
Green Party co-leader Metiria Turei says she falsely gave an address when she enrolled to vote in the 1993 election so she could vote for a friend. It's the latest revelation as questions surround Ms… Audio
Jacinda Ardern and Kelvin Davis - the first 24 hours
We discuss the first 24 hours of Labour's new face, with RNZ political editor Jane Patterson. Audio
Clock ticking for new Labour leader ahead of campaign
The new leadership combination of Jacinda Ardern and Kelvin Davis don't have long to turn around Labour's fortunes. RNZ political editor Jane Patterson spoke to Labour MPs who are rallying behind the… Audio
Andrew Little resigns as leader of the Labour party
RNZ's political editor Jane Patterson on the Labour leader's decision to resign. Audio
Speculation rife that Little will stand down
There has been a growing expectation over the past 24 hours that the Labour Party leader Andrew Little may step down. Kathryn Ryan speaks with RNZ Political Editor Jane Patterson ahead of today's… Audio
Andrew Little's leadership hangs in the balance
Andrew Little's leadership hangs in the balance with former Party president Mike Williams saying he'll be gone at this morning's caucus meeting and replaced by Jacinda Adern. RNZ political editor Jane… Audio
Labour faces possible worst election result in its history - analysis
Results from three major polls show Labour is on course for its worst election result in its more than 100-year history, and Andrew Little's leadership is up in the air. RNZ political editor Jane… Audio
Labour MPs are fully behind Andrew Little - Jacinda Ardern
Labour Party deputy leader Jacinda Ardern tells Jane Patterson she and the caucus are backing Mr Little and are firmly focused on winning the election. Audio
Labour hits poll low of 24 percent
Labour has dropped to 24 percent in the latest Colmar Brunton poll. It's the lowest result for the party since 1995. Political editor Jane Patterson joins us to discuss the numbers. Audio
