Jane Patterson
Labour MPs to elect a new deputy leader next week
Labour MPs will elect a new deputy next week after Annette King announced she would quit at the election, with Jacinda Ardern in pole position to replace her. Jane Patterson reports. Video, Audio
'Motherhood penalty' study finds mums paid 17% less than dads
The "Effect of Motherhood on Pay" report found the pay gap for parents is much larger then the gap between men and women who are not parents, which is 5%. Audio
National comfortably ahead in RNZ Poll of Polls
RNZ News' political editor Jane Patterson says the latest polls show National retains its comfortable lead over Labour in spite of John Key's shock resignation late last year. Audio
Maori and Mana Parties to unveil their co-operation agreement
RNZ News political editor Jane Patterson has details of the Maori Party's electorate deals with Hone Harawira's Mana Party which will be announced later today. Audio
Focus on Politics for 17 February 2017
The government has once again found itself on the back foot over housing, during an ongoing debate about how it measures housing shortages, particularly in Auckland. It has also started the formal… Audio
Greens Ohariu decision not an election 'deal', Labour says
The Greens are standing aside in the key seat of Ohariu, held by United Future's Peter Dunne. RNZ Political Editor Jane Patterson reports. Audio
Labour MPs close ranks over Willie Jackson controversy
Labour MPs are closing ranks over the Willie Jackson controversy as the party leader Andrew Little demands an outward display of unity. RNZ political editor Jane Patterson says Mr Little's problems… Audio
Medicinal cannabis change doesn't go far enough - Green Party
Medicinal cannabis will no longer need ministerial approval, but will still need the OK from the Ministry of Health. The Green Party's health spokesperson, Julie Anne Genter, says that isn't good… Audio
PM says there were no fireworks on Trump call
It's early days, but New Zealand's relationship with the United States is stable after a 'warm and friendly' conversation between Bill English and Donald Trump. Our political editor Jane Patterson has… Audio
Jane Patterson joins us live from Waitangi
Jane Patterson joins us live from Waitangi. Audio
Te Tii Marae playing host to politicans under question
The future of Te Tii Marae playing host to politicans the day before Waitangi is under question, with political leaders challenging the way marae organisers have handled the event. Audio
PM's trip to Waitangi could be a thing of the past, says PM
Bill English visited Waitangi today, the first time as Prime Minister. But he won't be there on Waitangi Day, and has floated the idea of taking February 6 commemorations "on the road". Video, Audio
RNZ political editor analyses reaction to police boost
The funding boost to police will ease some of the pressure on the government over policing and crime. Our political editor Jane Patterson says the government can't afford to be weak on law and order… Audio
New Zealand goes to polls in September
New Zealanders will go to the polls on September 23rd. Bill English has outlined that he's happy to stick with his current partners - Act, United Future and the Maori party. Audio
PM's election date announcement not a surprise
RNZ Political Editor Jane Patterson says the September 23 date did not come as a surprise. Video, Audio
Election date announced
The NZ general election will take place on Saturday September 23rd. RNZ's Political editor, Jane Patterson has all the details. Audio
Is Trump's travel ban putting the PM in a tricky place?
Government is still waiting for clarity from the US about what will happen to citizens who have dual nationality with one of the countries the US has banned. Audio
Bill English comes under fire over response to Trump ban
Opposition leaders say Prime Minister Bill English's response to Donald Trump's immigration ban is weak and he needs to do more to stand up for Muslim New Zealanders. Audio
Media: 2017 election year
2017 is an election year. Will it be a goldmine for our political journalists, or a big yawn? Did John Key's resignation late last year really stir things up? Will New Zealanders bother to vote or can… Audio
RNZ Political Editor discusses Cabinet reshuffle
RNZ's Political Editor Jane Patterson says National's campaigning on stability and continuity so a complete rejig wasn't on the cards. Audio
