Politics
The human toll of ACC's financial squeeze
People like father Jacob Hamlin and his family have wound up in hardship as the agency pushes more people off long-term claims to get costs under control. Audio
Former PM: Govt pushing through too many laws under urgency
Former Prime Minister Sir Geoffrey Palmer says the government is pushing too many laws through under urgency, skipping public consultation and proper scrutiny. Leader of the House Chris Bishop says… Audio
Deputy PM explains new RMA replacement
The deputy Prime Minister David Seymour talks RMA replacement and Fast Track Approvals. Audio
Mariameno Kapa-Kingi resolute on her return to Parliament
The MP for Te Tai Tokerau is returning to Parliament for the first time after being temporarily reinstated to Te Pāti Māori.
'The matter's settled': PM rules out further inquiry into McSkimming scandal
Christopher Luxon has expressed confidence in Mark Mitchell and his timeline of events.
Govt has the numbers to stay in power in new poll
Te Pāti Māori is on one percent, while the Greens have dropped to seven percent.
Government urged to ditch second military-style boot camp
The Green Party is calling on the government to abandon boot camps, after revelations that another intake is planned for early next year.
Watch live: Luxon lays out plans for last weeks of year
The prime minister is set to face questions as the political year comes to a close.
Too many laws passing without 'proper scrutiny', former PM says
Sir Geoffrey Palmer says the government is increasingly pushing through legislation under urgency and skipping consultation. Audio
Political commentators Dale Husband and Ben Thomas
Dale, Ben and Kathryn discuss recent events in politics including the latest on expelled Te Pāti Māori MPs Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Tākuta Ferris. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 8 December
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Morning Report; The police minister is rejecting claims he knew more about the Jevon McSkimming situation, than he let on; Netflix seems poised to acquire… Audio
'Total nonsense': Minister hits back at claims he knew about McSkimming
Police Minister Mark Mitchell says the former Police Commissioner did not raise the allegations until November 6, 2024. Audio
Te Pati Maori AGM takes place in Rotorua
Te Pati Maori's leadership say its annual general meeting in Rotorua yesterday was a great day for the movement. Lillian Hanly reports. Audio
Weekly interview with Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Morning Report. Audio
PSA calls for investigation into work from home job ads at ACC
The Public Service Association wants the Commerce Commission to investigate ACC over job ads which said staff could work from home. PSA National Secretary Fleur Fitzsimons spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Andrew Coster reignites McSkimming scandal
Former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster has reignited the Jevon McSkimming scandal - disputing claims put forward by politicians, the new top cop, and the IPCA. Acting political editor Craig… Audio
Minister rejects claims he knew more about McSkimming situation
The police minister is rejecting claims he knew more about the Jevon McSkimming situation, than he let on. Police Minister Mark Mitchell spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Ngira Simmonds challenges Te Pāti Māori leadership
The former Kiingitanga spokesperson questioned whether the current leadership could heal months of party turmoil.
Ex-police boss Coster claims Hipkins, Mitchell told about McSkimming allegations
Former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster is defending himself, following a damning report into the handling of the Jevon McSkimming case.
Te Pāti Māori tensions expected to loom as party AGM goes ahead
Te Pāti Māori gathers for its long-awaited AGM today, after months of turmoil that led to the expulsion of two of their six MPs.
