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Former Defence Minister, police officer and war zone security consultant Mark Mitchell has confirmed he will contest the National Party leadership. Mr Mitchell is said to be a popular figure within… Audio

The race to replace Bill English as National Party leader is in full swing with Simon Bridges, Amy Adams and Judith Collins launching their bids last week. Other contenders may come forward this week… Audio

Many criticisms against Simon Bridges becoming the new National leader has centered around his accent. We ask if this is a genuine concern or pure snobbery?  Audio

Simon Bridges has made a pitch for leader of the National Party, and tells Guyon Espiner he's the most experienced candidate who can also usher in generational change. Audio

Three more National MPs are thought to be considering entering the race to replace Bill English. Yesterday Judith Collins, Simon Bridges and Amy Adams put themselves forward. Steven Joyce, Jonathan… Video, Audio

RNZ Deputy Political Editor Chris Bramwell outlines how Judith Collins, Amy Adams and Simon Bridges are selling themselves as they contest the National Party leadership. They all say whoever wins, the… Video, Audio

Judith Collins, Simon Bridges and Amy Adams have all announced they want the top job, but other bids might follow. Meanwhile, Paula Bennett says she'd like to remain as deputy. Video, Audio

Judith Collins, Simon Bridges, Amy Adams...the list of names gunning for the role of National leader is growing, but who actually has a chance? Today the candidates announced their intentions to run… Audio

Bill English's resignation from Parliament opens up the race for who will succeed him as leader of the National Party. National MPs have just over two weeks to decide who'll take over the reins as… Audio