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Nicola Willis revealed as National's new finance spokesperson
Nicola Willis will take over the Finance portfolio left vacant by Simon Bridges, while Chris Bishop will take over her Housing role.
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Chris Hipkins tests positive for Covid-19
The minister in charge of New Zealand's Covid-19 response has now himself tested positive for the coronavirus.
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Departing Bridges believes National can win 2023 election
Recent political retiree and former leader of the opposition Simon Bridges thinks National could pull off winning the next election. Audio
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Simon Bridges, the 'characterful' politician, bows out
Power Play - "Even the bad times were good" - on that chipper note, Simon Bridges bows out after the wild ride that's been his political career, Jane Patterson writes.
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Commentator on Simon Bridges' departure
Simon Bridges says he's been seriously thinking of leaving politics since last summer.
The frontbench National MP and former party leader surprised many yesterday by announcing his retirement after… Audio
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Tauranga businesses sad to see Simon Bridges go
Corporate Tauranga is ruing the departure of Simon Bridges from the political scene.
The local MP has been seen as a dependable ally of the local businesses. At a national level, Bridges was seen by… Audio
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Top Stories for Wednesday 16 March 2022
Today on RNZ National... The National Party has a gap to fill after the shock resignation of former leader Simon Bridges. Four people were killed in an air strike in Kyiv overnight as the invasion… Audio
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Christopher Luxon tried to stop Simon Bridges from leaving
National Party leader Christopher Luxon says losing MP Simon Bridges will be a big loss for the party.
The frontbench MP and former leader announced his retirement yesterday, triggering a by-election… Audio
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Political analysis: Simon Bridges' resignation
The National Party now faces a by-election after the shock resignation of finance spokesperson and former leader Simon Bridges.
His departure is a blow to a party finally overtaking Labour in the… Audio
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Simon Bridges on resignation announcement
If a week's a long time in politics, then fourteen years can feel a lot longer still.
Simon Bridges, National's MP for Tauranga, finance spokesperson and of course onetime leader, has called it a day… Audio
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Simon Bridges announces shock resignation
He stared down numerous contenders and saw off many an adversary - now Simon Bridges is saying goodbye.
In a shock move, the former National leader has announced he is retiring from politics to… Audio
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Reaction: Simon Bridges quits politics
MP for Tauranga Simon Bridges, is calling it a day and will step down in a few weeks time. Joining Karyn to discuss the colourful career and resignation of Simon Bridges is author, satirist, public… Audio
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Bridges' departure elicits well-wishes and congratulations
Fellow MPs from across the house have paid tribute to Simon Bridges' 14-year tenure in Parliament.
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National MP Simon Bridges to quit politics
He stared down numerous contenders and saw off many an adversary - now Simon Bridges is saying goodbye.
In a shock move, the former National leader has announced he is retiring from politics to… Video, Audio
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Watch Checkpoint live with Lisa Owen
News 15 Mar 2022Tonight on Checkpoint, Lisa Owen speaks to Simon Bridges following his resignation, and will bring you the latest on Covid-19, the Ukraine crisis and the cost of public transport.
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Oral Questions for Tuesday 15 March 2022
Audio 15 Mar 2022Questions to Ministers CHRISTOPHER LUXON to the Prime Minister: Does she stand by all of her Government's statements and actions? BARBARA EDMONDS to the Minister of Finance: What recent reports has he… Audio
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Former National Party leader Simon Bridges is retiring from politics
Former National Party leader Simon Bridges has announced he is retiring from politics and will leave Parliament in the coming weeks.
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Cost of living crisis: Luxon's cuts put Labour on guard
Audio 12 Mar 2022National's tax plan, and the highest inflation in decades has the government feeling the pinch. Political Editor Jane Patterson counts the costs for both parties. Audio
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Cost of living crisis: Luxon's cuts put Labour on guard
National's tax plan, and the highest inflation in decades has the government feeling the pinch. Political Editor Jane Patterson counts the costs for both parties.
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Oral Questions for Thursday 10 March 2022
Audio 10 Mar 2022Questions to Ministers SHANAN HALBERT to the Minister of Research, Science and Innovation: What recent announcements has she made about New Zealand's commitment to global vaccine development? SIMON… Audio
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Oral Questions for Wednesday 9 March 2022
Audio 9 Mar 2022Questions to Ministers Hon EUGENIE SAGE to the Minister for Oceans and Fisheries: Does he stand by his statement in October 2021 that "We have ambitions to lift New Zealand's marine protected area so… Audio
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National's Luxon doubles down on tax cuts
Opposition leader Christopher Luxon is continuing to flag tax cuts and government spending as two of the battleground subjects for the next election. Audio
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Auckland mayor Phil Goff announces he has Covid-19
Auckland mayor Phil Goff says he has tested positive for Covid-19.
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Increasing number of MPs isolating or infected with Covid-19
A third of National's MPs are confirmed to be in isolation, along with six Labour MPs and Rawiri Waititi from Te Pāti Māori.
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Luxon was following all the rules - Deputy Nicola Willis
National's deputy leader Nicola Willis has defended her leader Christopher Luxon after he was filmed hugging supporters at a party event on Sunday.
