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PM and David Seymour batting off talk of a rift
Christopher Luxon and David Seymour insist everything is rosy, despite trading barbs over a letter the ACT leader sent to police advocating for Philip Polkinghorne during the investigation into his… Audio
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Labour open to Parliamentary Commissioner for Te Tiriti
Two potential coalition partners, Labour and Te Pāti Māori, are "pretty much in the same camp" around protecting Te Tiriti.
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Seymour could face police charges for Land Rover stunt
David Seymour will not be punished for the stunt in Parliament, the speaker says, but whether police lay charges is up to them.
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National MPs play down row with ACT's David Seymour
Luxon says he does not spend much time thinking about Seymour, but has had to talk to him about his "ill-advised" actions.
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Live: Question time in Parliament as opposition targets Seymour
Follow the latest politics news with RNZ's live blog.
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Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 11 February 2025
On today's episode, ACT Party leader David Seymour has hit back at the Prime Minister's criticism of his support for Philip Polkinghorne who was later charged and then acquitted of murdering his wife… Audio
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Two new polls puts left bloc in the lead
Two political polls out on Monday show the left bloc has the numbers to form a government if an election was held today.
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PM Luxon on ACT leader's letter in support of Polkinghorne
ACT Party leader David Seymour has hit back at the Prime Minister's criticism of his support for Philip Polkinghorne who was later charged and then acquitted of murdering his wife. Prime Minister… Audio
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ACT leader David Seymour under fire over Polkinghorne letter
ACT leader David Seymour wrote a letter of support for Philip Polkinghorne during the police's investigation into his wife's death in April 2022. Political editor Jo Moir spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
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New Chief Victim's Advisor hits out at ACT party
The government's new Chief Victims Advisor has hit out at ACT leader David Seymour over his handling of two criminal cases, saying he was wrong and out of line. Political reporter Anneke Smith has… Audio
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Seymour defends letter to police about Polkinghorne
ACT leader David Seymour has called the Prime Minister ill-advised for criticising his support for Philip Polkinghorne. In 2022, the Epsom MP wrote a 1012-word letter to police, saying Polkinghorne… Audio
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Victims advisor criticises Seymour over handling of criminal cases
The government's new Chief Victims Advisor says Seymour was wrong and out of line in the way he handled two criminal cases.
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The Panel with Simon Wilson & Maddy Burgess Smith (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Simon Wilson & Maddy Burgess Smith hear from Hamish a resident of Palmerston North's Savage Crescent. He shares his thoughts on the social housing… Audio
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Seymour hits back at PM over Polkinghorne letter
The ACT leader says the police website made it clear people could talk or write to their MP if they feel they are not being treated fairly. Audio
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Seymour driving up steps of Parliament a 'political sideshow' - PM
David Seymour earned himself a rebuke from Parliament security for attempting to drive a Land Rover up Parliament's steps on Monday. Audio
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David Seymour speaks on driving up Parliament steps
ACT leader David Seymour is likely to be in hot water with the speaker after attempting to drive a historic Land Rover up Parliament's steps today. Mr Seymour was admiring the 77 year old vehicle… Audio
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The school system is not making the grade
As the 2025 school year kicks off, a slew of problems await students, teachers and the government.
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Seymour defends letter to police about treatment of Polkinghorne
ACT Party leader David Seymour said he wrote to police about the treatment of Philip Polkinghorne because it's an electorate MP's job to pass on the concerns of their constituents. Audio
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If Luxon hoped to avoid Waitangi controversy, it backfired
Analysis - The prime minister's attendance at Ōnuku marae saw protest, distraction and delay. And it underlined his absence in the north. Audio
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Pōwhiri one of many Waitangi events, says Potaka
Politicians from the coalition government received a frosty reception at Waitangi this year, but Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka says the pōwhiri that received so much attention was just one… Audio
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Maori Development Minister on protests at Waitangi
When National's Maori Development Minister stood to speak at Waitangi on Wednesday - he was met with protest. Normally, speaking on the paepae on behalf of the party would be the role of the Prime… Audio
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Should schools have the day after Waitangi Day off?
Dozens of schools are giving their students and some teachers a four-day weekend this week. Audio
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As it happened: Waitangi Day 2025
Events are starting to wind down at Waitangi with the great waka Ngaatokimatawhaorua, with about 80 kaihoe on board, coming in to land at Hobson Bay.
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Prime Minister, Governor-General assure major focus for Ōnuku marae
Hundreds of people are expected in Akaroa today with the "surprise" attendance of the prime minister for Waitangi Day celebrations.
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Why some turned their backs on ministers at Waitangi
Māori leaders in the Far North turned their collective back in an emotional demonstration.
