Chris Bramwell
Budget 2017: Extra money for families an election year sweetener
Lower income families are the big winners in the Budget, but the package is an election year sweetener as it doesn't come into effect until April next year. Video, Audio
PM tries to lure Hong Kong businesses to invest in NZ
The Prime Minister is in Hong Kong, holding a series of meetings with the heads of major multi-national corporations, in the hope they will invest in New Zealand's infrastructure. Audio
Japan surprises NZ govt by throwing weight behind troubled TPP
Japan has surprised the New Zealand Government by throwing its weight behind the Trans-Pacific Partnership, beathing new-life into the trade deal. Chris Bramwell reports from Japan. Video, Audio
TPP back on track with Japan's support
Bill English has emerged from talks with Shinzo Abe pleased with the Japanese Prime Minister's commitment to implementing the Trans Pacific Partnership. Audio
All Blacks to play Japan ahead of 2019 World Cup
The All Blacks are set to head to Japan next year for the first match between the two nations in five years. The game is intended to help Japan promote the Rugby World Cup, which it is hosting in… Video, Audio
Call for Auditor General to stand down over fraud
A call has gone out for Auditor General Martin Matthews to step down while an independent investigation is held into the massive Joanne Harris fraud is investigated. Audio
US could benefit from TPP despite withdrawal
As Prime Minister pushes the case for the Trans Pacific Partnership with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, the Trade Minister, Todd McClay, says the United States will benefit from the Trans-Pacific… Audio
Government insists its trying to clean up waterways with new focus on swimmability
The Government's plan to clean up waterways is weaker than the standards it is set to replace, according to an official report released today. Chris Bramwell reports. Audio
Labour releases party list
Labour released its party list today, a day after it planned to. The delay was widely reported to be because Willie Jackson was unhappy about his position. Chris Bramwell reports. Audio
Little admits some candidates unhappy with their list ranking
Andrew Little says despite some individuals being unhappy, the party has come up with a terrific list that will introduce fresh talent to Parliament. RNZ deputy political editor Chris Bramwell looks… Audio
Focus on Politics for 28 April 2017
The controversial Te Ture Whenua Maori Bill would make major changes to the way Maori control and develop their land, as well as removing some of the discretion of the Maori Land Court. The… Audio
New Ministers announced today
Gerry Brownlee and Nikki Kaye are the winners in a cabinet reshuffle announced by the Prime Minister Bill English today. Audio
NZers to expect tighter security checks ahead of Gallipoli commemorations
A warning that terrorists could target tomorrow's Anzac Day commemorations has sparked tight security controls at Gallipoli. Audio
Focus on Politics for 7 April 2017
Parliamentary hearings on the thorny topic of voluntary euthanasia wrapped up this week. The select committee is now tasked with distilling the thousands of submissions and coming up with… Audio
Greens announce its list as it aims for more than 14 MPs
A draft of the Green Party's list is out. Members will now vote on the line-up, and the final list will be announced at the end of May. Video, Audio
Winston Peters in prime position to be kingmaker
Winston Peters remains in prime position to decide who forms the next Government in RNZ's latest poll of polls. Labour and the Greens have closed the gap with National, but are still sitting too far… Audio
China and NZ set date for FTA upgrade talks
After years of lobbying China has finally agreed to allow New Zealand's chilled meat products into the country, while also agreeing to start talks on an upgrade to the free trade agreement with NZ. Audio
Labour and Greens sign a fiscal agreement
"Don't worry, we are going to be responsible fiscal managers," Greens co-leader James Shaw is reassuring voters after agreeing to a joint budgeting plan with Labour. The plan includes reducing net… Audio
Labour MPs decide to stand in Maori electorates not list
Labour has announced none of its Maori electorate MPs or candidates will have list places. Deputy Political Editor Chris Bramwell reports of the contest for the seven Maori seats. Audio
Focus on Politics for 17 March 2017
The issue of abortion law raised its head again this week, which in election year is never a welcome topic for political parties. The laws governing abortions in New Zealand are 40 years old and… Audio
