Craig Mc Cullough
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 2 December 2025
The government wants a cap on local council rates to be in place by 2029. Bryan Cadogan was mayor of Clutha for five terms and held a rates cap for over 10 years; Finance Minister Nicola Willis has… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 25th July 2025
In today's episode, the government has introduced legislation that would require people to enrol to vote or update their details before advance voting begins; Auckland councillors have kicked for… Audio
Kiri Allan car crash: Resigns from Ministerial portfolios
A shock start to the week for the government with the resignation of the Justice Minister, Kiri Allan, after being charged with reckless driving and resisting arrest. Audio
Two OT staff removed after claims of 'inappropriate sexual sexual behavior'
Oranga Tamariki has launched two investigations after allegations of staff at its youth residences acting inappropriately to young people. Chief executive Chappie Te Kani says the allegations involve… Audio
Will the Covid Alert levels change?
RNZ deputy political editor, Craig McCulloch, talks to Jesse about what's been happening in parliament this morning. Audio
Prime Minister's media conference on election date
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is due to make an announcement on the dissolution of Parliament, due today. We'll take the press conference live. Audio
