Jonathan Young
Some differences between parties’ arts policies, but a lot of similarities too
An Election 2020 debate on the arts, with MPs from National, Labour and the Greens exploring their policy differences and similiarities. Miriama Kamo is in the chair. Audio
Taxpayer could foot bill to decomission Taranaki oil field
The $155 million bill to decommission an oil field off the coast of Taranaki may end up being covered by taxpayers.
Tamarind Taranaki, which owns the Tui Field, went into voluntary receivership… Audio
Gig tickets, Cuban cigars among MPs' declared gifts
Tickets to sports matches and concerts, as well as clothing, jewellery, Cuban cigars, and signed photos of the royal family are among the gifts bestowed on MPs in the 12 months to January this year… Audio
Checking up on billions spent
MPs have begun a 10 hour debate on whether or not public money was well spent in the 2017/2018 financial year. Audio
Keeping it local - local bills passed by Parliament
Four types of bills can be passed by Parliament and this week some of the less common type had their third and final reading. Audio
Govt accused of rushing through oil, gas ban
The government is being accused of rushing through legislation to halt new offshore oil exploration permits to avoid scrutiny. The bill has been reported back to Parliament by the Environment Select… Audio
National slams Kelvin Davis over Parliament performance
Opposition MPs are demanding the Tourism Minister Kelvin Davis give some proper answers at Parliament, after what they call a breath-taking display of incompetence. Mr Davis fielded questions about… Audio
Sitting in a grey area
Many view protesting as a human right but conflict can arise when a movement takes over a public space indefinitely - a bill before Parliament hopes to offer a balanced solution. Audio
Lonely Planet gong puts pressure on Pouakai Crossing
A wet summer has left much of the Pouakai Crossing knee-deep in mud. The track has been identified by "Lonely Planet" as one of Taranaki's must do, so calls are are growing for investment in the track… Audio