Matt Mc Carten

The Prime Minister, John Key, says he has no intention of ordering a fresh inquiry into allegations that the Ohariu MP Peter Dunne leaked information of national security to a Fairfax reporter while… Audio

The coming budget and the flagged KiwiSaver changes, Don Brash's Dear John letter and Labour's response. Audio

The standoff between Hone Harawira and the Maori Party appears to be over, with the Maori Party saying that despite a supposed non-aggression pact, it will stand a candidate against him in the… Audio

A member of the Iwi Leaders Forum says Maori should prepare for racist attacks by Don Brash, who is set to become the new leader of the ACT Party. Audio

We're joined by political commentators Willie Jackson and Matt McCarten. Audio

A Maori Party hui in Hone Harawira's Te Tai Tokerau electorate has ended in a strong endorsement of the MP - but has failed to resolve the complaint against him. Audio

The Mana by-election is just days away, and despite Labour's long reign in the electorate, the result is far from clear. Audio

There's been a distinct step to the left in mayoral elections around the country prompting questions about whether it will affect the relationship with central government. Audio

An employment lawyer says the 90-day probationary law gives workers fewer rights to a fair trial than murderers. Audio

Joining us to look at the potential impact this row could have on the Maori Party are political commentators Willie Jackson and Matt McCarten. Audio

It's 25 years since David Lange was elected Prime Minister. Matt McCarten, Fran Wilde and Colin James discuss his legacy. Audio

Unions representing low paid workers say a freezing the minimum wage will affect more than just those being paid the minimum. Audio

Comments from Matt McCarten the General Secretary Unite Union and Michael Bott Wellington Human Rights lawyer. Audio

National has signed a deal with the Maori Party giving the two leaders of the party ministerial positions outside cabinet. Audio

The country's growing ethnic communities are being picked to have their biggest influence yet on the election outcome. Audio

Unions are welcoming a set of improvements proposed by the Government to casual workers' rights. Audio

This week the topic is Auckland regions governance. Audio

A union representing low paid workers says Aucklanders on low wages will bear the brunt of an extra regional petrol tax. Audio

National currently rates 23% higher than Labour, the largest lead since Labour held government. Audio