Matthew Hooton
Political commentators Matthew Hooton & Stephen Mills
Marama Davidson wins the Green Party co-leadership race; mixed reactions to Labour's transport package; and debt at Middlemore hospital. Matthew Hooton is the managing director of the PR and lobbying… Audio
Political commentators Matthew Hooton and Stephen Mills
A look at the backlash from the Broadcasting Minister Clare Curran following Carol Hirschfeld's resignation from RNZ; Jacinda Ardern's comments on Russian spies; and the issues surrounding the new… Audio
Political commentators Stephen Mills & Matthew Hooton
Jonathan Coleman sparks a by-election in Northcote after announcing he's leaving politics; Shane Jones reins back his initial statements calling for heads to roll over Air New Zealand dropping… Audio
Political commentators Mike Williams & Matthew Hooton
A look back at a tough week for the Government, after they had to apologise for a sexual assault incident that took place at a Young Labour camp. Also, the Prime Minister isn't ruling out further… Audio
Political commentators Mike Williams & Matthew Hooton
A look at National's new front bench following the departure of Steven Joyce; the politics of water; and the aftermath of the signing of the new look TPP trade deal. Audio
Political commentators Matthew Hooton & Stephen Mills
A look at the recent National Party leadership shuffle - what will the makeup of the new Cabinet look like? And reaction to Jacinda Ardern's visit to Australia. Audio
Political commentators Stephen Mills & Matthew Hooton
Pundits Matthew Hooton and Stephen Mills take a look at Bill English's career in politics in the midst of the National Party leadership race - who will take his place? Audio
Political commentators Matthew Hooton & Mike Williams
Who's looking like the front runner to take over the top job in the National Party? Julie Anne Genter announces her pregnancy amidst the Green Party leadership race; and Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern… Audio
All change. No clear front runner to replace English
The race for the leadership of the National Party is wide open - after Bill English's resignation - who's already said he has no preferred successor. Bill English will stand down as Opposition Leader… Audio
Political commentators Stephen Mills & Matthew Hooton
The Green Party's co-leadership contest and the Labour-led Government's pledge to put an end to charter schools. Audio
Political commentators Mike Williams & Matthew Hooton
A look at Waitangi, the brief storm over the National Party's leadership team and why bi-partanship over poverty didn't get off the ground. Audio
Will Bill English, Paula Bennett last until next election?
National leader Bill English has dismissed speculation about his leadership and that of his deputy Paula Bennett as gossip. He says he's committed to performing well and has the confidence of his… Audio
Political commentators Stephen Mills & Matthew Hooton
After a reasonably positive reception at Rātana, Jacinda Ardern is heading to Waitangi this Thursday, for her first visit as Prime Minister; Trade Minister David Parker heads to the World Economic… Audio
Political commentators Matthew Hooton & Stephen Mills
Our pundits with their take on the latest political events including Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's pregnancy announcement, and manoeuvring in the National Party. Audio
Political commentators Stephen Mills & Matthew Hooton
As well as a look at Labour's Mini Budget, Matthew and Stephen review the massive year in politics - who are the winners and who are the losers? Audio
Politics with Matthew Hooton and Stephen Mills
TVNZ releases its latest Colmar Brunton poll; Thursday's pre-Christmas fiscal update and Budget; and National's leadership and legacy. Audio
Political commentators Mike Williams & Matthew Hooton
Mike Williams and Matthew Hooton discuss Regional Economic Development Minister Shane Jones' work for the dole proposal; and the secret protocol to the coalition agreement. Audio
Political commentators Stephen Mills & Matthew Hooton
Michael Cullen is appointed to lead the tax working group; Government's positions on Pike River and immigration; a compromise on the America's Cup base; and a look ahead at the Queensland election. Audio
Political commentators Mike Williams & Matthew Hooton
The America's Cup set-up in Auckland, what next after a series of meetings between the Government, Auckland Council and Team New Zealand ? Also how well is Prime Minister Jacinda Adern doing on the… Audio
Political commentators Mike Williams & Matthew Hooton
Mike Williams and Matthew Hooton discuss the latest from the TPP negotiations. Audio