Willie Jackson
Utu star Anzac Wallace's powerful legacy
The acclaimed actor and activist Anzac Wallace died yesterday aged 76, leading to tributes from the film and political worlds about his rare talent and powerful personality. Wallace, usually just… Audio
Anzac Wallace: Actor, community activist, leader
The actor Anzac Wallace is being remembered not only for a groundbreaking film role but as a community activist and leader. The 76-year-old, who's best known for his role as Te Wheke in Geoff Murphy's… Audio
Henare at odds with Jackson over Whānau Ora payments
The Minister of Whānau Ora, Peeni Henare, says he'd be disappointed if a $600,000 dividend paid to the National Urban Māori Authority doesn't get spent on improving services. The Minister has been at… Audio
Māori media up in the air
A major review of Māori broadcasting has been announced by the government against a backdrop of growing problems. Jobs are set to go at Māori Television in what’s been billed as a “strategic refresh”… Video, Audio
Willie Jackson still in support of Meka Whaitiri
One of Meka Whaitiri's staunchest supporters, Willie Jackson, says he understands why some people are questioning whether the former Minister is fit to be an MP. Ms Whaitiri was stripped of her… Audio
Meka Whaitiri 'been through hell' - Willie Jackson
The Labour Minister Willie Jackson says Meka Whaitiri has been through hell over the last month since the altercation with her press secretary which led to her being stripped of all her ministerial… Audio
Willie Jackson backs oldest Māori radio station's bid for survival
The country's oldest Māori radio station has called upon former broadcaster Willie Jackson to save it from closure. Te Upoko o Te Ika, based in central Wellington, has been running for 33 years but… Audio
Govt to pay employers to get young people off the dole
The government is to pay employers the equivalent of the dole - as well as up to $6000 - to take on young beneficiaries as apprentices. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern unveiled the scheme today. Video, Audio
Willie Jackson responds to Kiwifruit labour shortage
A labour shortage has led to a rule change so overseas visitors can work as kiwifruit pickers in the Bay of Plenty over the next few weeks. And yet there are 10,000 people who are unemployed in the… Audio
Jackson to step up efforts to get youths into jobs or training
The Employment Minister, Willie Jackson, says the $50 million dollar fund set up by the last government to get more young New Zealanders into work or training is nowhere near enough. Audio
Māori unemployment drop welcome but still too high - Jackson
The falling unemployment rate has been welcomed by the Minister of Employment Willie Jackson. But he says the percentage of Māori out of work compared to the national average is still too high. Mr… Audio
Regional youth unemployment scheme given $13 million
The He Poutama Rangatahi initiative was set up by the previous Government to target youth unemployment in the regions, and has received a $13 million backing by the new Government. Video, Audio
Govt announces work initiative for unemployed youth
Later today the Government will reveal details of a new initiative to get the young unemployed into work. New Zealand First's Shane Jones ruffled a few feathers recently when he suggested a work for… Audio
'We don't support work for dole' - Willie Jackson
Minister of Employment Willie Jackson says the government doesn't support work for the dole but does support Minister of Regional Development Shane Jones and his effort to get young unemployed people… Audio
'Hone telling porkies' - Willie Jackson denies deal in north
Labour's Maori campaign manager Willie Jackson says there is no possibility of a deal to give the Mana Movement leader, Hone Harawira, a free run at regaining the Te Tai Tokerau seat he lost to Kelvin… Audio
Political parties turn to tricks for money
As the election nears political parties are calling on supporters to open their wallets to help them reach more voters. Demelza Leslie looks at their methods. Audio
Willie Jackson demands assurances after Ngaro threat
"This is unprecendented," says Willie Jackson "I've never heard of a minister threatening a community organisation like this." He says it's a worry not just for him, but for all the people who work… Audio
Willie Jackson and Labour at odds over charter schools
Labour candidate Willie Jackson runs a charter school, yet the party opposes them. So how can a candidate and a party be so divided on the topic? Jane Patterson reports. Audio
Labour committed to anti-charter school policy - Little
The Labour Party remains opposed to charter schools despite new candidate Willie Jackson being involved in running one. Video, Audio
Labour's fresh faces celebrate new list placings
Despite the rocky release of its party list, Labour is talking up its diverse line-up for this year's election.