Coalition Government
Eight new hats for Judith Collins
Spies, space and science form just part of the new domain for battle-hardened politician Judith Collins. Audio
Mediawatch for 26 November 2023
Parties seal the coalition deal to end long limbo for media; watchdog warns media laws need urgent upgrade; media tuning out of music journalism; Covid response reckons ramp up in inquiry season. Audio
Mediawatch for 12 November 2023
This week Mediawatch looks at how the media have followed the formation of the next government going on behind closed doors.
Also: a push to persuade policymakers to emulate Ireland’s economy - and… Audio
Take me to your leader
Our new political leaders got off on the wrong foot this week with the political press pack by keeping them at arm's length over their negotiations to from the new government. Was this a genuine media… Video, Audio
Beyond the Beehive: Inequality
What impact has the coalition government's initiatives had on improving the lives of those living in poverty? As part of RNZ's One Year On series, Beyond the Beehive reporter Max Towle and cameraman… Video, Audio
Budget 2018: Can new govt deliver on education?
This week's Budget is a major test for the coalition government - can it deliver on its promises and meet expectations in the big ticket portfolios? We examine the situation facing primary and… Audio