Policy
Squeezing a bigger slice of the tax pie from big tech companies
The whole world is trying to chase down the likes of Google, Microsoft and Meta for more income tax, and New Zealand is no exception.
Pennies from the mega corps
The whole world is trying to chase down the likes of Google, Microsoft and Meta for more income tax, and New Zealand is no exception. Audio
Would Stuart Nash's employer have been able to fire him?
The former Labour MP has resigned after a comment he made to the Platform about women.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 11 September 2025
In today's episode, a retail leader says the collapse of two companies in recent weeks is just the start, and there's more trouble to come for the sector; Retail businesses are feeling the pressure as… Audio
David Seymour asks for review into tobacco, nicotine and alcohol warning labels
David Seymour says changes to warning labels for tobacco, nicotine and alcohol products are on the table - despite pleas from public health groups. Guyon Espiner spoke to Ingris Hipkiss. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 10th September 2025
In today's episode, the Court of Appeal has turned down a bid to quash Scott Watson's convictions for the murders of Olivia Hope and Ben Smart; The government's being urged to treat organised crime as… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 10 September 2025
In today's episode, we have our weekly political panel; New Zealand First minister Shane Jones wants his party to consider re-nationalising the gentailers; Israel has carried out a strike on senior… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 9 September 2025
In today's episode, the police say one of Marokopa fugitive Tom Phillips' children gave crucial information which helped officers find their two missing siblings on Monday afternoon; A new political… Audio
Labour leader on latest poll showing growing support for party
A new political poll shows Labour support hitting 33.8 percent, just ahead of National. Labour leader Chris Hipkins spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 8 September 2025
In today's episode, New Zealand First held its annual meeting over the weekend, and with election year ahead, hints of campaign rivalry are beginning to creep into the coalition; The Black Ferns now… Audio
Watch: Peters promises compulsory 10% KiwiSaver and tax cuts
The party leader says making KiwiSaver compulsory would be his first move, if it gained power. Video
False information submitted to fast-track panel, claims outdoors club
Federated Mountain Clubs has launched a last-minute bid to halt a controversial West Coast hydro scheme.
Winston Peters predicts 'massive political victory' next year
The NZ First leader made the remarks at the party's 32nd annual general meeting.
'Not surprising': Law expert on doctors' rejection of binding arbitration
But the minister maintains binding arbitration could be the circuit breaker needed.
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 5th September 2025
In today's episode, the government has stripped Auckland Transport of most of its power in a shake-up designed to improve how people get around New Zealand's largest city; A major report into the… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 5th September 2025
In today's episode, Defence Minister Judith Collins says New Zealand's support for Ukraine remains "steadfast"; The Health Minister has written to Health New Zealand and the senior doctors' union… Audio
Tāmaki Makaurau by-election: Two days left to vote
One university student said 'you shouldn't be complaining about the government if you don't vote'.
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 4th September 2025
In today's episode, Workers at the Eves Valley Sawmill in Tasman will learn if they have jobs at a company meeting on Thursday afternoon; A planned law change will mean people who've been living in… Audio
Peer support for eating disorders 'the silent revolution' - Minister
The Mental Health has labelled the new strategy as the silent revolution. Audio
'Upfront and transparent as you could be'; Willis on Orr's resignation
Controversy has surrounded the resignation of former Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr on 5 March. Audio