Politics
Hundreds gather for proposed gender legislation protest
Winston Peters is proposing new legislation that will define the term "woman" as "an adult human biological female".
'Politics has become an ugly place': Tory Whanau on mayoral role
As a progressive mayor she has also had to deal with the "old guard" resistant to change, the outgoing mayor says. Audio
Outgoing Wellington mayor Tory Whanau: 'Politics has become an ugly place'
Tory Whanau has announced she will not stand again for the Wellington mayoralty. Her announcement came shortly after former Labour Party Leader Andrew Little confirmed he would be contesting. Audio
Changes to KiwiSaver?
This week the government announced plans to cut the operating allowance in this year's budget by $1.1 billion, and Finance Minister Nicola Willis has hinted at changes to KiwiSaver. Audio
Sir Bob Jones' death 'huge loss for New Zealand', Prime Minister says
Sir Bob Jones is being remembered for his intellect, humour and as a complex character in tributes following his death. Audio
The Panel with Tim Wilson and Claire Amos (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Tim Wilson and Claire Amos. They discuss the aftermath of yesterday's extreme weather, the death of Sir Bob Jones and whether New Zealand… Audio
Executive order from Trump causing ripples in the Pacific
An executive order from US president Donald Trump aimed at fast-tracking seabed mining is causing ripples in the Pacific region. Anti-deep sea mining advocates say the order likely risks Nauru's… Audio
Does New Zealand have too many government ministers?
The size and make-up of any executive is set by the Prime Minister.
Under 45s will outnumber baby boomers in Australian election
The Australian election will be the first in which Gen Z and millennials, those under 45, outnumber baby boomers. Just how much young voters will influence the result is far from clear, with analysis… Audio
National vote to determine if Albanese wins second term
There will be a national vote on Saturday in Australia to determine if Labor prime minister Anthony Albanese can win a second term. It's looking like either will go down to the wire, even though Peter… Audio
Undecided voters may shake up Australian election
Analysis - The number of soft voters is significantly higher than at previous elections.
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 2 May 2025
In today's episode, a massive cleanup is underway after yesterday's extreme weather hitting Wellington and Canterbury, National Security Advisor Mike Waltz appears to be out of the Trump… Audio
Seymour wants to cut number of ministers handling portfolios
ACT Party leader David Seymour wants to slash the number of ministers taking care of portfolios, calling the current set up "bloated" and "full of meaningless titles". He spoke to RNZ's Deputy… Audio
The Trump bump and the Australian election
Australia could be the second major nation where voters in a federal election have done a U-turn on hardline, Trump-light style leaders.
Australia's election tightly poised
Australia could be the second major nation where voters in a federal election have done a u-turn on hardline, Trump-light style leaders Audio
Regulatory Standards Bill claim accepted for urgency by Waitangi Tribunal
The group behind last year's Hīkoi mō Te Tiriti has been granted an urgent hearing at the Waitangi Tribunal regarding the Regulatory Standards Bill.
Shane Jones to Māoridom: 'Meet me at the ballot box'
Shane Jones is back on the frontlines, taking the war on woke to the Waitakere Ranges and backing a bill that would define womanhood and manhood by biology. The NZ First deputy leader on… Video, Audio
'Not about the money': Wellington doctors defend strike over recruitment
Medical staff are picketing hospitals all around the country, as talks grind to a halt.
Rules giving Kiwis living in Australia citizenship look secure in election
Despite some reservations at the time the 4 year pathway was revealed, the Coalition has told local media that they have no plans to change it. However, some Kiwis have told RNZ they're worried that… Audio
