Politics
Regulation Minister David Seymour on ECE sector review
Cabinet is moving to simplify regulations for Early Childhood Education centres by the end of this year.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 23 April 2025
In today's episode, New Zealand First has proposed new legislation to define the term "woman" in law as "an adult human biological female", the Catholic Diocese of Auckland Vicar for Māori says Pope… Audio
Labour on NZ First's proposed legislation to define 'woman' in law
New Zealand First has introduced a member's bill that would do away with what it calls the "woke ideology" around the subject of womanhood. Labour leader Chris Hipkins spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
US Defence Secretary involved in another group chat scandal
US President Donald Trump is backing his Defence Secretary despite him being embroiled in yet another group chat scandal. Washington DC correspondent Kate Fisher spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
NZ First proposes legislation to define 'woman' and 'man'
New Zealand First has proposed new legislation to define the term "woman" in law as "an adult human biological female". New Zealand First leader Winston Peters spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
UK and NZ strengthen defence partnership as PMs meet
The UK and New Zealand will begin work on a new defence partnership, replacing the one signed in 2015. Reporter Soumya Bhamidipati spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Upset in the infant formula industry
A $2 billion industry faces new rules to protect new parents - and it's pushing back.
The fuss over new infant formula rules
A two billion dollar industry faces new rules to protect new parents - and it's pushing back Audio
NZ First replaces bathroom bill for new focus on definition of 'woman'
New Zealand First is pushing for the term "woman" to be defined in law as "an adult human biological female" as the party vows to fight "cancerous social engineering" and "woke ideology".
Midday Report Essentials for 22 April 2025
In today's episode, the Vatican's representative in New Zealand says Pope Francis' progressive politics will continue with the election of a new pope in the coming weeks. An Auckland councillor says… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 22 April 2025
In today's episode, the Prime Minister joins us from London to talk about Pope Francis death and the PM's meeting with King Charles, mourners are gathered at St. Peters Square in Rome and Catholic… Audio
PM Luxon on the death of Pope Francis
The Prime Minister has paid tribute to the 88-year old pontiff, describing him as a man of humility. Christopher Luxon spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio
New Zealand extending military assistance to Ukraine
"New Zealand is unwavering in its support for Ukraine against Russia's illegal and unprovoked invasion," Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said.
'Trump is still too weak to fire him' - US Defence Secretary shared attack details with family
Democratic Senator Tammy Duckworth, an Iraq War veteran, said that Pete Hegseth "must resign in disgrace."
El Salvador proposes swapping US-deported Venezuelans for Venezuelan 'political prisoners'
President Nayib Bukele proposed sending 252 Venezuelans deported from the US for political prisoners held by Venezuela.
Will a new chief science advisor be appointed soon?
The role has been vacant since Dame Juliet Gerrard stepped down in June last year.
Patients have 'bigger concerns' than one-day strike - advocate
Patient Voice Aotearoa chairperson Malcolm Mulholland said most Kiwis would support healthcare strikes over a system "in crisis".
Peter Boshier reflects on nine years as Ombudsman
He says the public can rest assured that there is an enduring institution fighting for fairness and accountability.
Hipkins admits pandemic mistakes, but stands by initial response
Labour's Chris Hipkins shares on a podcast his thoughts on the government's Covid response and his journey as a politician.
