Politics
Explainer: What actually is the Regulatory Standards Bill?
We're going to start today's show talking about the Regulatory Standards Bill -which has now passed its third reading in Parliament. Despite more than 98% of public submissions opposing the bill, it… Audio
Petition calls for inquiry into Papatoetoe election
The petition cites turnout anomalies, alleged issues with ballot handling and concerns about the integrity of postal voting.
An Inspector-General might not have stopped McSkimming cover-up
"What's the difference between that and any other avenue they already have for communicating anonymously?" an advocate asks. Audio
Te Pati Maori divisions show no signs of mending
Barbs between Te Pati Maori and its now excluded faction have not stopped - the latest in a string of back and forths claims the now ousted pair never tried to steal the leadership. Associate… Audio
Morning Report: Ferris denies plotting Te Pāti Māori coup
Ferris, along with Mariameno Kapa-Kingi, were kicked out the party earlier this week. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 14 November
Expelled Te Pati Maori MP Takuta Ferris says he's had no response from the party's national council over his calls for an urgent meeting; The fallout from the release of more than 20,000 new documents… Audio
Regulatory Standards Bill passes into law
It's fourth time lucky for ACT, with the Regulatory Standards Bill finally passing into law. The party has brought versions of the bill to parliament three times since 2006. Otago University law… Audio
Expelled Te Pati Maori MP Takuta Ferris speaks to Corin Dann
Expelled Te Pati Maori MP Takuta Ferris says he's had no response from the party's national council over his calls for an urgent meeting. Takuta Ferris spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Study highlights serious issues with workplace safety
Almost 15 years since 29 men were killed in an explosion at the Pike River mine, research shows the country's health and safety record is still poor. Samantha Gee reports. Audio
Retirement Commissioner calls for changes to KiwiSaver
New Zealand's Retirement Commissioner is calling for changes to KiwiSaver to ensure the scheme does not leave anyone behind. Jane Wrightson spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
More road tolls could be on the way for New Zealand drivers
More toll roads could be on the way - as the Government introduces a bill to change how roads are funded. Transporting New Zealand - Policy & Advocacy Advisor, Mark Stockdale spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
'Utterly disgraceful': Parliament reacts to McSkimming saga
Question time was pushed back on Wednesday this week so that the House could address the report of the Independent Police Conduct Authority into misconduct at police.
Bill to expand Road User Charges introduced
A bill to make road tolling easier and shift Road User Charges towards a digital tracking system has been introduced to Parliament.
Suite of banking competition changes adopted by government
The government has accepted most of the recommendations out of a banking inquiry to improve competition in the sector.
Ousted Te Pāti Māori MPs hold discreet meeting with former colleagues
"Way below the line". That's how ousted Te Pāti Māori MP Takuta Ferris has described how the political party has treated him and fellow MP Mariameno Kapa Kingi. The pair was expelled from the… Audio
Question Time directs rare query to non-ministerial MP
Question Time is usually all about ministers, but on Thursday it had an extra question directed at an MP who is not a minister.
Seymour blames teacher strikes for drop in attendance
The Associate Education Minister says there was a drop-off in school attendance in the final week of Term 3.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 13 December 2025
Nick Perry, a former Assistant Police Commissioner says the recent misconduct findings will have cops across the country feeling disappointed and let down ; Former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster… Audio
RNZ’s Sam Sherwood with the latest on IPCA report
A woman who accused the disgraced former police Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming of sexual offending remains before the court on charges of harassing another police officer and his wife. National… Audio
