Politics
Cuts meant to 'shut down' school lunch scheme - principal
Naenae College principal Chris Taylor says the new restrictions make the programme unworkable. Audio
Parliament's watchdog against bullying finds new ways round limitations of role
Commissioner for Parliamentary Standards Lyn Provost has found some workarounds making her more accessible - but some are calling for more investment into supports.
Australian PM buys $4.7m property
The cliff-top home is on the New South Wales coast, where his fiancee's family is from.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 16 October 2024
On today's episode, the leader of the opposition, Labour's Chris Hipkins, says the threshold for intervention at the Wellington City Council hasn't been met yet, the number of beneficiaries being… Audio
Parliament's abuse guardian finds role limitations
The Independent Commissioner who acts as a guardian against bullying and abuse at Parliament has found new ways around some of the limitations of her role. Political Reporter Russell Palmer has the… Audio
Rongotai MP on govt intervention at Wellington City Council
A Wellington MP says the government looking at intervening with Wellington City Council is a thinly veiled attempt to assert control in a city where it was overwhelmingly rejected by voters. Rongotai… Audio
Labour leader on calls for govt intervention at Wellington City Council
The leader of the opposition, Labour's Chris Hipkins, says the threshold for intervention at the Wellington City Council hasn't been met yet. Hipkins spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Manawanui sinking: Minister commits to transparency
Chris Penk says talk about final costs is premature and has defended the court of inquiry process, saying other investigations could occur.
Politics by Night with Laura Walters
Newsroom.co.nz's political editor Laura Walters joins Emile Donovan to talk about the big political stories of the week. Audio
Principals 'perplexed' by fuss over teacher-only days
North Canterbury principals have responded to comments from Associate Education Minister David Seymour suggesting schools will no longer be allowed to hold teacher-only days during the school term.
Peters' $100b infrastructure fund is the right idea. Politics-as-usual is the problem
Analysis - Success will hinge on getting the details right and, more importantly, getting the politics out of infrastructure planning.
Mata Season 2 | Episode 19: Mother of missing Marakopa children speaks to Mihingarangi Forbes in exclusive interview
The mother of the three missing Marokopa children tells Mata she believes a recent exchange between a pig hunter and her daughter was a cry for help. Video, Audio
Government hints at capping bank card surcharges
The coalition has hinted at imposing a cap on the surcharges people pay for using their debit and credit cards.
Greens to proceed with Darleen Tana party-hopping meeting despite appeal
"We're dealing with what's in front of us," Green co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick says.
Historic election ahead as iwi urged to nominate for new governance board
Members of three central North Island iwi are preparing to elect their first board of trustees since signing a $28.5 million Treaty settlement.
Ukraine holds new online conference on peace, calls for revised security system
Ukraine is calling for a new international security system to prevent future instances of armed aggression.
Which government agency is slowest at paying its bills?
The Department of Conservation is bottom of the pack when it comes to paying invoices on time, data shows.
'Real concerns'; Unions worry privatisation would compromise airport security
"Aviation security is one of the most safety critical things of the system," E tū says. Audio
Live: Greens say ousted MP Darleen Tana going back to court
The party says Tana's appeal won't delay a planned meeting to decide whether to waka-jump her. Audio
