Politics
Experts warn war in Iran could curtail economy's growth
The government is expecting the war in Iran and the ongoing fuel crisis could curtail the economy's growth by 0.5%. Westpac chief economist Kelly Eckhold spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Nicola Willis fills in for PM for weekly interview
Kiwis could be forced to ration petrol in a worst-case-scenario, should the war in Iran continue to put pressure on international oil supplies. Nicola Willis spoke to Corin Dann, in place of the Prime… Audio
Brain-injured man says ACC spying left lasting trauma
ACC secretly watched a man it thought might be faking symptoms of a serious head injury. It downplayed the severity of his injuries for years, and may have breached his privacy dozens of times. No… Audio
Prime Minister arrives in Samoa
The Prime Minister says his visit to Samoa and Tonga is all about underscoring the family relationship - but seems reluctant to commit to visa waivers for some of New Zealand's closest relations. RNZ… Audio
Peeni Henare asks MPs to rebuild trust in Parliament
Peeni Henare left Parliament this week with a final address full of stories and humour.
Greyhound Racing NZ calls for clarity ahead of ban
A legislation shutting down the sport by August passed its first reading late last year.
'Perfect storm': Ferry breakdowns disrupt travel and freight
The Interislander's Kaiārahi has been out of service since Tuesday night because of a technical fault, and Bluebridge's Connemara ferry was also cancelled on Thursday and Friday.
'Not convinced': ACT objects to greyhound racing ban
The party says it is "not convinced" the threshold had been met for banning a legal industry.
Minister dismisses official warnings about 'move on orders'
Paul Goldsmith has batted away advice from government agencies strongly urging against the move and pointing to a lack of evidence.
Political chat with Patrick Gower and Guyon Espiner
Weekly chat about the week in politics with Patrick Gower and Guyon Espiner. Audio
Minister Shane Jones responds to fuel insecurity concerns
Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones who is the Minister responsible for fuel security spoke to Guyon Espiner. Audio
Fishing for votes in an election year
Politicians from across the divide are keen to ensure this election issue will not be the one that got away. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 13 March
Call for the government to encourage working from home to ease fuel costs; Nelson's mayor responds to Air New Zealand flight cancellations affecting the region; Expert says the government must act to… Audio
Call for govt to encourage working from home due to fuel prices
The union representing public servants is calling on the government to encourage working from home, in the face of rising petrol prices. PSA national secretary Fleur Fitzsimons spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Expert says government needs to secure country’s energy future
An energy expert says now is the time for the government to secure the country's energy future. David Keat was a senior leader at Marsden Point, he spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
All round fishing interests set to become election issues
Fishing is set to become an election issue, Ross McNaughton reports Audio
Greens concerned about loss of environmental perspective in new mega-ministry
The government is establishing a Ministry of Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport to handle its reform across housing, transport, urban development, and the environment.
Green MPs suffer drop in draft list
The Greens have released the Delegate List of candidates.
