Prime Minister
New Zealand has two new leaders
For the first time in eight years, New Zealand has a new Prime Minister. Bill English was appointed to the role today, along with his new deputy, Paula Bennett. Video, Audio
Bill English explains what he hopes to achieve as PM
Bill English was officially sworn in as Prime Minister today. We know who he is, but what does he hope to achieve during his time leading New Zealand? Audio
Bill English and Paula Bennett - NZ's new leaders
John Key has left the role of New Zealand Prime Minister after eight years, as Bill English is sworn in to replace him, and Paula Bennett steps in as his deputy. Chris Bramwell reports. Video, Audio
Too Much Noise
An English choirmaster has taken to wearing ear plugs wherever he goes to block out what he calls the increasing noise he says he encounters when he leaves the house. Audio
Hand over day on the 9th floor of the beehive
There's been a change at the helm on the ninth floor of the beehive today as Bill English officially becomes Prime Minister and Paula Bennett shifts into the deputy's job. Bernard Hickey gives his… Audio
PM wannabes: Fast facts on Collins, English and Coleman
Judith Collins, Bill English or Jonathan Coleman will be Prime Minister on Monday. Here's what you need to know.
Matthew Hooton on who will be the next PM
Matthew Hooton is a former National party press secretary and a political commentator. He joins Checkpoint to discuss who he thinks will be elected as the country's next Prime Minister. Audio
Opposition parties react to PM's resignation
John Key's resignation has come as a shock to most in the political sphere - but some say they saw it coming. Alex Ashton has been gauging political reaction. Audio
Prime Minister John Key resigns from job
John Key has announced he is resigning as Prime Minister and leader of the National Party - and says his deputy Bill English would be a wise choice as his replacement. Audio
Former PM says every leader must face stepping down
Former prime minister Jim Bolger says every leader has to face stepping down at some time and being in power for a long time takes its toll. Video, Audio
Dunedin reacts to PM's resignation
People on the streets of Dunedin react to the Prime Minister's impending departure. Audio
Shock in PM's Helensville electorate at news of John Key's resignation
People in John Key's electorate, Helensville, react to the Prime Minister's resignation Video, Audio
"You could have knocked me down with a feather" - Judith Collins
Cabinet minister Judith Collins doesn't rule out throwing her hat in the ring for the National party leadership Audio
Mixed reaction from business, unions to PM's resignation
Business leaders pay tribute to John Key, saying he delivered economic growth and jobs during his eight-year's at the helm. Audio
RNZ political editor discusses implications of Key's resignation
RNZ political editor analyses John Key's surprise departure and explains what could happen next Video, Audio
Time to pay tribute to Key's public service - Labour leader
Labour leader Andrew Little says he's confident about an election next year. Video, Audio
Bill English to announce leadership intentions tomorrow
The Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, Bill English, says he'll announce tomorrow whether or not he will contest the position of party leader. Audio
"The timing feels right" - PM
Prime Minister John Key says the timing of his resignation "feels right." Video, Audio
Prime Minister responds to Auckland's new mayor's plans
Prime Minister John Key congratulates Phil Goff on his win but isn't leaping at Phil Goff's suggestions on how to ease congestion and housing. Audio
Tongan PM promises action on passports
Controversy over the sale of thousands of Tongan passports has dominated the first day of Tongan PM 'Akilisi Pohiva's visit to New Zealand. Audio
