Simon Bridges
Simon Bridges delivers valedictory speech at Parliament
Former National leader Simon Bridges has just delivered his final speech at Parliament - marking the end of his 14 year political career.
He called for less poll-driven politics, more diversity of… Audio
See ya Simon - Bridges bows out of Parliament
Former National leader Simon Bridges is farewelling Parliament this evening, after 14 years as an MP.
Bridges announced in March he was bowing out - and gives his final speech in the house tonight -… Audio
Tauranga locals react to upcoming by-election
The resignation of Simon Bridges is forcing a by-election for the Tauranga seat.
Bridges yesterday announced his departure from politics, leaving the National stronghold seat up for grabs.
But who… Audio
National MP Simon Bridges to quit politics
He stared down numerous contenders and saw off many an adversary - now Simon Bridges is saying goodbye.
In a shock move, the former National leader has announced he is retiring from politics to… Video, Audio
A week of Question Time: costs, cash and a little covid
A week of questions in Parliament: Some opposition go with 'show me the money' and some with 'defend the covid rules'. Audio
A week of Question Time: costs, cash and a little covid
A week of questions in Parliament: Some opposition go with 'show me the money' and some with 'defend the covid rules'.
AudioVoter reaction to leadership fiasco: 'The National Party are a lost soul'
Judith Collins says she is pleased to be "just the MP for Papakura" again - and has vowed to stay on, and stand again in 2023. But what do the voters think of her chances and the future of the… Audio
Simon Bridges talks to media
Simon Bridges speaks to meda about allegations from Judith Collins Audio
Collins demotes Simon Bridges over allegation of misconduct
National's leader Judith Collins has demoted Simon Bridges following an accusation he made inappropriate comments to a female National MP several years ago.
Recapping the week in Parliament
The House wraps Parliament's week; asks who really runs the country and outlines the repeal of the three strikes law. Audio
Recapping the week in Parliament
The House wraps Parliament's week; asks who really runs the country and outlines the repeal of the three strikes law.
AudioThree Strikes Repeal
Covid-19 may dominate the news but Parliament does also have other things on its agenda. Quite a few things including a repeal of Three Strikes sentencing law. Audio
Three Strikes Repeal
Covid-19 may dominate the news but Parliament does also have other things on its agenda. Quite a few things including a repeal of Three Strikes sentencing law.
AudioMāori Affairs Committee marks its 150th anniversary
The Māori Affairs Select Committee is 150 years old. The media always love profile pieces on ancient folk having a birthday, so here is one on a particularly elderly committee. Audio
Māori Affairs Committee marks its 150th anniversary
The Māori Affairs Select Committee is 150 years old. The media always love profile pieces on ancient folk having a birthday, so here is one on a particularly elderly committee.
AudioConversion practices & debate therapy
We look at the first outing of the conversion therapy ban bill, and whether MPs could need therapy for first reading confusion. Audio
Conversion practices & debate therapy
We look at the first outing of the conversion therapy ban bill, and whether MPs could need therapy for first reading confusion.
AudioFour fall down, three stand up
This week Parliament banished four member’s bills to dusty oblivion, but like a game of whack-a-mole three more popped up to replace them. Audio
Four fall down, three stand up
This week Parliament banished four member’s bills to dusty oblivion, but like a game of whack-a-mole three more popped up to replace them.
AudioMinority groups want Minister to speak up on hate speech proposals
Muslim, Jewish and disabled communities say government silence on hate speech laws is allowing misinformation to flourish.
The Justice Minister Kris Faafoi has gone to ground since announcing his… Audio
