Politics
PM speaks to Morning Report ahead of National Party retreat
Christopher Luxon spoke to Melissa Chan-Green following Monday's State of the Nation speech. Audio
Christopher Luxon delivers State of the Nation speech
Christopher Luxon gave his annual scene setting speech in Auckland on Monday to a crowd of 700 people hosted by the Auckland Business Chamber. Political reporter Lillian Hanly was there and spoke to… Audio
'Should have sought advice': Willis on RBNZ governor's support of US Fed boss
Anna Breman should not have signed the letter of support without first getting advice, Minister of Finance says.
'We know it's a sensitive issue': Luxon on rethink of Auckland intensification
After his State of the Nation speech, the prime minister said the conversation in Auckland was about "how much densification" and "where it happens".
'Management speak mumbo jumbo': Hipkins responds to Luxon's address
The prime minister defended his government's progress and reform programme, promising no deviation from its plan should it win a second term.
Govt making moves to stop people stripping rock pools of sealife in Auckland
Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says he is considering bans. Audio
'Management speak mumbo jumbo': Hipkins responds to Luxon's address
Luxon launched a defence of his government's progress and reform programme, and promised there would be no deviation from its plan should it win a second term.
Which Anniversary Day should Tararua workers get off?
Tararua is bordered by three other regions so which Anniversary Day should residents observe?
Luxon invited to join Trump's Gaza 'board of peace'
A draft charter for the organisation, which will be chaired by Donald Trump, has been sent to a number of world leaders.
Govt making moves to stop people stripping rock pools of sealife in Auckland
Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says he is considering bans. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 19 January
The government is working on stopping busloads of people stripping rockpools of sea life in north Auckland; Pharmac is seeking clinical advice on whether the weight loss medication Wegovy should… Audio
Are cartoon strips still relevant in 2026?
We all had our favourite funnies pages back in the day, and many of the most beloved strips are still going. Peanuts hit 75 last year, Beano is approaching its 90th birthday and recently, a new… Audio
Trump push for Greenland risks ‘dangerous downward spiral’
Donald Trump is doubling down on his efforts to acquire Greenland, threatening to slap tariffs on European allies standing in his way. Nicholas Ross Smith, a senior research fellow at Canterbury… Audio
Minister considering ban over rock pool harvesting
The government is working on stopping busloads of people stripping rockpools of sea life in north Auckland. Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio
First oil, gas bid since end of offshore ban under consideration
Australian firm EnZed Energy's application to explore a large block off the coast of south Taranaki will go to officials with no competing bids.
Peters off to Kiribati year after being snubbed
The Foreign Affairs Minister had said the government was rethinking development support after the country's president cancelled a visit here.
Skilled or not: residence changes this year and who it affects
Migrants who were told their job was skilled and put them on a path to residence say the goalposts have shifted - and some are off to Australia. Audio
Calls to invest in environment as Govt boosts tourism marketing
The Government is investing $3.7 million to market New Zealand's regions internationally, encouraging visitors to travel beyond traditional hotspots during autumn and winter. However, critics warn… Audio
Watch: Ministers mark start of new granny flats rules
The new rules allow a small dwelling with a simple design of up to 70 square metres to be built without a resource consent, and are in effect from today.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 15 January
A Waikato regional councillor says rising visitor numbers are damaging the Blue Spring near Putaruru, with rubbish clogging toilets, coins thrown into the water and unsafe parking. He wants an access… Audio
