John Key
Employment lawyer says murderers have more rights than workers
An employment lawyer says the 90-day probationary law gives workers fewer rights to a fair trial than murderers. Audio
Prime Minister is adamant employers won't abuse new rules
The other issue dominating the government's agenda is the expansion of the 90-day probationary period scheme to all employers, just one of a raft of changes to employment law. Audio
Prime Minister on Mining in Schedule 4 protected lands
Forest and Bird advocacy manager, Kevin Hackwell is warning the government they will have a fight on their hands if they force the changes through. Audio
Compromise reached over Queens Wharf
Auckland's multi-million dollar argument with the Government about an old cargo shed on the city's waterfront has been settled. Audio
PM signals desire to double trade with China to 20 billion
The Prime Minister says trade between New Zealand and China can double in value to 20 billion dollars within five years. Mr Key is in China where he's met the Premier Wen Jiabao, and the Vice… Audio
PM optimistic about progress on South Korean trade
New Zealand and South Korea have agreed to keep talking over a possible free trade deal, after a visit there by the Prime Minister John Key. Audio
PM hopes to build on China-NZ relationship
The Prime Minister has begun a 10 day trip around Asia, saying China could be New Zealand's economic salvation if a mistrust of foreign investment can be overcome. Audio
Promient leaders put pressure on for alcohol laws reforms
A group of prominent New Zealanders is putting pressure on the government to raise the cost of alcohol and put the drinking age up to 20. Audio
Government rejects idea of joint Anzac force in Afghanistan
The Government has rejected a request from Australia to take part in a joint Anzac force in Afghanistan. Audio
Australia could hold early election
John Key spoke to Ms Gillard after her appointment to the Prime Minstership yesterday. Audio
Prime Minister applauds All Whites
The Prime Minister John Key was with the team in South Africa for the game against Italy. Audio
Prime Minister to establish protocol on Parliamentary protests
The Prime Minister John Key says the Green Party co-leader Russell Norman charged at the Chinese Vice President during a Parliamentary scuffle last week, and that's why he apologised to the visiting… Audio
John Key reacts to altercation on steps of parliament
The Prime Minister John Key says it's too early to apportion any blame over the altercation between the Green Party co-leader and Chinese security guards on Parliament grounds today. Audio
Agreement reached over Foreshore and Seabed
The Government has come to an agreement with the Maori Party and the Iwi Leaders Group to scrap the previous foreshore and seabed act. Audio
$45 million funding boost for high performance sport
New Zealand athletes are expected to bring home more Olympic medals in 2016 as a result of the government's $45 million funding boost for elite sport Audio
Prime Minister discusses credit card expenses
The minister in charge of ministerial services is the Prime Minister, John Key. Audio
Australia to take Japan to court over whaling
Meanwhile, The Prime minister, John Key says he wants New Zealand to continue taking a diplomatic route. Audio
For Tuhoe, historic day turns sour
A day that Tuhoe had hoped would pave the way for an historic return of their homeland has become one of disappointment and even farce. Audio
National denies tension build up with Maori Party
The Prime Minister has denied a bust up between the government and the Maori Party over the ownership of the the Urewera National Park, despite strong indications to the contrary. Audio
