Parliament
Photo Essay: Next Speaker please
A Parliament with no Speaker is a motley collection of disputants and debaters awaiting direction. This week Parliament elected itself a new leader and the Governor General affirmed their choice. We…
AudioSix months on, human costs of the Parliament occupation
It’s six months since the occupation of Parliament's grounds for three weeks, but the human cost is only now becoming clear. Audio
Six months on, human costs of the Parliament occupation
It’s six months since the occupation of Parliament's grounds for three weeks, but the human cost is only now becoming clear.
AudioLong time in the pipeline, prohibition of mining bill
Previous experience as a Minister of Conservation and Land Information was instructive in the shaping of Eugenie Sage's Crown Minerals (Prohibition of Mining) Amendment Bill. Audio
Long time in the pipeline, prohibition of mining bill
Previous experience as a Minister of Conservation and Land Information was instructive in the shaping of Eugenie Sage's Crown Minerals (Prohibition of Mining) Amendment Bill.
AudioParliament elects a new Speaker
A new Speaker of Parliament was elected with widespread support today, with his authority tested early by an awkward speech from a rebel MP. Audio
Parliament elects a new Speaker
A new Speaker of Parliament was elected with widespread support today, with his authority tested early by an awkward speech from a rebel MP.
AudioParliament's week with a Speaker-sized hole in it
This week Parliament activity is dominated by the expected transition to a new Speaker, with the incumbent Trevor Mallard about to resign. Audio
Parliament's week with a Speaker-sized hole in it
This week Parliament activity is dominated by the expected transition to a new Speaker, with the incumbent Trevor Mallard about to resign.
AudioWellington braces for anti-government protest
Police will be out in force tomorrow with a large anti-government protest planned for Parliament.
Dr Sharma's drama plays out in the press
He's said plenty in the media, they've said as little as possible (on the record, at least). That's left media weighing up whether MP-gone-rogue Dr Sharma has really lifted the lid on serous bullying… Audio
Dr Sharma's drama plays out in the press
He's said plenty in the media, they've said as little as possible (on the record, at least). That's left media weighing up whether MP-gone-rogue Dr Sharma has really lifted the lid on serous bullying…
AudioShape your own Parliament: The standing orders review
Parliament is considering changing its rules and asking for advice. It is your chance to offer suggestions on an aspect of New Zealand's constitution. Audio
Shape your own Parliament: The standing orders review
Parliament is considering changing its rules and asking for advice. It is your chance to offer suggestions on an aspect of New Zealand's constitution.
AudioParliamentary employment: 'Chief Executive but not really the boss'
When politicians have staffing issues there is an odd triangular relationship to juggle. MPs' staff are employed by someone else. Someone who can't control the MPs. Audio
Parliamentary employment: 'Chief Executive but not really the boss'
When politicians have staffing issues there is an odd triangular relationship to juggle. MPs' staff are employed by someone else. Someone who can't control the MPs.
AudioConcerns about violence at Parliament protest next week
In an analytical piece written for Newsroom, senior political reporter Marc Daalder's raised some concerns about what might happen at a planned protest convoy to Parliament next week. Marc speaks to… Audio
The Week in Detail: Firefighters, Taiwan, and alcohol
The Detail podcast brings you the issues behind the news every weekday. Here's what we covered this week. Audio
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