Politics
'We will be ready for whatever they throw' - Marama Davidson on return to politics
Exclusive Mata interview - Greens co-leader Marama Davidson announces her return to mahi after breast cancer treatment.
Former ACT president's name suppression went on too long - advocate
A survivors' advocate says sex offenders should not be able to get name suppression for as long as Tim Jago had.
Mapuna for 1 February 2025
Julian starts the year from the Treaty Grounds at Waitangi to discuss the Treaty Principles Bill. To add to the discussion about this, and much more about what will be happening he is joined by Ben… Audio
'Boot the Bill': Plea for government to put a stop to military-style camps
"The right to campaign, protest, and petition is a blessing we have," Children's Minister Karen Chhour told RNZ in response.
How 24 hours in history shaped a local politician's views
A Whanganui councillor has revealed his historical family connection to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and how it impacts his views.
Politics look ahead with Jo Moir
From a substantial cabinet reshuffle, the start of oral submissions on the Treaty Principles bill, and lately, talk of privatisation - there's lots happening in politics. Audio
Marama Davidson back in politics
Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson says she's looking forward to Waitangi as her first engagement. Audio
Mata Season 3 | Episode 1: Marama Davidson returns to Parliament
Greens co-leader Marama Davidson announces her return to mahi after breast-cancer treatment. In an exclusive interview with Mata, Davidson discusses her experience of the health system, her prognosis… Video, Audio
A new documentary brings the Haka Party Incident into the public conversation
A new documentary on the Haka Party Incident tells the story of the 'three-minute war' through the eyes of the people who fought it
Dunedin Hospital build turned into 'political football' - union
The delays and cost-cutting have been "frustrating and disappointing", critic says, and the government needs to "suck it up [and] commit the funds". Audio
New Zealand's last war
A new documentary on the Haka Party Incident tells the story of the 'three-minute war' through the eyes of the people who fought it. Audio
New Zealand's last war
A new documentary on the Haka Party Incident tells the story of the 'three-minute war' through the eyes of the people who fought it. Audio
'No way' of knowing Tim Jago was abuser - ACT Party
The ACT Party says it took immediate action after learning its former president had been charged with sexual abuse.
Environmental groups express concerns over mining exports plan
The plan involves more mining, including of gold and coal, and forcing banks to finance fossil fuel expansion.
The Maunga owns itself: Taranaki histories and apologies
The House: Taranaki Maunga has a new name and now legal personhood, but there's a lot more fascinating detail in the new law than that.
Descendant of Treaty translator slams Principles Bill, demands apology
The Bill aims to replace the existing Treaty principles - developed over time by courts and the Waitangi Tribunal to interpret the Treaty in law - with three new ones determined by the Government.
Protesters target Health Minister over Dunedin hospital plan
They blocked Simeon Brown's exit, chanting "build it once, build it right" and "public health, not private wealth".
Govt's new climate target 'shockingly unambitious' - climate expert
The target for 2035 has surprised even some of its strongest critics with how small the promised emissions reductions are. Audio
Watch: Shane Jones willing to share 'shot of tequila' with Mexican Ambassador
However, the Minister is refusing to say if he agrees with his party leader backtracking on Jones' "send the Mexicans home" comment.
Stewardship land as important to preserve as DOC land - Forest and Bird
The head of a conservation society is concerned about politicians misrepresenting the value of stewardship land. Audio
