Nine To Noon Politics

Gareth, Brigitte and Kathryn talk about how the Hamilton byelection is an unwelcome litmus test for Labour, the Government's decision to dump its Covid powers and a possible Royal Commission into the Covid response. The economic hangover continues, could National's social investment proposal work and the PM has met with Auckland's new mayor. Gareth, Brigitte and Kathryn talk about how the Hamilton...

Gareth Hughes is a former Green MP and now works for the Wellbeing Economy Alliance Aotearoa. Liam Hehir is a Palmerston North lawyer, political commentator and a National Party member. Gareth, Liam and Kathryn reflect on the local body election results including new Auckland Mayor, Wayne Brown's continued pressure on other CCO members to resign; and imminent meetings between Transport Minist...

Brigitte and Gareth look at how the local body elections shook down - particularly in our biggest cities. The Government's books are better than expected - will that heat up the tax cut debate? And former Minister Kris Faafoi is copping some flak for his new job. Brigitte Morten is a director with public and commercial law firm Franks & Ogilvie and a former senior ministerial advisor for the previ...

Kennedy talks to Kathryn about godwits which are currently en route to New Zealand from Alaska, the gannets of Cape Kidnappers and one of the most ancient Gondwanan forests: the Daintree rainforest. Kennedy talks to Kathryn about godwits which are currently en route to New Zealand from Alaska, the gannets of Cape Kidnappers and one of the most ancient Gondwanan forests: the Daintree rainforest. Go...

Auckland mates Charlie Farrelly-Gruar and John 'Seymore' Harrison share a passion for delicious kai and deep kōrero. Auckland mates Charlie Farrelly-Gruar and John 'Seymore' Harrison share a passion for delicious kai and deep kōrero. As the Eggplant Boys, their delicious recipes and fun cooking videos are winning people over on Instagram. Charlie, who previously worked as a tattoo artist...

Kathryn, Brigitte and Lamia discuss National holding firm on tax cuts, constant pressure on the Government over social housing and what the latest political poll shows. Brigitte Morten is a director with public and commercial law firm Franks & Ogilvie and a former senior ministerial advisor for the previous National-led government. Lamia Imam worked for two years for the Labour Party in the Leader...

Brigitte and Lamia join Kathryn to discuss potential changes to the Covid traffic light system, whether New Zealand should follow Australia and have a public holiday to mark the Queen's passing and the political reaction to police photo collection practices of young people. Brigitte and Lamia join Kathryn to discuss potential changes to the Covid traffic light system, whether New Zealand should fo...

Our political commentators discuss the government's Kiwisaver tax u-turn, the cost of living payment, Luxon ruling out a Freedoms NZ coalition, and the Greens co-leadership. Gareth Hughes is a former Green MP and now works for the Wellbeing Economy Alliance Aotearoa. Ben Thomas is a former National government press secretary, a columnist and a director of public affairs firm Capital. Our political...

Neale, Tim and Kathryn talk about the departure and the legacy of Speaker Trevor Mallard - how will he go in his ambassadorial post in Ireland? Also, the infrastructure blowouts. is it bad management or economic conditions. And ram raids continue to plague cities and towns across the motu it's forcing a law and order debate. Neale Jones was Chief of Staff to Labour Leader Jacinda Ardern, and prior...

Will the Labour caucus kick Gaurav Sharma out this week - and have his accusations caused lasting damage to the party? Should National's leader Christopher Luxon release the detail of an inquiry into Sam Uffindell? And are this year's local body elections at risk of being overrun by conspiracy theorists? Neale Jones was Chief of Staff to Labour Leader Jacinda Ardern, and prior to that was Chief of...

Shane, Brigitte and Kathryn will talk about how the Prime Minister has responded to the latest developments in Labour MP Gaurav Sharma's allegations of bullying at Parliament, and also the case of a senior parliamentary staffer who worked with Labour MP Anna Lorck who has spoken of being the victim of bullying, Also what's happening with the latest polling numbers and the struggle for candidates i...

Political commentators Brigitte and Lamia give their verdict on National's two-day conference in Christchurch where it elected a new party president, Sylvia Wood. Brigitte and Lamia join Susie to talk about National's two-day conference in Christchurch where it elected a new party president, Sylvia Wood. They'll also look at the reaction to the climate adaption report, National and Labou...

Neale and Tim join Kathryn to talk about the rise in inflation and drop in consumer confidence - how are the major parties responding? They'll also look at the inner turmoil for the Green Party, with the weekend ousting of co-leader James Shaw and discuss the result of New Zealand First Foundation case. Neale and Tim join Kathryn to talk about the rise in inflation and drop in consumer confidence...

Political commentators Shane Te Pou and Ben Thomas look at the decision to extend the fuel excise cuts and public transport subsidies through to the end of January ahead of key inflation data out today, whether the government's stuck between a rock and a hard place with its Covid settings and how both big party leaders have achieved from their recent overseas sojourns. Shane Te Pou is a former can...

Political commentators Brigitte Morten and Neale Jones discuss the PM's trip to Australia and developments on rights for Kiwis and 501 deportees, National leader Christopher Luxon's trip to the UK, the regional impact of Kiribati's decision to quit the Pacific Islands Forum and Act's weekend conference and what it revealed about the party's wish-list if it ended up in a National-Act government. Br...

Neale, Brigitte and Kathryn discuss a range of issues on the political agenda, including Jacinda Ardern's business trip to Australia this week straight off the back of her northern hemisphere visit which netted an FTA with Europe. Also, changes are coming to donations law - will it increase transparency or make people less likely to donate? And goodbye DHBs, hello Health NZ, we look at the new sys...

Kathryn, Ben and Shane discuss the Cabinet reshuffle and the expectations on Ministers in their new portfolios. Also, Parliament's getting a new Speaker in Adrian Rurawhe, could there be an opportunity for The Maori Party if he becomes a list MP?. Then there's the result in the Tauranga by-election with Sam Uffindell retaining the seat for National. Shane Te Pou is a former candidate, campaign man...

The Prime Minister has met her new counterpart in Australia, Anthony Albanese, but will anything change over 501 deportees? A new poll shows the pain points for the government - economic pressures and crime, is it time for a Cabinet reshuffle? And then there's the Tauranga by-election. Neale Jones was Chief of Staff to Labour Leader Jacinda Ardern, and prior to that was Chief of Staff to Andrew Li...

Lamia, Brigitte and Kathryn discuss the latest Kantar Public poll, Labour's turn towards negative attack ads, Three Waters legislation reaches the house and the PM's White House meeting. Brigitte Morten is a director with public and commercial law firm Franks & Ogilvie and a former senior ministerial advisor for the previous National-led government. Lamia Imam worked for two years for the Labour P...

Kathryn, Ben and Shane discuss the significance of the Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's visit to the US, which includes a meeting with Joe Biden. Also, China's surprise move in the Pacific, has it caught NZ and and Australian foreign policy asleep at the wheel?. And the Government's 6 million dollar response package to crime, and a reflection on Joe Hawke's legacy. Kathryn, Ben and Shane discuss th...

Neale, Ben and Kathryn with a wrap of the Budget and analysis on who is winning the narrative battle. They will also discuss the Government's Emissions Reduction Plan and cast their eyes over the Australia election result with Anthony Albanese ousting Scott Morrison. Neale Jones was Chief of Staff to Labour Leader Jacinda Ardern, and prior to that was Chief of Staff to Andrew Little. He is the dir...

Shane, Brigitte and Kathryn look ahead to the Government's Emissions Reduction Plan, Thursday's Budget, also reflecting on the border reopening, immigration reset and the Maori Party's decision not to stand in the Tauranga by-election. Shane, Brigitte and Kathryn look ahead to the Government's Emissions Reduction Plan, Thursday's Budget, also reflecting on the border reopening, immigrati...

Neale Jones was Chief of Staff to Labour Leader Jacinda Ardern, and prior to that was Chief of Staff to Andrew Little. He is the director of Capital Government Relations. Neale Jones and Brigitte Morten talk to Kathryn about what the latest political polls are showing and the looming Budget. Neale Jones and Brigitte Morten talk to Kathryn about what the latest political polls are showing look ahea...

The Government is trying to advance some longstanding and challenging big picture policies. Neale, Ben and Kathryn discuss the Government's climate plan and areas at risk of sea level rise, the future of 3 Waters and Co-governance. Neale Jones was Chief of Staff to Labour Leader Jacinda Ardern, and prior to that was Chief of Staff to Andrew Little. He is the director of Capital Government Relation...

Ben Thomas is a PR consultant and a former National Government press secretary. Shane Te Pou is a former candidate, campaign manager and executive member of the Labour Party, and a former union official. He is no longer a member of any political party. He is a Director and HR Manager for IT Company Mega. Political commentators Shane Te Pou and Ben Thomas join Kathryn to talk about the inflation/co...