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  • 'A tough watch': Post-Cabinet press conference - Mon, Mar 3

    'A tough watch': Post-Cabinet press conference - Mon, Mar 3
    Mar 3 2025
    The Government says it is delivering on its commitment to fixing New Zealand’s broken healthcare system by improving access to healthcare for all Kiwis. At the regular post-Cabinet press conference, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon described Health NZ as a “low-performing organisation” in need of transformation. Meanwhile, Health Minister Simeon Brown announced several key initiatives aimed at improving the sector. After the announcement, Luxon was asked about the tense meeting between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He described it as a “tough watch” but reiterated that New Zealand’s support for Ukraine remains unchanged. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 min
  • New retail crime and citizen's arrest reforms unveiled

    New retail crime and citizen's arrest reforms unveiled
    Feb 26 2025
    The Government has announced a series of reforms to give businesses additional tools to deal with those that are robbing them. These include: Amending the Crimes Act so that citizens can intervene to stop any Crimes Act offence at any time of the day. Requiring that a person making an arrest contact police and follow police instructions. Clarifying that restraints can be used, when reasonable, when making an arrest. Changing the defence of property provisions to the Crimes Act so it is clear that reasonable force may be used. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 min
  • Prime Minister and Labour leader address MP Andrew Bayly's resignation

    Prime Minister and Labour leader address MP Andrew Bayly's resignation
    Feb 24 2025
    Prime Minister Christopher Luxon faced questions from the media following National MP Andrew Bayly's resignation after an incident involving 'inappropriate behaviour' with a staff member. Luxon said he asked Bayly to explain what happened but would not provide further details, stating, "It's good that he recognised he didn't meet his own standards." Luxon said resigning was the right decision. Labour leader Chris Hipkins then held a press conference, accusing Luxon of failing to show appropriate leadership in handling the situation. He said the issue could have been resolved within 24 hours and described allowing it to drag on over the weekend as "unbelievable". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 min
  • National’s Andrew Bayly speaks following his resignation for 'inappropriate behaviour'

    National’s Andrew Bayly speaks following his resignation for 'inappropriate behaviour'
    Feb 24 2025
    National’s Andrew Bayly has resigned as a minister this morning after what he described as an "animated discussion" escalated, resulting in him placing a hand on a member of staff. Bayly called his behaviour "inappropriate" and expressed deep regret. He stated that he has taken personal responsibility for his actions, which is why he decided to step down. Bayly also confirmed that he has apologised to the staff member involved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 min
  • Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr speaks after cutting the OCR

    Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr speaks after cutting the OCR
    Feb 19 2025
    As widely predicted, the Reserve Bank has cut the official cash rate by 50 basis points to 3.75%, the lowest level in two years. RBNZ Governor Adrian Orr held a press conference following the decision, stating that the cut reflects the ongoing decline in inflation and their confidence that this trend will continue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 min
  • 'Not the Kiwi way': Post-Cabinet press conference - Mon, Feb 17

    'Not the Kiwi way': Post-Cabinet press conference - Mon, Feb 17
    Feb 17 2025
    Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Conservation Minister Tama Potaka have announced that $30 million from the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy will fund over a dozen projects aimed at boosting tourism and biodiversity. $11 million will go toward managing infrastructure at some of New Zealand's most popular visitor sites, while $19 million will go into protecting biodiversity by reducing the spread of invasive species. The announcement was made at the regular post-Cabinet press conference, where the Prime Minister was also questioned about the recent Destiny Church protests. He said he thought the protesters crossed the line, and that it was "not the Kiwi way." Luxon also said that the Government would consider reviewing the church's charitable status "in due course". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 min
  • 'I'm not interested in those political sideshows': Post-Cabinet press conference - Mon, Feb 10

    'I'm not interested in those political sideshows': Post-Cabinet press conference - Mon, Feb 10
    Feb 10 2025
    Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop have announced that the Government will host an international investment summit for around 100 high-profile investors, business leaders, and construction companies from around the world. The summit will be held on March 13 and 14, and aims to "highlight partnership opportunities for overseas investment". Following the announcement, Luxon faced questions from the media about ACT Party leader David Seymour driving a Land Rover up the steps of Parliament, to which he responded "I'm not interested in those political sideshows". He was also questioned about Seymours letter in support of Philip Polkinghorne, and the Cook Islands - China deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 min
  • David Seymour speaks at Waitangi.

    David Seymour speaks at Waitangi.
    Feb 4 2025
    Despite being asked to stay away, ACT party leader David Seymour has spoken at Waitangi. As Seymour began to speak, men on the paepae stood then turned their backs on him. His microphone was then taken by Aperahama Edwards. He was given a new one, which was taken again. *Audio has been left as it was live, with the gaps in David Seymours speech due to his microphone being taken away.* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 min