Major political parties' lack of policies to redress our love affair with housing has bred frustration in economic circles.

John Key may have been indiscreet in his teacup chat with John Banks, but he's in good company.

Weighty matters are at stake this election, and then there are the issues that Karyn Scherer asked a few well-known people to ponder

Brash's party still preferred partner for CEOs, but Maori and Greens also get a look-in, writes Fran O'Sullivan.