From bouquets in Australia to brickbats back at home. Audrey Young looks at why John Key should be concerned at reaction by Maori to his Waitangi Tribunal comments.

John Key has admitted 'it's going to be a long two and a half years' when it comes to political partnerships.

Politics editor Audrey Young is with Prime Minister John Key on his trip to the US. Read the latest on his visit.

The Pentagon has agreed to send a group of Marines to NZ next year after an invitation from the Govt.

Although there is still some sensitivity within Pentagon, PM says the idea makes sense.

As John Key prepares for a White House visit next week, New Zealand's Pacific role is growing in value.