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Live blog: Audrey Young on Key's US trip
Politics editor Audrey Young is with Prime Minister John Key on his trip to the US. Read the latest on his visit.
Marines will receive 'NZ's gratitude'
The Pentagon has agreed to send a group of Marines to NZ next year after an invitation from the Govt.
Audrey Young: Visit by US Coast Guard on agenda
Although there is still some sensitivity within Pentagon, PM says the idea makes sense.
Audrey Young: Pacific party sets tone for better relations
As John Key prepares for a White House visit next week, New Zealand's Pacific role is growing in value.
Audrey Young: Audacious Act takeover an issue for National
The way Rodney Hide has accepted his fate has set an example to the board.
<i>Audrey Young:</i> Goff half-hearted in 'gay gaggle' response
Phil Goff almost seemed amused by Damien O'Connor's remarks, writes Audrey Young.
<i>Audrey Young</i>: Not right for next Governor-General to keep spy agency role
The decision to let Lieutenant General Jerry Mateparae stay on in his role as a senior public servant shows poor judgement.
<i>Audrey Young:</i> Too little too late for Harawira
Hone Harawira's suspension from the Maori Party caucus this afternoon apparently took Harawira by surprise, as it did everyone else.
<i>Audrey Young:</i> Power to the people
Democracy is getting a fighting chance in Tonga writes Audrey Young.
<i>Audrey Young:</i> Little glory for Goff in tight win
Phil Goff and the wider party can take little heart from the result of the Mana byelection apart from keeping the seat in Labour hands.