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A win for Labour and democracy
It is very much to Labour's credit that it has put in place a more democratic set of internal rules, writes Bryan Gould, and "that the outbreak of democracy now applies to the election of the leader."
Claire Trevett: Leadership battle shows protagonists' other sides
Cunliffe supporters are now questioning what he did wrong, given there was no overt leadership challenge, writes Claire Trevett.
Cunliffe denies disloyalty to end
Demoted MP David Cunliffe tried to persuade caucus colleagues he was not trying to undermine David Shearer's leadership in a brutal caucus meeting.
Brian Rudman: It's bold, but Labour housing scheme looks do able
Any young Aucklander seeking to buy a first home, knows from bitter experience that the sainted "market" is failing to deliver homes they can afford, writes Brian Rudman.
Kiwi build solid base for future at last
Editorial: It sounds so simple it raises the question why the present Government has not done it, or the previous Government for that matter,
Cunliffe down but not out
Former allies of Labour MP David Cunliffe have pledged to support Labour leader David Shearer in today's caucus endorsement vote.
John Armstrong: Rival gets message Shape up or ship out of Labour
Anyone still pondering whether David Shearer is innately tough enough to cut it as a leader in the political rough-and-tumble now have their answer, writes John Armstrong.
Editorial: Call for vote from caucus a mistake
Editorial: Strong performance will be David Shearer's only tool in riding out. David Cunliffe challenge. If he imagines the vote will see off a challenge from Cunliffe he is already disappointed.
Shearer calls caucus vote
Labour leader David Shearer has called on his colleagues to endorse his leadership at a caucus vote tomorrow, which he says will show he has its support.
Bryce Edwards: Political round-up: Labour's extraordinary conference
Bloodletting seems assured within the Labour Party, following a rather extraordinary annual conference, writes Bryce Edwards.
Cunliffe backs Shearer as crisis calms
David Cunliffe says he will support Labour leader David Shearer in any immediate caucus vote - but he will not rule out challenging for the leadership in February.
Shearer will call on caucus
Labour's David Shearer will summon his caucus for a confidence vote on his leadership to nip David Cunliffe's ambitions in the bud, and open the way to discipline him.
John Armstrong: Labour has lessons for lemmings on self destruction
To liken Labour's capacity for damaging itself to that of lemmings might seem unkind to lemmings, writes John Armstrong.
Shearer's new direction
Labour leader David Shearer has promised to take New Zealand “in a new direction” under his leadership, speaking at his party’s annual conference today.
John Armstrong: Shearer needs to act fast to secure his role as leader
Cunliffe now needs the backing of only 13 other MPs in the 34-strong Labour caucus to trigger the first party-wide leadership election, writes John Armstrong.
Vote to unseat Shearer
Labour MP David Cunliffe has left little doubt that he intends to overthrow David Shearer as Labour's leader.
Labour votes for change
Labour leader David Shearer’s position is on precarious ground and his rival David Cunliffe is refusing to endorse him.
John Armstrong: Nats have fun with Cunliffe 'conspiracy'
Labour's leadership woes are the gift for National that keeps on giving, writes John Armstrong. "But it will only keep on giving for as long as National is careful not to disturb the unhappy equilibrium."
Josie Pagani: Standing her ground
Political commentator Josie Pagani had a daunting entrance into politics.