KahuConfident Key points to gains in speech at RatanaJohn Key's performance at Ratana's annual celebrations suggests he is confident National's relationship with the Maori Party is sound.24 Jan 04:30 PM
KahuUnited front presented at RatanaThe National Government and its Maori Party partners presented a united face when Prime Minister John Key visited Ratana Pa this afternoon - a move Mr Key admitted was unexpected.24 Jan 03:00 AM
KahuRatana, Labour historically close - GoffPhil Goff believes Ratana church followers are rallying behind Labour because of wider problems they see in NZ.24 Jan 12:47 AM
KahuTuria unaware of any Harawira leadership hopesMaori party co-leader Tariana Turia says she is "totally unaware" of any leadership aspirations rogue MP Hone Harawira may have.23 Jan 10:41 PM
KahuParental lessons may miss most in needThousands of New Zealand parents are going back to school to learn how to be better parents - but experts still do not know if the multiple programmes are reaching the parents who most need them.16 Jan 04:30 PM
Opinion<i>Matt McCarten:</i> Despite a rocky start, MMP has deliveredWe shouldn't forget the first-past-the-post system twice delivered Robert Muldoon a government with fewer votes than Labour.15 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandMMP's support has shot up in a yearMore than half of all voters support keeping MMP, a new poll shows.12 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandBarry throws hat in the ring for BotanyFormer broadcaster and gardening enthusiast Maggie Barry is putting her name forward for the National Party nomination in the Botany byelection.11 Jan 04:26 AM
New ZealandWikiLeaks: What our politicians didn't want you to knowFormer National Party leader Don Brash was "not unhappy" about losing the 2005 election because it meant he didn't have to work with NZ First.18 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandWayne Mapp to leave ParliamentDefence Minister Wayne Mapp has announced his intention to stand down at the next election.15 Dec 02:59 AM
New ZealandWong inquiry 'not warranted' - AGAuditor-General Lyn Provost says she won't investigate alleged abuse of a Parliamentary travel perk by former minister Pansy Wong. She also said the ministerial expenses system was flawed and needed an overhaul.14 Dec 02:35 AM
New ZealandWong resignation a cover up - GoffPansy Wong's resignation as an MP today is a "cynical political attempt at a cover up", Labour says.13 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandPansy Wong resigns as MPPansy Wong has announced her resignation from Parliament saying the row over her use of her travel perk has been an unfair distraction to the Government and she wants to concentrate on her family.13 Dec 09:33 PM