A buy-Australian campaign in two Australian supermarket chains is a sobering lesson for the Green Party and anyone else in New Zealand who advocates the same thing here.

Prime Minister John Key arrived to a mixed reception at the Big Gay Out, wearing a yellow polo shirt, with some voices shouting "we want Lorde, not you" as he made his way to the stage.

Rain didn't deter the hundreds who attended the dawn service at the Treaty grounds at Waitangi this morning. The service, overseen by Bishop Kito Pikaahu, began shortly after 5am today after National and Labour party ministers were again led on to the marae by veteran Maori activist Titewhai Harawira.

A scuffle broke out at Te Tii Marae at Waitangi today when Governor-General Lieutenant General Sir Jerry Mateparae and his wife were making their way onto the marae, welcomed by Titewhai Harawira ahead of Waitangi Day celebrations.

Auckland Mayor Len Brown has been quizzed on his affair with Bevan Chuang during his first Mayor in the Chair outing for the year. About 20 locals and a large contingent of media gathered at Pukekohe Library today to raise issues with Mr Brown at the regular chats he holds in communities across Auckland.

Labour leader David Cunliffe has defended himself against accusations he misled the public over his party's proposed $60-a-week child payment scheme.

As part of Career14, Green Party co-leader Russel Norman answers questions about his career and the Green’s policies on jobs and employment.

As part of Career14 Herald careers editor Greg Fleming sat down with Labour leader David Cunliffe to learn a little more about his own career and his vision for jobs and employment as we enter election year.

As part of Career14 Herald careers editor Greg Fleming sat down with Labour leader David Cunliffe to learn a little more about his own career and his vision for jobs and employment as we enter election year.

The Government's creation of new roles in NZ schools - including 'executive principals' and 'expert teachers' - has been cautiously welcomed by the teaching profession. The change was announced today by Prime Minister John Key in a state of the nation-style speech in Auckland.

Prime Minister John Key says National could work with Winston Peters and NZ First after this year's election.

Prime Minister John Key joins Newstalk ZB's Leighton Smith in studio to chat about John Banks leaving politics, who could replace him as ACT leader, and Colin Craig and the Conservative Party.

Prime Minister John Key said his decision for Sir Doug Graham to retain his knighthood was a difficult one to make, but he believes the decision he has made is the right one.

Prime Minister John Key today has made a statement in regard to any involvement NZ may have in aiding allied spying. 'We just don't discuss what activities we undertake, other than to give people categorical assurance what we do is legal and any activities we undertake are always with the intention of assuring we protect both New Zealanders and the security of our country and our intellectual property.

Len Brown spoke of the love and support of his wife Shan Inglis after being sworn in as Mayor of Auckland last night, but there was little in the way of a connection between the couple. Mr Brown appeared awkward and fidgety through the evening and endured shouts of "shame" from a small, but vocal group of protesters as he was being sworn in for a second term.

Len Brown says he's humiliated his family with his two year affair, but he intends to stay on as Auckland's mayor. Courtesy: Campbell Live

Bevan Chuang alleged to have had an affair with Auckland mayor Len Brown speaks about the success of the night market. Credit: Anuja Nadkarni

High-profile Kiwis have backed calls for the Government to release the draft text of an international agreement which they say could curb New Zealanders' internet freedom and intellectual property rights. Courtesy: YouTube/LiveNewsNZ

New leader of the Labour Party David Cunliffe addresses the media as he announces plans to elect the deputy leader tomorrow.

Labour leadership candidate Grant Robertson says he is disappointed to lose to David Cunliffe but the new party leader has his "100 per cent loyalty".

Prime Minister John Key has stopped short of pledging military and moral support to nations considering military strikes on Syria after the US said it had proof the regime used sarin gas against its citizens.

Deputy leader of the Labour Party Grant Robertson has not ruled out a leadership bid after David Shearer stepped down from the position this afternoon but he has praised the hard work of Shearer during his time as leader.

New Zealand First leader Winston Peters says he has evidence the police wanted to access his phone records during the teapot tape investigation.

Former Prime Minister and now Administrator of the United Nations Development Program Helen Clark talks with Political Editor for the New Zealand Herald Audrey Young about her thoughts on the current status of the Labour Party & the party leader David Shearer.

Former Prime Minister and now Administrator of the United Nations Development Program Helen Clark talks with Political Editor for the New Zealand Herald Audrey Young about her thoughts on the GSCB & Spying in NZ.

Prime Minister John Key says that the new GCSB bill will actually narrow the scope of the GCSB in it's current form and doesn't extend it. He believes the bill is being misunderstood. He also made comments about the proposed Sky City Convention Center

The Wednesday free-for-all in which MPs can make five minute speeches on anything they like, or anything they can convince their party whips should get an airing. Robertson was followed by National minister Steven Joyce, not quite as funny but not bad response to a cleverly crafted speech by Robertson. Joyce concluded by saying Robertson's ''audition" had got more laughs in five minutes than his leader has had in 18 months.

The day after Labour leadership coup rumours swept through social media, deputy leader of the party Grant Robertson delivered a rousing speech in Parliament.

Labour has dropped its controversial plan to hold some women-only selections after its leader David Shearer asked for it to be withdrawn. Mr Shearer said the NZ Council had agreed to withdraw the proposal, dubbed the 'man ban', which would have allowed some electorates to block men from seeking selection as a candidate.

Prime Minister John key Wishes the new Australian PM Kevin Rudd the best.