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Politics Central

Newstalk ZB
New Zealand
Auckland
United States
New Zealand First
National Party
Labour Party
Act Party
Christopher Luxon
Ukraine
NCEA
Strait Of Hormuz
New Zealand Mineral Resources
Kiwisaver
Auckland, New Zealand
Russia
Iran
Education Policy
Police
IPCA
Marsden Point

Newstalk ZB serves up what you need to know, on all things politics at home, and abroad. The show reviews, previews, analyses and challenges the biggest political issues of the week, with all the big players.

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Latest Episodes

It's all go at NZ First, after the party wrapped up it's annual convention with a string of policy announcements.

Party Leader Winston Peters said he's focused on making sure New Zealand gets the most out of it's natural resources, likening NZ to ... more

National have announced a post-election policy looking at consent laws.

It aims to better define consent as the presence of a 'yes', rather than the lack of a 'no'.

Labour responded accusing National of walking away from a bipartisan agreement to... more

Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, visited Auckland to meet with Prime Minister Chris Luxon yesterday.

The two exchanged warm words, attended a business conference together, and agreed to elevate the countries' relationship to that of a strategi... more

Yesterday's Strategic Partnership with India means we've elevated our relationship to more than just a bilateral affair.

We've set out a goal to double two-way trade by 2030, expressed interest in other sectors like tourism, farming, and sport, and... more

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Wayne Brown
Mayor of Auckland
Auckland Council
Episode: Wayne Brown: City-to-city relationships are the future of trade
Anne-Marie Brady
Canterbury University Professor, geopolitical expert
Canterbury University
Episode: Anne-Marie Brady: Geopolitical Commentator on the fish hooks of partnering with larger countries
Todd McClay
Trade Minister for New Zealand
National Party
Episode: Todd McClay: Trade Minister on National's new trade-focused election policy
Edwin Paul
Chair of the India New Zealand Business Council
India New Zealand Business Council
Episode: Edwin Paul: Chair of India New Zealand Business Council on India FTA, Modi's visit and Winston Peter's comments
Nicole McKee
New ACT Party deputy leader, former cabinet minister for courts and firearms policy advocate
ACT Party
Episode: Nicole McKee: New ACT Deputy Leader explains party's goals ahead for elections
Adam Pearse
New Zealand Herald Deputy Political Editor
New Zealand Herald
Episode: Adam Pearse: NZ Herald deputy political editor on Chris Luxon's visit to Australia
Chris Penk
Defence Minister of New Zealand
New Zealand Government
Episode: Chris Penk: Defence Minister on increasing military spend to align with partners
Andrew Hoggard
Biosecurity Minister and ACT MP
New Zealand Government / ACT Party
Episode: Andrew Hoggard: Biosecurity Minister announces $79 million to axe wilding pines
Al Gillespie
International law professor
Episode: Al Gillespie: Vladimir Putin suggests the war is coming to an end

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Tim
Host of Weekend Collective on Newstalk ZB; frequent moderator and commentator on politics and current affairs

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

"Best job I've ever had": Education minister on increasing passing rates
Q: How confident are you in the different assessment approaches (internal vs external) as AI becomes more prominent?
External exams remain the more robust form of assessment; while AI presents challenges, ensuring external moderation and appropriate supports for learners with additional needs is essential to preserve reliability and equity in outcomes.
"Best job I've ever had": Education minister on increasing passing rates
Q: So, what was the main driving force behind that uptick in results?
The main driving force was the co-requisite in literacy and numeracy, with a singular focus from the government and teachers on getting kids across the line, supported by targeted funding for schools with the greatest needs and a shift in priorities toward reading, writing, and maths.
Anne-Marie Brady: Geopolitical Commentator on the fish hooks of partnering with larger countries
Q: What was your initial reaction to the partnership yesterday?
The guest notes that while there are benefits to diversifying away from dependence on a single large partner, the arrangement also brings caveats and potential trade-offs that require careful navigation of power dynamics and regional security concerns.
Todd McClay: Trade Minister on National's new trade-focused election policy
Q: What is the scale and intent behind the 'one billion customers' concept?
It frames a shift from country-by-country deals to a wider, market-driven approach aimed at growing New Zealand's exports across a broader global customer base, with specific targets in place for key regions and sectors.
Nicole McKee: New ACT Deputy Leader explains party's goals ahead for elections
Q: Okay. That makes me very curious all of a sudden. But anyway, look, you're stepping into Brooke Van Velden's shoes. How different are you going to be?
I don't think I'll be hugely different in values, but I will be more focused on the party side—supporting our candidates and pushing through the policies we've pursued, especially aiming to gain the party vote to strengthen the government.

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This show centers political analysis and policy discussion with a focus on New Zealand's national politics, elections, and energy policy, often featuring high-profile former leaders, ministerial figures, economists, and policy experts. Episodes tend to unpack government strategy, coalition dynamics, regulatory reforms, and the economic implications of policy choices, with a mix of live panels and in-depth interviews. Notable threads across recent episodes include governance and coalition dynamics, energy security and renewables, and the role of government in supporting major events and regional development. The format appears to blend sharp political critique with practical policy context, useful for listeners who want to understand how dec... more

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