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Parliament - Live Stream and Question Time

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New Zealand
New Zealand Parliament
New Zealand Economy
New Zealand Government
Economic Growth
Pay Equity
Cost Of Living
Inflation
Homelessness
Budget 2024
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Child Poverty
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Tourism
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Reserve Bank
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Unemployment

New Zealand Parliament - live streaming audio from Parliament (during sitting times) and listen-again audio from Question Time. Go to the footer of this page to find the link and frequencies to listen live. When Parliament is not sitting, this frequency carries the Southern Star programme from the Radio Rhema Broadcast Group. To discover when Parliament is and is not sitting, visit the Parliamenta... more

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Questions to Ministers ORIINI KAIPARA to the Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety: Does she stand by her statement that the Government's health and safety reforms will "better protect workers and support a continued reduction in serious workpl... more

Questions to Ministers DAN BIDOIS to the Minister of Finance: What recent reports has she seen on the economy? Rt Hon CHRIS HIPKINS to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? TIM COSTLEY to the Minister respo... more

Questions to Ministers Rt Hon CHRIS HIPKINS to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? RYAN HAMILTON to the Minister of Finance: What impact will resource management reform have on the economy? TAKUTA FERRIS ... more

Questions to Ministers TAMATHA PAUL to the Minister of Housing: Is he concerned by the Salvation Army's finding that more people are becoming homeless for the first time alongside an entrenched pattern of repeat homelessness; if so, what will he do t... more

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Volume?

    Great to have these online so quickly, but why is the volume so low? Using standard iPhone earphones with the volume turned all the way up it can still be hard to hear at times. (same problem with the RNZ iPhone app too)

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Listeners appreciate the direct access to questions and the tempo of Question Time.
The live Q&A format provides timely insights into policy decisions and ministerial reasoning.
Coverage of Budget 2026 topics is particularly relevant for professionals tracking government priorities.
Volume and audio balance can be an issue, though content quality and urgency remain strong.

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#4
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#75
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Oral Questions for Tuesday 21 July 2026
Q: What steps are being taken to strengthen New Zealand's capital markets?
A reform agenda is underway including easing listing barriers, modernising rules, and expanding opportunities for investment with public consultation.
Oral Questions for Tuesday 21 July 2026
Q: What is the major driver of inflation today?
Council rates are cited as a major driver of inflation, with other shocks acknowledged but the focus on domestic factors remains.
Oral Questions for Tuesday 21 July 2026
Q: Is food cheaper or more expensive today than three years ago when reducing the cost of living was a priority?
Food inflation is reported to be much lower now (2.5%), compared with a 12.5% peak under the previous government.
Oral Questions for Tuesday 21 July 2026
Q: Does the Prime Minister stand by all of his government's statements and actions?
Yes, the Prime Minister confirms alignment with the government's statements and actions.
Oral Questions for Thursday 2 July 2026
Q: Question 3, does the Ministry of Health's interpretation of Treaty obligations inform day-to-day work, and what about criticisms of health targets?
The Minister confirms the principles continue to inform health decision-making, and defends health targets, noting improvements in wait times and immunisation while acknowledging ongoing work to meet targets.

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A live parliamentary Q&A-focused program delivers real-time questions to ministers and the Prime Minister during sitting days, with coverage of governance, policy reform, budget implications, and public service matters. Episodes commonly emphasize housing, energy, transport, health, education, and regulatory reform, often spotlighting cost-of-living concerns and policy trade-offs. The format is fast-paced and data-driven, featuring ministers' responses, cross-questioning, and occasional references to legislative processes, making it valuable for policymakers, public affairs professionals, and politically engaged listeners. A standout trait is the consistent, transparent access to live Question Time, plus occasional commentary on budget prio... more

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Parliament launched 20 years ago and published 64 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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