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The House

RNZ
New Zealand
Parliament
New Zealand Parliament
Labour Party
Question Time
National Party
Green Party
New Zealand Politics
Treaty Of Waitangi Bill
Auckland
Climate Change
Budget
Regulatory Standards Bill
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Legislation, issues and insights from Parliament.

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Louis heads along to a select committee briefing on Bird Flu, while Phil looks at the hodgepodge of petitions that came up in a special debate this week.

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Three stories on questions and "answers", including Peters' doppelgänger defence, the Speaker's example on Written Questions, and the MBIE inquiry.

RNZ’s The House, with insights into Parliament, legislation and issues, is made with funding from Par... more

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It is hard to pin down a minister in Question Time, when each has a doppelgänger ready to deflect the blame or shoulder the responsibility. Winston Peters this week said more or less 'you should ask the other Winston, here's not here right now'.

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The saga over a cancelled $35 million government project continued this week, with Labour MP Phil Twyford appearing before the committee.

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Nick Blakely
MB Chief Executive
MB (Māori Bank/MB unspecified in transcript)
Episode: Misleading the House? Yes. Deliberately? Maybe
Phil Twyford
Member of Parliament
Labour Party
Episode: Misleading the House? Yes. Deliberately? Maybe
Alison McDonald
MB official
MB
Episode: Misleading the House? Yes. Deliberately? Maybe
Porto Williams
Former Cabinet Minister, first Pacifica MP elected from New Zealand's South Island
New Zealand Parliament
Episode: The women changing Pacific politics
James Barber
Individual submitter from New Zealand
Independent submitter
Episode: No rest for the Justice Committee during sitting break
Cherie Flintoff
Individual submitter from New Zealand
Independent submitter
Episode: No rest for the Justice Committee during sitting break
Dr. Eric Crampton
Chief Economist, New Zealand Initiative
New Zealand Initiative
Episode: What should a parliamentary budget office look like?
Louise Upston
A senior National Party Cabinet Minister and Leader of the House
National Party
Episode: Leader of the House: Juggling a jigsaw puzzle
Jeremy Finn
Law Society representative
Law Society
Episode: Parliament hears submissions on "Samaritan bill"

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Louis Collins
Host of The House

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Highly Informative & a perspective rarely seen.

    This is a highly informative podcast, illuminating how parliament works, what our elective representatives actually do and that the posturing and nastiness highlighted in question time and in media soundbites is only a tiny portion of what goes on. Our politicians actually work cooperatively most of the time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FtVSgM
    New Zealand5 years ago
  • Informative every time

    I always, always learn things from this pod. It does a great job of tackling one particular topic and taking a deep, but brief, dive. It’s relevant no matter how much (or how little) you already know about NZ parliament.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jayyybo
    United States7 years ago

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A strong mix of policy detail and practical implications for governance.
Consistently insightful and approachable for those new to NZ parliamentary processes.
Clear, informative discussions that illuminate how parliament operates.
Useful for sponsors seeking a political-audience with policy-focused interests.

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The women changing Pacific politics
Q: What do you hope that the women go away with at the end of this programme?
The guest anticipates friendships and connections, plus practical learnings and inspiration that encourage ongoing participation and mentorship among Pacific women in politics.
The women changing Pacific politics
Q: What were some of the themes that you talked about in your address to all the female MPs that have come to Wellington?
The host outlines themes around knowing one's why, staying true to values, and preserving conviction even when it means taking a stand against colleagues, emphasizing personal purpose and leadership in Parliament.
What should a parliamentary budget office look like?
Q: How would the Parliamentary Budget Office interact with existing bodies like Treasury?
It would provide independent analysis to Parliament, functioning separately from the Minister of Finance, and would not be a replacement for Treasury but a supplement to improve transparency and accountability.
What should a parliamentary budget office look like?
Q: Can you explain what a fiscal cliff is for listeners?
A fiscal cliff occurs when a program ends but the budgetary effects continue due to ongoing spending, creating a hole in the budget several years out if not accounted for.
Leader of the House: Juggling a jigsaw puzzle
Q: What lessons have you learned about preparing legislation for the House and select committee stages?
Go slow at the start with policy work and careful drafting so that select committees can focus on polishing rather than making fundamental changes, which helps avoid delays.

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This show centers on how Parliament operates, with deep dives into budgeting, committee hearings, and the mechanics of scheduling and accountability. Episodes frequently explore how laws are crafted, how government programs are funded, and how ministers and MPs respond under scrutiny, often featuring experts, MPs, and legal or economic commentators. A notable strength is translating complex legislative processes into accessible discussions, while balancing procedural nuance with real-world implications for policy and governance. The format tends to mix authoritative analysis with firsthand parliamentary perspectives, making it a strong pick for listeners who want insight into policy outcomes, budget trade-offs, and the interplay between pol... more

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2. Phil Twyford
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4. Porto Williams
5. James Barber
6. Cherie Flintoff
7. Dr. Eric Crampton
8. Louise Upston

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