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The House

RNZ
New Zealand
New Zealand Parliament
Parliament
Labour Party
Question Time
National Party
Green Party
New Zealand Politics
Te Pati Māori
Treaty Of Waitangi Bill
Treaty Principles Bill
Act Party
Auckland
Climate Change
Legislation
Scrutiny Week
Regulatory Standards Bill
Public Service Amendment Bill
Budget
Te Pāti Māori

Legislation, issues and insights from Parliament.

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Latest Episodes

In the interplay between Government and Parliament actions spark reactions, like a political version of Newton’s third law of motion.

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While Judith Collins farewell speech was probably the most notable event in the House this week, a relatively low key motion on Parliament funding was more than notable constitutionally.

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A seemingly dry procedural motion in Parliament this week quietly marked one of the more significant constitutional changes of recent years: how Parliament is funded.

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Labour and National have put aside their usual party divisions this week to reach broad agreement on the issue of online harm faced by young New Zealanders.

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Recent Guests

Lawrence Xunnan
member of the Greens party
Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand
Episode: The constitutional shift you may have missed this week
Phil Twyford
Politician quoted as Labour representative
Labour Party
Episode: Labour and National find common ground on online harm
Palmjee Parmar
Speaker presenting committee perspective
Episode: Labour and National find common ground on online harm
Tama Potaka
Minister in charge of the Conservation Amendment Bill
National Party
Episode: 'Practical change’ or ‘paradigm shift’? MPs debate conservation reform
Catherine Wedd
Member commenting on the reform
National Party
Episode: 'Practical change’ or ‘paradigm shift’? MPs debate conservation reform
Priyanka Radhakrishnan
Labour MP commenting on criticisms
Labour Party
Episode: 'Practical change’ or ‘paradigm shift’? MPs debate conservation reform
Rachel Brookering
Labor MP expressing concerns
Labour Party
Episode: 'Practical change’ or ‘paradigm shift’? MPs debate conservation reform
Chris Penk
Minister of Defence, Space, the Spy Agencies, Building and Construction, Veterans and Associate Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery
Episode: House on Sunday: Learning on the ministerial job
Stacey Wood
Chief Executive, Broadcasting Standards Authority
Broadcasting Standards Authority
Episode: MPs probe BSA’s role in the digital era

Hosts

Louis Collins
Host associated with multiple parliamentary-focused programs, with a background in reporting on House proceedings and parliamentary activity.
Phil Smith
Co-host contributing in-depth discussion and analysis on parliamentary topics and bills.
Kofi Smith
Contributor with involvement in The House conversations and parliamentary coverage.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 42 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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Listeners appreciate the accessible breakdown of complex parliamentary procedures.
Guests and hosts are valued for bringing diverse perspectives across parties.
Content is seen as informative and relevant to NZ governance.
The show is praised for concise, focused discussions on specific bills and reforms.

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House on Sunday: Learning on the ministerial job
Q: But when and if you become a minister, that's an entirely other set of skills. How do you transition? Who teaches you how to do that?
There is learning on the job, briefing from the Cabinet Office, and a period of adjustment where you grasp decision-making processes, disclosures, and gifts rules, while relying on experienced ministers and staff to guide you through the transition.
House on Sunday: Learning on the ministerial job
Q: That is a surprising number of things, really, isn't it?
Yes, it's a large portfolio load, and the minister still has to manage leadership responsibilities and understand how to govern across multiple areas, while learning the workflow and expectations of Parliament.
MPs probe BSA’s role in the digital era
Q: Are there any specific expectations in your work programme delivered in that letter around potential reform?
The response has been to continue working with policy teams and provide expertise, while keeping an eye on evolving legal interpretation and the need for updated regulation.
Question Time begins with a showdown between a Minister and..... a Minister?
Q: What opportunities does this agreement create for businesses and exporters across the Marlborough region?
The deal expands export opportunities for regional producers, including access improvements for agricultural and manufactured goods, with specific benefits noted for kiwifruit exporters and broader regional growth prospects.
Question Time begins with a showdown between a Minister and..... a Minister?
Q: What recent announcement has the government made on economic growth?
The government announced a historic free trade agreement with India, described as a once-in-a-generation deal that will create jobs, raise incomes, and boost export growth by reducing tariffs on most exports; kiwifruit access and regional benefits were highlighted as key positives.

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This program covers parliamentary process, policy debates, and governance through in-depth discussions of current bills, committee work, and political dynamics in New Zealand. Episodes frequently examine how legislation moves, the strategic use of rules, and the balance between public accountability and political maneuvering. A standout aspect is the steady mix of practical policy analysis with human-interest moments from lawmakers and experts, making complex parliamentary mechanics accessible for listeners who want to understand how decisions actually get made in real time. The show also features historians and regulatory perspectives, adding context to constitutional and democratic debates. Potential listeners will likely value clear expl... more

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Recent guests on The House include:

1. Lawrence Xunnan
2. Phil Twyford
3. Palmjee Parmar
4. Tama Potaka
5. Catherine Wedd
6. Priyanka Radhakrishnan
7. Rachel Brookering
8. Chris Penk

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