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Focus on Politics

Focus on Politics

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Weekly insight into the political issues that matter from RNZ's gallery team.(C) Radio New Zealand 2026 Politics & Government
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  • Fuel crisis forces rationing plan revisions - just in case

    Fuel crisis forces rationing plan revisions - just in case
    Mar 27 2026

    The fuel crisis has forced responses from the government on supply and cost, but the problem must be handled with care - and perceptions of a lack of support could see National's own support suffer. Labour is refusing to help by offering solutions, a strategy that may backfire. Political Reporter Russell Palmer gauges the parties' handling of a hot-button issue.

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    16 mins
  • Fuel fears rise as government shifts tone

    Fuel fears rise as government shifts tone
    Mar 20 2026

    The coalition is urging calm in face of the war in the Middle East, insisting New Zealand has ample fuel supplies, while quietly exploring targeted cost-of-living relief. But as the price at the pump climbs, so too are the political stakes. RNZ deputy political editor Craig McCulloch breaks down the government's response in this week's Focus on Politics.

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    16 mins
  • Peeni Henare farewells Parliament after 12 years

    Peeni Henare farewells Parliament after 12 years
    Mar 13 2026

    Former Labour MP Peeni Henare has called time on his 12 year career in Parliament. He sits down with political reporter Lillian Hanly to discuss his resignation, and the balancing act of "being Māori" and "being a politician."

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    16 mins
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