New Zealand politics kicks off this year under the shadow of a looming general election.

From a continued cost of living crisis and economic recovery to Treaty debates and tensions between coalition partners, this year will see a mixed bag from the Beehive.

It comes off the back of a major push for economic growth in 2025, with RMA reform and fast-track approvals dominated headlines.

But, will all that pay off?

Today on The Front Page, we dive into where each party stands, what they’ve announced thus far, and what the election campaign could bring us with Newstalk ZB political reporter Ethan Griffiths.

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You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.

Host: Chelsea Daniels
Editor/Producer: Richard Martin
Producer: Jane Yee

New Zealand politics kicks off this year under the shadow of a looming general election.
From a continued cost of living crisis and economic recovery to Treaty debates and tensions between coalition partners, this year will see a mixed bag from the Beehive.
It comes off the back of a major push for economic growth in 2025, with RMA reform and fast-track approvals dominated headlines.
But, will all that pay off?
Today on The Front Page, we dive into where each party stands, what they&rsquo;ve announced thus far, and what the election campaign could bring us with Newstalk ZB political reporter Ethan Griffiths.
Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.
Host: Chelsea Daniels Editor/Producer: Richard Martin Producer: Jane Yee

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Go beyond the headlines with The Front Page, the New Zealand Herald’s daily news analysis podcast. Each weekday Chelsea Daniels unpacks the stories shaping Aotearoa, from what’s happening in our own backyard to global events shaping our future. Every episode we speak to leaders, experts, reporters, and those living the story, so you get the full picture. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode.

Go beyond the headlines with The Front Page, the New Zealand Herald&rsquo;s daily news analysis podcast. Each weekday Chelsea Daniels unpacks the stories shaping Aotearoa, from what&rsquo;s happening in our own backyard to global events shaping our future. Every episode we speak to leaders, experts, reporters, and those living the story, so you get the full picture. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode.

The one word shaping this year's political battle for the Beehive

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A major online security breach has raised questions about how safe our private information is online.

Manage My Health’s health portal systems were compromised over the New Year, putting the data of over 120,000 users at risk.

We check in with internet security expert, Blackveil’s Adam Burns, who immediately identified flaws in the website – which isn’t unusual for Kiwi domains.

But first on The Front Page, NZ Herald senior reporter David Fisher has been following the breach, and will break down what happened, and who is behind it.

Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.

Host: Chelsea Daniels
Editor/Producer: Richard Martin
Producer: Jane Yee

A major online security breach has raised questions about how safe our private information is online.
Manage My Health&rsquo;s health portal systems were compromised over the New Year, putting the data of over 120,000 users at risk.
We check in with internet security expert, Blackveil&rsquo;s Adam Burns, who immediately identified flaws in the website &ndash; which isn&rsquo;t unusual for Kiwi domains.
But first on The Front Page, NZ Herald senior reporter David Fisher has been following the breach, and will break down what happened, and who is behind it.
Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.
Host: Chelsea Daniels Editor/Producer: Richard Martin Producer: Jane Yee

Manage My Health: What we know about hacker and ransom demand

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Mark Mitchell has heralded the government’s promise to be tough on crime.

He’s been incredibly clear from the get-go that his primary goal is to make New Zealand an uncomfortable place for gangs to operate.

He holds five portfolios: Police, Corrections, Emergency Management and Recovery, Ethnic Communities, and Sports and Recreation.

So, how does an MP with so many hats feel about how his government has tackled the big issues?

Today on The Front Page, Mitchell joins us to talk cops, corrections, and communities.

Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.

Host: Chelsea Daniels
Editor/Producer: Richard Martin
Producer: Jane Yee

Mark Mitchell has heralded the government&rsquo;s promise to be tough on crime.
He&rsquo;s been incredibly clear from the get-go that his primary goal is to make New Zealand an uncomfortable place for gangs to operate.
He holds five portfolios: Police, Corrections, Emergency Management and Recovery, Ethnic Communities, and Sports and Recreation.
So, how does an MP with so many hats feel about how his government has tackled the big issues?
Today on The Front Page, Mitchell joins us to talk cops, corrections, and communities.
Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.
Host: Chelsea Daniels Editor/Producer: Richard Martin Producer: Jane Yee

Reissue: Mark Mitchell on police trust, protests, and protecting minorities

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Act Party leader David Seymour will become New Zealand’s deputy prime minister tomorrow, taking over from Winston Peters.

He will be the 19th person to be the country’s second in command.

First elected to Parliament in 2014 – the last decade and a bit has seen Seymour’s meteoric rise from being his party’s sole MP to now sitting alongside 10 colleagues after Act’s best ever result in the 2023 election.

That result has allowed him to push through big changes around issues like regulation and government spending – but championing legislation such as the Treaty Principles Bill has also made him a lightning rod for controversy and backlash.

Today on The Front Page, Seymour joins us to talk his new role, backlash, regulations – and his thoughts on the opposition.

Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.

Host: Chelsea Daniels
Sound Engineer/Producer: Richard Martin
Producer: Ethan Sills

Act Party leader David Seymour will become New Zealand&rsquo;s deputy prime minister tomorrow, taking over from Winston Peters.
He will be the 19th person to be the country&rsquo;s second in command.
First elected to Parliament in 2014 &ndash; the last decade and a bit has seen Seymour&rsquo;s meteoric rise from being his party&rsquo;s sole MP to now sitting alongside 10 colleagues after Act&rsquo;s best ever result in the 2023 election.
That result has allowed him to push through big changes around issues like regulation and government spending &ndash; but championing legislation such as the Treaty Principles Bill has also made him a lightning rod for controversy and backlash.
Today on The Front Page, Seymour joins us to talk his new role, backlash, regulations &ndash; and his thoughts on the opposition.
Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.
Host: Chelsea Daniels Sound Engineer/Producer: Richard Martin Producer: Ethan Sills

Reissue: David Seymour talks Opposition, regulation and backlash as he becomes Deputy Prime Minister

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The one word shaping this year's political battle for the Beehive

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