95bFM: Political Commentary

This week Max Harris speaks to Rachel about the fall out of the Government's budget and the rise of protest action across Aotearoa.

Dr Lara Greaves gives us some Political Commentary about Budget day, and strike action across the motu.

Max Harris speaks to Rachel about the pre-budget speech from National, David MacLeod being stood down but still chairing the fast track approval bill committee and protests across Aotearoa Universities supporting divestment and calls for action to support Palestine. Whakarongo mai nei!

Max Harris speaks to Rachel about Mark Mitchell’s prison conference, the government considering removing same day enrolment on election day and discussions about tikanga being taught to law students.

Dr Lara Greaves gives us some Political Commentary on the rolling of two ministers, recent polls and a potential payrise for MPs.

Marc Daalder gives us some Political Commentary about the Resource Management Amendment Bill, Warner Brothers/ Stuff deal and the Wellington tunnel plan.

Max Harris gives us some Political Commentary about cuts to the public sector and disability funding, Winston Peters’ speech to the UN about Gaza, and popularity of the PM.

Marc Daalder gives us some Political Commentary about Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's layout of the priority list for the next three months, as well as the budget forcasting set out for 2024.

Rachel speaks with Associate Professor Dr Lara Greaves about the Budget Policy Statement from the government, reviews in the tertiary sector and communications regarding disability allowance cuts.

Max Harris gives us some Political Commentary about Kāinga Ora, fast track consent bill and Auckland Council's long term plan.