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Our weekly catch-up with The Labour Party's Shanan Halbert, every Thursday on The Wire.

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“Block the Ban” Protest, UN Report Critical of the Government on Māori Rights, and Lower Targets for Methane Emissions Against Official Advice w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 11 December, 2025

 “Block the Ban” Protest, UN Report Critical of the Government on Māori Rights, and Lower Targets for Methane Emissions Against Official Advice w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 11 December, 2025 “Block the Ban” Protest, UN Report Critical of the Government on Māori Rights, and Lower Targets for Methane Emissions Against Official Advice w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 11 December, 2025, 9.57 MB
Thu 11 Dec 2025

On Sunday, “Block the Ban” held a protest against the government’s decision to ban new prescriptions of puberty blockers for young people with gender dysphoria.

The United Nations’ committee for the Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Racial Discrimination has released a report warning that New Zealand is at serious risk of weakening Māori rights.

And last week, the government rejected the recommended methane emissions targets.

This is despite officials warning against the government doing so, stating that lowering methane emissions targets could increase New Zealand’s contribution to global warming. 

For our weekly catch-up with the Labour Party, Wire Host Caeden spoke to Shanan Halbert about all of these topics.

Labour’s AGM, Scrutiny Week, and the Shortfalls of a Rates Cap w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 4 December, 2025

 Labour’s AGM, Scrutiny Week, and the Shortfalls of a Rates Cap w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 4 December, 2025 Labour’s AGM, Scrutiny Week, and the Shortfalls of a Rates Cap w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 4 December, 2025, 9.37 MB
Thu 4 Dec 2025

Last weekend, the Labour Party hosted their annual general meeting in Auckland.

This week is the second scrutiny week of the year in Parliament, focused on scrutinising Government spending throughout this year. 

And the Government has announced a 4% council rates rise cap.

For our weekly catch-up with the Labour Party, Wie Host Caeden asked Shanan Halber about all of these topics.

The Local Government Restructure, Duncan Webb’s Members Bill to repeal Regulatory Standards Act, and the OCR Cut w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 27 November, 2025

 The Local Government Restructure, Duncan Webb’s Members Bill to repeal Regulatory Standards Act, and the OCR Cut w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 27 November, 2025 The Local Government Restructure, Duncan Webb’s Members Bill to repeal Regulatory Standards Act, and the OCR Cut w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 27 November, 2025, 10.07 MB
Thu 27 Nov 2025

The Government has proposed to abolish regional councils, with city and district councils taking over these duties instead.

Labour Party MP Duncan Webb has introduced a member's bill to repeal the Regulatory Standards Act.

And the Reserve Bank has cut the official cash rate, bringing it to its lowest level in three years in an effort to support economic renewal.

For our weekly catch-up with the Labour Party, Wire Host Caeden spoke to Shanan Halbert about all of these issues.

The Ipsos Survey, the Removal of Treaty Requirements in the Education Act, the Petition for an Under 16s Social Media Ban, and the Banning of Puberty Blockers w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 20 November, 2025

 The Ipsos Survey, the Removal of Treaty Requirements in the Education Act, the Petition for an Under 16s Social Media Ban, and the Banning of Puberty Blockers w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 20 November, 2025 The Ipsos Survey, the Removal of Treaty Requirements in the Education Act, the Petition for an Under 16s Social Media Ban, and the Banning of Puberty Blockers w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 20 November, 2025, 15.05 MB
Thu 20 Nov 2025

The Ipsos New Zealand survey has shown Labour is the most trusted party for eight of the top 10 most important issues to voters. This includes issues like cost of living, healthcare, and the economy. 

The Government has amended the Education and Training Act to remove the requirement for school boards to give effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. 

A petition calling for a minimum age of 16 to access social media has been handed over to Parliament. 

And the Government is halting prescriptions of puberty blockers for young people with gender dysphoria, while continuing to allow them for cisgender young people.

For our weekly catch-up with the Labour Party, Wire Host Caeden spoke to Shanan Halbert about all of these topics.

The Draft Primary and Intermediate School Curricula, The Regulatory Standards Bill, Banning Private Fireworks, and ‘Move-On’ Measures for Rough Sleepers w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 6 November, 2025

 The Draft Primary and Intermediate School Curricula, The Regulatory Standards Bill, Banning Private Fireworks, and ‘Move-On’ Measures for Rough Sleepers w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 6 November, 2025 The Draft Primary and Intermediate School Curricula, The Regulatory Standards Bill, Banning Private Fireworks, and ‘Move-On’ Measures for Rough Sleepers w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 6 November, 2025, 10.38 MB
Thu 6 Nov 2025

The draft primary and intermediate school curricula have received criticism from the Principals Federation and some subject associations.

The controversial Regulatory Standards Bill has passed its second reading, following a six month long select committee process.

New Zealand First is introducing a member's bill to ban the private sale and use of fireworks.

And the Government is considering measures to force rough sleepers out of the Auckland CBD.

For our weekly catch-up with the Labour Party, Wire Host Caeden spoke to Shanan Halbert about all of these topics.

Labour’s ‘New Zealand Future Fund’, new GP funding policy, and today’s ‘Mega strike’ w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 23 October, 2025.

 Labour’s ‘New Zealand Future Fund’, new GP funding policy, and today’s ‘Mega strike’ w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 23 October, 2025. , 10.08 MB
Thu 23 Oct 2025

Labour has launched its first key election policy, a fund that would invest in New Zealand businesses and infrastructure.

Labour’s health spokesperson, Dr Ayesha Verrall, has also released Labour’s policy for a new approach to funding GPs.

And thousands of teachers and healthcare workers are going on strike today, with weather-dependent rallies across Aotearoa. 

For our weekly catch-up with Labour, Wire Host Caeden spoke to Shanan Halbert about all of these topics.

Local Elections Turn Out, Ceasefire in Gaza, and Te Pāti Māori Infighting w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 16 October, 2025

 Local Elections Turn Out, Ceasefire in Gaza, and Te Pāti Māori Infighting w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 16 October, 2025 Local Elections Turn Out, Ceasefire in Gaza, and Te Pāti Māori Infighting w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 16 October, 2025, 10.87 MB
Thu 16 Oct 2025

Only 32.6% of eligible voters voted in local elections, the worst turnout in 36 years. 

Foreign Minister Winston Peters has welcomed the ceasefire in Gaza.

And politicians across the house have criticised Te Pāti Māori for the confusing infighting between members that has played out over the past few days.

For our weekly catch-up with the Labour Party, Wire Host Caeden spoke to Shanan Halbert about all of these issues.

The Mood of the Boardroom and University Reforms w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 25 September, 2025

 The Mood of the Boardroom and University Reforms w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 25 September, 2025 The Mood of the Boardroom and University Reforms w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 25 September, 2025, 12.73 MB
Thu 25 Sep 2025

Yesterday, the New Zealand Herald released their latest “Mood of the Boardroom” survey results, based on the responses from 150 senior business leaders. 

And earlier this month, the Minister for Universities, Dr Shane Reti, announced a series of reforms for tertiary education. 

For our weekly catch-up with the Labour Party, Wire Host Caeden asked Shanan Halbert about both of these topics.

International Desk: The Youth-Led Anti-Corruption Protests in Nepal w/ University of Queensland’s Dr DB Subedi: 18 September, 2025

 International Desk: The Youth-Led Anti-Corruption Protests in Nepal w/ University of Queensland’s Dr DB Subedi: 18 September, 2025 International Desk: The Youth-Led Anti-Corruption Protests in Nepal w/ University of Queensland’s Dr DB Subedi: 18 September, 2025, 14.32 MB
Thu 18 Sep 2025

Last week, thousands of young people began mass protests in Nepal, sparked by a social media ban but over larger frustrations with government corruption.

The protests have led to Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli to resign, especially in the wake of public outrage over the killing of 22 people during the police crackdown on protestors. 

For International Desk, Wire Host Caeden spoke to University of Queensland Lecturer in Political Science Dr DB Subedi about the circumstances behind these protests, how they fit into the wider region, and the misinformation surrounding them.

Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori, Secondary Curriculum Changes, and Latest RNZ-Reid Poll w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 18 September, 2025

 Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori, Secondary Curriculum Changes, and Latest RNZ-Reid Poll w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 18 September, 2025 Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori, Secondary Curriculum Changes, and Latest RNZ-Reid Poll w/ Labour’s Shanan Halbert: 18 September, 2025, 12.18 MB
Thu 18 Sep 2025

This week is the 50-year milestone of Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori. The theme for this week is “ake ake ake - a forever language.”

Last week, the government unveiled a series of new secondary school subjects as part of its curriculum refresh.

And the latest RNZ-Reid Research poll shows Labour ahead of National, but neither party is able to govern on its own. 

For our weekly catch-up with the Labour Party, Wire Host Caeden spoke to Shanan Halbert about all of these topics.