It was a busy week for news but two key events seemed to dominate headlines; the signing of the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) and Waitangi Day.
TPP - what you need to know
RNZ's Patrick O'Meara provided an overview of key Trans Pacific Partnership information, including the deal included, what was at stake and what the next steps were.
The TPP protest - how it unfolded
Coverage then included live reporting of the agreement signing and accompanying protests, which blocked the motorway and clogged streets in Auckland.
Thousands march against TPP signing
Joyce defends TPP negotiation methods
TPP merged with Waitangi later in the week, when protesters restricted the Prime Minister's speaking rights at Te Tii Marae. John Key opted not to attend but protests continued in his absence.
Looking ahead - and back - to Waitangi
Finlay Macdonald provided his take on Waitangi Day.
The absurdly grandiose speech season
The Toby's shared their take on the previous weeks' politicking.
'Legalise rape' group plans NZ meetings
Supporters of a website led by a man who says rape should be legalised on private property were invited to meet up in New Zealand.
Canada stops sharing Five Eyes data
Canada's electronic spy agency suspended sharing some of its metadata with its New Zealand counterpart and other partners in the Five Eyes alliance.