Jonathan Coleman
Aim and fire? Public service targets return amid job cuts
Public Service Targets are set for a comeback but with job cuts looming over ministries and agencies, unions fear public servants are only being asked to do more with less.
Originally introduced by… Audio
Ex-MP Jonathan Coleman on another National leadership spill
Former National MP and Minister Dr Jonathan Coleman knows what it's like to take a tilt for at the leadership.
He threw his hat in the ring in 2016 after John Key announced he was resigning. Back… Video, Audio
Election 2020: Surge of Green support in latest political poll
There has been a surge in support for Greens in the latest 1 News Colmar Brunton political poll, which shows Labour needing their support to govern.
The poll shows Labour with 46 percent, National 31… Video, Audio
Small bounce back for National in political poll since Muller's takeover
National's change in leader has helped the party claw back some political points.
The latest 1News Colmar Brunton poll has revealed a boost for the party - but it's still not enough for them to win… Video, Audio
Private healthcare co hopes to expand treatment options
Private hospital operator Acurity is looking to broaden the range of medical services it offers. Audio
Swearing in the House
A new MP has been swearing in the House but nobody minded, in fact, they applauded it. Video, Audio
PM out campaigning 10 days ahead of due date
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was busy with selfies and hugs when she campaigned in Northcote today with Labour candidate Shanan Halbert, just days before her due date. Video, Audio
Green Party to stand in Northcote by-election
The Green Party has decided to stand a candidate in the upcoming Northcote by-election. That will be held in June and was triggered by the resignation of National's Jonathan Coleman, who won the seat… Audio
Govt 'out of step' on Syria - Simon Bridges
Over the weekend Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern responded to the strikes on Syria, saying: "We accept why the US and others have taken the military action that they have," she said. "Our view is though… Audio
Coleman gives valedictory speech amid govt attacks
Outgoing National MP Jonathan Coleman is defending his record as Health Minister on the way out the door of Parliament.
Former, current Ministers had general warnings about Middlemore
District health boards in Auckland and Northland warned the current and former health ministers about the poor state of hospital buildings in the region.
Coleman defends legacy as he leaves Parliament
The outgoing National MP Jonathan Coleman is defending his record as Health Minister, while debate rages on about funding for public services. The coalition government is softening up the electorate… Audio
Former Health Minister defends record as he bows out of Parliament
Jonathan Coleman's last fortnight in politics has focussed on what he knew, and when, about the condition of buildings at Middlemore Hospital. He spoke to Political Editor Jane Patterson. Audio
Coleman says documents show he didn't know about hospital rot
The former Health Minister says documents show he was not warned about rotting buildings at Middlemore Hospital in South Auckland.
'I'm leaving politics': Coleman refuses to discuss hospital mould
Labour's pointing the finger at National, saying the problem at Middlemore should have been addressed by the previous government. Health Minister David Clark declined to appear on the programme but on… Audio
Middlemore leaky buildings: Health Ministers in dark
Both the current and former Health Ministers say they were kept in the dark about the extent of the leaky and buildings at Middlemore Hospital. Health Minister David Clark says he's had some frank… Audio
National MP Jonathan Coleman to quit politics
The National Party MP for Northcote has announced he's stepping down to take on a new gig.
Where to for cannabis bills?
Two bills that would ease access to medicinal cannabis have come before the House this week but with very different outcomes. What happens now? Audio
Dhb deficit $117.5m, but not finalised – Coleman
Health Minister Jonathan Coleman says the combined dhb deficit for the 16/17 year is $117.5m and the audited result is unlikely to change. But Checkpoint understands it could be much higher. Video, Audio
Health Minister responds to 'unacceptable' delays at Dunedin Hospital
Southland District Health Board's chief medical officer is so worried about cancer patients' treatment delays, he's offered to resign if things don't improve. Health Minister Jonathan Coleman says the… Audio