James Shaw
Greens’ James Shaw on National's net zero by 2050 pledge
Staying with climate emissions. National says it's committing to "net zero by 2050" - even though scientists are urging governments to get into action and set climate targets for the next ten years… Audio
Green Party 'incensed' at National's climate dividend
Green Party co-leader James Shaw is "incensed" that the National Party wants to divert $2.3 billion allocated to climate change.
National has proposed a "climate dividend" - which they say would… Audio
Green Party place emphasis on low-emission transport options
The Green Party is focusing on low-emission transport, resilient urban planning, and access to nature in its new "Climate-safe Communities" policy.
Key proposals include building light rail in… Audio
Green Party announces Clean Power Payment policy
The Green Party says the solution to the financial struggles of New Zealanders, as well as climate change, is staring us in the face.
The Party has announced its Clean Power Payment policy which… Audio
James Shaw on BlackRock climate investment fund
Let's continue this conversation about BlackRock and the climate investment fund with co-leader of the Green Party - James Shaw. Audio
National security briefing: prepare for the unpredictable
The Intelligence and Security Committee has received a briefing on long-term national security threats which has incorporated a public survey and public consultation which found New Zealanders… Audio
'Ultimately it is very serious' - James Shaw on Kiri Allan crash
Kiri Allan has resigned from all her ministerial portfolios after being taken into custody following a car crash in Wellington last night.
In a statement this morning, the Prime Minister has… Audio
Greens won't compromise on wealth tax
The Green Party says the decision to rule out a wealth tax could hurt their willingness to work with Labour.
Yet according to current polling, Labour would need the Greens to form a government.
… Audio
Labour's tax announcement puts coalitions on shaky ground
The Prime Minister is being accused of both cynicism and arrogance over his decision not to introduce a wealth tax or capital gains tax as long as he is leader.
Labour's potential coalition partners… Audio
Greens launch election year manifesto
It's been a big week for the Greens - the party held its conference over the weekend, and released its election year manifesto. That includes policies they're campaigning on - like banning new fossil… Audio
Greens unveil election manifesto
The Green Party says the next three months will be a fight for the future of Aotearoa, as it unveils its election manifesto.
Members gathered in Auckland for the party's AGM over the weekend, and… Audio
Greens: new money for poverty is a start
The Green Party's getting in election mode, with its campaign launch for the Dunedin and Taieri electorates at the weekend. And it's been a busy week in politics, with the government giving financial… Audio
Emissions Trading Scheme in line for major overhaul
The country's most important tool for combatting climate change could be in line for a major overhaul, amid concerns the Emissions Trading Scheme is not doing enough to stop businesses polluting.
The… Audio
Greens co-leader on gang tensions, emission prices and tax
Several schools are closed, public transport is shut and there is an increased police presence in and around Opotiki as Mongrel Mob Barbarians farewell boss Steven Taiatini, who died after an incident… Audio
Greens promise radical tax shakeup
The Green Party is promising a radical shake up of the tax system if elected this year, with a guaranteed income, a wealth tax, and a higher top tax rate.
Green Party co-leader James Shaw says taxes… Audio
Greens: National dog-whistling over bi-lingual road signs
Joining us now is Green Party co-leader James Shaw. Audio
James Shaw on $300mil emissions-slashing plan
A new Electric Arc Furnace will be built at NZ Steel's Glenbrook Steel Mill.
Climate Change Minister James Shaw says it is a big step towards cutting the pollution that causes climate change.
It… Audio
'Incremental' climate funding a politcal choice - Greens
The Green Party says the government is making a political choice not to move faster on climate change. It has applauded the $1.5 billion dollars allocated in this year's Budget to cutting greenhouse… Audio
Green's James Shaw angry about building codes for accommodation
Now we're going to hear from James Shaw - co-leader of the Green Party. First of all we just wanted to take a moment to reflect on the hostel tragedy in Wellington - in a small country everyone gets… Audio
Greens: pleased with changes to Clean Car rebate
Dawn raids tactics are still happening, despite the government's apology for the 1970s raids. This comes as Immigration admitted carrying out at least 18 out-of-hour visits to people it referred to as… Audio