1While a number of industrial disputes took place around New Zealand this week, the Employers' Federation called for a complete overhaul of the wage fixing system before the next wage round in September. Although the Government has said this is not possible, it is showing concern about how it can change the system, without alienating its traditional supporters - workers. Interview with Minister of Labour Stan Rodger.
2National Party President Sue Wood has been strongly criticised by many members of the party in the last few weeks. There have been constant calls for her resignation. This week she announced that she will not stand for re-election to the Presidency of the National Party. Interview with Sue Wood about her decision not to stand for re-election, as well as the turbulent affairs surrounding the calling of the July 1984 snap election.