1As well as being the end of the 2013 season, it has been decided that this will be the final episode of The Nation - the show will not return next year. The final programme consists of a look back at some of the best interviews and stories that The Nation has produced during its four years on air. It looks at the programme's coverage of: The Arts; Sport; Employment, Regional Issues; Leadership; Innovation; Politics; The Media
2Long-time political commentator Colin James talks about the political stories that have dominated the news over the past four years and considers the reasons why Prime Minister John Key's popularity remains so high.
3Media Panel A look back at the big media stories of the year: including; the resignation of United Future Leader Peter Dunne; and the infidelity of Auckland Mayor Len Brown with Bevan Chuang. A look back at some of the best moments of mainstream journalism as well, including: Native Affairs Mihingarangi Forbes' investigation into the Kohanga Reo Trust; The Press's coverage of post-earthquake Christchurch.
4Presenter Rachel Smalley presents a closing statement on behalf of The Nation's team, and farewells viewers for the final time.