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Date published: 4:45 pm, July 7th, 2018 - 98 comments

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Politics and your business
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Luxon lies about 54 nurses
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Naked Capitalism by Nat Wilson Turner · Thursday
Luxon set to be rolled after election if he won’t talk to Opportunity
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Non-Classic Classics: Another Reply to Hilary Layne (The Second Story)
I have had cause to write essays in response to Hilary Layne before: https://phuulishfellow.wordpress.com/2026/07/02/the-dawn-of-the-dystopia-the-second-story-and-the-napoleon-of-notting-hill/ https://phuulishfellow.wordpress.com/2026/01/09/the-absence-of-good-a-reply-to-mr-zod/ https://phuulishfellow.wordpress.com/2025/06/09/of-fantasy-babies-and-genre-bathwater-a-reply-to-the-second-story/ I think she’s a bit silly, but at least she’s interestingly silly. And today is no exception. I have stumbled across
A Phuulish Fellow by strda221 · Thursday
Democrats Should Get Behind a National AI Data Center Moratorium
Democrats have an opportunity to take real action on AI data centers to protect people and the environment. But will they take the risk?
Naked Capitalism by Yves Smith · Thursday
Gordon Campbell On The Quiet Death Of Our Independent Foreign Policy
Now that Donald Trump has come out of the closet and made the United States an open ally of Russia against Ukraine, what response can [...]
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Iran War: Iran Hardens Position as Israel Promises Strikes on Energy Infrastructure, US Moves in New Carrier Group; Will Saudis Get Mecca Accord Help?
Today's Iran war news: Pressures grow as Iran takes a harder posture, Israel vows infrastructure destruction, and Turkiye may back the Saudis
Naked Capitalism by Yves Smith · Wednesday
On the Futile Search for the Modern Fountain of Youth
I visited the Fountain of Youth several times as a child. St. Augustine, oldest city of European origin in North America (1565), is full of tourist attractions directed primarily at children, from the Old Jail to Potter’s Wax Museum, to the remarkable Castillo de San Marcos. The latter is the only one that still has […]
Naked Capitalism by KLG · Wednesday
Governor-general appeals to Australians to ‘exercise our muscle of decency’; Haines’ husband reveals MP has lost second leg
The governor-general has called for Australians to ‘choose to be better’ in the wake of the horrific attack on Haines.
The Conversation by Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra · Wednesday
View from The Hill: Mathias Cormann offers blunt advice on countering populism and reforming the economy
In a weekend speech, Cormann delivered a sharp message about surging populism – one both sides of politics would do well to take to heart.
The Conversation by Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra · Wednesday
A Scuff on Your Bag, A Dent in Your Mug – and Suddenly It Feels Like Time for a New One
Why do some people always need new goods, even when the ones they have are just fine?
Naked Capitalism by Yves Smith · Wednesday
KiwiStack Live with Bernard Hickey and Simon Wilson
A recording from Simon Wilson and Bernard Hickey's live video
Hopetown by Simon Wilson · Wednesday
KiwiStack Live with Bernard Hickey and Simon Wilson
A recording from Bernard Hickey's live video
The Kaka by Bernard Hickey · Wednesday
Join us for a Wellington election special
Tamatha Paul, Craig Renney and Julie Anne Genter - chaired by Ollie Neas. Featuring Wellington Bays and Wellington North progressive candidates: Tamatha Paul, Craig Renney and Julie Anne Genter (with apologies from Ayesha Verrall) and chaired by Ollie Neas. This is not a sparring session between the Greens and Labour. Instead we will look ahead to the prospect of a progressive government and the practical steps it could take from day one. The session runs at the usual time - from 5.30 to 6.30pm on 21 Octobe
Fabian Events · Wednesday
Some banter to make the election bearable
Overseas voting begins today, and there are just four days left to enrol. So what better time to have a chat about how we are all feeling about the election?
Emily Writes by Emily Writes · Wednesday
Australia has let abuse of its representatives become ‘part of the job’ – and women bear the brunt
The alleged attack on Helen Haines has renewed focus on MPs’ safety. More needs to be done to stop abuse and violence against public officials.
The Conversation by Rob Manwaring, Associate Professor, Politics and Public Policy, Flinders University · Wednesday
A victory for trans kids!
In November 2025, out of the blue, weirdo fundie Simeon Brown banned the use of puberty blockers in trans (but not cis) healthcare, over-riding the medical decisions of doctors. The decision was swiftly enjoined by the courts, ensuring it did not come into effect, and today it was officially overturned on the grounds that the Minister had failed to consulted queer kids, and that it was discriminatory. Interestingly, the latter was not on the basis of sex - Crown Law has long held that the Human Rights Act's
No Right Turn by Idiot/Savant · Wednesday
Another model: Canada integrates defence acquisition and industry funding
Australia should use Canada’s new defence procurement model to test whether its forthcoming Defence Delivery Agency (DDA) will have enough commercial freedom and industrial tools to deliver military capability quickly. The DDA will have substantial ...
The Strategist by Bryce C Barros · Wednesday
Letter to the editor: I'm sorted, so you can bugger off.
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Frankly Speaking by Frank Macskasy · Wednesday
Weathervane elections.
Here is something short from my other social media accounts. Weathervane elections forthcoming: Brazil presidential run-off, Israeli parliamentary elections, US midterms and NZ general elections. These are true tests of where voters want their countries to go. The choices are foremost about reaffirming or rejecting the Right as a governing force. These elections occur in … Continue reading "Weathervane elections."
Kiwipolitico by Pablo · Wednesday

Te Pāti Māori launches Mana Takatāpui Policy
Te Pāti Māori has today launched its Mana Takatāpui Policy, committing $200 million over three years and establishing an independent, Takatāpui governed Commission with real authority over Takatāpui specific funding. Te Pāti Māori Co Leader Rawiri Waititi says the policy is built on a simple principle: Nothing about Takatāpui without Takatāpui. “For too long, decisions have been made about Takatāpui without Takatāpui. Our policy changes who holds the power,” Waititi said.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 23 September 2026
We Want Cheaper Power And We Want Our People To Own It.
Te Pāti Māori has today announced its Energy Sovereignty policy, a plan to cut power costs, build Aotearoa’s energy future and shift ownership into the hands of whānau, hapū, iwi and communities. “Every party is talking about generating more electricity. We’re asking the question they keep avoiding: who will own it?” said Te Pāti Co-Leader Rawiri Waititi “If we replace fossil fuels with renewables but leave ownership and profits concentrated in the same hands, we haven’t transformed the system. We’ve just c
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 16 September 2026
GOVERNMENT'S LAST ACT IS ANOTHER ATTACK ON TE TIRITI
In its final days, this Government is trying to strip Te Tiriti from our laws. Three Treaty-related Bills before Parliament would weaken Te Tiriti protections and reduce Crown accountability. Te Pāti Māori opposes every one of them. Instead, Te Pāti Māori are calling for Te Tiriti to be protected through enforceable Crown obligations that no Government can simply discard.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 15 September 2026
TE PĀTI MĀORI LAUNCHES TE TIRITI ENTRENCHMENT POLICY
Te Pāti Māori has today launched its Te Tiriti Entrenchment Policy, a major constitutional reform package that will make Crown obligations arising from Te Tiriti legally enforceable and resource the next stage of Māori-led constitutional transformation. “Te Tiriti is the constitutional foundation of Aotearoa. Its mana does not rise and fall depending on who forms the Government,” Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader Rawiri Waititi said. “Our policy is about certainty, accountability and making sure the Crown keeps its p
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 1 September 2026
MP for Hauraki-Waikato Hana-Rawhiti Calls on Govt to Honour its Commitments to Waikato and Waipaa Awa
Hauraki-Waikato MP Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke says the Government’s decision to delay key provisions of Plan Change 1, which sets rules to protect and restore the health of the Waikato and Waipaa awa, puts 3-yearly electoral interests ahead of its obligations to iwi and the environment. “This is bigger than a plan or a process. It is about whether the Crown will keep its word to Waikato-Tainui and honour the commitments it made – and written into legislation” says Maipi-Clarke. “The power of Te Ture Whaimana
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 24 August 2026
Luxon chose culture wars while basic services failed
Christopher Luxon has spent too much of his term legislating culture wars while the basic services New Zealanders rely on have been allowed to deteriorate, Te Pāti Māori co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer says. “The Prime Minister had a finite term to govern. He chose to spend an extraordinary amount of it undoing Māori rights and weakening Crown obligations while the services New Zealanders depend on were deteriorating,” Ngarewa-Packer said. “He found the time to mobilise 13 government agencies to trawl throu
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 18 August 2026
Luxon survives today, but he will not survive November 7
Today’s National Party caucus meeting may have saved Christopher Luxon’s job, but it has not solved National’s deeper problem. This government is consumed by its own survival while whānau are left to carry the cost. For days, New Zealanders have watched a governing party turn inward while families face rising costs, job losses and an economy going backwards. “Luxon may have kept the job, but National has lost the country’s confidence,” said Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader, Rawiri Waititi.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 12 August 2026
Oriini Kaipara MP extends aroha following fatal workplace incident in Ōtāhuhu
Oriini Kaipara, MP for Tāmaki Makaurau, extends her deepest condolences to the whānau, friends and work colleagues of the worker who tragically lost their life at the Auckland Meat Processors facility on Portage Road, Ōtāhuhu. "Our thoughts are first and foremost with the whānau who are now navigating an unimaginable loss. No one should leave for work and not return home to their loved ones." Following notification of the incident, Oriini's office has been actively seeking information to better understand t
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 7 August 2026
Te Pati Maori will make the Waitangi Tribunal recommendations binding
Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader Rawiri Waititi says New Zealand First's call to review the Waitangi Tribunal proves the coalition has learnt nothing from the Tribunal's latest report. "The Waitangi Tribunal has found that the Government's Treaty clause review is a major breach of Te Tiriti. Instead of fixing the breach, Shane Jones wants to investigate the institution that exposed it." Waititi says this is about far more than constitutional law.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 6 August 2026
Government’s patriarchal noise cannot hide cervical-screening failure
While this Government and its allies manufacture patriarchal noise and drag public debate into personal attacks, a serious health-system failure involving nearly one million cervical screening notifications demands urgent answers. Health New Zealand says there is “no indication of harm”, but the Government has produced no evidence that proves nobody missed screening, follow-up care or an earlier diagnosis.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 5 August 2026
Government rips up another promise of partnership with Māori
Te Pāti Māori Co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer says the Government’s reported decision to scrap existing Mana Whakahono ā Rohe agreements is not planning reform it’s another deliberate step in dismantling the Crown’s relationship with tangata whenua. “This Government isn’t just rewriting planning law. It is rewriting the place of Māori in Aotearoa.” “One law at a time, one institution at a time, one agreement at a time, they are removing the practical ways Te Tiriti is honoured.”
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 21 July 2026
MFAT Must Act Urgently to Free Everlee Wihongi After Another Delayed Hearing
Everlee Wihongi was set to appear in court today to be freed from ICE detention. Unfortunately, approximately 80 minutes before it was scheduled to begin, the Immigration Court decided to postpone the hearing until June 30, 2026. ICE has no reason to continue to detain Everlee after the conviction that formed the basis of the immigration case was successfully overturned. Everlee has now been detained for over two months, and this is just the latest in a long line of unnecessary delays. “Our aroha goes out t
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 18 June 2026
Te Pāti Māori Announces Lisa Marie Murch as Te Tai Tonga Candidate for 2026
Te Pāti Māori is proud to announce Lisa Marie Murch as its candidate for Te Tai Tonga in the 2026 General Election. Born and raised in Murihiku, Lisa brings lived experience, education, service, and a deep commitment to whānau Māori across Te Waipounamu. A young Māori mother at sixteen, Lisa knows firsthand the realities many whānau face. Her journey from cleaning and baking, to becoming a head baker, bilingual primary teacher, kaupapa Māori educator, and specialist across Murihiku and Ōtepoti schools, is g
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 15 June 2026
Government Hid Its Own Evidence on LNG
Te Pāti Māori is calling on the Government to release all remaining redacted advice on the proposed Taranaki LNG import terminal and halt the contract process until full public disclosure has occurred. This week RNZ revealed that officials redacted modelling commissioned by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment showing low need for LNG imports. In some scenarios, no need at all. That information was only made public after RNZ lodged a complaint with the Ombudsman. Parts of the document remain
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 11 June 2026
Seymour Admits He Never Checked Impact on Māori with Diabetes
David Seymour Associate Minister of Health confirmed in answers to Written Parliamentary Questions that he supported removing Māori and Pacific priority access to Type 2 diabetes medicines, without any equity analysis, without modelling of Māori complications, and holds no data on how many Māori currently rely on the pathway they're removing. Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer said the admissions were negligible. "They don't know who they're harming. They don't know how many Māori with diabetes r
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 10 June 2026
If The Government Really Wants To Lower Power Bills, This Is The Way
Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer says the government’s LNG announcement today exposes a fundamental failure of energy policy leadership. “Simeon Brown says he has an answer to our energy security problem. A billion-dollar contract to import liquefied natural gas. From the Middle East. With no plan to pay for it. That’s not energy security, that’s energy dependency,” says Ngarewa-Packer. “Initially the government planned a levy on power bills to fund this facility. Now they want the same gentail
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 9 June 2026
Govt will Erase Iwi Representation Across Aotearoa
Today the government announced that they will be removing the voting rights of iwi representatives from all councils across the country. They will be amending the Local Government (System Improvements) Bill after it has already gone through select committee, meaning that there will be no public submission process. “This is another gut punch, and our people are fed up” said Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader, Rawiri Waititi. “Every time we think this government couldn’t possibly harm te iwi Māori any more, they always
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 2 June 2026
TPM to Entrench Te Tiriti: Government’s Tiriti Purge is Constitutional Vandalism
Te Pāti Māori is condemning today’s announcement by Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith to strip or weaken Te Tiriti o Waitangi references across 19 pieces of legislation. “This is not policy reform. It is constitutional vandalism.” After failing to redefine Te Tiriti through the Treaty Principles Bill, the Government is now dismantling it clause by clause through legislative review instead. Different vehicle. Same destination.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 15 May 2026
Te Pāti Māori responds to announcement of new political party
Te Pāti Māori acknowledges Mariameno Kapa-Kingi’s announcement that she intends to contest the 2026 General Election under the newly announced Te Tai Tokerau Party. We wish Mariameno well. Te ao Māori has always carried many voices, many rohe, many whakapapa, and many expressions of mana motuhake. We respect the right of whānau, hapū, iwi, rohe and candidates to determine their own political pathway.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 11 May 2026
MP Govt Floats Nuclear Jones Must Front Up
Te Pāti Māori is demanding answers after Shane Jones casually floated nuclear fission in the House today. Co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer said, “Aotearoa is not neutral on nuclear. We are proudly anti-nuclear. That position was fought for, defended, and embedded in who we are as a nation.” “Is this Government marching us away from our nuclear-free legacy? Because Aotearoa deserves to know,” said Debbie Ngarewa-Packer.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 29 April 2026

KiwiRail to fund additional ferries works in Picton
KiwiRail will directly fund up to $37.5 million for Picton rail yard upgrades and adding auto-mooring technology to the new wharf as part of the New Ferries project, Rail Minister Winston Peters announced today. “Selecting KiwiRail as the long-term operator of the Interislander has given the company confidence to invest its own funds in commercial assets, meaning the taxpayer is not paying a cent more than our $1.7 billion allocation but still achieves the benefit as the ultimate owner of KiwiRail,” Mr Pete
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 16 October 2026
Resilience work underway for key South Island route
Work to bolster the resilience of a key South Island route vital to New Zealand tourism will soon begin, South Island and Associate Transport Minister James Meager says. “The Government allocated around $40 million in Budget 2026 to fund resilience upgrades to State Highway 94 (SH94) between Te Anau and Milford, as part of a wider $150 million-plus package to strengthen five of the mainland’s most vulnerable state highways,” Mr Meager says. “There will soon be spades in the ground at key sites on SH94 in Fi
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 16 October 2026
King’s Counsel appointments 2026
Attorney-General Chris Bishop today announced the appointments of 12 King’s Counsel. The rank of King’s Counsel is primarily awarded to barristers sole who have met the overarching criteria of excellence in their careers. The 12 new King’s Counsel appointed, from over 100 applications, are Matanuku Mahuika, Karen Radich, Janette Campbell, Matthew Harris, Kirsten Gray, Tim Smith, Polly Pope, Kerry Cook, Sam Lowery, Rob Kirkness, Isaac Hikaka, and Annabel Maxwell-Scott. “The appointment of King’s Counsel reco
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 16 October 2026
Levy reduction for cruise industry
Cruise ship passengers will pay significantly lower Border Processing Levy rates from 1 July 2027, Customs Minister Casey Costello said today. From 1 July 2027, cruise passengers will see a net reduction of NZ$19.91 per person through the combined arrival and departure levy rate changes. The Border Processing Levy for arriving cruise passengers will lower from NZ$27.14 to NZ$7.20, while the levy for outgoing passengers will increase by three cents per person. “The levy system is working as intended. Where f
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 16 October 2026
New construction ACOP to bring health and safety clarity
Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden today launched a new Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) that outlines practical steps businesses and workers can take to meet their health and safety responsibilities on residential construction sites. “This ACOP will provide practical, sector-specific information to help clients, principal contractors, contractors, subcontractors and workers prepare for upcoming changes to health and safety law, and support better outcomes across New Zealand's residen
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 16 October 2026
West Coast infrastructure upgrades on course
Investment from the Regional Infrastructure Fund is delivering progress on key projects on the West Coast, Associate Regional Development Minister Mark Patterson says. "Improvements to key shipping ports and the upgrade of Hokitika Airport are part of the government’s support for the West Coast’s economic growth and resilience,” Mr Patterson says. Mr Patterson joined local leaders and iwi today at the blessing of Greymouth Port's new port sounding vessel, which will be used to monitor and manage the port’s
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 16 October 2026
Hunua Quarry development fast-tracked
A third substantial Auckland quarry project has gained Fast-track approval to expand operations, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop and Resources Minister Shane Jones say. This is the 37th project approved through the Fast-track process. Winstone Aggregates lodged its application in March 2026, with approval taking around four months from the appointment of an independent expert panel. The redevelopment of Hunua Quarry will expand existing quarrying activities to allow Winstone Aggregates to deepen the ex
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 15 October 2026
SH54 resilience improvements on the way
A crash-prone bridge in Manawatū currently down to one lane is set to be replaced with funding from the Regional Infrastructure Fund, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones and Transport Minister Chris Bishop say. The project to replace Haynes Bridge on State Highway 54 will receive funding of $6.5 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund. Mr Jones says the investment in the new bridge on a key Manawatū-Whanganui route will deliver benefits for communities and businesses throughout the region. "Safe
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 15 October 2026
New term, same story; attendance up again
Provisional school attendance data for Term 3 2026 shows despite a tough flu season in person attendance rates were the highest of any Term 3 since 2022, Associate Education Minister David Seymour says. In Term 3 2026, 52.2% of students met the criteria for regular attendance, representing a 1.7 percentage point increase from 50.5% in Term 3 2025. A student attends school ‘regularly’ when they are in class for more than 90 per cent of the term. “This data shows attendance rates continue to rise under this G
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 15 October 2026
International tourism nears full recovery
International visitor numbers are now within a whisker of pre-pandemic levels, with four months left to go in the year and the summer season yet to hit, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. Stats NZ data out today shows the total number of overseas visitor arrivals in August 2026 was 99 per cent of the 251,100 in August 2019. “In 2025 I set the ambitious goal to increase the number of international visitors to New Zealand to at least 2019 levels by 2026. “This monthly data shows we are well
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 14 October 2026
Open ocean opportunities for iwi aquaculture
The Government has set aside areas suitable for aquaculture to ensure Marlborough iwi have the opportunity to contribute to the region’s open ocean aquaculture boom, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says. “The two Aquaculture Settlement Areas (ASAs) ensure suitable space in the region remains available while the Crown and Te Tau Ihu iwi negotiate a settlement under the Māori Commercial Aquaculture Claims Settlement Act,” Mr Jones says. “With the launch earlier this year of New Zealand’s first open
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 14 October 2026
Diesel reserve extended to maintain fuel security
The Government has extended an agreement for a 550,000-barrel strategic diesel reserve until August 2027 to maintain New Zealand’s fuel resilience, Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones say. “Maintaining our national fuel security, particularly through a period of global uncertainty, remains a top priority for the Government. That’s why we’re pleased to announce this extension to our existing deal with Z Energy for the diesel reserve at Marsden Point,” Nicola Willis says.
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 14 October 2026
Survivor Support and Recognition Fund to open next year
The Government has approved a third and final round of the Survivor Support and Recognition Fund (SSRF). The fund supports community-led services and initiatives for survivors of abuse and neglect in care This $820,000 contestable fund will be available to non-government organisations and community groups that directly support survivors of abuse in care,” says Lead Coordination Minister Erica Stanford. Applications are expected to open in February 2027. The Department of Internal Affairs' Community Operatio
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 14 October 2026
Long overdue replacement for critical bridge
Another bridge on South Canterbury’s State Highway 82 will be replaced, through funding from the Regional Infrastructure Fund, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones and Transport Minister Chris Bishop say. The Deep Creek Bridge on SH82 will be replaced at a cost of $7.5 million. Elephant Hill Stream Bridge has already been replaced, and Waihao North Bridge is in the process of being replaced Deep Creek Bridge carries about 1850 vehicles each day and supports local journeys, agricultural activity and fre
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 14 October 2026
It's all adding up: More maths gains for Kiwi kids
New independent assessment results show primary and intermediate students made the equivalent of four months' additional progress in mathematics between 2024 and 2026, signalling a turnaround in achievement, Education Minister Erica Stanford says. The latest Progressive Achievement Test (PAT) data, released today by the New Zealand Council for Educational Research (NZCER), show statistically significant improvements in mathematics and reading comprehension and vocabulary. “Our number one priority in educati
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 14 October 2026
Auckland gets another Crisis Recovery Café
People in Auckland in need of mental health or addiction support will have another place to turn for faster access to support, with a new peer-led Crisis Recovery Café officially opening in Mt Eden, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says. “Emergency departments aren’t always the best environment for someone experiencing mental distress. They can be busy, brightly lit and feel far too clinical, when often what someone needs is a calm place to sit down and talk to someone who understands. “That’s why we are
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 13 October 2026
Damning report shows Teaching Council failed to protect children
A damning new independent review has revealed how repeated failures by the Teaching Council allowed a teacher with a known history of offending to remain in the profession before he went on to commit indecent acts against children, Minister of Education Erica Stanford says. The independent regulatory review undertaken by Katherine Anderson KC follows the equally damning 2025 Debbie Francis review, which exposed a deeply concerning culture within the Teaching Council. “First and foremost, my thoughts are wit
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 13 October 2026
New ward boosts capacity at Hawke’s Bay Hospital
Hawke’s Bay patients will benefit from faster access to surgical care with the opening of a new 28-bed ward at Hawke’s Bay Hospital, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “This new ward is a practical solution to meet growing demand, delivering the extra capacity Hawke’s Bay Hospital needs right now and making a real difference for both patients and staff,” Mr Brown says. “It gives surgical patients dedicated space before and after their procedures, along with space for surgical assessment and planning. That m
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 12 October 2026
First state school converts to a charter school
Associate Education Minister David Seymour has today announced that Pakaraka School in Northland has become the first state school to convert to a charter school. “Charter schools give educators more freedom to provide students with an education that suits their needs,” Mr Seymour says. “The Pakaraka community has chosen a new path for its school. They want to be able to build on what is already working for its students, and the charter school model enables them to do that. “In 2024 the school partnered wit
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 12 October 2026
Government ambitious for every child’s education
Thank you, Prime Minister. Over the past three years, we have been focused on one overriding objective: lifting educational achievement for every young New Zealander. And a huge part of that has been closing the equity gap, ensuring that your means do not determine your destiny by providing a world-leading education for every young person in our schools. Because we are ambitious for every child in this country. A world-leading education system starts with ensuring every child learns to read, write and do ma
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 12 October 2026
Additional domestic student places for veterinary science at Massey University
“An increase in the number of funded domestic places in Massey University’s Bachelor of Veterinary Science programme from 125 to 140 per year from 2027 onwards will help address demand for veterinarians in the future,” says Minister for Tertiary Education Penny Simmonds. Minister Simmonds made the announcement during her visit to the university’s Palmerston North campus on Friday, 9 October. “The veterinary workforce plays a key role in our biosecurity, animal welfare, food safety, and export industry. Incr
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 9 October 2026
District Court Judges Appointed
Attorney-General Hon Chris Bishop has announced the appointment of Leighvi Maynard of Gisborne and Nicola Graham of Napier as District Court Judges. Mr Maynard began his legal career at Simpson Grierson in Auckland, where he was a member of the firm’s Environment, Planning and Resource Management team. In 2006 he moved to Gisborne and entered general practice, working across civil, employment, Māori land, family and criminal law jurisdictions before joining the Office of the Crown Solicitor for Rotorua, Tau
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 9 October 2026
Simpler food safety, stronger focus on risk
The Government is proposing changes to make it easier for food businesses to meet their food safety obligations, with less paperwork and a sharper focus on the risks that matter, Food Safety Minister Andrew Hoggard says. Consultation opened today on an updated Simply Safe & Suitable food control plan template. This is New Zealand's main food control template: a pre-approved, plain-language checklist that tells businesses what steps to follow and what records to keep so their food stays safe. "Businesses hav
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 9 October 2026
Food and fibre exports hit record $65.2 billion
Food and fibre exports reached a record $65.2 billion in the year to 30 June 2026, up $4.8 billion on the year before, Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay says. "Kiwi farmers and growers keep delivering for the New Zealand economy," Mr McClay says. "This year was already on track to be a record. Their hard work has delivered a result that beats expectations." Exports are up 8 per cent on the previous year and ahead of the Ministry for Primary Industries' June forecast of $64.3 billion. "It's a gre
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 9 October 2026
Investigation into Apollo Stadium site planning rules
An investigation has been launched into whether Christchurch planning rules are getting in the way of new housing, economic growth and the future redevelopment of the former Apollo Projects Stadium site, RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop says. The investigation follows a request from Christchurch City Council Mayor Phil Mauger to consider changes to the Christchurch District Plan for the 4.93-hectare site at 95 Jack Hinton Drive in Addington. “The temporary Apollo Stadium has served Christchurch well. Now th
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 9 October 2026
Four more school redevelopments get the green light
The Government is investing a further $37 million to redevelop four schools, taking investment in school redevelopment projects approved this year to more than $200 million, Education Minister Erica Stanford says. “When we came into Government, school property was a mess. Around 350 projects could not be delivered within the funding available, schools had been waiting years for certainty, and classrooms were costing around $1.2 million each. “We said we would fix it, and that is exactly what we have been do
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 8 October 2026
Next steps in fight against organised crime
The new Transnational, Serious and Organised Crime (TSOC) Chief Executive Board has met for the first time today, Associate Police Minister Casey Costello has announced. “We need better organised government to fight organised crime, and the Board will help deliver that,” Ms Costello says. “The Government has made a series of decisions to improve our response to TSOC, including appointing a Ministerial Advisory Group (MAG), and putting in place a new TSOC strategy and Action Plan. A key recommendation of the
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 8 October 2026
More Kiwis choosing teaching
More New Zealanders are choosing to become teachers, with initial teacher education enrolments up 40 per cent since 2023. Education Minister Erica Stanford says the increase shows more Kiwis want to be part of New Zealand’s teaching workforce. “We’ve had a real focus on getting more New Zealanders into teaching so we can grow our own workforce and reduce our reliance on recruiting teachers from overseas. “Overseas-trained teachers make an important contribution to our schools, and we will continue to need t
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 8 October 2026
RMA national direction reforms complete
The Government has completed the biggest overhaul of national direction in the history of the Resource Management Act – with the final changes making it faster, easier and more affordable to build and upgrade New Zealand’s electricity and telecommunications networks, RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop says. “Over the past two years the Government has developed or amended 16 national direction instruments to remove unnecessary barriers to housing, infrastructure, energy and the primary sector,” Mr Bishop says.
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 8 October 2026
Government cracks down on rockpool vandals
Major fishing rule changes will come into force this summer to stop people from stripping rockpools of marine life on the Auckland and Coromandel coastlines, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones and Under-Secretary Jenny Marcroft say. “Fossicking in a rockpool is a Kiwi tradition. It’s a pastime that’s been enjoyed by generations of New Zealanders. However, it’s being exploited by a selfish few who are taking far too much kaimoana. This behaviour is endangering these fragile ecosystems and putting at r
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 8 October 2026

#BHN Special episode of The Collective tonight - last day to enroll to vote! 🗳 Get in! ✅ Tune in! 📺
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Big Hairy Network by Big Hairy Network · 10:00 am
#BHN How did Harry Tam's 'Hard 2 Reach' programme become a political football?
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Big Hairy Network by Big Hairy Network · 9:00 am
Aaron Smale: The Silencing Continues
Investigative journalist Aaron Smale says the political posturing over photos with gangs is ignorant, hypocritical, and amounts to gangster chic for Instagram The post Aaron Smale: The Silencing Continues appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Aaron Smale · 7:01 am
#BHN An estimated 1 million Kiwis live overseas and outnumber the number of retirees that vote 🌍
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Big Hairy Network by Big Hairy Network · 6:00 am
Newsroom daily quiz, Sunday 25 October
The Halberg Awards are named after Sir Murray Halberg, who won an Olympic gold medal in 1960 in which track event? The post Newsroom daily quiz, Sunday 25 October appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Newsroom Puzzles · 5:00 am
Shameful move by Pacific Islands Forum undermines decolonisation
ANALYSIS: By David Robie, editor of Asia Pacific Report In what is probably one of its most shameful acts ever, the Pacific Islands Forum has betrayed one of its founding principles in admitting Israel — already a global rogue pariah state — as a development partner in the middle of the genocide of an Indigenous
Evening Report by Asia Pacific Report · 1:50 am
#BHN Show me an election where there hasn't been an attack on gangs 💥 💯
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Big Hairy Network by Big Hairy Network · Yesterday
ER Report: A Roundup of Significant Articles on EveningReport.nz for October 24, 2026
ER Report: Here is a summary of significant articles published on EveningReport.nz on October 24, 2026.
Evening Report by Evening Report · Yesterday
Boo! Feeling scared on Halloween can be fun for children but can sometimes push their limits
A children’s literature author explains how some of her favorite Halloween-themed children’s books can help children prepare for the holiday ahead.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Palestine Forum calls on NZ to act against ‘weaponised, engineered’ Gaza hunger
Asia Pacific Report A Palestinian advocacy group has called on the New Zealand government to act against the “weaponisation” and “engineering” of starvation by Israel in its ongoing war on Gaza Strip. “Palestinian survival must never be a bargaining chip,” says Palestine Forum of Palestine chair Maher Nazzal in response to news this week that
Evening Report by Asia Pacific Report · Yesterday
#BHN Chloe Swarbrick challenges Nicola Willis to a fiscal policy duel
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Big Hairy Network by Big Hairy Network · Yesterday
Gaza media: ‘Why we document history – even if accountability feels distant’
Pacific Media Watch “You’re not just reporting on the story … you are the main character.” That’s how award-winning Palestinian journalist and human rights defender Maha Hussaini sums up her experience while “documenting history” in Israel’s three-year genocidal war on Gaza. In the latest episode of Middle East Eye’s “The Gaza Podcast”, host Hussam Tannera
Evening Report by Asia Pacific Report · Yesterday
#BHN Helen Haines' brutal attack reminds us women in politics are the biggest targets of violence
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Big Hairy Network by Big Hairy Network · Yesterday
Ancestors all around – millions of dead people linger in Americans’ memories
The shadow population of deceased relatives is more than three times as large as today’s living population.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
#BHN Students protest for the bare minimum from the French Govt. Italy, Spain, Serbia follow suit
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Big Hairy Network by Big Hairy Network · Yesterday
PHP is in the foundation of 70% of websites – here’s what it is and why a flaw in the software is a major hacking threat
A cybersecurity researcher explains how a flaw in widespread software makes millions of websites vulnerable to hackers – and underscores the role of AI in attacking and defending the internet.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
#BHN Arena Williams on Labour's Social Media Policy and fighting for Consumer Rights
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Big Hairy Network by Big Hairy Network · Yesterday
Greener maternity care starts with changing hospitals, without putting pressure on pregnant women
Birth involves emissions from travel, pain relief and disposable products, but system-level changes can reduce them without restricting choice.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Why ultra-Orthodox parties hold so much sway in Israeli politics
Ultra-Orthodox Jews, often called Haredim, make up a small but growing percentage of Israel’s population. Still, their political parties wield significant influence.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Newsroom daily quiz, Saturday 24 October
Where in Europe is Portofino? The post Newsroom daily quiz, Saturday 24 October appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Newsroom Puzzles · Yesterday
Why the world is working around the US
From The Detail: Pulitzer prize winning historian says process of the world restructuring itself around America has begun The post Why the world is working around the US appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Anna Fifield · Yesterday
Winner of the school division of the 2026 Sargeson Prize
Green Bay College student Haelyn King has won the schools division of the Sargeson Prize with her story about friendship, mental illness, and courage The post Winner of the school division of the 2026 Sargeson Prize appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Haelyn King · Yesterday
The secret thoughts of the third Leaders’ Debate
Inside the minds of Paddy Gower and his two guests The post The secret thoughts of the third Leaders’ Debate appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Steve Braunias · Yesterday
All-Star Snyder reaching for an NZ basketball threepeat
After four seasons in NZ's Tauihi women's basketball league, American Laine Snyder sees clear progress in our competition and a warm welcome on the road The post All-Star Snyder reaching for an NZ basketball threepeat appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Aiden McLaughlin · Yesterday
Clayface tries to tap into the success of body horror but can’t reach the genre’s gory depths
Clayface has some memorable moments, but can’t quite reach the brilliance of the body-horror classic, The Substance.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
London Film Festival round-up: a five-star weepie, a sweeping Spanish epic and a misspent youth in post-punk Manchester
This year’s festival showcased a slate of exceptional films, but there were a few big director misfires too.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Diagnostic uncertainty: why losing a diagnosis can be as difficult as receiving one
Being told you don’t have a serious disease is not always a relief. Research explains why: diagnoses shape how people experience and make sense of their suffering.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Moths in art history: centuries of creativity reveal the beauty of a misunderstood insect
Moths are much less weird and way more wonderful than most people think.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
As flood risk rises, some communities question the idea of resilience
People are increasingly urged to become resilient to flooding. Yet many question whether this shifts responsibility from institutions to residents.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
How El Niño could push up your mortgage and grocery bills
A Pacific climate event has far reaching effects.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Two small Arab parties may decide Israel’s election
Ra'am and the Joint List are predicted to win as many as 15 seats in parliament, providing the opposition with an opportunity to unseat Netanyahu.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
The Jackdaw gasfield passed the legal test for North Sea drilling – Rosebank will find it much harder
A landmark 2024 Supreme Court ruling forced ministers to account for emissions from burning fossil fuels.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Scientists aim to give lung cells a memory of how to fight viruses
Researchers are working on an off-the-shelf vaccine that trains natural killer cells to guard the nose and lungs against flu, COVID and RSV.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Fear-based campaign ads can grab attention, but whether they win votes is less clear
Political campaigns often use fear to play on voters’ existing prejudices and stereotypes. What that means for your vote is less predictable.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Could lawfare become warfare between Brussels and Beijing?
In response to China, the EU is transforming its single market into a legal lever: employees, subsidies and forced labour are becoming new battlegrounds.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
The 90s: Art and Fashion at Tate Britain struggles to challenge the enduring myths of Cool Britannia
Provocation became a currency for profitability, but what did this rebellion actually change – who benefited and who remained excluded?
Evening Report by The Conversation · Friday
#BHN Arena Williams: Youth and Consumer Rights | MP Helen Haines attacked | Student Riots in France
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Big Hairy Network by Big Hairy Network · Friday
The Crucible: Arthur Miller’s morality tale was as much a reaction to his own marital failings as it was to the ‘red scare’
At the height of America’s ‘red scare’ witch-hunts, Miller, whose play makes a martyr hero of the husband, was having an affair with Marilyn Monroe.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Friday
Unlocking the secrets of the ‘Dragon Man’ skull – and what it reveals about human evolution
Most of what we knew about early modern humans has been turned upside down in the past two decades – and many more questions remain.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Friday
From aristocracy to ‘assetocracy’ – how wealth has transformed the House of Lords
Hundreds of peers enjoy extraordinary wealth, new research has found.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Friday
Four ways to help your body adjust to the autumn time change
Changing the time on a clock does not instantly reset our body’s internal system. But these strategies can help.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Friday
For Andy Burnham, getting closer to the EU could prove as tricky as exiting it – an expert explains
A short history of Brexit struggles over the years.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Friday
How autumn changes animal sexual behaviour – including that of humans
Some animals change sex altogether in the autumn.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Friday
Resignation Of FENZ CE Should Herald In The Revocation Of His “Vision”
The FENZ Board must now seriously review and consider the merits and process of the changes he was pursuing, as well as scrutinise the actions of those who were enabling him to do so.
Scoop politics · Friday
Why Snowy Hydro’s $25 billion cost blowout is a warning sign for other megaprojects
From the $93 billion High Speed Rail project to Melbourne’s Suburban Rail Loop, Australia needs a better approach on megaprojects – or history will keep repeating,
Evening Report by The Conversation · Friday
‘Test of regionalism’ – Pacific churches call for review of Israel’s PIF role
By Susana Suisuiki of RNZ Pacific The region’s premier ecumenical organisation is calling for Israel’s new partnership with the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) to be reviewed. The Pacific Conference of Churches (PCC), which represents Christian churches and national councils across 18 countries and territories in the region, also wants all engagement with Israel suspended until
Evening Report by Asia Pacific Report · Friday
ER Report: A Roundup of Significant Articles on EveningReport.nz for October 23, 2026
ER Report: Here is a summary of significant articles published on EveningReport.nz on October 23, 2026.
Evening Report by Evening Report · Friday
Kerrin Leoni Breaks Silence On Resignation, Says Whānau Turned Into 'Political Weapon'
Leoni resigned as Labour's Tāmaki Makaurau candidate on Friday morning, after footage emerged of her campaigning alongside Mongrel Mob members at an event in early October.
Scoop politics · Friday
Michelle Landry announces retirement, opening path for Matt Canavan to switch to lower house
Canavan did not announce his bid, but has made clear he would be open to a move from the Senate if there was a lower house vacancy.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Friday
Fire And Emergency New Zealand Chief Executive Resigns
The Board wishes to acknowledge and thank Mr Gregory for his 36 years of dedicated service, including a very lengthy period as an operational firefighter, and wishes him well for the future.
Scoop politics · Friday
The real reason Kerrin Leoni had to go is not about the gangs
Chris Hipkins knows this doesn't end with the Tāmaki Makaurau candidate's reluctant resignation. More Labour heads may fall before election day. The post The real reason Kerrin Leoni had to go is not about the gangs appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Jonathan Milne · Friday
Brazil’s election puts at risk country’s role as a bulwark against Trump interventionism in the Americas
A victory for Flávio Bolsonaro could keep Brazil trapped in a model of extractivism that has been part of the country’s history since the arrival of the Portuguese settlers in the 16th century.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Friday
How Lula turned four lessons from the presidential elections in Colombia into a comeback in Brazil’s Sunday runoff
Iván Cepeda’s defeat in Colombia served as a wake-up call for the left in Brazil. The campaign shifted its focus from rhetoric about sovereignty to issues that directly affect people’s daily lives, pushing foreign policy into the background
Evening Report by The Conversation · Friday
#BHN Chippy brings it to Hosking 🙌 Luxon's mates think that he's business weak 📉
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Big Hairy Network by Big Hairy Network · Friday
Chief of Defence resigns over ‘inappropriate relationship’
Defence Minister says the circumstances of Air Marshal Tony Davies' resignation will be 'a great disappointment to the men and women of the Defence Force' The post Chief of Defence resigns over ‘inappropriate relationship’ appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by RNZ · Friday
Snowy 2.0 was never going to be cheap. But it will be much cheaper than relying on batteries for storage
The original costings for Snowy 2.0 were wildly optimistic. But the troubled scheme is close to completion – and will help power the grid as coal exits.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Friday
#BHN What are the chances of roll-on Luxon getting rolled during coalition negotiations? 🤔😯
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Big Hairy Network by Big Hairy Network · Friday
In an age of AI, Wildwood is a film that reminds us human creativity is irreplaceable
The latest stop-motion offering from Laika Studios was a 16-year-long labour of love.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Friday
#BHN Hosking calls "idiotic", but he clearly doesn't know what that word means by showing us his 🤡
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Big Hairy Network by Big Hairy Network · Friday
Ruling out Opportunity only harms Luxon’s election chances, right? It’s not that simple
National’s repeated refusal to work with potential king-making party Opportunity might appear self-sabotaging – but there’s a hidden logic at play.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Friday
Is Labour Opening The Door To A Return To Balanced Literacy?
Labour's education spokesperson, Ginny Andersen, has confirmed her party's support for structured literacy but expressed concern about a “one-size-fits-all approach”.
Scoop politics · Friday
Keith Rankin Analysis – Are we really ALL living longer?
Keith Rankin writes; ... by the way, that the cost of retirement is the resources that go into supporting retired people whether their money comes from a pension or from drawing down private savings. The biggest 'burden' is a country's affluent retired, who draw resources away from everyone else.
Evening Report by Keith Rankin · Friday
#BHN NZ lawyer has his Identity and career stolen and used for an AI youtube channel 😲🤖
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Big Hairy Network by Big Hairy Network · Friday
New Caledonia pro-independence leaders boycott EU critical minerals deal
By Patrick Decloitre of RNZ Pacific Pro-independence leaders in New Caledonia’s Congress have boycotted the signing of a strategic partnership deal on critical raw materials between the European Union (EU) and the French Pacific territory, citing concerns over a lack of local consultation. On Tuesday, the EU signed the non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) on
Evening Report by Asia Pacific Report · Friday
FACT CHECK: Full List Of Everything Missing From Greens’ Fiscal Plan
These 17 policies total $176.374 billion, or $85,122 per household.
Scoop politics · Friday
Friday essay: AI is devastating higher education, but the system was already broken
AI is a project of the powerful, implemented in the name of an efficiency that has nothing to do with the good, writes Jeff Sparrow.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Friday
‘Gutless’ Ministry Of Health Is Responsible For High Court Ruling Against Puberty Blockers Ban
“To be clear, as the Court found, it is the role of the Minister and Cabinet to decide what, if any, restrictions should be placed on access to puberty blockers for what Justice La Hood terms ‘gender dysphoric/incongruent young people’,” ...
Scoop politics · Friday
Is Australia’s gas reservation scheme really aimed at Santos?
The success of the Domestic Gas Reservation Scheme relies on consistent enforcement and tangible benefits for Australian consumers.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Friday
#BHN "I don't know what you're talking about"; Temu style CEO pleads ignorance 😵‍💫
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Big Hairy Network by Big Hairy Network · Friday
Dissent at Winton AGM: ‘What it has lacked is trust’
Shareholders worry that despite sexual harassment complaints, Chris Meehan may seize back control of the company he founded The post Dissent at Winton AGM: ‘What it has lacked is trust’ appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Jonathan Milne · Friday
Hughesy, Karl and co: what happens when celebrities turn political?
Celebrities may not directly sway people’s votes but they do shape conversations in the media. That is a significant form of political power.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Friday
#BHN Leaders Special: Chris Hipkins, Labour
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Big Hairy Network by Big Hairy Network · Friday
Israel votes against decolonisation for Pacific at UN – then says it has become PIF partner
COMMENTARY: By Stefan Armbruster Israel voted against all UN resolutions concerning decolonisation of the six Pacific territories at the UN General Assembly’s Fourth Committee (Decolonisation — C-24) meeting last week. Decolonisation has been a founding principle of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) since its establishment in 1971. The announcement by Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar
Evening Report by Asia Pacific Report · Friday
Green MP still waiting for Peters to apologise or be disciplined over ‘racist’ comments
Winston Peters' comments against a Chinese-born MP re-emerge, with coalition partners labelling them 'disgraceful' and as having led to NZ First's poll drop The post Green MP still waiting for Peters to apologise or be disciplined over ‘racist’ comments appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Tim Murphy · Friday
CEO paid $1.5m salary to wind up Govt’s green bank
Govt green bank chief is tasked with managing less money, fewer staff and taking on no new investments The post CEO paid $1.5m salary to wind up Govt’s green bank appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Jonathan Milne · Friday

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