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The Slater Plan – How to Fix the Ferry Problem
This is sure to succeed: it ticks all the necessary boxes, will get the support of the opposition and provides a real, sustainable solution.
An Attempt to Look Tough on Anti-Semitism
Australia has very few free-speech protections and it doesn’t need the prime minister making knee-jerk attacks on what exists to look tough on the domestic stage.
The Weapon No One Is Talking About
Social media has repeatedly been proven the best way to win without explosions.
How They Set the Pattern
Māori and their left-wing allies are both well aware that when the key institutions of the state are in your hands, guns are an unwelcome distraction.
We’re Still the Wokest Country on Earth
That a New Zealand MP could advocate for views so inimical to our history, economy and culture is not perhaps surprising given the ‘diversity’ of our MMP system.
Covid-19 and the State
Exposing the purposes of power. When people come to believe that the danger was exaggerated and measures to combat it are barely effective or even harmful, then the state’s power disintegrates and it can only be buttressed by ever-more-draconian controls.
Face of the Day
The trial has deepened a rift between the Victorian Liberal party’s conservative and moderate factions – and the result will likely lead to speculation of a leadership challenge.
Tauranga Council gets flak for decision on unelected iwi reps
“Unelected representation is oxymoronic.”
Federated Farmers calls out BNZ’s ‘cartel-like’ climate goals, defunding petrol stations
ComCom to investigate.
Gene Technology Bill raises concerns over independence and oversight
Independent oversight is a concern.
Coffee prices hit record high amid global supply woes
“Brands are almost at a tipping point..."
‘We’re not the Crown’: Auckland Councillor criticises Council involvement in Treaty Principles Bill debate
"Why are we getting involved?"
Petition calls for inquiry into Chinese interference in New Zealand
“Please wake up, New Zealanders.”
The Slater Plan – How to Fix the Ferry Problem
This is sure to succeed: it ticks all the necessary boxes, will get the support of the opposition and provides a real, sustainable solution.
This Is Not Even Convincing the Alarmists
This is not a good time to abandon energy security by transitioning away from reliable carbon fuels to intermittent solar and wind power requiring expensive backup facilities. Northwest Europe may be facing several decades of colder winters ahead.
I Doubt Will Anyone Notice
Health bosses are swinging the axe half-heartedly, announcing hundreds more jobs are to go. They should be announcing thousands of cuts, not hundreds.
Face of the Day
The trial has deepened a rift between the Victorian Liberal party’s conservative and moderate factions – and the result will likely lead to speculation of a leadership challenge.
Is This England’s Real-Life Quietus?
Members of the Houses of Commons and Lords should consider what Baroness James wrote before marching their people closer to Quietus.
Al-Golani May Become the Face of Syria
But who is he and why does he have $10M US bounty on his head?
The Weapon No One Is Talking About
Social media has repeatedly been proven the best way to win without explosions.
Editors' Picks
Six Years Ago My Life Changed
I’ve had years of failure, hurt, pain and suffering but I always get up in the morning and move forwards. Six years ago my life changed and it has cost me everything. Here’s why.
The Fault Lines from Washington Are Felt around the World
From free speech to NZ politics, events in Washington are reverberating around the world.
