Centrist
Iran hits back at NZ travel bans, accuses government of double standards
“Politically motivated.”
Government moves to abolish standalone environment ministry
Its responsibilities would be transferred into a new “mega ministry”.
Move-on orders target rising homelessness, not just disorder
Breaching an order could result in a fine of up to $2,000 or three months’ imprisonment.
Labour’s State of the Nation speech set to be policy light
David Seymour called it “featherweight.”
Moa Point meltdown shines spotlight on Veolia
Veolia had “failed to carry out basic asset management, including regular maintenance.”
Fatal dog attacks spark calls for tougher breeding and enforcement laws
“Why hasn’t somebody done anything about it?”
Wellington’s ‘mysterious blogger’ and the vote that never happened
The identity of “Peter Bassett” remains unclear.
Survey finds widespread self-censorship at Northwestern and Michigan
Overall, more than 88 per cent of students said they had “pretended to hold more progressive views than [they] personally endorse in order to be accepted socially or academically.”
Doctor found guilty of misconduct over ivermectin prescribing
“Failed to acknowledge or reflect generally accepted medical knowledge on the prevention and treatment” of COVID..."
Garner slams Ngarewa-Packer post, accuses media of ‘massive cowardice’
“If you cannot separate historical grievance from basic human decency, you’re not fit to hold office in a modern democracy.”
2,500 chase one entry-level job, and most aren’t from New Zealand
“Far exceeded our expectations.”
Nationwide flood risk map could reshape property market as managed retreat remains on table
“A comprehensive and consistent view of the flood risks across the country.”