‘Not all idiots’: Lawyer vents after Standards Committee overturns puberty blocker letter censure
“So hostile to basic elements of practice and freedom of speech.”
Centrist
Some NZ cops turn to food banks while record numbers poached by Australian police
“They’ve offered a lot more money.”
Engineers and academics argue Net Zero 2050 is economically impossible for New Zealand
“Climate change alarmism has become a quasi-religion.”
Environment Ministry to be folded into new mega ministry
The new structure would “not significantly change the functions of the current ministry”.
‘Grasp all, lose all’: BSA to be scrapped after attempt to assert jurisdiction over The Platform
“Absolutely fantastic news for freedom of speech in New Zealand”.
Would-be Kiwis to face mandatory citizenship test
“People seeking citizenship should understand New Zealanders believe in certain rights, like freedom of speech, or that no one person or group is above the law.”
Is the push for renewable energy creating new environmental conflicts?
The energy transition is “equally a political and ethical project”.
FMA chair resigns after investigation cites praise for Treaty Principles Bill and coalition government
“Aspects of Mr Stobo’s public commentary did not meet the standards of political neutrality..."
Fuel stocks fall enough to trigger review, but government says none needed
“Officials have advised Ministers that a review of the phase levels is not necessary given stocks remain within normal ranges..."
Roomba creator developing AI robot pet for the home
“I want to feel like the machine I’m building actually cares about me.”
Police visit over ‘New India’ post raises free speech concerns
Schwenke says police told her the post was “unkind,” “racist” and “unwelcoming to the Indian community.”
Maersk lifts freight charges 27% as Iran war drives fuel costs
“Unprecedented cost environment.”
Luxon signs Singapore fuel deal as diesel and jet fuel stocks climb
“With a third of New Zealand’s fuel refined in Singapore, this agreement turns trust into action, and right now, that’s keeping fuel flowing to New Zealand when it matters most.”