National needs Labour’s vote but will not give it the bill
“I think it’s unusual to ask someone to make a decision if they don’t have the thing they’re being asked to make a decision about.”
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Petrol may get cheaper, but many drivers could pay more
“On average, drivers of petrol light vehicles pay less than RUC users.”
ETS makes NZ cement unviable, taxpayers fund $60m rescue
“The challenge is the emissions costs, which are coming as a result from the ETS from 2030 onwards.”
Holiday pay overhaul turns leave into hours
Leave will accrue from a worker’s first day, while part-time sick leave will be proportional to hours worked.
Public service boss tells union to pull anti-government campaign
“That trust depends on our workplaces remaining politically neutral.”
Government keeps backyard fireworks despite cross-party call for ban
“Let’s just keep something of the Kiwi childhood, please?”
Business confidence rises despite renewed uncertainty
Headline confidence jumped 19 points, but inflation expectations rose among businesses responding later in the month.
Russia alleges New Zealand recruited spy to track its Asia-Pacific defence ties
The allegations have not been independently verified, and the NZSIS has neither confirmed nor denied involvement.
Failed immigration IT project hits $39m and counting
“As soon as we pull one thread, more and more unravels.”
Future pandemic advice to be public within five days
Advice supporting any major decision that affects New Zealanders’ individual rights during a future pandemic will have to be published within five working days.
It’s Not the Justice We Deserve, but It’s a Joy to Watch
Fauci torn a gaping new one by Josh Hawley.
Fauci Testifies Before the US Senate
A summary of the US Senate hearing of Dr Anthony Fauci, relating to Covid-19, with timestamps to watch the key moments.
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I Wouldn’t Want to See Him at My Bedroom Door, Either
Who lets a tattooed freak with literal devil’s horns anywhere near vulnerable children?
