Political satire must be protected, including ugly satire. But its acceptability cannot depend on whether the target sits on the political left or right.
August 3, 2026
Political satire must be protected, including ugly satire. But its acceptability cannot depend on whether the target sits on the political left or right.
The Greens have reached a record 16% in the latest 1News Verian poll, but the governing coalition has tightened the gap with a potential Labour-led alternative.
Opportunity has announced five minimum demands for supporting the next government, including climate commitments that directly conflict with policies promoted by ACT and NZ First.
Stuff outlines the fairness argument for a comprehensive capital gains tax.
NZ Principals’ Federation president Jason Miles accused Erica Stanford of effectively campaigning for National during her address to an international principals’ convention, despite organisers requesting a non-political welcome.
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Edmund’s defeat was therefore more than the failure of one army. It was the moment when the future of England was decided by the courage of a young king and the treachery of Eadric the Grabber.
The Albanese government flatly refuses to admit it is driving up inflation and interest rates.
