DIA Blows Nearly $1 Million on ‘Change Agent’ Workshops
The revelations come amid growing frustration over government waste, particularly within the public sector.
NZ Politics
NZ’s Gene Technology Reform Carries Benefits and Risks
A truly independent regulator will be vital.
Taxation Realities
Direct taxes have a negative economic impact and ultimately result in a lesser take than if they didn’t exist.
Legacy State Media Outlet Caught Out
1News caught in bias scandal over school lunch story.
We Are Only a Number to Luxon
National ought to realise there was more than enough dehumanisation under Ardern’s Labour Government.
Ditching Regulations Will Favour the Wealthy
A critique of the Government's Regulatory Standards Bill published by the Post.
News Briefing: 5 February 2025
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Demand It All You Like, Ain’t Going to Happen
Like their primitive ancestors, who couldn’t even boil water, they stamp, and dance and make demands... it’s all they know.
Morons of the Day
Waititi and Ngarewa-Packer said their party would campaign on creating an independent Parliamentary Commissioner.
The Truth About Measles in Samoa
Addressing fundamental issues like poverty, malnutrition, poor housing, and overcrowding is essential for building true health resilience.
The Enduring Legacy of PM Ardern
It’s all part of the enduring legacy of Jacinda Ardern, which, after all, was all about posturing, image and looking good on the stage.
Private Asset Investment Has Risks
KiwiSaver will increasingly become a critical aspect of New Zealanders’ retirement. Changes to it need to be carefully considered and evaluated.
