Taxation Realities
Direct taxes have a negative economic impact and ultimately result in a lesser take than if they didn’t exist.
NZ Politics
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
Republished with Permission Author: Bryce Edwards WAITANGI, MĀORI-CROWN RELATIONS Adam Pearse & Julia Gabel (Herald): Te Pāti Māori to demand a new Te Tiriti Commissioner to audit Government policy Glenn McConnell (Stuff): Te Pāti Māori issues coalition ultimatum, naming Treaty Commissioner as a 'bottom line' RNZ: Te
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.
‘Free’ School Lunches: Why?
While school lunches may seem small beer to some, they are a marker of a society steadily moving away from personal responsibility. And that’s not trivial.
News Briefing: 4 February 2025
Republished with Permission Author: Bryce Edwards WAITANGI, MĀORI-CROWN RELATIONS Laura Walters (Newsroom): Waitangi sets the scene for political fireworks, Shane Jones calls for calm Glenn McConnell (Stuff): A stark contrast as David Seymour’s hapū welcomes National MPs Glenn McConnell (Stuff): Waitangi prepares for 50,000 visitors as Treaty
Seymour Gets It, Pretty Sure Winston Does Too...Will Luxon?
The climate scam is dead: David Seymour knows it but does Christopher Luxon?