NZ Politics
NZ Politics Daily: 12 November 2024
Republished with Permission Author: Bryce Edwards ABUSE IN CARE Steve Goodlass (Spinoff): For abuse in care survivors, an apology without action means nothing Stephen Winter (Newsroom): Apology will be hollow without meaningful legal and system changes Laura Walters (Newsroom): The big apology is here, including one from the Solicitor-General
Ayesha Verrall Cops Another One in the Chook
Perhaps the Auditor-General should look at the wonky advice manufactured to push an agenda from the Ministry of Health instead, after declining to investigate the Government’s decision to cut excise tax on heated tobacco products.
A Door Is Starting to Open
The blocks to public discussion in America and on the world stage will be lessened if not removed. New Zealand is not so isolated that this will not trickle through our borders into the public narrative.
Here’s Why Trump Won and How
I have no doubt Trump will do a great job, not just for Americans but for all of us living in the free world. A strong leader is needed right now and Trump is the best person for the rough and rocky road ahead.
The Right of Rebuttal: David Parker
Former Revenue Minister David Parker replies to our blog referencing capital taxes, which will likely dominate debate at the next election.
Council Admits Cr Bydder Was Right
Thanks to all the Cambridge people who stood up with me and everyone from around the country who supported us. I will keep fighting.
Trump’s Win Reflects a Major Political Shift in the US and NZ
The gist of Key’s observation does seem equally apt – there’s a transformation going on, and anyone interested in politics, economy and society would be wise to seriously try to understand what’s going on.
NZ Politics Daily: 11 November 2024
Republished with Permission Author: Bryce Edwards TREATY OF WAITANGI, PROTEST HĪKOI Claire Trevett (Herald): David Seymour’s Treaty Principles Bill has political rewards for Act and Te Pāti Māori – but not for PM Christopher Luxon (paywalled) Jo Moir (RNZ): Treaty Principles Bill to put rookie MPs to the test Glenn
Face of the Day
Sir Robert Gillies, known universally as Bom (Koro Bombom to his mokopuna) passed away on Thursday, November 7, in Rotorua. He was 99.
One of Harris’ Big Mistakes
Taking rubbish advice from former NZ Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern.
He Is Back!
Early reflections on the results of the United States election, and how I think we can say that the results show a clear divide between the 'elites' and people at large.
We Need to Transform Our Future
To put it into perspective, the value of the 1974 scheme would have far eclipsed the combined value of the New Zealand Super Fund at $79 billion, KiwiSaver at $110 billion, and the stock exchange at $165 billion.
NZ Politics Daily: 8 November 2024
Republished with Permission Author: Bryce Edwards US ELECTION, FOREIGN AFFAIRS, TRADE Claire Trevett (Herald): The President Donald Trump-Jacinda Ardern combo did not go well but how will PM Christopher Luxon handle a Trump charm offensive? (paywalled) Thomas Manch (Post): New Zealand wanted greater ‘strategic alignment’ with the US - what
An Update on the Tamaki Trial
Of the thousands upon thousands of people who attended those demonstrations, it appears the only people identified and prosecuted were Brian and Hannah Tamaki, and their friends.
Actually Rob, the Opposite Would Be Better
Rob Campbell believes in a fantasy and is writing fairy tales about it – that the Public Service Commissioner needs to be free from political interference.