familyfirst.org.nz Legalized drug crisis is harming young people far more than most realise The data is in and it’s becoming increasingly clear that the impacts of commercial marijuana industry are even worse than we thought, particularly for America’s young people. A new report released by Smart
New Zealand Doctors Speaking Out with Science nzdsos.com The World Health Organization (WHO) are hosting the 76th World Health Assembly in Geneva from 21 to 30 May 2023, during which time they are also celebrating their 75th anniversary. Three main issues are on the agenda this year, all of
Professional bodies have a crucial role in establishing standards of conduct and protecting the reputation of their respective professions. It is expected that their directives remain apolitical and do not infringe upon the freedom of their members to hold their own political views. However, the recent proposal by the New
lindsaymitchell.blogspot.com Massey University issued a draft Tiriti o Waitangi Policy in May 2022 to staff, students and stakeholders which expresses its “commitment to uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its associated principles”. It was prepared by the Office of the DVC Maori (Deputy Vice Chancellor Maori) to update
Winston is back. As the election draws nearer we will be hearing more and more from him. It follows a familiar pattern. He is a master at manipulating the media, who will chase him down the street for a single comment. He will come out with policies designed to attract
Yesterday, Deputy Prime Minister Carmel Sepuloni released Labour’s first election policy: that Labour remains committed to not altering the age Kiwis qualified for superannuation. She said it remains affordable, despite previous warnings by the OECD, and that Labour would continue government contributions to the fund. The National Party’s
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National party leader Christopher Luxon kicked off his ‘Get NZ back on track’ tour with his first meeting at the Birkenhead Bowling Club on Auckland’s North Shore, surprising Spinoff writer Stewart Sowman-Lund with his emerging political skills. This also coincides with a new One News Kantar poll which
Michael Bassett bassettbrashandhide.com The Mainstream Media, and especially the New Zealand Herald, regularly carry misinformed columns on the causes of the country’s low-grade economic performance over recent years. One old codger, John Gascoigne, who describes himself as “a Cambridge-based economic commentator” (not the university, alas!) correctly
Dieuwe de Boer rightminds.nz You can follow Dieuwe de Boer on Telegram or Twitter. It has been well over 3 years since Police raided my family home at dinner time on the hunt for illegal firearms. I had plenty of legal firearms in my arsenal to show them but,
Cranmer cranmer.substack.com Lawyer with over 25 years experience in some of the world’s biggest law firms. I divide my time between the UK and NZ. This Substack explores issues facing NZ at present under my nom du plume, Cranmer. Following last week’s budget, alarm bells have
A replay of yesterday morning’s A Political Agenda with Paul Brennan, Cam Slater, Olivia Pierson and Marty Gibson. Enjoy. Help Fund Our NewsDesk We are building a NewsDesk, hiring journalists and taking the fight to the mainstream media. Will you help fund our NewsDesk? * For security reasons, credit card
Did you hear Ginny Andersen get eviscerated by Mike Hosking on Wednesday morning? It was a train wreck. It also preceded National’s launching their slogan “Let’s Get New Zealand Back on Track”. Maybe Christopher Luxon was referring to Ginny Andersen and her train wreck interview. If you haven’
Not a word from any of the opposition, no headlines from the media. They seem all like moles, hiding in their holes, wanting a trouble-free existence. They take the salary with all its perks and then hope that we will be silly enough to vote for them next time.
A 10-year-old Timaru South School pupil has been hailed a hero for saving his grandma’s life when she suffered a medical event in November. Xzaviah Ruddle will be presented with St John’s Super Saver Bravery award on June 9 for calling emergency services and guiding them
Don Brash bassettbrashandhide.com A few days ago, I spoke in the Public Forum part of a Western Bay of Plenty District Council meeting. For me, this was a first – I had never spoken at a local body council meeting before. What prompted my short speech was seeing some absolutely
