The Theories Behind CSE and Who Is Driving It
Presented by Kimberley Isherwood of Public Child Protection Wales.
NZ Politics
This Trial Exposes Deep Council Issues
Council staff often wield more influence than the people elected to oversee them. There is nothing wrong with encouraging cycling or easing congestion. But public infrastructure must reflect reality. Not ideology.
What Happened to Objectivity, Balance and Honesty?
Objectivity and balance were once the basic tenets of journalism, but the current generation has been encouraged to ignore them. The mainstream media simply ignored views that don’t conform to their own. Or if they acknowledge them, it is only so they could be derided.
Winston Peters Gives Media the Finger, and We’re Here for It
The media’s trust deficit isn’t Peters’ fault – it’s yours. You’ve spent years eroding your own credibility with clickbait, bias and a holier-than-thou attitude.
Boos for Luxon as Discontent Grows
If a prime minister is being booed at a netball final, it raises a bigger question. Are voters already looking elsewhere ahead of the 2026 election?
These Study Results Are Baffling the Researchers
The theory that unconditional cash improves child development amongst the poor has been dealt a significant blow.
Trump’s Tariffs Gives New Zealand Plenty to Think About
On the wider geopolitical front, the US tariff decision will raise questions over New Zealand’s strategy for handling Donald Trump’s United States.
Legalised Abortion in NZ (Part 6)
Every life that is saved makes it worthwhile. And it seems that the ‘safe areas’ are not changing that.
Government Moves to Replace NCEA
If adopted, the changes would be phased in starting from 2026, with the new national curriculum first, followed by the Foundational Skills Award in 2028, and the new Certificates of Education for Years 12 and 13 in 2029 and 2030.
Not a Crisis for Those Who Profit
So when austerity is demanded and rates rise, it’s not just financial necessity – it’s the machinery of a profit-driven system operating on the city’s lifeblood. The question remains, are we managing our city for the public good or for private profit?
This Is a Critical Decision
Let’s not underestimate the significance of the 42 council referendums (see below for the full list of councils).
The Good Oil Podcast – Episode 12 – Himanshu (Ash) Parmar
In episode 12 of The Good Oil Podcast, Cam is joined by Kiwi-Indian entrepreneur and former ACT candidate Ash Parmar.
When the World Rewards Rejectionism, Peace Dies
Peace does not come through rewarding violence. It comes through shared responsibility – and truth.
They Fled to NZ Because of Trump’s EO
Trump announces ‘there are only two sexes’. Mother responds, ‘It’s important that we not raise our children hearing that sort of hateful speech,’ and moves her family to ‘progressive’ New Zealand