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Don’t Let NZ Become a Dumping Ground
‘Fly-tipping’ incidents caught on camera by frustrated locals.
Christchurch Airport Sees a Lift in Arrivals
International visitors contributed $861 million to the South Island economy, supporting tourism operators, hospitality businesses, and the wider regional economy.
NZ Immigrants Pull Their Weight
When it comes to those who could be working, Māori are massively over-represented. Whilst colonisation continues to be blamed for Māori ‘disadvantage’, every year thousands of immigrants come to New Zealand and make a contribution.
Alleged Pyramid Scheme and Film Studios
The Commerce Commission confirmed it had opened initial enquiries into the operation.
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Quick Hit: India Trade Deal – Trust Us, We Can’t Show You
The government wants parliament to back a free-trade agreement with India. There’s just one problem: they won’t show us what’s in it.
Good Oil General Debate
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Face of the Day
Randell is reportedly set to contest the Tukituki seat, currently held by National’s Catherine Wedd.
The Good Oil Word of the Day
The word for today is… strait (noun, adjective, adverb) - noun 1a: a comparatively narrow passageway connecting two large bodies of water —often used in plural but singular in construction b: isthmus c archaic : a narrow space or passage 2: a situation of perplexity or distress —often used in plural