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- Northland’s new Kāeo Bridge officially openTransport Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed the official opening of the new State Highway 10 (SH10) Kāeo Bridge, which will improve safety and traffic flow for people heading to and from the Far North. “This is an important piece of infrastructure for the Northland region that will help members of ...4 days ago
- Government grants $6.6 million to clean up old landfill sitesThe Government has granted $6.6 million to clean up four historic New Zealand landfill and dump sites vulnerable to extreme weather events and coastal erosion. At the BlueGreens Forum in Paihia today Environment Minister Penny Simmonds said that the Contaminated Sites Remediation Fund grants will go towards fixing former landfills ...4 days ago
- Dry weather triggers extra support for farmers and growers across the top of the South IslandThe coalition Government is providing support for farmers and growers as dry conditions worsen across the top of the South Island. “Conditions on the ground across the Marlborough, Tasman, and Nelson districts are now extremely dry and likely to get worse in the coming months,” Agriculture Minister Todd McClay said. ...4 days ago
- Trade Minister heads to Abu Dhabi for key WTO negotiationsTrade Minister Todd McClay travels to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates for the 13th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) today, to take up his role as Vice Chair of the negotiations. The Ministerial Conference is the highest decision-making body within the WTO and meets every ...4 days ago
- Appointment round for King’s Counsel announcedAttorney-General Judith Collins today announced an appointment round for King’s Counsel will take place in 2024. Appointments of King’s Counsel are made by the Governor-General on the recommendation of the Attorney-General and with the concurrence of the Chief Justice. The Governor-General retains the discretion to appoint King’s Counsel in recognition ...5 days ago
- Retiring Chief of Navy thanked for his serviceDefence Minister Judith Collins has thanked the Chief of Navy, Rear Admiral David Proctor, for his service as he retires from the Royal New Zealand Navy after 37 years. Rear Admiral Proctor will retire on 16 May to take up an employment opportunity in Australia. “I would like to thank ...5 days ago
- Indonesian Vice President to visit New ZealandIndonesia’s Vice President Ma’ruf Amin will visit New Zealand next week, the first here by an Indonesian leader since 2018, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters has announced. “New Zealand and Indonesia have a strong partnership,” Mr Peters says. “The Vice President’s visit is an opportunity to discuss how we can strengthen ...5 days ago
- Government boost to fight against caulerpaThe battle to contain the fast-spreading exotic caulerpa seaweed has today received a $5 million boost to accelerate the development of removal techniques, says Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard. “The time is now to really lean in and build on the work of Biosecurity New Zealand, mana whenua, communities and local ...5 days ago
- Minister attending Australian data, digital meetingMinister for Digitising Government Judith Collins is in Sydney to attend the first Data and Digital Ministers’ Meeting of 2024. “This is a great opportunity to connect with our Australian counterparts and identify how we can work together on digital transformation,” Ms Collins says. “Both our nations are looking into ...5 days ago
- Appointments to Antarctica New Zealand BoardForeign Minister Winston Peters has appointed Leon Grice and Heather Simpson to serve on the Antarctica New Zealand board. “Since taking office, the Coalition Government has become concerned about the direction of the Scott Base Redevelopment Project,” Mr Peters says. “It is vital that Antarctica New Zealand has the right ...5 days ago
- Strengthening the Single Economic MarketFinance Minister Nicola Willis has met with Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers to discuss the opportunities to lower business costs and increase the ease with which businesses and people can operate across the Tasman. “I have met with Treasurer Chalmers and shared our new Government’s ambitious economic goals, our plans ...5 days ago
- Government to address business payment practicesThe Government will repeal the Business Payment Practices Act 2023, Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Andrew Bayly announced today. “There is a major problem with large market players imposing long payment terms and routinely paying invoices late. “However, the Business Payment Practices Act is not an effective solution and would ...5 days ago
- Greater focus on work will reduce child povertyWorsening child poverty rates support the Coalition Government’s focus on reducing the cost of living and getting people into work, Child Poverty Reduction Minister Louise Upston says. Figures released by Stats NZ today show child poverty rates have increased, with the rising cost of living, driven by inflation, making it ...6 days ago
- NZ announces new support for UkraineForeign Minister Winston Peters and Defence Minister Judith Collins have marked two years since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine by announcing further support and sanctions, and extending our military assistance. “Russia launched its illegal, full-scale invasion of Ukraine, in blatant violation of international law, including the UN Charter,” Mr Peters says. ...6 days ago
- Finance Minister to meet Australian TreasurerFinance Minister Nicola Willis will travel to Australia today to meet her Australian counterpart, Treasurer Jim Chalmers. “New Zealand and Australia have an incredibly strong trade and investment relationship. The Closer Economic Relations and Single Economic Market are powerful engines for growth on both sides of the Tasman. “I will ...6 days ago
- PM shocked and saddened at death of Efeso Collins“I am truly shocked and saddened at the news of Efeso Collins’ sudden death,” Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says. “Efeso was a good man, always friendly and kind, and a true champion and advocate for his Samoan and South Auckland communities. “Our thoughts and deepest sympathies go to his family, ...6 days ago
- Greater support for social workersThe Coalition Government is enhancing the professionalism of the social work sector and supporting the vulnerable people who rely on them, Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston says. The Social Workers Registration Legislation Amendment Bill passed its third reading in Parliament today. It amends the Social Workers Registration Legislation ...1 week ago
- Government delivers greater freedom and choice for sick New ZealandersThe coalition government is delivering on its commitment to making principled decisions by getting rid of red tape that doesn’t make sense and allowing sick New Zealanders greater freedom and choice to purchase effective cold and flu medicines. A bill amending the Misuse of Drugs Act 1975 is being introduced, and changes to the Medicines ...1 week ago
- Government begins reset of welfare systemThe Coalition Government is taking early action to curb the surge in welfare dependency that occurred under the previous government by setting out its expectations around employment and the use of benefit sanctions, Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston says. In 2017, 60,588 sanctions were applied to beneficiaries who ...1 week ago
- State of the NationKa nui te mihi kia koutou. Kia ora, good morning, talofa, malo e lelei, bula vinaka, da jia hao, namaste, sat sri akal, assalamu alaikum. Thank you for coming to my first State of the Nation as Prime Minister. Thank you for coming to a speech where I don’t just ...1 week ago
- West Coast tourism attractions officially openRegional Development Minister Shane Jones will attend the official opening of two highly anticipated tourism projects on the West Coast today – Pike29 Memorial Track, dedicated to the memory of the Pike River miners, and Pounamu Pathway. “The Pike29 Memorial Track is a way to remember and honour the men ...2 weeks ago
- Independent ferry service advisory group in placeAppointments to the Ministerial Advisory Group tasked with providing independent advice and assurance on the future of KiwiRail’s inter-island ferry service have been made, State Owned Enterprises Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “It’s important for New Zealand that KiwiRail is focused on ensuring safe, resilient, and reliable ferry services over the ...2 weeks ago
- Joint statement from the Prime Ministers of Australia, Canada, and New ZealandThe Prime Ministers of Australia, Canada and New Zealand today issued the following statement on reports of Israel’s planned military operation in Rafah. We are gravely concerned by indications that Israel is planning a ground offensive into Rafah. A military operation into Rafah would be catastrophic. About 1.5 million Palestinians ...2 weeks ago
- Govt will deliver on expanded breast screeningThe coalition Government has made the first steps in delivering on its promise to extend free breast screening to women aged 70-74, Health Minister Shane Reti says. “As part of the 100 day plan, the Government has now met with officials and discussed what is needed in order for the ...2 weeks ago
- Government announces woolshed roadshows in support of sheep farmersThe Government celebrates National Lamb Day (15 February 24) and congratulates sheep farmers on the high-quality products they continue to produce. Agriculture Minister McClay hosted bipartisan celebrations of National Lamb Day with industry representatives at Parliament this week to mark the anniversary of the first frozen lamb exports that left ...2 weeks ago
- Speech: Address to the NZ Economics ForumIt’s great to be back at the New Zealand Economics Forum. I would like to acknowledge everyone here today for your expertise and contribution, especially the Pro Vice-Chancellor, Head of the Waikato Management School, economists, students and experts alike. A year has passed since I was last before you, and ...2 weeks ago
- Government tackling high construction costsThe Government is focused on reducing sky-high construction costs to make it more affordable to build a home, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says. Stats NZ data shows the cost of building a house has increased by 41 per cent since 2019, making housing even more unaffordable for Kiwi ...2 weeks ago
- Labour’s Three Waters legislation repealedThe Coalition Government’s legislative plan to address longstanding issues with local water infrastructure and service delivery took an important step today, with the repeal of Labour’s divisive and unpopular Three Waters legislation, Local Government Minister Simeon Brown says. “Repealing this legislation is a necessary first step in implementing our Local ...2 weeks ago
- Cost of living support for beneficiary householdsThe Coalition Government is delivering on its commitment to ease the cost-of-living by increasing main benefit rates in line with inflation and ensuring the Minimum Family Tax Credit threshold remains aligned with this change, Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston says. The Social Security (Benefits Adjustment) and Income Tax ...2 weeks ago
- Government announces agriculture delegations to better support Primary sectorThe coalition Government has announced ministerial delegations to support key areas across the Primary sector to deliver for New Zealand’s food and fibre sector, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay announced today. “I will be supported in my roles as Minister of Agriculture, Trade, Forestry and Hunting and Fishing, by three Associate ...2 weeks ago
- Waikato MoU reinforces Govt’s commitment to increase NZ doctorsThe Government has taken an important step forward in addressing a critical shortage of New Zealand-trained doctors, with today’s signing of a Memorandum of Understanding for a third medical school, Minister of Health Dr Shane Reti has announced. “Today’s signing by the Ministry of Health and the University of Waikato ...2 weeks ago
- Speech – Lunar New Year 2024Annyeonghaseyo, greetings and welcome all. It is my pleasure as the Minister for Ethnic Communities to welcome you to the first Lunar New Year Event in Parliament. Thank you to our emcees for greeting us in the different languages that represent the many cultures that celebrate the Lunar New Year. ...2 weeks ago
- Marcos govt offers muted celebration of 1986 People Power revolution
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- Gore names new chief executive Debbie LascellesGore District Council finally has a new chief executive, after a fraught period of conflict between the young mayor and veteran chief executive. ...6 hours ago
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- Housing MInister Chris Bishop sets 'long-term' price target of three to five times househo...In some areas of the country, houses currently cost up to nearly 15 times household incomes. ...7 hours ago
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- Submissions Extended For The Misuse Of Drugs (Pseudoephedrine) Amendment Bill 2024
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- Recap: Follow all the latest updates in NZ politicsTe Pati Māori is accusing the coalition government of creating a "dictatorship" by introducing legislation that would abolish the Māori Health Authority under urgency. ...9 hours ago
- Health Minister to reveal Māori Health Authority replacement details during debateThe Health Minister has refused to answer questions about how his replacement for the Māori Health Authority will work, saying he prefers to explain that in Parliament. ...9 hours ago
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- Review: Miles From Nowhere is a chaotic, hilarious and loveable New Zealand comedy
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- Labour dismissive of Stuart Nash criticism over gang asset seizures: 'He's got no class�...Labour MP Willie Jackson says his party's former police minister is "grandstanding". ...11 hours ago
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- Live: Follow all the latest updates in NZ politicsAn inquiry into school property spending is worrying principals, while more is revealed in briefings to the Associate Health Minister. Follow updates with RNZ's politics blog ...18 hours ago
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Click through to Reddit thread
https://twitter.com/KyleDChurch/status/1485351056020488193
Not at all surprising. Good to read from horse's mouth. From the reddit thread:
This is an old (2009) but accurate assessment on that topic. As usual, nothing much has changed in pay scales, and covid has only made low paid jobs, highly productive jobs even harder.
https://neweconomics.org/2009/12/a-bit-rich
Obligatory pas de deux.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2AGl2M_YB0Q
Luxon on Morning Report – "I've run an airline . . ." As if that is the same as running a country! Though he probably developed his Key 'I can't recall' line while there, services to Saudi Arabia anyone?
https://www.rnz.co.nz/audio/player?audio_id=2018827784
But he reminds me . . . a bit like Aaron Gilmore: "Do you know who I am?"
Which probably explains why he took a limousine for the 200 m trip to parliament on his first day as LOTO.
A real, chip of the old keyblock, born to rule Tory.
He actually said he turned Air NZ around!
Love to hear what Fyfe has to say about that…claim.
lol – Biden did run on bringing people together I guess..
https://twitter.com/e_galv/status/1485329808255029257?s=20
Yup, mates.
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https://twitter.com/MrOlmos/status/1485309357508202506
You're right. What are people thinking?!? Everyone should go home because there's a smattering of "off-message" messaging and an obvious lack of political purity … 🙂
Oh, hang on. No successful organising ever worked from that kind of basis.
Of course, just a smattering of "off-message" messaging.
https://twitter.com/oneunderscore__/status/1485350090373955587
https://twitter.com/ZTPetrizzo/status/1485387046956978178
https://twitter.com/patriottakes/status/1485337367577772037
It's a coincidence of course that on the same day as the smattering of "off-message" messaging mob turned up wearing yellow Stars of David that shit like this was distributed in Jewish communities.
https://twitter.com/blahness/status/1485371428249739272
What do the stones mean?
I assume to make it easier to chuck the bags out of a moving car.
It's Jewish tradition to leave a stone on top of a grave. See the ending to Schindlers List – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7z2Ignq93nE
Thanks!
So that adds an implied threat of violence. What lovely people.
So…people who likening their position to that which was experienced by Jews and others are in league with people who were not there and who are clearly anti-Semitic? How's that work?
And others used "OMG! words" and hyperbole.
Any pictures of the hippies in that there twitter account of yours? No?
How many of them will catch it that day and end up gravely ill or worse.
The lady with the "shoot" sign is over the top. Hopefully the potential shooters take in to account the presence of "kidnap" in the instruction. Haven't heard of any kidnap vaccinations taking place, but it's highly likely these people have a different interpretation of what constitutes a kidnapping anyway.
edit: There sure is a disturbing sick irony claiming to be persecuted like a Jew while attacking Jews with hate messages.Bonkers of the sick variety.
Some of them will no doubt end up as an entry on
sorryantivaxxers.com
A candidate.
https://twitter.com/jdpoc/status/1485351325143605250
They're losing whatever is left of their minds.
https://twitter.com/MAGA_Translator/status/1484592265616048130
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/-will-bring-every-single-gun-loaded-parent-tells-virginia-school-offic-rcna13144
Domestic terrorist is the term isn't it?
Shame about the young Nazi guitarist, gave his life for a cause that has its foundations rooted in stupidity.
Organisers cannot control individuals who join a protest. Fair enough.
But organisers certainly have a say in who speaks at a protest, and their message. And they certainly have a say in how they respond to said speakers. And the rest of us can draw conclusions about their approval.
At what point do you say "I won't be an apologist, I want nothing to do with these people"? Sadly, your answer seems to be "never". Even when they speak openly of "Nuremberg trials" and other nonsense, you still run defence for them.
Even when they speak openly of "Nuremberg trials" and other nonsense, you still run defence for them.
It goes like this. As you know, I'm opposed to the imposition of mandates – I view them as stupid and harmful.
That opposition isn't contingent on what others opposed to the mandates think. The person next to me can be a Flat Earther for all I care. I don't have to agree with them, and I won't don't defend their views if they clash with my own. In that regard, it's much like unionism and the clatter of prejudice, such as racism, that comes with union actions.
ie, – the solidarity centres on a point or principle that many perspectives gravitate towards. All Joe's selected tweets do is serve the politics of distrust and division required by protagonists on the other side of class war.
How many people have been swayed by, and fed into the narrative that any person opposed to mandates is some kind of white supremacist, conspiracy nut, deplorable or Brian Tamaki type – such that they have never gone along to any meeting or event and checked things out for themselves?
I'm aware of many self identifying "leftists" who fall into that camp – some who have taken a further step and become willful force multipliers of state and corporate propaganda.
Ah, social alchemy. I remember it well!
In Turkey, citing a proverb in the mass media is hate speech:
Goes to show that literary criticism impacts at the top of politics. I suspect the prosecution will argue that the bull is meant to be the president by analogy. Not sure if analogical reasoning normally carries weight in law or how much political independence a Turkish court may have (or not).
According to the story, Reuters news agency reports that in 2020 more than 31,000 charges of insulting the president were filed. Doesn't say if they were all processed and judged by Turkish courts but indicates the scale of intense competition amongst the Turks. I wonder if there's a reality tv show where the insults get rated by an audience.
Obviously not an effective deterrent! Reforms must have become transformational since Midnight Express trashed the international reputation of Turkish prisons. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Midnight_Express_(film)
Kelvin McKenzie is the king of Murdoch hacks … a history of vileness (look him up if you have been lucky enough to miss his previous).
Here he shares his "thoughts" on NZ, from London, and is amusingly squashed in the replies by people actually in NZ.
It's not all one-way though. His supporters have a witty riposte, worthy of Oscar Wilde: the PM looks like a horse. Genius.
https://twitter.com/kelvmackenzie/status/1485308810008809475
Can't access that link Observer. Not sure why I'm fascinated to read his bile.
link fixed.
Can't see why it didn't embed though.