Leftist Kiwi Writes Emergencies/Natural Hazards

Government unacceptably laissez faire on N.Z natural hazard risk

As we progress into the 7th year of this decade, one thing that has been striking for me is the number of natural hazard events that have occurred here. And how, despite the frequency, the Government seems wedded to the same levels of investment and concern. Which is a concern. Since the start of the … Continue reading Government unacceptably laissez faire on N.Z natural hazard risk

Leftist Kiwi Writes Economy, Employment, N.Z. National Party, New Zealand Affairs, Political Parties

Decline in services a danger to N.Z. rural communities

A N.Z. Post store in Auckland. (Google Maps) This is a bit of a grumble about large businesses closing and the socio-economic devastation they leave behind, the trends and some local observations. It stems from the announcement by New Zealand Post that 140+ stores are closing (more on that later), and the apparent lack of … Continue reading Decline in services a danger to N.Z. rural communities

Leftist Kiwi Writes Biosecurity, Economy, Health, New Zealand Affairs, Uncategorised

Yellow Legged Hornet: A Threat to New Zealand’s Ecosystem

The Yellow Legged Hornet has been found in Auckland (123rf). Meet the Yellow Legged Hornet (hereafter v. velutina). This most unwelcome insect has been discovered in Auckland. Nobody is quite sure how long it has been here, but the multiple reports of confirmed sightings suggest it is unfortunately somewhat established. For beekeepers, horticulture, viticulture and … Continue reading Yellow Legged Hornet: A Threat to New Zealand’s Ecosystem