Andew Mountbatten-Windsor after his arrest for suspicion of wrong doing in public office (Reuters). You might ask what has a future New Zealand republic got to do with one of the worst sexual predators in recent history, a man who influenced some of the most powerful people in the world. And you would be right … Continue reading Time for New Zealand to become a Republic
Waitangi Day: a time for N.Z. to reflect on the Treaty
Every year 06 February, New Zealand commemorates the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi (Te Tiriti o Waitangi), at the Treaty Grounds and other locations around the country. It is a time for the iwi/hapu and politicians to come together and acknowledge the progress made and the progress still to happen. In 2026, with iwi/Crown … Continue reading Waitangi Day: a time for N.Z. to reflect on the Treaty
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
Concerning level of anti-Indian hatred in N.Z. social media
An image of N.Z. First Deputy Leader Shane Jones, who has criticised Indian migration. In December 2025, the Sikh community in Auckland staged a march, following escalating criticism and commentary bordering on hate speech. Part way through the march, a Brian Tamaki affiliated group intercepted them and disrupted the protest. The protest, which coming from … Continue reading Concerning level of anti-Indian hatred in N.Z. social media
New Zealand votes: 07 November 2026
There is an unwritten but generally accepted practice among Governments to make sure that whatever Saturday is set down for the elections, that it does not clash with a foreseen event - e.g. Rugby Championship match, a major international event likely to overshadow it such as a general election in Australia. In 2026, the reasoning … Continue reading New Zealand votes: 07 November 2026
