The Prime Minister of New Zealand, Christopher Luxon gave his State of the Nation address to the Auckland Chamber of Commerce today. It was a bunch of "managerial mumbo jumbo" said Opposition Leader Chris Hipkins. Indeed, it may seem so. But not only that, the speech, which was exclusively focussed on the economy, failed to … Continue reading State of New Zealand: the 2026 Mumbo Jumbo edition
N.Z. needs to act against the Islamic Republic
It's time for the Islamic Republic to go.
Outlook for New Zealand in 2026
Are stormy skies a metaphor for New Zealand in election year? (R. Glennie) 2026 begins overcast, with black clouds of various kinds hanging around New Zealand. I do not just mean the thunderstorms that have been striking various parts of the country over the last week, or the deluges that have come from them. The … Continue reading Outlook for New Zealand in 2026
Political winners and losers in New Zealand for 2025
It is that time of year again when the political pundits roll out their nominees for best and worst political performances of 2025. Former Three News reporter, and now TV1 Breakfast co-host (in the new year) Tova O'Brien has just commissioned her take on New Zealand politics for the year. The L.O.M. (Loudmouth Obnoxious Minister) … Continue reading Political winners and losers in New Zealand for 2025
The National M.P. who wants to support Maori broadcasting
Last week was Scrutiny Week. It is a week where bosses of various public service agencies go to Parliament and explain what they are doing in their agencies and why the Government should support them. Meet Greg Fleming, National Party, Member for Maungakiekie and supporter of Te Mangai Paho (T.M.P.), the agency responsible for enabling … Continue reading The National M.P. who wants to support Maori broadcasting
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