Peace and quiet - then hand over PM today? The media will go bananas with cutsie baby stories while the public arent particularly interested. Hopefully the media circus wont last too long after the birth, so we can get back to fixing NZ.
Its not an analogy, its a direct comparison. The remark is derogatory in tone and can be cons1d by the recipient as being derogatory. It was out of order just as this name calling is and your inability to see the similarity means we cannot take what you say seriously.
Families always cost and there are plenty of middleclass battlers out there struggling. Manage your money well, get your children earning their own keep and consider a second job - secondary tax has been abolished.
Awesome outcome and I say that as a centre/leftie.Little was out of touch with NZ public. The legislation was working, as proved in statistics of increased prison numbers. The real question for Minister of Corrections is how to reduce that number long term through rehabilitation programs aimed at the dirt bags, not career crims.Now its down the mines with you Little, led from the front mate, lol
Media really have no clue about getting their grubby little hooks into peoples personal lives.What is worse than Bill with Pizza and Johnnie in his dressing gown? Wait and see eh Stuff?Media has become as irrelevant as the National party
Sometimes you just have to take whats offer. 16% was never realistic but there has been progress made. Hopefully both sides can compromise and settle this without an axe being waved over our childrens heads
Parliament is just noise and puerile banter and pitiful behaviour from so called public servants.Do politicians think the way they behave ingratiates themselves to the public? It just destroys their confidence and any respect they may have
It was previously 3.4% in 2016 according to LIZ, so little change there. In Auckland, foreign buyers accounted for 900 of the properties bought in the April to June quarter. for same period. That figure equates to 5% of the total . Foreign buyers to register with the Inland Revenue and the Chinese Governments crackdown on illegal financial transfers out of China who are the biggest buyers so it has less impact now than the period 2014-2016 when it peaked. While the impact is not as dramatic as Labour has said - it is an impact nonetheless, especially with prices and data gathered is obfuscated by Trusts.I know the right wing support high immigration and foreign ownership but this cannot be sustained in NZ housing market. Glad the new Govt is trying to curb this and to address some of the problems in the housing market
The PM calls the shots and they have cabinet at their backs to support them. Yes this is a Winnie calling the shots as he is supposed to do. Im sure Ardern isnt sweating it as she knew there was a long way to go before three strikes law could be repealed.I just want to see Andy go down the mines like he said he would - after Winnie of course
Except the official figure of 3.3% is really only a guesstimate. It will be much higher than that and the Govt are intent on reducing it and so they should
According to estimates Aussies and Chinese were buying up to 57% of residential houses before changes. (Radio NZ). LINZ official figures are much less but do not include Trusts.However Australians can buy property in NZ, so are exempt because of our CER relations
From my perspective as a father I would have wanted 6 weeks before and 6 months after, a year if possible. However being in the office of Prime Minister of New Zealand and under contract if you like, she doesnt have those choices.
Who has the most working groups is your gripe? Really - given the state of the nation after 9 years of National? This Govt needs to keep moving forwards and the naysayers are just ballast
It is actually higher than that but has reduced since foreign buyers are required to register with the Inland Revenue and the Chinese Governments crackdown on illegal financial transfers out of China ,who are the biggest buyer,s so it has less impact now than the period 2014-2016 when it peaked. We know LINZ official figures but the question is what is the reality?
This will upset the Nat brigade because they may have to bring reusable bags but this is fine for most of us and Im happy to see Countdown being proactive and leading the charge
Its NZ so why not construct another Mall from Cardboard?Earthquakes....meh never happen. Global warming a myth. Who needs solar anyway?About time Councils get a boot aimed squarely at their butts
There are always those who wish to cast aspersions so as to raise doubt, misinformation or over the proceedings. However it never worked with glasnost and will not deter us from moving forward. The world wants peace and we are getting on with it.
There was always a difference between cooking the stuff and smoking the stuff in houses. Ignorance is no excuse. However to consider smoking P inside is harmless to children is a stretch
Jones is over stepping the mark by telling business what to do as you say.However Damien OConnor said it was not in the interests of farmers, dairy manufacturers, consumers or the NZ economy to let key DIRA provisions expire in the South Island. (May 31), since the Govt is strategically reviewing NZ Dairy -By rolling over the Act and committing ourselves to a wide-ranging review we are taking a considered and strategic approach to the changing needs of the dairy industry, OConnor said.
Sounds like the thing to do to reduce numbers and allow residents to see their own country. Now to cap tourists at 2m per year and tax them an arrival tax, sort out freedom camping and we have the happy balance again
Disingenious, there are a raft of changes proposed so it was the timing and not the removal is the issue if the proposal can truly addresses problems of parole and bail laws.Personally I dont see the three strikes as broke but are we seeing more violent criminals locked up because of it - or just drunk drivers?
Numbers say three strikes is working i.e more people in prison. This isnt a long term solution and as a reaction to poor bail laws and poor judicial system where judges are lenient.Two types of crims, career crims and drop kicks. Drop kicks can be rehabilitated and thats where the focus needs to be
Sight unseen? Happens at Auctions all the time until this property frenzy finally abates. Interest rate rises are just around the corner and one (not me) can only imagine what sort of a mortgage is need for a $900k house
Its working well but Beneficiaries should also be automatically enrolled with government-funded contributions and fees capped for all Govt backed providers
Scientists estimate that at 39 trillion tonnes. Yes trillions not billions. Last week a whale was caught off Australia with 7.7 kgs in its stomach. Yes, its a problem alright
Jones has a point, even if it shouldnt have been made publically.Wouldnt expect farmers to support anything contradicts their myopic self centred view of the world
Good initiative. However NZ should look to introduce anti-gang legislation that has been used in Australia to curb the rise in NZ.Gangs is a growth industry and responsible for nearly all of the Meth trade. Stop them.
If the Govt cannot stop the Petrol Cartel from price manipulation across NZ to compensate for Regional fuel tax then yes it becomes ineffectual and other funding methods need to be sought or all NZ end up paying.What bothers me is the proposal for Councils to charge fuel levies! Say no to that
Courts? You obviously have no experience. This ends up in Youth Court which is far more concillory than focussed on punishment. Its a great process but not a deterrent
Alcohol is the leading killer thats a fact but why are we ignoring drugs and other impairment?Get Scientific devices that work to tell if drugs were ingested within 4 hours of driving. Seems a lot of difficulty getting this done
Corporal punishment might work in some instances for teenage boys but really whats the point of it. If you have to resort to that tactic then there is a loss of control. New rooms? Maybe have a competition on designing a room with a budget from drawing, contract and deciding by committee which design and by which contractor?
If Auckland are to fund transport plan to solve their woes then it comes down to the promises fuel tax or road tolls to fund it. Unless there are some alternatives then this remains the answer?
Nats have done nothing all the while P epidemic increases. Typical Nat decrys a Govt looking to handle the problem because they couldnt/wouldnt.Another Nat failure is the increase of gang related crime sinc 2011
Education needs and curriculum are constantly changing as is our childrens place in the world. NCEA must evolve as necessary to keep our education standards high
Teachers do training, research, paper work, organising and lesson planning etc. during holidays. Did you think they went on a cruise to Tahiti every holiday? Full of it.
The median Wage of 48,000 has almost outpaced teachers salaries over time (higher in Auckland). In terms of median Salary, NZ$53,712 is for an Personal Assistant In real terms, mean total CEO compensation is up 114 % in 17 years while mean real worker income is up 26 % , just to put that into perspective.
Critic Magazine was always low brow humour and offensive to some. Its harmless, although some would expect more from University students than this useless tripe
Yes he has and I have watched him perform outstandingly for the Hurricanes on many occasions. Now its his shot at the big time so dont begrudge him that or try and second guess selectors, get behind him
Stop crying about loopholes being closed and paying your share of taxes and insulating homes for tenants, If you cannot afford to be a landlord then invest somewhere else and leave it up to professional landlords
Government appoints 11-strong advisory panel to overhaul welfare system
Need to consider how we can break the inter generational cycle of dependence.
Jacinda Ardern to remain in charge of NZ until she gets to hospital
Peace and quiet - then hand over PM today? The media will go bananas with cutsie baby stories while the public arent particularly interested. Hopefully the media circus wont last too long after the birth, so we can get back to fixing NZ.
Meth tester: Govt report could kill clean-up industry
Bennet pretended that HNZ contamination was in epidemic proportions, as justification for National Govt to sell State Houses for cash
Simon Bridges says no evidence one of his MPs called Jacinda Ardern stupid little girl
Its not an analogy, its a direct comparison. The remark is derogatory in tone and can be cons1d by the recipient as being derogatory. It was out of order just as this name calling is and your inability to see the similarity means we cannot take what you say seriously.
Meth tester: Govt report could kill clean-up industry
And people who create the problem politically, to justify selling off state houses was who?
Nationals deadline approaches for Speaker to respond over remark
Neither could out do Carter as being the absolute pits
High-paid families feeling the squeeze
Families always cost and there are plenty of middleclass battlers out there struggling. Manage your money well, get your children earning their own keep and consider a second job - secondary tax has been abolished.
Auckland councillors send letter of 'no confidence' to Mayor Phil Goff
Goff and a lot of councillors live in fantasy land and feel the need to spend more than is earned.
Government's three strikes repeal killed by NZ First
Awesome outcome and I say that as a centre/leftie.Little was out of touch with NZ public. The legislation was working, as proved in statistics of increased prison numbers. The real question for Minister of Corrections is how to reduce that number long term through rehabilitation programs aimed at the dirt bags, not career crims.Now its down the mines with you Little, led from the front mate, lol
Ombudsman launches investigation into Auckland stadium report complaints
What was Labour Parties gain (his departure) has now become ACC loss (mayoral election)
AM Show shatters Clarke Gayford's deck dreams in Jacinda Ardern interview
Media really have no clue about getting their grubby little hooks into peoples personal lives.What is worse than Bill with Pizza and Johnnie in his dressing gown? Wait and see eh Stuff?Media has become as irrelevant as the National party
'My son doesn't feel safe there' - mother of boy assaulted at south Auckland school
What a useless School. If they ignore the problem then send the boy to another one.
Primary teachers' union attacks new Ministry of Education pay offer
Sometimes you just have to take whats offer. 16% was never realistic but there has been progress made. Hopefully both sides can compromise and settle this without an axe being waved over our childrens heads
Meth tester: Govt report could kill clean-up industry
P unacceptable - why would you think anything else?Seems you have missed the point entirely
Christchurch cycleway nearing completion after houses demolished
Councils dont have referendums, they have long term plans which ratepayers make submissions on - or not in most cases.
Simon Bridges says no evidence one of his MPs called Jacinda Ardern stupid little girl
Parliament is just noise and puerile banter and pitiful behaviour from so called public servants.Do politicians think the way they behave ingratiates themselves to the public? It just destroys their confidence and any respect they may have
High-paid families feeling the squeeze
Actually those earning $80-110k pay most tax - Proportionately
Meth tester: Govt report could kill clean-up industry
Dont hold your breath.
3 per cent of house sales to foreigners
It was previously 3.4% in 2016 according to LIZ, so little change there. In Auckland, foreign buyers accounted for 900 of the properties bought in the April to June quarter. for same period. That figure equates to 5% of the total . Foreign buyers to register with the Inland Revenue and the Chinese Governments crackdown on illegal financial transfers out of China who are the biggest buyers so it has less impact now than the period 2014-2016 when it peaked. While the impact is not as dramatic as Labour has said - it is an impact nonetheless, especially with prices and data gathered is obfuscated by Trusts.I know the right wing support high immigration and foreign ownership but this cannot be sustained in NZ housing market. Glad the new Govt is trying to curb this and to address some of the problems in the housing market
Government's three strikes repeal killed by NZ First
The PM calls the shots and they have cabinet at their backs to support them. Yes this is a Winnie calling the shots as he is supposed to do. Im sure Ardern isnt sweating it as she knew there was a long way to go before three strikes law could be repealed.I just want to see Andy go down the mines like he said he would - after Winnie of course
Green Party members revolt over water bottling decision
No exporting of bottled water period. Stand up for some principles
3 per cent of house sales to foreigners
Except the official figure of 3.3% is really only a guesstimate. It will be much higher than that and the Govt are intent on reducing it and so they should
Should Israel Folau have been fired?
Media gives him oxygen. Folau can only be fired if he has breached terms of his employment. Thats the law, the rest is only noise
Government's three strikes repeal killed by NZ First
Get rid of Little you mean? Yep great idea cut the deadwood. There is always going to be a portfolio reshuffle as is the nature of things
Private fireworks display causes anguish to local Waitoki residents
All for fun and freedom but some neighbours are just an inconsiderate bunch and dont even inform their own neighbours or invite them to the party.
Workers picket Auckland Farmers store calling for fair pay
Picketing is one thing, strikes quite another. A fair days wage for a fair days work is all workers are asking for
Air NZ price hikes blamed on operational costs
They better tighten their belts because more competition is on its way
Government's three strikes repeal killed by NZ First
If he did or not he miscon1d their intentions and never truly had their support. This is democracy and Little is a loser
3 per cent of house sales to foreigners
According to estimates Aussies and Chinese were buying up to 57% of residential houses before changes. (Radio NZ). LINZ official figures are much less but do not include Trusts.However Australians can buy property in NZ, so are exempt because of our CER relations
Duncan Garner: Stay calm, everyone, Winstons got this
From my perspective as a father I would have wanted 6 weeks before and 6 months after, a year if possible. However being in the office of Prime Minister of New Zealand and under contract if you like, she doesnt have those choices.
Opposition leader Simon Bridges wants Nick Smith to continue
Who has the most working groups is your gripe? Really - given the state of the nation after 9 years of National? This Govt needs to keep moving forwards and the naysayers are just ballast
Marc Hinton: If he's such a proud Kiwi, why won't Steven Adams play for NZ?
Hes professional and busy. Sorry Tall blacks, may be next year.
3 per cent of house sales to foreigners
It is actually higher than that but has reduced since foreign buyers are required to register with the Inland Revenue and the Chinese Governments crackdown on illegal financial transfers out of China ,who are the biggest buyer,s so it has less impact now than the period 2014-2016 when it peaked. We know LINZ official figures but the question is what is the reality?
Duncan Garner: Stay calm, everyone, Winstons got this
The words from that interview when he cuts the whole room of reporters was priceless.
Countdown removes plastic from its own products, ban plastic straws
This will upset the Nat brigade because they may have to bring reusable bags but this is fine for most of us and Im happy to see Countdown being proactive and leading the charge
Unreasonable shops trying to buck the Consumer Guarantees Act
Although the CGA doesnt apply as you have pointed out, Sale of Goods Act which requires products to be of merchantable quality will still apply.
Seismic report finds 50 shops in Lower Hutt's Queensgate mall are quake-prone
Its NZ so why not construct another Mall from Cardboard?Earthquakes....meh never happen. Global warming a myth. Who needs solar anyway?About time Councils get a boot aimed squarely at their butts
Duncan Garner: Stay calm, everyone, Winstons got this
Stick with something - like politics and eventually you will be rewarded. There is a lesson there for you young ones
Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un chat over Singapore summit lunch of beef short ribs
There are always those who wish to cast aspersions so as to raise doubt, misinformation or over the proceedings. However it never worked with glasnost and will not deter us from moving forward. The world wants peace and we are getting on with it.
Spark gets heavy about Agile
Agile is a much better development framework for ICT projects. However its doubtful Spark know what its doing
Queens Birthday Honours: Former Prime Minister Bill English made a knight
Coleman, Brownlee, Collins, Bennett and Smith must be lining up next?
Judith Collins joins preferred PM rankings - Labour, Greens still ahead in poll
No surprises there in the polls, since the Labour Coalition are performing quite well
Queens Birthday Honours: Former Prime Minister Bill English made a knight
Full lifelong pension for doing a job, what ever the outcome. Clark and Lange thought that was enough and they didnt require knighthoods
The meth house is a myth: Theres no risk from drug smoking residue, Govt report finds
There was always a difference between cooking the stuff and smoking the stuff in houses. Ignorance is no excuse. However to consider smoking P inside is harmless to children is a stretch
Private fireworks display causes anguish to local Waitoki residents
I spoke to the council by-laws officer who issued him a permit last year. Says it all really, he had a permit
Larger landfill levy and Aucklanders laziness in sights of Govt recycling taskforce
Scientists estimate 3.9 trillion tonnes of plastics are in the sea.
Queens Birthday Honours: Former Prime Minister Bill English made a knight
Tradition to Knight useless right wing zealots. Keep it up because Queens orders are meaningless now
Primary teachers' union attacks new Ministry of Education pay offer
Maybe they should and kids can teach themselves?
Queens Birthday Honours: Former Prime Minister Bill English made a knight
Thumbs up for being in the majority then
New Zealands moose hunt: A century-long quest for a forests final secret
A wild moose chase driven by blind hope and not logic
Shane Jones tears strips off Fonterra and says the chairman should catch the next cab out of town
Jones is over stepping the mark by telling business what to do as you say.However Damien OConnor said it was not in the interests of farmers, dairy manufacturers, consumers or the NZ economy to let key DIRA provisions expire in the South Island. (May 31), since the Govt is strategically reviewing NZ Dairy -By rolling over the Act and committing ourselves to a wide-ranging review we are taking a considered and strategic approach to the changing needs of the dairy industry, OConnor said.
Backlash feared over price hikes for overseas visitors staying in Abel Tasman
Sounds like the thing to do to reduce numbers and allow residents to see their own country. Now to cap tourists at 2m per year and tax them an arrival tax, sort out freedom camping and we have the happy balance again
Larger landfill levy and Aucklanders laziness in sights of Govt recycling taskforce
Main sources of plastics arepackaging and also construction and agricultural plastics
Opposition leader Simon Bridges wants Nick Smith to continue
Needs a makeover and a rebrand, maybe new curtains at Nat headquarters, NHQ
New Waikeria prison to have 100-bed mental health facility
Disingenious, there are a raft of changes proposed so it was the timing and not the removal is the issue if the proposal can truly addresses problems of parole and bail laws.Personally I dont see the three strikes as broke but are we seeing more violent criminals locked up because of it - or just drunk drivers?
Queens Birthday Honours: Former Prime Minister Bill English made a knight
Winston went with the policies that best aligned with NZF and Nats wasnt it. Keep living in denial if it helps swallow defeat
Queens Birthday Honours: Former Prime Minister Bill English made a knight
Useless PM and Finance Minister but ace Pizza maker
Tracey Goodall got the $150,000 job no-one wanted - and she's loving it
She might give you your own golf cart
Opposition leader Simon Bridges wants Nick Smith to continue
Not unexpected that there will be more senior party members retiring before the next election. Who will be next?
Crime and common sense: emotions and expertise in the three strikes debate
Numbers say three strikes is working i.e more people in prison. This isnt a long term solution and as a reaction to poor bail laws and poor judicial system where judges are lenient.Two types of crims, career crims and drop kicks. Drop kicks can be rehabilitated and thats where the focus needs to be
Duncan Garner: Stay calm, everyone, Winstons got this
Pollss confirm your statement is correct. The great NZ sellout has ceased and we are rebuilding our nation from destruction and greed
The South Island towns (and city) fighting chlorinated drinking water
Chlorine is foul tasting stuff but at least it makes water safe to drink
A tale of luck and privilege: The kid I grew up over the fence from just shot someone
Funnel money towards compulsory parenting course for beneficiaries for starters and free/optional for the rest
Drug-impaired drivers now involved in more fatal crashes than drink-drivers
No she is Transport Minister and hopefully her part does support decriminalising cannabis and a referendum to decide
Buying Blind: Is handing over your life savings a leap of faith or crazy stupid?
Sight unseen? Happens at Auctions all the time until this property frenzy finally abates. Interest rate rises are just around the corner and one (not me) can only imagine what sort of a mortgage is need for a $900k house
Queens Birthday Honours: Former Prime Minister Bill English made a knight
2 and 7 for Bill. There, I knew if I thought long enough there was something positive about him
Searching the depths of Zealandia's lower lake
Lol, very topical
Drug-impaired drivers now involved in more fatal crashes than drink-drivers
No cause and effect in this poor AA survey. However numbers prove a problem through increase risk to road safety
Christchurch cycleway nearing completion after houses demolished
Build it and they will come. This by definition means CCC needs to monitor and track numbers to see if the cost is justified long term
Primary teachers' union attacks new Ministry of Education pay offer
$58k sounds reasonable for a new professional. I pay more than that for qualified graduates in my field of expertise but horse for courses
Here's how KiwiSaver needs to change, experts say
Its working well but Beneficiaries should also be automatically enrolled with government-funded contributions and fees capped for all Govt backed providers
Countdown removes plastic from its own products, ban plastic straws
Scientists estimate that at 39 trillion tonnes. Yes trillions not billions. Last week a whale was caught off Australia with 7.7 kgs in its stomach. Yes, its a problem alright
Green Party members revolt over water bottling decision
We need our own fresh water more than a handful of jobs
Fonterra farmers mixed over John Wilson's future
Jones has a point, even if it shouldnt have been made publically.Wouldnt expect farmers to support anything contradicts their myopic self centred view of the world
Police aim to seize millions from gangs, new cabinet paper reveals
Good initiative. However NZ should look to introduce anti-gang legislation that has been used in Australia to curb the rise in NZ.Gangs is a growth industry and responsible for nearly all of the Meth trade. Stop them.
The Auckland fuel tax always looked doomed, just not quite this quickly
If the Govt cannot stop the Petrol Cartel from price manipulation across NZ to compensate for Regional fuel tax then yes it becomes ineffectual and other funding methods need to be sought or all NZ end up paying.What bothers me is the proposal for Councils to charge fuel levies! Say no to that
Tourists could be taxed to enter New Zealand under new proposal
Yes, if we can cap it at 2 million then all the better
Duncan Garner: Stay calm, everyone, Winstons got this
Yes he made the statement and not in a pub either, publicly. So I would like to see that?
'My son doesn't feel safe there' - mother of boy assaulted at south Auckland school
Courts? You obviously have no experience. This ends up in Youth Court which is far more concillory than focussed on punishment. Its a great process but not a deterrent
Drug-impaired drivers now involved in more fatal crashes than drink-drivers
Alcohol is the leading killer thats a fact but why are we ignoring drugs and other impairment?Get Scientific devices that work to tell if drugs were ingested within 4 hours of driving. Seems a lot of difficulty getting this done
The 'corporal punishment' schools: Break down the walls, break down the 'outdated' system
Corporal punishment might work in some instances for teenage boys but really whats the point of it. If you have to resort to that tactic then there is a loss of control. New rooms? Maybe have a competition on designing a room with a budget from drawing, contract and deciding by committee which design and by which contractor?
The Auckland fuel tax always looked doomed, just not quite this quickly
If Auckland are to fund transport plan to solve their woes then it comes down to the promises fuel tax or road tolls to fund it. Unless there are some alternatives then this remains the answer?
Larger landfill levy and Aucklanders laziness in sights of Govt recycling taskforce
Yes less tax both consumers and producers. That will work
Police aim to seize millions from gangs, new cabinet paper reveals
Nats have done nothing all the while P epidemic increases. Typical Nat decrys a Govt looking to handle the problem because they couldnt/wouldnt.Another Nat failure is the increase of gang related crime sinc 2011
Here's how KiwiSaver needs to change, experts say
Dont have any problems with compulsory Super, in all its many guises
Tourists could be taxed to enter New Zealand under new proposal
No not another new tax. I know Nats seem to struggle a bit with these things but an arrival tax isnt new.
Winston Peters and Shane Jones double down on Fonterra attack
Seriously accurate alright but some things are left unsaid, unless you are being hoist of your own pertard. Farmers need to open their eyes.
A complete overhaul of NCEA level one has been recommended to Government
Education needs and curriculum are constantly changing as is our childrens place in the world. NCEA must evolve as necessary to keep our education standards high
Fonterra farmers mixed over John Wilson's future
Farmers are like sheep and just do what they are told even if CEO cant cut it
The restaurant where meals come from waste and you pay what you like
Wouldnt work for me, I would pay too much.One could call this innovative and Im sure there will be plenty of local support
Tourists could be taxed to enter New Zealand under new proposal
Make it $50 with compulsory travel insurance to cover the $400m in health costs tourist rack up
New Zealand's oldest craft beer brewery is far younger than you think
Micro brewing really has revived the industry and kept big players honest.
Fonterra farmers mixed over John Wilson's future
Being a neoliberalist you would wish multi-national companies run the country like in USA. Never going to happen, your dreamin
Primary teachers' union attacks new Ministry of Education pay offer
Teachers do training, research, paper work, organising and lesson planning etc. during holidays. Did you think they went on a cruise to Tahiti every holiday? Full of it.
Primary teachers' union attacks new Ministry of Education pay offer
The median Wage of 48,000 has almost outpaced teachers salaries over time (higher in Auckland). In terms of median Salary, NZ$53,712 is for an Personal Assistant In real terms, mean total CEO compensation is up 114 % in 17 years while mean real worker income is up 26 % , just to put that into perspective.
Government health and safety decisions spawn big business
So Fletchers demise is about compliance costs and not poor management? Supply figures to back that up
Being cold and rationing heating is now normal in New Zealand
Is wholesale regulation of the electricity market or nationalisation by the Govt buying bulk and on selling really an option?
Otago University student magazine Critic hits back at censorship with new edition
Critic Magazine was always low brow humour and offensive to some. Its harmless, although some would expect more from University students than this useless tripe
Jordie Barrett gets the nod at fullback for All Blacks, Waisake Naholo omitted
Yes he has and I have watched him perform outstandingly for the Hurricanes on many occasions. Now its his shot at the big time so dont begrudge him that or try and second guess selectors, get behind him
Government health and safety decisions spawn big business
Stop crying about loopholes being closed and paying your share of taxes and insulating homes for tenants, If you cannot afford to be a landlord then invest somewhere else and leave it up to professional landlords