An apology

In a post on Friday I described Colin Craig as a “moneyed clown”. I realise in hindsight that my language was inappropriate and offensive, and I am writing to apologise. Clowns give such joy to small children. They don’t deserve such a vicious slur against their noble reputation. Please, clowns, know that you have my…

Rugby World Cup TV Rights: A Timeline

10.22am:  John Key meets management of Triangle TV to discuss funding bid for quarterfinals. Coverage to be in Hindi. 11.32am:  Pita Sharples and Jonathan Coleman in punch-up on steps of Parliament. Labelled “fight of the century” by promoters, who hope this might at least be a contest. 11.55am:  Pita Sharples and Jonathan Coleman seen in…