Let me put the debate to rest once and for all. Here are four compelling reasons.Elections slow down decision-making and they tend to have a negative impact on the economy. So said John Key, our wise leader. And it’s a fact that countries that have four or five year parliamentary terms have better-performing economies. Like…
As more and more teachers report problems with their pay, the minister in charge of fixing the Novopay mess has today announced details of a new temporary payroll system. Steven Joyce today called a press conference to explain the steps being taken by the government to address the crisis.He gave an assurance that the government…
I was going to write a post about how wrong Josie Pagani is, but then David Farrar gave her post the Kiwiblog seal of approval, so my efforts are no longer required.
It didn’t work.
Birds and aircraft tumbled from the sky, and car crashes were reported all over the country, as news broke that Sir Paul Holmes had died. Outside the Auckland offices of Newstalk NZ eight veteran journalists self-immolated in a glowing tribute to the departed broadcaster.“This is what Paul would have wanted,” said one of them as…
As we all remember the veteran broadcaster and his legacy, one thing remains foremost in my mind. As the nation mourns and as newspapers crowd their pages with tributes, as radio show hosts share their memories of the great man, and as bloggers rush to publish their “RIP Holmes” posts lest they be left behind in the…
The Government today announced a fresh review of David Bain’s bid for compensation. Justice Minister Judith Collins today announced the establishment of a working group to review Bain’s case.On the same day, however, it was revealed that David Bain’s legal team has filed a claim in the High Court seeking a judicial review of the Justice Minister’s actions…
7:13 amThe days when I have to travel to Wellington are always the longest ones. I have to get up well before dawn and get myself to the airport, while my family are still asleep in their beds. The taxi driver I usually use knows my routine, and we often don’t even exchange a word.…
The news media have been having a busy time lately writing obituaries in anticipation of Sir Paul Holmes’ demise. When teams of journalists are not producing Holmes-deathwatch copy, they have their eyes on that big German guy with all the internet businesses and legal troubles. If Kim Dotcom says or tweets anything, you can bet it…
More evidence has emerged about the difficulties facing people trying to enter the property market for the first time. An international housing affordability survey has found that Auckland real estate is severely unaffordable by international standards.Anecdotal evidence continues to mount, with many real estate agents recounting hard-luck stories about young couples trying to enter into…
Imperator Fish 
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