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Why are so many people are concerned about Education & Training (System Reform) Bill?
I could write for many weeks about the Education & Training (System Reform) Bill that is making its way through Parliament, however I’m sure you will be relieved to know this will be my last article unless something new turns up. I intend to highlight comments made by many people/organisations about this bill, just in case some of you feel…
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Analysing Ukraine: Starlink down, Ukraine attacks
The land campaign is evolving quickly, primarily driven by Russia’s recent communication problems: the loss of Starlink, and their decision…
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Death of Palestine solidarity stalwart Roger Fowler
PSNA is deeply saddened by the death of Palestine stalwart Roger Fowler last night. Roger has been a legend of…
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GUEST BLOG: Tadhg Stopford – RBNZ confessions
The Reserve Bank of NZ doesn’t decide what Money builds New Zealand doesn’t have a monetary policy problem. It has…
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Why are so many people are concerned about Education & Training (System Reform) Bill?
I could write for many weeks about the Education & Training (System Reform) Bill that is making its way through Parliament, however I’m sure you will be relieved to know this will be my last article unless something new turns…
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Analysing Ukraine: Starlink down, Ukraine attacks
The land campaign is evolving quickly, primarily driven by Russia’s recent communication problems: the loss of Starlink, and their decision…
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Death of Palestine solidarity stalwart Roger Fowler
PSNA is deeply saddened by the death of Palestine stalwart Roger Fowler last night. Roger has been a legend of…
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Stanford’s Dictatorial Education & Training (System Reform) Bill, Continued
I discussed this very concerning bill in my previous article. As it was getting too long, I had to omit…
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It has not been a good week for Winston, Gerry or Democracy in Parliament last week
I like Gerry and Winston can make me laugh from time to time, but sweet Jesus even their greatest supporters would have to admit it has been a nightmare week in Parliament for Winston, Gerry AND NZ Democracy. Winston had a self blundering massacre this week in Parliament. Calling Teanau…
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We need to put New Zealand values first, not Winston First
As Aotearoa marks Waitangi 2026, debates around immigration, co-governance, and national identity are being deliberately inflamed by political actors seeking division. This essay argues that Western Pākehā democratic traditions and Māori kaupapa are not in conflict with multiculturalism — they are strong enough to sustain it. Grounded in Te Tiriti…
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More user pays is not the solution to our infrastructure problems – Sovereign Credit is!
‘Many people will be quite shocked’ by the cost to fix NZ, minister says The cost to fix New Zealand is so large, there’s no agreed price tag. It’s estimated that local government, alone, needs an extra $52 billion to fix the things it manages – such as local roads,…
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Transport lobby, Property Speculators and the Big Polluters have all the power in NZ
Look at this! Govt to weaken Hauraki Gulf protections over $14k in fishing revenue Fisheries officials warned Shane Jones the changes might be ‘inequitable’ and reduce the effectiveness of long-awaited marine protections NEWSROOM Incredible isn’t it? NZF gets donations from the fishing industry and the Fishing Industry get legislation…
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Bish gets housing intensity Bash as Wellington over rules Auckland
Bish bash, he’s been takin’ a splash. Former Tobacco lobbyist Chris Bishop has been given the bash over Housing intensity…
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Why mercy for 2 Israeli coke dealers and no mercy for Kiwi who hit IDF soldier?
Wait, WHAT??? Israeli men jailed over Auckland cocaine smuggling plot get discount for October 7 Hamas attack Two Israeli men…
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The hypocrisy of Winston wanting to abolish Māori Electorates
Can we just pause here and remind everyone what a hypocrisy Winston Tiberius Peters truly is? After running for Northern…
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Te Kaupapa Election ’26 – Waatea’s Weekend Political Podcast with Dale Husband, Labour MP Arena Williams and political commentator Martyn Bomber Bradbury
Joining us this week for Te Kaupapa Election ’26 – Waatea’s Weekend Political Podcast is host Dale Husband, Labour MP Arena Williams and Political Commentator Martyn Bradbury Māori Electorates vs Winston Election 2026 Salvation Army state of the nation
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My Final Word: Cheap School Lunches, Lost Jobs & Hungry Kids
This week, Martyn takes aim at the Government’s overhaul of the school lunches programme — cutting costs from $8 to $3 while slashing local jobs and reducing nutritional value. When feeding prisoners costs $2.74 per meal and school kids…
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1-on-1 in 10: Salvation Army’s Dr Bonnie Robinson on NZ Poverty Crisis
This week on The Bradbury Group, Salvation Army Social Policy and Parliamentary Unit Director Dr Bonnie Robinson joins Martyn Bradbury for a sobering 1-on-1 in 10 following the release of the Salvation Army’s State of the Nation Report. *The…
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The War on News: Umbrella Worship, Seymour’s Chainsaw State & “It’s Just Weather”
This week on The War on News, Martyn Bradbury dissects umbrella adoration, libertarian fever dreams, and a Government still pretending climate chaos is just a passing shower. ☔ Nancy Lu’s Umbrella Love Letter: National MP Nancy Lu took to social…
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Talley’s vs TVNZ: Is This NZ’s Biggest Free Speech Fight?
Talley’s appeals its defamation case against TVNZ, raising questions about corporate power, media freedom and the silence of the Free Speech Union.
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The Liberal Agenda – Basement Theatre
In the Theatre, don’t miss Potluck: A Smorgasbord of Drag Talent, a high-energy showcase with a different line-up every night…
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The Liberal Agenda – Gig Guide
Bringing the best music + live entertainment to Aus + NZ since ’79 This month in music In February 1984,…
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The Liberal Agenda – Basement Theatre
Basement Theatre’s February programme features queer improv, indigi-queer cinema, drag showcases and Pride celebrations supporting Rainbow Youth.
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In Occupied Palestine – 20 February 2026
In Occupied Palestine Zionism in practice Israel’s Daily Toll on Palestinian Life, Limb, Liberty and Land Sanction Israel Gaza‘s growing…
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Political Caption Competition
National Party MP Nancy Lu in the presence of her messiah Chris Luxon. The large white rectangle on the image…
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GUEST BLOG: Tadhg Stopford – Ruthenasia, honoured. Why?
To my horror, I see Ruth Richardson got the Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit last year. Personally, I can’t reconcile that with the consequences ofher ‘reforms’. It has been 35 years since “Ruthenasia” – changes so disruptive…
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GUEST BLOG: Political interference in regulatory authorities threatens health and safety of the public
The Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003 (HPCA) is legislation that Aotearoa New Zealand’s health system can’t function safely without….
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Political Interference threatens Health Regulation in NZ
Proposed changes to the HPCA Act could allow ministerial direction of health regulators. Critics warn political interference may undermine public safety.
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Ian Powell – Mismanaging my (and our) health by private operational control
The Manage My Health cyber breach was not just a security failure — it was a failure of sovereignty. When…
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The Bradbury Group – Treaty, Gas and Global Tensions
Live from Waatea, The Bradbury Group brings together politicians, journalists and commentators for Aotearoa’s most fearless weekly political debate. Tonight: Winston Peters’ proposed Māori electorates referendum, the Government’s controversial gas policy, the India free trade deal amid rising anti-immigrant sentiment, and what New Zealand should do if conflict erupts between America, Israel and Iran.
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Alliance Party Proposes “KiwiWorks” To Rebuild Public Infrastructure Capability
The Alliance Party is proposing the creation of a new state infrastructure agency, “KiwiWorks”, to rebuild New Zealand’s capacity to design and construct major public works. Alliance Party Leader Victor Billot says decades of outsourcing and privatisation have left New…
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‘Move on’ orders penalise those with the least – Labour
The Government’s ‘move on’ orders will penalise homeless people without addressing the causes of homelessness or offering support to those who need help. “Moving someone from one doorstep to the next does not fix homelessness. ‘Move‑on’ powers don’t build homes…
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Luxon chooses to punish the homeless after making more people homeless – Greens
The Green Party is imploring the Government to choose actual solutions to homelessness, after Ministers today announced the Government’s plan to effectively criminalise it. “Christopher Luxon’s Government chose to intentionally make homelessness worse, and now they’re criminalising the problem they…
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Te Pāti Māori Rejects Move-on Orders: “We Will Not Police Our Way Out Of Homelessness”
Te Pāti Māori has denounced the Government’s plan to increase police powers to issue ‘move-on’ orders banning homeless people from public spaces, across Aotearoa. Housing and Homelessness spokesperson Oriini Kaipara warns the move will deepen harm for the most vulnerable,…
