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Reality of America’s illegal war in Iran on NZ Economy vs Why National can’t protect us from fuel crisis
We have two huge forces approaching each other at enormous speed. The reality of America’s illegal war in Iran on the NZ Economy vs Why National can’t protect us from the fuel crisis. Appearing on The Bradbury Group last Tuesday, Kelly Eckhold, (the Chief Economist at Westpac) was challenged on why Westpac had been so optimistic in their GDP forecast….
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When will this Clown Government condemn America and Israel for starting illegal war against Iran?
As we face the reality of this… …the Government continues to sit on their hands because their entire election narrative…
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Iran planned to fight for 6 months – we have 5 months left
Iran says can fight for months as Israel strikes Beirut hotel Iran’s Revolutionary Guards has said the country’s forces could…
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1-on-1 in 10 clip: Marama Davidson on Fuel Crisis, War & Cost of Living
Marama Davidson on the fuel crisis, cost of living, and the global fallout from the Iran war. This week on…
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Simeon Brown and Sam Uffindell can’t read graphs – how National mislead you
Sam Uffindell and Simeon Brown misread migration data, falsely claiming National reversed the exodus of New Zealanders.
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Fuel crisis package and the ‘paid work first’ failure
The Government’s fuel crisis package is being criticised for prioritising paid work over need, leaving the poorest families without support.
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A tactical revolution in Ukraine?
Ukraine’s evolving drone tactics are reshaping the battlefield and targeting Russia’s oil economy in a slow, strategic war of attrition.
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Why We Should Still Care About Ukraine in 2026
Ukraine may have slipped from the headlines, but Russia’s war still matters in 2026 for international law, European security and the rules-based order.
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TDB Poll of Polls
Based on 4 polls, latest: 23 March 2026
Sources
- RNZ Reid — 23/03/2026
- Talbot Mills — 12/03/2026
- Roy Morgan — 02/03/2026
- 1News Verian — 16/02/2026
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Is there no end to Tama Potaka’s cowardice?
Minister stands by decision to tighten emergency housing criteria despite criticism The Minister in charge of emergency housing says he stands by decisions to tighten eligibility criteria for those in need, despite an Auditor-General report highlighting the need for more consistency and fairness. Tama Potaka said he would “get advice”…
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ACT thinks making booze easier to buy is how to save the economy
Why does this Government bend over backwards to all the worst Industries? The Fishing exploiters. The gas and oil industry. Gun industry Tobacco Industry. Mining Industry. BigDairy pollution industry. The Property speculation pimps and BOOZE! ACT thinks making booze easier to buy is how to save the economy… Communities push…
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National/ACT/NZF Government gerrymandering of election puts pressure on Electoral Commission
Let’s be very clear, by gerrymandering the National, ACT and NZF to ban over 400,000 special votes means they have already successfully stolen the election. That’s what makes this announcement by the commission so insulting… Focus on boosting enrolment after government’s new voter restrictions – Electoral Commission Le Quesne said…
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If the choices this election are Winston as PM for 12 months or 18 months, why wouldn’t’ you vote TOP?
Poll after Poll after Poll is suggesting a hung Parliament with the potential of Winston playing the Kingmaker for a 5th time. NZFirst is still the same stale tobacco stain of petty bigotry and garden variety ignorance it’s been cursed to become since Tracey Martin left the Party. It’s a…
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The Horror of what Israel is doing in the West Bank and Lebanon while illegally bombing Iran
As the illegal war in Iran escalates, there is a hateful spike in terrible violence by Israel on two fronts…
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White House insider trading and how bad does Iran get for Trump?
Trump delays his Iran strike as insider trading allegations explode inside the White House. Is this strategy — or chaos?
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Shane Jones will fine The Daily Blog $50,000?!?
A new fisheries law could fine media $50,000 for publishing boat footage. The Daily Blog says bring it on — and will fight it in court.
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1-on-1 in 10 clip: Marama Davidson on Fuel Crisis, War & Cost of Living
Marama Davidson on the fuel crisis, cost of living, and the global fallout from the Iran war. This week on The Bradbury Group, Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson joins Martyn Bradbury for a powerful 1-on-1 in 10 on rising fuel…
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Te Kaupapa Election 26 weekend political podcast: with Labour Party MP – Arena Williams + Green MP – Kahurangi Carter
Waatea’s weekend political podcast dives into the biggest issues shaping Election 2026 Host – Matthew Tukaki with panelists Labour Party MP – Arena Williams, Green MP – Kahurangi Carter and Editor of The Daily Blog, Martyn Bradbury. This week: 1….
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MEDIAWATCH: Jim Grenon’s NZ Herald attacks Chris Hipkins over vaccine advice
The Herald’s latest hit on Chris Hipkins over Covid vaccines looks less like reporting and more like billionaire-backed culture war politics.
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My Final Word clip: Brooke van Velden Resigns — What Happened to Pay Parity?
Brooke van Velden resigns — but the fallout from scrapping pay parity is far from over. What happens next for ACT and workers?
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WAATEA NEWS COLUMN: Why are the poor paying for a war New Zealand didn’t start?
Fuel relief New Zealand debate heats up as low-income whānau bear the cost of rising petrol prices from a war they had no role in.
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Liberal Agenda
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The Liberal Agenda – Anti-War Protest April 11th
Join the April 11 anti-war protest in New Zealand opposing US and Israeli military action against Iran. Stand for peace.
Daily Gallery
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Political Caption Competition
“Shut up and cut the ribbon little girl, tell your parents I don’t know when the petrol prices are coming down”
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Why does the United States have it in for Cuba so badly, and for so long?
A deep dive into why the United States has maintained decades of economic warfare against Cuba since the 1959 revolution.
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Ethics of conviction and ethics of responsibility in healthcare systems
Ian Powell examines how conviction politics has reshaped New Zealand’s health system — and why responsibility must come first.
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Why NZ Is Better Placed for the Energy Crisis
New Zealand’s renewable grid and EV uptake mean it’s far better placed than the 1970s — and even Australia — to weather the Iran war oil shock
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What’s behind the US-Israeli war against Iran and New Zealand’s lapdog response
Ian Powell examines the US-Israel war on Iran, its real drivers, and why New Zealand’s response raises serious questions about independence.
The Bradbury Group
War Escalates. Economy Stalls. Who Leads NZ Through It?
On The Bradbury Group, Marama Davidson and Westpac Chief Economist Kelly Eckhold join us to break down the Iran war, weak GDP growth and what comes next for New Zealand. With Simon Wilson, Matthew Hooton and Professor Wayne Hope, we ask whether any party is ready to lead in a crisis.
Raw News
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Fuel, fish and fairness – The Opportunity Party
Energy: the wake-up call We’ve seen this movie before. When oil prices spike, everyday living costs spike too. This time it’s not a a short-term blip – but a symptom of the breakdown of the rules-based order and the stability…
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Heinz Wattie’s confirms closure, hundreds of workers to lose jobs – E Tu
Hundreds of workers will lose their jobs after Heinz Wattie’s confirmed today it will proceed with its proposal to close factories in New Zealand. E tū understands more than 350 roles will be disestablished. The closures come amid a string…
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Alliance Backs Campaign Against ‘Move On’ Laws
The Alliance Party is joining the National Day of Action against the Government’s “Move On” legislation this Sunday 29 March. Alliance Party Housing Spokesperson Nicolas Pegg says the Government’s “Move On” orders are a moral and practical failure to deal…
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Government’s Fuel Alert Plan Leaves Whānau To Fend For Themselves – Māori Party
The Government’s newly announced fuel alert system provides no relief for whānau living with the real-world impacts of rising fuel costs and looming restrictions. Today’s announcement outlined a four-phase fuel response plan, including prioritising fuel for essential services and restricting…
