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Covid Inquiry Phase 2 tells us what we all knew but some are too bitter to admit
The mainstream media response to the Covid Inquiry Phase 2 paints the response out as hyper critical of Labour’s leadership of Covid. That is misinformation at its worst and actually spits in the face of our collective sacrifice during Covid. The report actually finds that collectively we did an amazing bloody job over Covid… “Overall, this report concludes that Aotearoa…
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“Manufacturing consent, sanitising atrocities and platforming war criminals”
I came across this statement from an independent media source this week “The mainstream media is doing what it always…
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Why Scott Watson still matters
Scott Watson murders: Supreme Court to review witness evidence NZ Herald This week, the Supreme Court of NZ reopened the…
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Latest Māori Party legal drama-drama thankfully lands as political focus turns to TOP
The latest legal drama inside Te Pāti Māori has ended in court, with expelled MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi winning a ruling…
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“Manufacturing consent, sanitising atrocities and platforming war criminals”
I came across this statement from an independent media source this week “The mainstream media is doing what it always does in wartime: manufacturing consent, sanitizing atrocities and platforming war criminals” Manufacturing consent It came to mind immediately when I…
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Government needs to close “back-door” method of restricting rights using proposed “move-on orders”
PSNA warns proposed police “move-on” powers could restrict protest rights in New Zealand and urges the Government to protect freedoms under the Bill of Rights Act.
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West Papuan doco Pig Feast exposes oligarchs, food security crisis and ecocide under noses of military
A new investigative documentary, Pig Feast, exposes rainforest destruction, oligarch influence and Indigenous resistance in West Papua during its international premiere in New Zealand.
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We Should be Learning from Finland’s Education System
Finland’s education system emphasises human development, democracy and lifelong learning. Critics argue New Zealand’s current reforms focus too narrowly on benchmarks and testing.
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Covid Inquiry Phase 2 tells us what we all knew but some are too bitter to admit
The mainstream media response to the Covid Inquiry Phase 2 paints the response out as hyper critical of Labour’s leadership of Covid. That is misinformation at its worst and actually spits in the face of our collective sacrifice during Covid. The report actually finds that collectively we did an amazing…
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Why Scott Watson still matters
Scott Watson murders: Supreme Court to review witness evidence NZ Herald This week, the Supreme Court of NZ reopened the Scott Watson murder case and will consider submissions regarding the reliability of witness Guy Wallace, who identified Watson as having been with the young couple on a water taxi the…
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Latest Māori Party legal drama-drama thankfully lands as political focus turns to TOP
The latest legal drama inside Te Pāti Māori has ended in court, with expelled MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi winning a ruling that her suspension breached the party’s own tikanga. But while the judgment resolves one internal dispute, the political spotlight is already shifting elsewhere — toward The Opportunities Party (TOP) and…
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Trump is beginning to panic – Iran will never allow the Strait to reopen
Escalating conflict between the US and Iran raises fears of a Strait of Hormuz closure that could disrupt global oil supply and threaten New Zealand’s fuel security.
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The crony capitalism of NZ First
NZ First faces accusations of crony capitalism after appointing a donor with trucking industry links to KiwiRail, raising serious conflict-of-interest concerns.
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When Max Rashbrooke and Labour’s incrementalism is the solution – the NZ Left is in trouble
Labour’s incremental approach to economic reform risks alienating voters as the cost of living crisis deepens and bolder alternatives emerge from the Greens and TOP.
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Lesson for NZ from Iran War is our need to be electrified and not gas or oil reliant
The Iran war highlights New Zealand’s dangerous reliance on imported oil and the urgent need for electrification, EV adoption and renewable energy independence.
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WAATEA NEWS COLUMN: The rise of TOP can take pressure off Te Pati Māori
Rising support for TOP could reshape Election 2026 politics and reduce pressure on Te Pāti Māori as new coalition possibilities emerge.
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The Bradbury Group Iran War Interview with Phil Goff + Fran O’Sullivan, Matthew Hooton and Maria Slade on economic and political fallout
A Marxist, 2 NZ Herald columnists, a former Labour Leader and a Business Journalist all walk into a bar. The barman looks up and says, ‘What do you think this is? The Bradbury Group?” 1-on-1 in 10 Interview – Iran…
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MEDIAWATCH: Why would we trust NZME journalism now we know alt-right billionaires and lobbyists are editor?
Yesterday I asked, Why would we trust TVNZ Journalism now we know Government is editor? Today I ask, Why would we trust NZME journalism now we know alt-right billionaires and lobbyists are editor? Mediawatch: Fears of interference and influence in…
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MEDIAWATCH: Why would we trust TVNZ Journalism now we know Government is editor?
Public broadcasters depend on one thing above all else: trust. But when ministers publicly attack coverage and broadcasters appear to apologise to politicians, the question quickly becomes unavoidable — who is really setting the editorial agenda? The latest controversy involving…
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1-on-1 in 10 clip: Barbara Edmonds on NZ Economy & Iran War Fallout
This week on The Bradbury Group, Labour’s Finance Spokesperson Barbara Edmonds joins Martyn Bradbury for a hard-hitting 1-on-1 in 10 on the state of New Zealand’s economy — and the geopolitical shockwaves of the escalating Iran war. As oil prices…
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In Occupied Palestine – 09 March 2026
In Occupied Palestine Zionism in practice Israel’s Daily Toll on Palestinian Life, Limb, Liberty and Land Sanction Israel Gaza‘s growing death, injury and sickness 08:00, 09 February 2026 until 08:00, 10 February 2026 In Gaza during the past 24 hours…
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GUEST BLOG: More Than a Game
If Iran is barred from entering the United States for the World Cup, should New Zealand insist on playing elsewhere as a matter of principle? A guest blog on sport, politics, and moral leadership.
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GUEST BLOG: Ian Powell – Class political warfare via employment law
In 1894 the new reforming Liberal government passed the Industrial Conciliation and Arbitration Act. It was recognised as landmark legislation…
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GUEST BLOG: Talk Liberation – Humans Reject AI, Panquake Goes Viral Again
As AI discontent spreads, people-powered social network Panquake is perfectly positioned to give users what they need – at exactly…
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GUEST BLOG: Mick Hall – Five Eyes on Iran
Responses to the US-Israeli crime of aggression from member states of the US-led Five Eyes intelligence network place them among…
The Bradbury Group
Iran War Fallout: Can Luxon Hold On?
On The Bradbury Group, Phil Goff joins us to break down the American war against Iran and what it means for New Zealand. With Fran O’Sullivan, Matthew Hooton and Maria Slade, we analyse the political, economic and electoral consequences as global instability hits home.
Raw News
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Labour portfolio reshuffle shows team ready to govern
Labour Leader Chris Hipkins has today announced a reshuffle of Labour’s caucus portfolios. “As we farewell some outstanding caucus colleagues and welcome new MPs Georgie Dansey and Dan Rosewarne, these refreshed portfolios ensure our team will hit the ground running…
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Government Drops Plans To Revive Live Animal Export Trade – SAFE
SAFE is celebrating news that the Government will not move forward with plans to reinstate live animal exports by sea, ensuring the ban on the trade remains in place at least for this parliamentary term. Associate Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard…
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CTU stands in solidarity with teachers – NZCTU
NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi President Sandra Grey is supporting NZEI Te Riu Roa and calling on Public Service Commissioner Brian Roche to back down from his plans to offer individual employment agreements to primary teachers. “This is an outright attack…
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Holidays Act reform needs to take a break – NZCTU
NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi President Sandra Grey is calling on Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety Brooke van Velden to pause the proposed reform of the Holidays Act and listen to the concerns of workers. “The Minister’s desire to introduce…
