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8PM LIVE TONIGHT – 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 War Interview with Phil Goff Former High Commissioner to UK and Labour Party Leader – Phil Goff on the…
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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…
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Guest Blog: Ian Powell – Child poverty, social determinants of health, and balance sheets
‘One in seven New Zealand children living in material hardship’ was the dramatic heading of a NZ Herald feature article…
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Government needs to close “back-door” method of restricting rights using proposed “move-on orders
PSNA has written to Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith today requesting proposed ‘move-on’ laws will specifically continue to allow free speech…
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8PM LIVE TONIGHT – 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 –…
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Government needs to close “back-door” method of restricting rights using proposed “move-on orders
PSNA has written to Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith today requesting proposed ‘move-on’ laws will specifically continue to allow free speech…
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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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War on Iran is an illegal and murderous adventure that must be stopped
The attack on Iran by the US Trump regime and the Israeli apartheid regime are war crimes that threaten another economic…
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8PM LIVE TONIGHT – 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 War Interview with Phil Goff Former High Commissioner to…
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Willis hilariously outshines Luxon in Post-Cabinet Press Conference questioning his leadership – why he’ll get rolled in June
The latest Post-Cabinet press conference revealed more than just policy messaging — it exposed the growing contrast between Christopher Luxon and his senior ministers. When Nicola Willis appeared more confident and authoritative than the Prime Minister himself, it inevitably reignited speculation about the stability of National’s leadership. Willis Overshadows Luxon…
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Epstein Files won’t go away
New Epstein Files released during the US war with Iran include explosive allegations involving Donald Trump and a teenage victim, raising questions about timing, accountability and political distraction.
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Blood bath on the NZ Stock Exchange – one of the largest single day drops since Covid
The NZX50 plunged 420 points in one of the biggest single-day drops since Covid, as global markets panic over the escalating US-Israel war with Iran and surging oil prices.
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Trump’s Iran gamble risks destabilising entire Middle East and what $150 oil barrel means to NZ
Trump’s escalation with Iran risks destabilising the Middle East and sending oil to $150 a barrel. What that could mean for New Zealand fuel prices and global instability.
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Bad news climate denying Kiwis – catastrophic climate change is happening faster!
New research shows global heating is accelerating faster than expected, putting the world on track to breach the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C limit before 2030.
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What happens when 40,000 Kiwis suddenly get MSD debt letters in September?
The Greens warn new legislation could leave nearly 40,000 New Zealanders facing MSD debt letters after receiving welfare while waiting for ACC claims.
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8PM LIVE TONIGHT – 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 –…
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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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MEDIAWATCH: Heather Du Plessis-Allan interview with Luxon reeked of desperation, delusion and an inability to read the room
It was a coup of an interview. After the shocking poll umbers, Luxon went into hiding on Friday to avoid media after appearing at a Simeon Brown breakfast event. Hilariously only Luxon cared what Simeon had to say because everyone…
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The Liberal Agenda – The Rocky Horror Picture Show 5 stars
Fifty years after it first strutted onto stage, The Rocky Horror Show remains the ultimate cult musical — part theatre,…
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Political Caption Competition
Never forget that for most of his press conference, the Prime Minister was justifying carpet bombing for Christ
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GUEST BLOG: Pat O’Dea – More than a game
More than a game “Football is more than a game. It is a force for unity, peace and hope” Gianni…
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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
War Abroad. Poll Shock at Home. Crime Spin Tested.
The Bradbury Group goes LIVE with Barbara Edmonds, Matthew Hooton, Simon Wilson and Matthew Tukaki. Trump’s escalating war with Iran and NZ’s confused response. A new IPSOS poll showing Labour ahead on almost every major issue. And National’s claims of falling crime — reality or spin? Sharp debate. No safe spaces.
Raw News
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The NZ Veterans Advocate
The Tā Harawira Gardiner (2022-2025) claim and appeal against a Veterans Affairs decision was successful in the High Court (twice) and Veterans Entitlements Appeal Board (twice).. It has opened the way for more claims to be accepted by VA. Another…
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“Unleash The Nation’s Energy” – Build the Nation
Build The Nation’s Richard McIntosh says electricity is a defining issue of General Election 2026. “New Zealand’s electricity market symbolises the failures of the era of privatisation, contracting out and selling off,” says Mr McIntosh. “Politicians told the public competition…
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Alliance Party: Moa Point Inquiry Too Narrow – New Zealand Needs A National Infrastructure Reckoning
The Alliance Party says the Crown inquiry into the Moa Point wastewater disaster needs a wider focus. Alliance Party local government spokesperson Ethan Gullery says the inquiry’s scope is limited primarily to Wellington’s governance under the Local Government Act. He…
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PM Targeted Over Years Of Inaction On Imports: Ads Say “Tell Luxon, Be More Kiwi, Less Ostrich” – Animals Aotearoa
Today, animal advocacy organisation Animals Aotearoa has launched a provocative ad in Wellington directly targeting Prime Minister Christopher Luxon over his failure to stop imports from farming systems illegal in New Zealand, adding to recent calls from farmers demanding the…
