Gas isn’t the solution, proper regulation of our electricity market is
The Government’s LNG levy is likely to raise power bills and increase climate risk. The real solution? Proper regulation of New Zealand’s electricity market.
Author: Martyn Bradbury
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Australia hosting an Israeli president facing war crimes allegations while police clash with protesters diminishes us all
Clashes at a Sydney rally during Isaac Herzog’s visit have sparked debate over protest rights, policing powers, and Australia’s stance on Gaza.
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Government under pressure over India Free Trade Deal visa claims
Debate intensifies over whether the India Free Trade Agreement prevents New Zealand from capping Indian student visas.
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Retail crime board disbanded after Sunny vigilante ram raids public
The Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime will disband months early following resignations and criticism over spending and governance.
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The importance of allowing the Christchurch Terrorist his day in court
As the Christchurch mosque attacker seeks to appeal his conviction, the case tests New Zealand’s commitment to due process and the rule of law.
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MEDIAWATCH: Liam Dann finally becomes the Spectre at the Feast
Despite record $80.7b export earnings, New Zealand’s economy remains fragile. Liam Dann’s shift in tone highlights deeper structural concerns.
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Greens risk losing third party status as Winston Peters’ Prime Ministerial gambit emerges
As Labour weakens and NZ First gains leverage, the Greens face a stark choice that could determine the shape of New Zealand’s next government.
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Economy in meltdown and the broken privatisation experiment never more apparent – so why is NZ Left floundering?
Rising unemployment, collapsing public services, and growing inequality expose New Zealand as a failed privatisation experiment — and raise hard questions for the Left.
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Waitangi 2026 – Western Pakeha values + Māori Kaupapa are strong enough to welcome multi-culturalism not fear it
As Aotearoa marks Waitangi 2026, this essay argues that Te Tiriti, co-governance and democratic values strengthen — not threaten — multiculturalism.
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Tragic Givealittle legal fight sets precedence
A legal battle over frozen Givealittle donations following the tragic death of young father Kane Watson has reached the High…
