Fed-up truckies working 70 hour weeks – First Union
The union representing the country’s truck drivers says low wages are forcing some truck drivers to clock working weeks up…
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Aucklanders show their support for rail workers – RMTU
Auckland rail workers have received a huge outpouring of support from Auckland commuters after they took strike action today over…
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The Liberal Agenda – Global Climate Leaders to Discuss Path for NZ – 350 Aotearoa
When: 7pm, Wednesday, 13th December
Where: GBLT1, Victoria University of Wellington Law School, 33 Bunny Street, Wellington 6011 -
Gender pay gap worse for some groups of women – Gender Equal NZ
National Council of Women President and Gender Equal NZ spokesperson Vanisa Dhiru says we cannot hope to achieve true gender…
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Public money still being spent on polluting rivers – Greenpeace
Friday, 8th December: Greenpeace is seeking urgent clarification from the Agriculture and Environment Ministers Damien O’Connor and David Parker on…
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Malcolm Evans – Tel Aviv recognised as capital of America
Malcolm Evans – Tel Aviv recognised as capital of America
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Political Caption Competition
The homicidal chipmunk of NZ media
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The Daily Blog Open Mic – Tuesday 12th December 2017
Announce protest actions, general chit chat or give your opinion on issues we haven’t covered for the day.
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So “throwing money” at poverty does work, according to National?
One of the most commonly parroted cliches from the rightwing of politics; “throwing money at the problem” – usually with the add-on; ” – doesn’t solve anything”. Except, of course, when it comes to tax-cuts. Then it’s not so much “throwing money” at middle class and affluent voters – as labelling it a “reward”
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RIP Patrick Gower Political Editor 2012-2017
…Patrick Gower isn’t so much a journalist as he is a barking dog that chases every stationary car he can see. I enjoy watching his work for the pure bloodsport element, when his eyes roll into the back of his head as he starts his death spin on whatever unfortunate soul has been stupid enough to be interviewed by him, you watch with all the excitement of a really gruesome snuff movie.