Cameron Slater and the myth of the toxic right’s “oracle”
Cameron Slater’s reputation as an “oracle” of the political right is being challenged as polling tells a very different story.
Deconstructing Headlines
Critical analysis breaking down New Zealand news coverage, media framing, and political narratives behind the headlines.
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Fuel relief excludes vulnerable Kiwis — Luxon and Willis under fire
The Government’s fuel relief package is under fire for excluding beneficiaries, disabled people, and carers during a worsening cost of living crisis.
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Labour vs National crisis response in New Zealand
The contrast between Labour and National’s crisis responses is becoming increasingly clear, from Covid support to today’s cost of living pressures.
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Rocket Lab, Peter Beck and NZ’s drift into the US military orbit
Rocket Lab’s growing US military contracts are raising concerns about New Zealand’s role in global defence and whether it is becoming entangled in the military industrial complex.
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It’s time to take food security in New Zealand seriously
Food insecurity is rising sharply in New Zealand, with foodbank demand surging despite the country producing enough to feed 40 million people.
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First rat to leave the ship – Brooke van Velden quits ACT
Brooke van Velden’s exit from ACT raises questions over pay equity reforms, polling decline, and internal political pressure ahead of Election 2026.
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Trump hilariously chickens out of his own TACO
Trump claims Iran wants a deal as tensions rise, but Tehran denies talks — raising questions about strategy and credibility in the Middle East crisis.
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Fonterra have lost their social licence in NZ
Fonterra faces backlash over profits, brand sell-off and rising dairy prices as critics say the co-op has lost its social licence in New Zealand.
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Climate change is getting worse: To paraphrase 90’s supergroup Destiny’s Child – “I do not believe we are ready for this Jelly’
Earth’s energy imbalance hits record highs as climate change accelerates — and we may not be ready for what comes next.
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Luxon is lying about his Government’s inaction over your fuel price pain
Luxon accused of inaction on fuel prices as National borrows more than Labour while blaming past spending. Is the narrative collapsing?
