Yes the National machine is all getting a bit boring , Bridges comments remind me of a sulky loser that hates on everything being said but offers up no real great alternatives .Same when the Stuff comments get strategically over run by National supporters and like/dislikes thats getting to almost cringe levels too
Being a Pakeha that can have a simple conversation in Maori but I wouldnt call myself fluent, I find other non-Maori usually take a negative view on me speaking te reo , Maori that cant/dont speak it usually roll their eyes and Maori that are fluent seem hell bent on trying to correct and embarrass as much as possible . I dont know what the answer is, but its not a good environment to try and grow a language.
Poorly executed Green driven policy showing they are a hindrance in any government, mainstream parties have enough environment awareness to deem this party irrelevant . At least , business interests aside the resource will still be there
I have always interrupted that speech as against the government processes for dealing with Maori issues , not anti-Maori .The point Im trying to make is perspective doesnt always equal reality so why does perspective dictate when and what someone can speak about?
Could never understand the logic to this , I mean if it was that toxic wouldnt the meth heads be dying from smoking it first hand or were the experts/industry suggesting the residue was stuck to the walls and getting worse as time went by.Of course a clan lab would be a different scenario
I am not worried about the number Maori going to prison if you do the crime you do the time , as a nation community we have enough support to help people ... if they want it .I am more concerned about the rich (and usually white) that seem to never go to prison you can rip people off millions and still stay in your mansion on the North shore or somewhere , that seems unfair
I really rebel against this idea that politics has to be a place full of ego John Key calls the National party what the hell is she talking about ?? everyone looks at Simon he shrugs his shoulders lol
Thats ok if they dont want to pay for the privilege or are disgruntled because of a different rate then just stay away Its user pays under labour not bend over backwards for foreign nationals at all costs
They talk about the market like its got its own persona but really its simple greed and over confidence that fail the market .The guy working 50+ hours paying his correct taxes with no investments, no influence to the government of the day, no sneaky trusts, no hedge funds is the guy who copes it when it all turns to custard
You cant really believe this dribble, China has done us no favors that havent benefited China .And your call for the time is right for a Chinese Mayor ? what about vote for the person you see most fit for purpose for the job , their ethnic background shouldnt come into it
Funny because I get the impression immigrants are the ones who feel some how they are better than the ones that are born here , thats even hinted when you note how much you have sacrificed to get here . Government may push for immigration but Im not too fussed either way to be honest its good and bad . I dont consider myself better because my family has been here 6 generations, but we are different. We built this country that you enjoy , when immigrants say back home we did this.... . Well this is the only home we know
Could be handled with a bit more consultation by the looks , I mean if people could leave their egos at the door and compromise on ALL sides maybe there would be a bit more contentment ....and maybe Im dreaming
Yep definitely agree, should be corridors of native within pine stands you cant stop what has already been done but I sure hope we are learning from our mistakes
Provided you with a house ? show some respect ? Renting a house is just a business agreement its not a public service , both parties need to meet their obligations or is it I have more money so treat me like a god ?
Awesome kaupapaTotally agree with this lady about an awareness of food , you dont necessarily need to be a hunter , gatherer , farmer or gardener just informed that the food that sustains your life has a back story further than plastic wrapped at a supermarket
A fool and their money are soon parted , so if your poor and waiting on your parents etc to get some money its probably not going to be too long until you are poor again .People accusing parents of spending their inheritance ... guess what its only your inheritance once they die, before then its theirs to do what they want!
Classic National ..Yet I seen him say that all the strike action is Labours fault for rising expectations of Nurses and Teachers , hmm ever thought maybe they deserve it ? He is out of touch and wont be leader by next election , they will pull him out just before the election and put someone fresh in, worked for Key and Ardern
Big business created this discontentment by having an us and them mentality with their workers, its time to play fair and people are noticing .How do so many supermarket owners make the rich list ?
They should focus on fully funding primary-high schools so donations are not being constantly asked for , give these schools more resources like more councilors , social workers and even psychiatrists and really try to give ALL children the best start .This isnt an incentive for people to got to uni its just a saving for who was going to go anyway
I work for a SME and even we have a process for this kind of thing, I would think parliament would be the same ? its not about what he or she would of done although I understand the sentiment , its about following the processes and being pragmatic
Time for farmers to step it up or face the consequences , just like any other business . Hope at least some or most of the fine is invested in something environmentally focused
Well in New Plymouth the rates never go up and one day we will possibly pay no rates , thanks to the smart investments of a previous Mayor who sold our heirloom PowerCo shares that were making a tidy return .... Oh wait that fairytale never had its happy ending .Well at least those responsible were held to account ... oh no now Im really in dream land.Back to reality and our usual rates rises I suppose :-/
There is some truth to this as in my place the majority of trade jobs are filled by immigrants because of a so called shortage in engineers electricians etc then they have pushed for their kids to be their apprentices , while the kiwi guys out of school which some have been there for a long time dont even get an opportunity to apply and end up leaving .Nothing against the immigrants just a real shame we have had such a gap in kiwis having the opportunity to do apprenticeships Well done on the 50+ years good haul
Isnt her issue around gay weddings says nothing about them actually being gay ? thought lawyers would of picked that up ...but probably better lawyers elsewhere anywayThe restaurant that refused Donald Trumps press secretary service is that discriminatory ?
Its a little ironic that people dont want to invest in the stock exchange because of risk but are quick to buy a rental house then do an article on stuff because it all turned pear shaped
It does all come down to timing some good luck some good management . I can see how people would be upset seems the author has really focused on how this is going to effect the bank balance with not a lot of empathy to the fact that thousands of living things have died
Its the drivers that are at fault , but we still need to try idiot proof the road just like in a work place.Medium barriers all the way to Waitara , and block the exit at Corbett road would be a start plenty of safer places to come out of the industrial area .
Why do some farmers come across as being so stubborn when it comes to the environment , fulfill your obligations legally first and then morally thats all the general public expects of you, as is with any business
While other countries look after the interests of its people we seem to let everyone else walk all over us , and you can not criticize certain ways other nations conduct themselves without been labelled a racist or a xenophobe.Time we harden up , we dont have to be Mr nice guy anymore
We needed to keep a more diverse range in public land reserves its all well and good to have nice mountain ranges under doc administration , but its shame we didnt look at the bigger picture , if it could be made in to farmland we cleared and drained it , if it was too dry we irrigated it.We could still stop this (e.g mckenzie country?) and get a good balance of productive land and conservation
Maybe CD has witnessed how society has reacted to some of the recent disasters like when the shops were closed over Easter , or when there was no water in New Plymouth for a couple of days and thought they should say at least something to get people aware that their smartphone wont save them from everything
Part of the reason of building more houses is so it at least stabilizes the property market so more people have a chance to buy a house , its not to stimulate more builds for more landlords .Heaps of better things to invest in anyway
Yep and you could apply that to so many companies in NZ , previous Governments both parties ,local and central have sold off our golden geese and left us exploited
Theres no disagreement that this is going to work out well for some , and all kudos to your family for utilizing this opportunity .I wish them all the best.The contention is , is the best we can do for society as a whole with this money ? I think maybe not
We need more value added and innovative products leaving our shores , especially from our primary industries ,instead of a quick and vulnerable buck on bulk raw products.
Its not about the earning more as management , its about fairness. Whenever this comes up its always get higher education ,start your own business , its tough being a ceo etc . Well all situations are different, these still need workers to run them and seems you need the right last name to get the top jobs anyway.Appreciate your workers and most will show it back it .
Good call isnt someone elses job to make sure animal welfare is being observed , we can make some decisions but based on what ? PETA ? SAFE ? or stuff articles ?
Sorry for the conspiracy theory but you have to wonder why we still have more or less the same treatments as we did 30 years ago? you would think someone would of invented a toothpaste that coated and fully protected our teeth for the day for a start
Rich people should be able to do what ever they want , everyone is just jealous , if you want a heli pad all you need to do is stop smoking pot and get a job , if you are on a low wage just upskill (-;
Export market is catered for, pay for a premium product, its huge and the more product you sell the bigger return so it makes sense to send best overseas and even sell cheaper in some high volume markets. Farming/meatworks or any exporter is a business they are not a charity .Next time you buy an imported item consider what the importer has paid for it and their mark up for a comparison
These walks are a classic example of NZ being a tourist hot spot without investing in infrastructure . I think tourists should be charged and then hire track wardens etc ...Its a wilderness area you say? that horse has bolted , do the round the mountain if you want a 1 back to nature experience
It really is great to see Iwi turning money from their settlement claims and becoming significant asset owners I just hope the money and resources trickle down to all apu and all the people , specifically those that need support .
National government let farmers down with their party mantra of short sighted gains to make you feel good right now ,but as always need to pay for it somehow sometime .Â
Good track but really does need infrastructure first before its promoted, Tracks need improvement , 30 plus people in 16 bunk huts are not ideal and too little car parking for a start
Can be complicated , a friend of ours built a house on his parents farm now the other kids are up in arms is that his inheritance?etc . I would suggest keep it black and white and run everything thru a (cringe) lawyer , also keep fairness the priority to keep away the dramas .Â
The 6th generation thing is no different to say moving into a little community and finding your place , adapting to the way things are done there etc ,just because people from NZ expects the same from other countries doesnt mean we are bigoted or racist.I asked a recent immigrant which flag he was voting for when the referendum was on,he replied none I havent been here long enough and I thought that was a fair call
Yes and if the dollar had stayed the same you would of said all labours fault and if the dollar had risen you would of said all labours fault . A low dollar is actually really beneficial to a lot of our industries , mine included so Im happy regardless of cause
Government should of already had allocated solid infrastructure being developed into Taranaki , the country owes it to them for all the royalties and tax from O and G over the years .Even Dubai etc are investing heavily in other because they know at some stage the wells will become unviable .Also you can blame labour but lets face it , it was the cost of getting in with the greens and thats all
Cycleways are more important than other recreational users , when more cycleways are made it looks good at election time (local and central) and when you are the ones that want to be in charge of budgets , does anything else matter ?Pureora is a good example they bulldozed an old scar through the forest spent mega on infrastructure etc ( yes its brought lots of benefits too) ,but there are other traditional users of the forest that have never seen really seen improvement for their interests
take the good with the bad thats the whole business model . High prices are what we get when we sell our national energy assets , and something we rely on becomes more about paying out dividends than reinvestment for the good of all NZers
Teaching is a 'sweet gig' - there's no reason to strike, says deputy principal
Every worker has a poor me story , usually doesnt equate to a pay rise unfortunately
Lighten up, Nats, and stop barking at every passing car
Yes the National machine is all getting a bit boring , Bridges comments remind me of a sulky loser that hates on everything being said but offers up no real great alternatives .Same when the Stuff comments get strategically over run by National supporters and like/dislikes thats getting to almost cringe levels too
Let's not let te reo fall into extinction
Being a Pakeha that can have a simple conversation in Maori but I wouldnt call myself fluent, I find other non-Maori usually take a negative view on me speaking te reo , Maori that cant/dont speak it usually roll their eyes and Maori that are fluent seem hell bent on trying to correct and embarrass as much as possible . I dont know what the answer is, but its not a good environment to try and grow a language.
Pet stag 'brazenly' butchered by poachers in North Canterbury
Eaten?
Cold comfort: Food prices at Kiwi ski fields are out of control
On another note, come on government make R.A.L pay tax ! Its a business just like any other
Pink's husband opts out of gig in favour of Kiwi tucker and beer
Good one Timaru !
Government set to give oil industry breathing space over permits, Greens urge rethink
Poorly executed Green driven policy showing they are a hindrance in any government, mainstream parties have enough environment awareness to deem this party irrelevant . At least , business interests aside the resource will still be there
Business leaders, economists fear NZ economy is slowing, leading survey shows
This is all the governments fault ...they must be to blame ...cant think of anything else
When a person with extreme views defends free speech someone gets hurt
I have always interrupted that speech as against the government processes for dealing with Maori issues , not anti-Maori .The point Im trying to make is perspective doesnt always equal reality so why does perspective dictate when and what someone can speak about?
The meth house is a myth: Theres no risk from drug smoking residue, Govt report finds
Could never understand the logic to this , I mean if it was that toxic wouldnt the meth heads be dying from smoking it first hand or were the experts/industry suggesting the residue was stuck to the walls and getting worse as time went by.Of course a clan lab would be a different scenario
Joel Maxwell: Before you judge, take a trip to your nearest courthouse
I am not worried about the number Maori going to prison if you do the crime you do the time , as a nation community we have enough support to help people ... if they want it .I am more concerned about the rich (and usually white) that seem to never go to prison you can rip people off millions and still stay in your mansion on the North shore or somewhere , that seems unfair
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern appears on Today show
I really rebel against this idea that politics has to be a place full of ego John Key calls the National party what the hell is she talking about ?? everyone looks at Simon he shrugs his shoulders lol
Backlash feared over price hikes for overseas visitors staying in Abel Tasman
Thats ok if they dont want to pay for the privilege or are disgruntled because of a different rate then just stay away Its user pays under labour not bend over backwards for foreign nationals at all costs
The ticking time bomb that could trigger a new financial crisis
They talk about the market like its got its own persona but really its simple greed and over confidence that fail the market .The guy working 50+ hours paying his correct taxes with no investments, no influence to the government of the day, no sneaky trusts, no hedge funds is the guy who copes it when it all turns to custard
"This local tech company has a 'happiness engineer' and chief smoothie maker",
A bit different most companies hire a Misery Manager you know the ones that try to make you appreciate employment etc
KiwiBuild: Not for low-income families, says Housing Minister
I thought Kiwi build was for building housing stock to stop the supply-demand issue it was never about helping one type of person
The reincarnation of Hinemoa Elder
Whats with all the down votes on her succeeding in her goals in life, and inspiring at least some others ? did i miss something ?
"Jonathan Milne: If these are Kiwi values, I don't want a bar of them",
It would be a nice gesture if R.A.L stepped up and paid for Tui to help achieve his goals, especially coming from Raetihi
Unsuccessful female candidate told store opted for physically strong male
Its a double edged sword really, you want to know why you were not successful on the other hand it hurts when you find out
John Chow for Auckland mayor? His 'arm could be twisted'
You cant really believe this dribble, China has done us no favors that havent benefited China .And your call for the time is right for a Chinese Mayor ? what about vote for the person you see most fit for purpose for the job , their ethnic background shouldnt come into it
Fonterra's stance on Mackenzie dairy expansion 'shows depth of negative feeling'
I think this will be one of those endeavors NZers look back at and ask why??
'Pay for it yourselves': NZ First MP Shane Jones savages hapÅ«'s PapatÅ«Änuku proposal
Keep up the good work Jonesy
Shifting from the UK: NZ has everything an immigrant needs
Funny because I get the impression immigrants are the ones who feel some how they are better than the ones that are born here , thats even hinted when you note how much you have sacrificed to get here . Government may push for immigration but Im not too fussed either way to be honest its good and bad . I dont consider myself better because my family has been here 6 generations, but we are different. We built this country that you enjoy , when immigrants say back home we did this.... . Well this is the only home we know
South Island Himalayan tahr cull cops hunting flak
Could be handled with a bit more consultation by the looks , I mean if people could leave their egos at the door and compromise on ALL sides maybe there would be a bit more contentment ....and maybe Im dreaming
Would you pay $48,000 for a bog-standard 1979 Ford Falcon?
Owned a fairmont ghia one,it was cool wish I still had it
Winter motoring: is it okay to warm up your car before driving?
Is this the same with diesels ?
Clear-cut forestry might give a healthy rate of return but local communities are paying the price
Yep definitely agree, should be corridors of native within pine stands you cant stop what has already been done but I sure hope we are learning from our mistakes
Barack Obama asks for reality-based governance as he campaigns to save his legacy
Gary ..what an awesome name for a town
Real estate agent entered property without consent, made tenants beds
Provided you with a house ? show some respect ? Renting a house is just a business agreement its not a public service , both parties need to meet their obligations or is it I have more money so treat me like a god ?
Greenpeace protests mega dairy conversion in the Mackenzie District
Filter out all the b.s ideology comments , this is one of the few on here that actually applies common sense
MÄori TV's gardening series He KÄkano will show how to turn $100 into $1400
Awesome kaupapaTotally agree with this lady about an awareness of food , you dont necessarily need to be a hunter , gatherer , farmer or gardener just informed that the food that sustains your life has a back story further than plastic wrapped at a supermarket
One-in-10 Kiwis are 'relying on an inheritance'
A fool and their money are soon parted , so if your poor and waiting on your parents etc to get some money its probably not going to be too long until you are poor again .People accusing parents of spending their inheritance ... guess what its only your inheritance once they die, before then its theirs to do what they want!
Opposition leader Simon Bridges says the country has been forced into wasting millions
Classic National ..Yet I seen him say that all the strike action is Labours fault for rising expectations of Nurses and Teachers , hmm ever thought maybe they deserve it ? He is out of touch and wont be leader by next election , they will pull him out just before the election and put someone fresh in, worked for Key and Ardern
New Zealander of the year Kristine Bartlett left 'ropeable' by labour law campaign
Big business created this discontentment by having an us and them mentality with their workers, its time to play fair and people are noticing .How do so many supermarket owners make the rich list ?
Glenn McConnell: Fees free is ill-thought-through craft cider socialism
They should focus on fully funding primary-high schools so donations are not being constantly asked for , give these schools more resources like more councilors , social workers and even psychiatrists and really try to give ALL children the best start .This isnt an incentive for people to got to uni its just a saving for who was going to go anyway
Two dead cows and a dead sheep puzzle Cantabrians after washing up on beach
Just another a day at the beach , if it was in Waitara
Methanol exporter Methanex signs supply deal, securing future in Taranaki
True , but the service jobs are worth considering you just need to look at the nose to tail traffic at 6 a.m during a shutdown
Fletcher Building posts $190m loss as costs rise
Yep rock star ? I would say more a house of cards
Simon Bridges says inquiry into Meka Whaitiri is unnecessary
I work for a SME and even we have a process for this kind of thing, I would think parliament would be the same ? its not about what he or she would of done although I understand the sentiment , its about following the processes and being pragmatic
So much dairy effluent went into stream it was 'extremely toxic' to anything in it
Time for farmers to step it up or face the consequences , just like any other business . Hope at least some or most of the fine is invested in something environmentally focused
Joe Bennett: Quetzalcoatl made promises, the dog said nothing, my rates rose
Well in New Plymouth the rates never go up and one day we will possibly pay no rates , thanks to the smart investments of a previous Mayor who sold our heirloom PowerCo shares that were making a tidy return .... Oh wait that fairytale never had its happy ending .Well at least those responsible were held to account ... oh no now Im really in dream land.Back to reality and our usual rates rises I suppose :-/
Clive Stirling is an outlier in a constantly changing job market
There is some truth to this as in my place the majority of trade jobs are filled by immigrants because of a so called shortage in engineers electricians etc then they have pushed for their kids to be their apprentices , while the kiwi guys out of school which some have been there for a long time dont even get an opportunity to apply and end up leaving .Nothing against the immigrants just a real shame we have had such a gap in kiwis having the opportunity to do apprenticeships Well done on the 50+ years good haul
Can a businesses reject customers based on religious beliefs?
Isnt her issue around gay weddings says nothing about them actually being gay ? thought lawyers would of picked that up ...but probably better lawyers elsewhere anywayThe restaurant that refused Donald Trumps press secretary service is that discriminatory ?
Queues building at west Auckland petrol station
Stink that you have to pay for a road tax when your filling up the boat
Skifield company RAL is trying to exert its rights on Mt Ruapehu, causing tension
Do a rough count up of people x lift passes x the days of the season you will realize RAL is not just scrapping thru
Eden Park: Stadium of the future or housing site?
$935,000 consultants fee ?? what has happened to this world
"Hunters were 200m from death as avalanche hit their campsite",
As above KTI PLB NZ
Ghost of the 1987 sharemarket crash still stalks the land
Its a little ironic that people dont want to invest in the stock exchange because of risk but are quick to buy a rental house then do an article on stuff because it all turned pear shaped
North Island farmers lose 100,000 lambs after spring storm
It does all come down to timing some good luck some good management . I can see how people would be upset seems the author has really focused on how this is going to effect the bank balance with not a lot of empathy to the fact that thousands of living things have died
Throwback Thursday: NZ's early noughties pop darling, K'Lee
Good voice ,listened for nostalgia but made me feel old lol
Dying to get there: A solution in sight for a notoriously dangerous section of SH3
Its the drivers that are at fault , but we still need to try idiot proof the road just like in a work place.Medium barriers all the way to Waitara , and block the exit at Corbett road would be a start plenty of safer places to come out of the industrial area .
Fish & Game warn of farmers' move to blunt environmental message
Why do some farmers come across as being so stubborn when it comes to the environment , fulfill your obligations legally first and then morally thats all the general public expects of you, as is with any business
‘Serious storm clouds’ threaten NZ democracy - report
While other countries look after the interests of its people we seem to let everyone else walk all over us , and you can not criticize certain ways other nations conduct themselves without been labelled a racist or a xenophobe.Time we harden up , we dont have to be Mr nice guy anymore
This native fish may soon be extinct, scientists warn
We needed to keep a more diverse range in public land reserves its all well and good to have nice mountain ranges under doc administration , but its shame we didnt look at the bigger picture , if it could be made in to farmland we cleared and drained it , if it was too dry we irrigated it.We could still stop this (e.g mckenzie country?) and get a good balance of productive land and conservation
They were flat, they were ugly – and nostalgia demands a reboot of the 1980s schoolyard favourite Nomad shoes
Ugly , should be left in the past , wrapped in leather ...no wonder they named a gang after them
Mt Taranaki 'due geologically speaking' for an eruption - and it could be 'catastrophic'
Maybe CD has witnessed how society has reacted to some of the recent disasters like when the shops were closed over Easter , or when there was no water in New Plymouth for a couple of days and thought they should say at least something to get people aware that their smartphone wont save them from everything
Refugees in the Sahara Desert blame New Zealand for perpetuating a conflict
Without trying to belittle their cause ,there are so many things worst than this happening in the world .
Asia Argento threatens to sue Rose McGowan over 'horrendous lies'
Oh America
NZ and overseas companies asked to ramp up prefab ops for Kiwibuild
Part of the reason of building more houses is so it at least stabilizes the property market so more people have a chance to buy a house , its not to stimulate more builds for more landlords .Heaps of better things to invest in anyway
"'Creaking and groaning' New Zealand energy system poses risk to economy",
Yep and you could apply that to so many companies in NZ , previous Governments both parties ,local and central have sold off our golden geese and left us exploited
Fish and Game tells Horizons to worry about important water issues before trout
There are some odd parallels in this country , selling whitebait tax free, no limit, doesnt affect benefits etc would be one .
Glenn McConnell: Fees free is ill-thought-through craft cider socialism
Theres no disagreement that this is going to work out well for some , and all kudos to your family for utilizing this opportunity .I wish them all the best.The contention is , is the best we can do for society as a whole with this money ? I think maybe not
John Chow for Auckland mayor? His 'arm could be twisted'
Really ??
Dairy prices tumble 5 per cent at latest auction
We need more value added and innovative products leaving our shores , especially from our primary industries ,instead of a quick and vulnerable buck on bulk raw products.
Playing with the notion that PÄkehÄ is a racist word
My family have been here for 7 generations and i dont want to be called a Kiwi that is a bird , or a league player.
Mick Fleetwood opens up about why Lindsey Buckingham was fired
Stevie does not look too impressed with Neils footwear
Time for a fairer share for workers
Its not about the earning more as management , its about fairness. Whenever this comes up its always get higher education ,start your own business , its tough being a ceo etc . Well all situations are different, these still need workers to run them and seems you need the right last name to get the top jobs anyway.Appreciate your workers and most will show it back it .
"Chicken's transformation: From treat to cheap eats",
Good call isnt someone elses job to make sure animal welfare is being observed , we can make some decisions but based on what ? PETA ? SAFE ? or stuff articles ?
ÅŒrÄkei Local board objects to rich-lister's helipad plans
You are correct (-:
Eminem's refusal to stay relevant is doing him zero favours
Greatest rapper of all time
Armstrong: If dental professionals, hardly fringe radicals, are calling for a tax on sugar we should at least listen
Sorry for the conspiracy theory but you have to wonder why we still have more or less the same treatments as we did 30 years ago? you would think someone would of invented a toothpaste that coated and fully protected our teeth for the day for a start
ÅŒrÄkei Local board objects to rich-lister's helipad plans
Rich people should be able to do what ever they want , everyone is just jealous , if you want a heli pad all you need to do is stop smoking pot and get a job , if you are on a low wage just upskill (-;
Why Kiwis pay so much for beef and lamb
Export market is catered for, pay for a premium product, its huge and the more product you sell the bigger return so it makes sense to send best overseas and even sell cheaper in some high volume markets. Farming/meatworks or any exporter is a business they are not a charity .Next time you buy an imported item consider what the importer has paid for it and their mark up for a comparison
Pink's husband Carey Hart is exploring New Zealand and he loves it
On the video it sounds like hes riding around on an AG
More trampers rescued from Central Plateau than any other place in country
These walks are a classic example of NZ being a tourist hot spot without investing in infrastructure . I think tourists should be charged and then hire track wardens etc ...Its a wilderness area you say? that horse has bolted , do the round the mountain if you want a 1 back to nature experience
Dillian Whyte beats Joseph Parker in heavyweight boxing clash in London
Just being pragmatic but hess gone as far as he can with his current coaching team , either progress forward or buy a gym and tell what if stories
Litter by Little: Natone Park School pupils dig in to clean up waterway
Good stuff!
Te Atiawa makes commercial move by snapping up land under police station, court house
It really is great to see Iwi turning money from their settlement claims and becoming significant asset owners I just hope the money and resources trickle down to all apu and all the people , specifically those that need support .
13 simple ways to improve your self-esteem
There is nothing in that list that doesnt come natural with the wisdom of age
New Zealander of the year Kristine Bartlett left 'ropeable' by labour law campaign
Um the Philippines , India ?
Race on to save Wellington's 'Edwardian' houses from Chinese wrecking ball
What is the history of the first house pictured in the article ? I was in Wellington the other day and thought it looked interesting
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern calls for end to town vs country on climate
National government let farmers down with their party mantra of short sighted gains to make you feel good right now ,but as always need to pay for it somehow sometime .Â
Dangerous slips on Mt Taranaki track are a 'huge headache' for DOC
Good track but really does need infrastructure first before its promoted, Tracks need improvement , 30 plus people in 16 bunk huts are not ideal and too little car parking for a start
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern calls for end to town vs country on climate
Incorrect it was the national government that encouraged a free for all that led to the situation of some farms been run too hard for the environmentÂ
Government set to give oil industry breathing space over permits, Greens urge rethink
Yes and no, the O and G engineering and services sector is huge in Taranaki it would make sense to develop other energy industry there
Labour, PM down in latest poll
NZ first usually poll bad between polls because they make populist promises just before electionÂ
Should you make your kids wait for their inheritance - or give it while youre alive?
Can be complicated , a friend of ours built a house on his parents farm now the other kids are up in arms is that his inheritance?etc . I would suggest keep it black and white and run everything thru a (cringe) lawyer , also keep fairness the priority to keep away the dramas .Â
Jeremy Elwood & Michele A'Court: Migrant values are Kiwi values
The 6th generation thing is no different to say moving into a little community and finding your place , adapting to the way things are done there etc ,just because people from NZ expects the same from other countries doesnt mean we are bigoted or racist.I asked a recent immigrant which flag he was voting for when the referendum was on,he replied none I havent been here long enough and I thought that was a fair call
The high-flying jobs you can get with no formal qualification
Find something you enjoy doing, well paying or not , money is something but it isnt everything .Lifes short
Idyllic mask of rural NZ hides underbelly of profound isolation
Good article, I think there would be a lot of farmlet buyers that get caught out by this
Fine for North Canterbury farmer who cleared 70ha of braided riverbed for commercial gain
Looks like easy money at 34k greed wins again , should of been made to forfeit that amount of land x2 and put it all into native plantings
Simon Bridges says criticism of PM Jacinda Ardern not sexist
Well said, they come across looking so self centered sometimes, its awkward to watch
Reserve Bank interest rate call sends NZ dollar tumbling
Yes and if the dollar had stayed the same you would of said all labours fault and if the dollar had risen you would of said all labours fault . A low dollar is actually really beneficial to a lot of our industries , mine included so Im happy regardless of cause
Big surplus makes argument against tax cuts harder to swallow
Spend more on mental health so every single NZer benefits . A lot of us dont need tax cuts we just want it spent in the right places
Summer drought sends Taranaki to bottom of regional economic scorecard
Government should of already had allocated solid infrastructure being developed into Taranaki , the country owes it to them for all the royalties and tax from O and G over the years .Even Dubai etc are investing heavily in other because they know at some stage the wells will become unviable .Also you can blame labour but lets face it , it was the cost of getting in with the greens and thats all
Slow down: Coastal cycle trail 'less important' than protected surf break
Cycleways are more important than other recreational users , when more cycleways are made it looks good at election time (local and central) and when you are the ones that want to be in charge of budgets , does anything else matter ?Pureora is a good example they bulldozed an old scar through the forest spent mega on infrastructure etc ( yes its brought lots of benefits too) ,but there are other traditional users of the forest that have never seen really seen improvement for their interests
Reserve Bank interest rate call sends NZ dollar tumbling
yeah other nations purposely run their dollar low , its all about balance ..but hey good reason to knock the government
Heat goes on spot-price power customers as wholesale prices soar
take the good with the bad thats the whole business model . High prices are what we get when we sell our national energy assets , and something we rely on becomes more about paying out dividends than reinvestment for the good of all NZers
Taranaki thunderstorms the start of a turbulent week
stop the weather waffle
Six acts of rugby sportsmanship to match David Pocock's concern for Ryan Crotty
I was talking about the All Blacks