I never would have thought that I would be happy for Winston have control of any government. Just goes to show sometimes you need to be grateful for small mercies.
Winston will do what's best for Winston. Nothing more certain. He runs the risk of his legacy being more tarnished than it already has become and being remembered for the series of poor choices he has made and there are plenty of them.
I like some of nz first policies even if it is now extremely difficult to see what they stand for. The pity for me is that they have not been put into practice since joining the COL. This last of action reinforces to me that winston is not trustworthy , and in my view neither is jones nor mark. The gold card is a disgrace and should be dropped leaving winston with a legacy of zilch .That sharp mind of his that usually misses nothing, I always wonder how he missed his superannuation overpayment. With winston gone they are all gone.
You give winston too much credit and respect. He won't t fail because jacinda won't let him, but he won't achieve anything significant because Jacinda won't let him. He is the epitome of what is wrong with politicians.
Yeah right. 40 years of finance experience including 20 running my own company knowing full well the negative impact of a selective cgt would have on the growth of jobs.Contrast that with the ill informed rants of a socialist like Burt.
A 10 out of ten for the moustache. It's fantastic and I wonder how long until he has his own fan club. And man can he scrum. Is he better to start and bring on some mobility as the opponents start to tire.
Are the Maori MPs on lists or in constituent seats on the Maori rolls or generally on the non Maori roll. The obvious question to follow is should MPs be able to stand for a seat they cant vote for.
The ref got the first scrum penalty wrong, the yellow card wrong and the Sam cane hit wrong the Savea try wrong. Individually not insurmountable but collectively soul destroying for french.
Peters has had the best part of four decades in parliament. What is the sum of all the salary and perks he has taken from the public trough as I bet it is huge.His list of achievements is ........ not so big.
Why National insists on calling Jacinda Ardern 'weak'
National got it right. Winston is a poison challis
No reason for Jacinda Ardern to stay home from Pacific Forum
Where is the media witch hunt over unreasonable travel expenses
Pike River mine re-entry to take longer than expected
No surprises there. Where's winston he should be leading the charge in his hi viz pin striped suit.
Auckland's Powerstation owner apologises for booking controversial speakers
More leftish drivel. If Putin came to nz would any council shut him out of speaking. No way.
Embattled minister Clare Curran struggles to explain using personal email for Government business
Mallard and impartial is a oxymoron
Jacinda Ardern opens the door to business, filling the vacuum
No wonder the eyes rolled. No idea
What it's like being a young mother in today's Parliament
No special treatment should be allowed.
Cautious optimism as New Zealand families get boost to pay packets
Contraception education and perspiration are the correct tools to end poverty and save the world.
The Winston and Jacinda show - it's time for Ardern to push back
Dont push back just stop making so many mistakes.
The shed that saved Clarrie Merrick
Great story
Wellington dad barred from parents' room at Queensgate Mall by another parent
I would have told that woman where to go and challenge her to call security.
Principal battles to turn around one of NZs most challenging schools: I shut my door and burst into tears
Jobs instead of welfare will lift parents esteem.
Chicken farmer who cant stay in NZ uses Sroubek decision in legal bid
So why did he not get granted residency. Why why why.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says Immigration Minister Iain Lees-Galloway staying put
If it was me I would have resigned. A conspicuous display of honour would go a long way.
Damien Grant: Air NZ CEO Christopher Luxon does not represent me
Appointing the head of a vindictive monopoly to provide business advice to the pm is like having the head of BP advise on petrol pricing.
Global hype continues to paint Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern as a cliche
I never would have thought that I would be happy for Winston have control of any government. Just goes to show sometimes you need to be grateful for small mercies.
The Treaty and Me: What the Treaty of Waitangi means to New Zealanders
Yet another round of full and final settlements
Greens will vote for waka jumping at third reading - but aren't happy about it
The greens show the lack of integrity that stop me supporting them.
Alice Snedden: The AM Shows Mark Richardson has an old-fashioned way of thinking
And there is the nub of the issue.
With Winston Peters in charge, it seems everything could be up for grabs
Winston will do what's best for Winston. Nothing more certain. He runs the risk of his legacy being more tarnished than it already has become and being remembered for the series of poor choices he has made and there are plenty of them.
An ode to free and responsible speech - it's been a rough week for it
Hate speech. When you hate what other people say that you dont agree with.
At 25, NZ First is still fighting the battles of its youth. Can that work without Peters at the helm?
I like some of nz first policies even if it is now extremely difficult to see what they stand for. The pity for me is that they have not been put into practice since joining the COL. This last of action reinforces to me that winston is not trustworthy , and in my view neither is jones nor mark. The gold card is a disgrace and should be dropped leaving winston with a legacy of zilch .That sharp mind of his that usually misses nothing, I always wonder how he missed his superannuation overpayment. With winston gone they are all gone.
Cullens capital gains tax comments could turn the tax into a game for business
He deliberately wasted the last surplus as the gfc loomed up in his rear mirror. A despicable act if ever there was one.
Aus immigration minister's exit could present opportunity for refugees
For me.
Embattled minister Clare Curran struggles to explain using personal email for Government business
Surely she has to go. What an embarrassment
Moving to NZ "the most humbling experience" of her life, migrant says
Every time a bureaucratic is interviewed on tv I am amazed how many are foreigners. I often wonder is there no kiwi suitable for that job.
One year since Jacinda Ardern saved the Labour Party
And we are still waiting for the country to be better. All talk no action.
Follow the leader: Why did America fall for the alt-Right?
Live and let live. I dont agree with the extreme right but disagree with the extreme left as well.
Green Party members revolt over water bottling decision
The greens at work and play. Stop the plant.
Minister says campaign against labour law reform is 'deliberately misleading'
Polysplaining. A new term meaning an elected official overdramatising for effect the need for the electorate to accept his version of the truth.
Chinese investors spooked by foreign buyer ban, says website
Excellent news
"Stamp MPs with a best-before date",
If you cant effect change in 3 terms then let someone else get it done.
NZ Super isn't enough for 'no frills' lifestyle, but Kiwis are bridging the gap
Try and get a job over 60. Impossible.
The Winston and Jacinda show - it's time for Ardern to push back
There is nothing progressive about socialism
BusinessNZ criticises 'unilateral' addition of 'back pay' to pay equity bill
Does this now mean that I will get the same hourly rate as Jacinda. Looking good guys.
Why National insists on calling Jacinda Ardern 'weak'
The greens may also go.
More than 4000 public servants at MBIE and IRD vote to strike
Overpaid and underworked public servants want to be paid more to do even less.
Ban on new offshore oil exploration permits looms
When winston goes the col goes.
Duncan Garner: Stay calm, everyone, Winstons got this
You give winston too much credit and respect. He won't t fail because jacinda won't let him, but he won't achieve anything significant because Jacinda won't let him. He is the epitome of what is wrong with politicians.
Sir Michael Cullens shutdown of Tax Working Groups critics
Yeah right. 40 years of finance experience including 20 running my own company knowing full well the negative impact of a selective cgt would have on the growth of jobs.Contrast that with the ill informed rants of a socialist like Burt.
Never mind foreign teachers - Kiwis need to take up the cultural challenge too
When we can all speak English properly then focus on another language.
The Winston and Jacinda show - it's time for Ardern to push back
They had that same opportunity from the cross benches but sitting there, no opportunity existed for Winnie to be acting pm.
Acting Prime Minister Winston Peters backs New Zealand's provincial cities
Personally I love the ideas that peters party espouse. The pity is, based on past performance, I cannot trust him to deliver them
Foreign buyers snap up homes in central Auckland
Want to buy a house. Become a kiwi.
No regional fuel tax for Wellington as Minister categorically rules it out
So Jacinda admits they are taxes then.
Christchurch council said it couldn't insulate its flat - so Lynda McKenzie got it done herself
Local government . Who needs them.
Dancing With The Stars NZ: Judges eliminate Marama Fox in new-look process
It is more a popularity contest that a dancing one.
Michelle Duff: Malnourished kids are our responsibility
I always had a choice for dinner each night. Eat it or don't. Up to you.
Sir Michael Cullens shutdown of Tax Working Groups critics
Cullen was an absolute disaster is a MOF leaving the economy and prospective economy in a dire state. Deliberately so.
Dressmakers say they are losing business as cheap Chinese wedding dresses flood the market
Why would anyone pay $8000 for a wedding dress. Seriously misguided
CTO fiasco makes it 'hard to trust' Jacinda Ardern, Simon Bridges says
More lies.
Sir Michael Cullens shutdown of Tax Working Groups critics
No he wasnt. That was bill English who dragged the hapless economy left by Cullen through the gfc to world wide acclaim.
'Throw fatty out,' says Acting PM Winston Peters
Hilarious
At UN, unrepentant Donald Trump set to rattle foes, friends alike
The UN is simply a talk fest.
Women must make up half of all state sector boards: Govt
Best person for the job only. Quotas reduce quality.
Thomas Markle says Meghan and the royal family 'cut me off completely'
Stop going to the media.
Editorial: Clark's return is no help to Ardern
Cullen Bolger and the rest
Refugee dilemma resolved in the nick of time for Jacinda Ardern
Hardly amazing.
How the All Blacks players rated in the first test against France at Eden Park
A 10 out of ten for the moustache. It's fantastic and I wonder how long until he has his own fan club. And man can he scrum. Is he better to start and bring on some mobility as the opponents start to tire.
Ministers issue fresh request to Tax Working Group to 'consider inequality'
At this rate it could happen
Beauty queen barred from China warns New Zealand should be cautious of closeness
By all means continue to sell our milk and meat to China, just not our farms.
Helen Clark says gender parity is possible in Parliament
I want the best calibre people. If it was 100% women I would be fine with that.
Slice of pristine South Island high country 'should finally become national park'
Where is winston when he is needed
Housing schemes morale-boosting propaganda doesnt tackle crisis
Started way before kiwibuy was launched. Maybe should be called kiwirebrand.
Protests kick off at Parliament over Hauraki treaty settlement signing
When people say its not about the money, well its always about the money.
Steve Hansen and Jacques Brunel bang heads over Damian McKenzie try
100% a try. Read the rules.
Verity Johnson: Why going to a male strip club is a feminist experience
What hypocrisy
Magnifying the elephant in the boardroom
He instigated the drop in economic performance but pretends he foresaw it.
Removing MÄori seats too divisive, Bridges says
Are the Maori MPs on lists or in constituent seats on the Maori rolls or generally on the non Maori roll. The obvious question to follow is should MPs be able to stand for a seat they cant vote for.
Inside Pike River: parent Bernie Monk enters mine for first time
Talk is cheap.
Feminist 40/3 protesters demand action at design awards in Auckland
As long as the best wins. No problem.
Aus immigration minister's exit could present opportunity for refugees
â The sort of government we had. â
Prime minister looks to kill the elephant in the room with economic speech
Labour and the greens cosying up to the business sector. Who would have thought.
Domestic violence victims able to take a new form of leave
More welfare. Ya
Auckland Council looks for more cash to get homeless off streets as forecast paints grim picture
Jobs is the real answer
Jacinda Arderns message to the party faithful - we cant do it all
Smaller government lower taxes to fund it and personal responsibility for your families needs. What a great idea.
Live: Does the Govts foreign buyers ban still have its teeth after softening?
More exceptions that rules. Do it properly or don't do it at all.
Transmission Gully motorway looks likely to be user-pays after Labour shifts gears on tolling
The speed at which labour changes tack is simply staggering.
The leaseholder, the young student and the bad boy
Time to change the locks on the front door.
Auckland councillors face election-year horror of setting own salaries
There should never be a long term career available as a politician. 9 years or 3 terms is a suitable maximum.
A breed apart? MPs are now birds of a different feather
According to mark twain âpoliticians are like diapersâ . No further explanation required.
France player hospitalised with head injuries from 'illegal' AB tactics
The ref got the first scrum penalty wrong, the yellow card wrong and the Sam cane hit wrong the Savea try wrong. Individually not insurmountable but collectively soul destroying for french.
'Boys will be boys': Pyjama top pulled after parent complaint
Oh come on. This is simply ridiculous.
Trump promises a 'real book' on his White House
A 1 fairy story.
Inland Revenue plays down strike numbers and claims it is 'keen' to negotiate
More to come. Police, teachers doc staff and more high profile public servants.
Number of race tracks look set to reduce as Winston Peters releases the Messara report
If winston is in favour of it then I am against it on principle
Greens almost out in new poll, Budget does not give Labour a boost
Probably not. In fact definitely not.
Verity Johnson: Swearing is my little act of rebellion against what polite people do
Her parents must be so proud.
Phil Twyford duplicating bureaucracy in Urban Development Authority move
No.
It's a business as usual return for Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern
Actually I thought Ardern looked much less polished than usual. Parker noticed it too.
Spark slashes staff costs under Agile working structure
Slashing staff number and costs and expecting customer service standards to rise. Gee what a great plan. Not.
Aussies left wondering when the black tide will turn following more Bledis-woe
Aussies need to come to grips with the fact that kiwis dont care what excuses are made, who makes them or how often they are trotted out.
Housing Affordability Measure: How likely is owning a home where you live?
Then help her get citizenship
Avery 'exhausted and tired' after LifePod Appeal concert called off by Eden Park
I want more concerts at Eden Park.
Acting Prime Minister Winston Peters backs New Zealand's provincial cities
Peters has had the best part of four decades in parliament. What is the sum of all the salary and perks he has taken from the public trough as I bet it is huge.His list of achievements is ........ not so big.
Duncan Garner: Stay calm, everyone, Winstons got this
Just one credible example in his 30 years at the public trough.
Warning to journalists who take unauthorised photos of returning Jacinda Ardern's daughter Neve
Stop showing the baby in public. The media will stop taking photos.
Declining All Blacks tipped to finish 3rd behind Springboks and Wallabies in Rugby Championship
Top job. She tells lies for a living
A deathbed murder confession: Why doctors decided not to tell police
Could make that call anywhere
Wounded Wallabies to pick up the pieces as All Blacks loom
They make Marshall look good.