Its certainly impolite, but not illegal. The problem is, if you draw a line - where do you draw the line?For example, if I film my kids playing sports, and happen to also film other kids playing - would that be OK or not? There are an infinite range of social contexts to crop up, and legislation simply cant cater for them all.
Wow. That is not a good use of $100k at all.I have to say, I dont get it. Obviously Curran made a shambles of the recruitment process, but is the job itself a bad idea?Why do they need to rethink the objectives of the role? Shouldnt they have got this crystal-clear before taking applications for it?What a mess.
Charlie, you need to accept that this isnt a partisan issue at all. Its pretty hard to defend the Governments performance here. You should stop trying!
It seems to me that the potential for the ban to hurt housing investment should have been taken into account before the policy was developed and campaigned on. Otherwise it looks like they told fibs to get elected and then backed away from a policy they new was unworkable.
I tend to agree that a Harley should not be built anywhere but the USA. Id feel better if it was also illegal to export them anywhere else.They could probably get around the EU tariffs by reclassifying them as tractors!
This article is from BNZ. Nothing to do with Key.Also, it is reporting the opinion of an economist, not the opinion of Stuff. Balance isnt even a question here.
It will be interesting to see how this develops. Either Labour didnt know enough to build an accurate forecast, or they willfully misrepresented things. Assuming of course that the current round of economic forecasts actually turn out to be correct. At this stage, they are just predictions.
It is obvious. But as you say, its speculation. Has anyone proven that the phosphate reserves are the sole (or even major) reason for the occupation of the land?
Every PM since the dark ages has had the same criticism and pressure. Even JA probably doesnt expect it to be any different.If it was, then she would be being treated with kid gloves. Which would be demeaning.If shes right for the job, she will deal with it and advance her agenda regardless.
Nope. Id love my kids to understand some Te Reo, but Id put things like civics and financial literacy ahead of it. There are only so many hours in the teaching day.
They havent striked for 24 years...Im too old to have got a day off school back then. And this time around, I have to find someone to look after my kids....Talk about the forgotten generation :)
Henry, it was DEFINITELY them. I realise that the media took a certain slant when reporting their request (which was more about preferably, give us meat or cash rather than chickpeas) - but you cant just expunge the fact from the record. Google doesnt allow it.
Curran might certainly be forgiven her transgressions if they were purely based on bad luck. But they were more competence-based. She just didnt get the messages, or take notice of the warning shots. I dont think anyone in Labour would rush to bring her back... unless they wanted a lame duck to draw fire away from other ministers!
Miriam-Webster also apparently has this to say about Egalitarianism:According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, the term has two distinct definitions in modern English:[5] either as a political doctrine that all people should be treated as equals and have the same political, economic, social and civil rights;[6] or as a social philosophy advocating the removal of economic inequalities among people, economic egalitarianism, or the decentralization of power. Some sources define egalitarianism as the point of view that equality reflects the natural state of humanity.Sounds like the same sort of concept. Maybe Verity should let people choose their own words rather than insist on using her preferred ones.
Blaming her for that wouldnt make sense, would it? It would be about as silly as giving Michael Cullen credit for the economic boom that preceeded the GFC!
Well, hes given a pretty good description of what manliness is to him. And isnt that the point - be yourself not what others expect you to be?Yet, he is out there doing exactly that. Telling others how they should act.
So... a Labour party member insulted a National MP (and later apologised to give him credit)...and this is NAT dirty politics?It is politics. But to call it DIRTY politics is a bit... how should I put this.... hysterical?
If there is one thing modern society does consistently, it is seek to reduce risks - to zero if possible. Even in situations where it may not make sense. So the author shouldnt be surprised if potential mentors look at even a small risk, consider the reward (probably none or close to for many mentor/mentee relationships) and choose not to go there.Actions and reactions!
That is exactly why it isnt a great article. It doesnt transcend labels at all. It looks to put the authors label of choice on standard behaviour. And then say that if you dont agree, you dont have a heart. Counterproductive at best.
Yep, silly kids in Treasury, MOT... etc.Its going to make it difficult for him to publicly use any projections they come out with that favour his agenda (But Mr Twyford, you said they were a bunch of kids disconnected from reality! Why are their numbers reliable now?).
How is keeping a public report under lock and key dirty politics?Did you know that Efeso Collins, one of the signatories of that letter has run for Parliament as a Labour MP?Cathy Casey (who also signed) used to be the partner of Matt McCarten. You know, the Labour stalwart. I guess its possible she is a closet Nat, but I doubt it.Goff seems to be upsetting people from across the political spectrum. Arent you curious as to why this is? Or is it just easier to give an ill-researched factional response?
Are we becoming progressively less civilised, rather than more? Increasingly, any difference in lifestyle is a valid reason to attack another group.Whats next - Pepsi fans vandalising restaurants that serve Coke?
I dont think any of the mistakes by ministers have been hanging offences (maybe with the exception of Shane Jones and his sticking his nose into everything). But she certainly hasnt drawn a line in the sand re expected standards. So things will get worse!
You do know that the RBNZ has been doing pretty much the opposite of that right?And I dont know if advocate for the rights of the first home buyer is in the RBNZs charter...
Greenpeace operates a private fleet of thirsty, oil-burning ships (e.g. MV Arctic Sunrise).To my mind, this puts them in a weaker position than average to lecture others about climate change.
I think the investigating Police have admitted that there are a range of factors at play in this crash. Speed will probably be one of them, but it may not even be the most important.Lets wait for the results of the investigation before using this accident to push a preconceived agenda.
I guess we could give our kids tea.... that could work.Or, as the Woodsman says, water.Milk has nutritional value. Coke really doesnt. Its no substitute for milk at all. It is better to have nothing (or water) than to have coke. Parents who buy coke rather than giving their child a glass of water ARE lazy.
He actually said that most of the women closest to him could be described as that. I.e. he likes/loves them. Selective reading does you no credit.And re: white privilege I think you have also willfully missed his point there also.
And oil. Dont forget lots of oil. Large oil reserves give the luxury of lots of different forms of government. The Nordic model. The Saudi model. The Venzualean model.
You wouldnt blame them for giving up???Really? People disagree with us... how sad, lets drop that idea!Clearly, you have low expectations of our leader. Personally I dont think a CGT would be the right thing to do. But if Labour believe it is, then I darn well expect them to try to implement it.
Clean energy like wind, solar, and hydro have no fuel costs, so once built they are much cheaper to run.Yes, once built. They are expensive to build and maintain. And that cost gets amortised over the lifetime of the powerplant and passed on in power costs.You can actually say the same about nuclear power plants. Once built, they are cheap to run (but expensive to decommission).Sorry Greenpeace, I see this article as being outside your brief. And your expertise too.
Well, in teh state sector 45.7% dont meet your description, because they are female. I doubt that all of the remainder would accept your nasty description of them either.
There was no myth to destroy. The ABs arent unbeatable, and never have been.They are however, statistically much harder to beat than any other side. Thats not a myth.
Its hard to see how the TWG can benefit Labour, whichever way it recommends. CGT is a complex subject and is not clear-cut at all. No amount of working groups will change that. In the end, Labour has to make the decision on whether to have a comprehensive CGT or not. And be judged by voters based on that decision.
I dont know much about the agreement in question, and dont approve of trying to hush up things like this. Better to expose and fire the person concerned But I doubt the woman was forced to sign the agreement. Betray Kiwi women as a headline is a little overblown.
World Rugby boss Agustin Pichot sparks outrage by sharing xenophobic squads list
Its a pretty simple statement of the facts. People are working pretty hard to get offended by it.
Mum mad at other woman for videoing her child's tantrum
Its certainly impolite, but not illegal. The problem is, if you draw a line - where do you draw the line?For example, if I film my kids playing sports, and happen to also film other kids playing - would that be OK or not? There are an infinite range of social contexts to crop up, and legislation simply cant cater for them all.
Magnifying the elephant in the boardroom
Labour take a slice of other peoples pie. Thats not sharing, its theft.
Derek Handley receives $107k in compensation after being dumped as chief technology officer
Wow. That is not a good use of $100k at all.I have to say, I dont get it. Obviously Curran made a shambles of the recruitment process, but is the job itself a bad idea?Why do they need to rethink the objectives of the role? Shouldnt they have got this crystal-clear before taking applications for it?What a mess.
Derek Handley receives $107k in compensation after being dumped as chief technology officer
Charlie, you need to accept that this isnt a partisan issue at all. Its pretty hard to defend the Governments performance here. You should stop trying!
PM says her agenda works 'hand in hand' with business, but can she explain it?
Yet, Labour seems to be taking it seriously? Why so defensive?
Derek Handley receives $107k in compensation after being dumped as chief technology officer
Its the sort of thing that someone would lose their job for allowing in the private sector. $100k is a lot to throw away.
Derek Handley receives $107k in compensation after being dumped as chief technology officer
What the Sam Hill has this got to do with National?
Live: Does the Govts foreign buyers ban still have its teeth after softening?
It seems to me that the potential for the ban to hurt housing investment should have been taken into account before the policy was developed and campaigned on. Otherwise it looks like they told fibs to get elected and then backed away from a policy they new was unworkable.
Derek Handley receives $107k in compensation after being dumped as chief technology officer
Their toilet habits are their own business. Needless $107k payouts are everyones!
New Zealand's Push-me-Pull-you Government
Do you have any proof for thinking that, or are you just channeling your inner Trump?
Capital gains tax debate not over, Grant Robertson suggests
So... thee government throws CGT to a working group. The working group throws it back to the Government. Money well spent so far!
Donald Trump threatens to punish Harley-Davidson for move
I tend to agree that a Harley should not be built anywhere but the USA. Id feel better if it was also illegal to export them anywhere else.They could probably get around the EU tariffs by reclassifying them as tractors!
New Zealand's Push-me-Pull-you Government
No he didnt. And nothing like it either. Google will tell you, if your education is lacking.
BNZ says Government should focus on investment as it warns fiscal target 'won't be met'
This article is from BNZ. Nothing to do with Key.Also, it is reporting the opinion of an economist, not the opinion of Stuff. Balance isnt even a question here.
Palmerston North Housing NZ tenant worried by vague information on redevelopment plans
I hate to point out the obvious, but her daughter is now 20.
Palmerston North Housing NZ tenant worried by vague information on redevelopment plans
Screw over - by giving them a home for 16 years??
Too often so-called hate speech is simply distasteful or offensive
Are you sure it isnt you who have missed the point?
Magnifying the elephant in the boardroom
For something that the public doesnt care about, business confidence certainly seems to attract a lot of interest, coverage and comments!
BNZ says Government should focus on investment as it warns fiscal target 'won't be met'
It will be interesting to see how this develops. Either Labour didnt know enough to build an accurate forecast, or they willfully misrepresented things. Assuming of course that the current round of economic forecasts actually turn out to be correct. At this stage, they are just predictions.
Thanks to New Zealand, I have spent all my life in a refugee tent
It is obvious. But as you say, its speculation. Has anyone proven that the phosphate reserves are the sole (or even major) reason for the occupation of the land?
The Auckland fuel tax always looked doomed, just not quite this quickly
Well,the good news is that the Gaspy database will give us a pretty good insight as to what does end up happening. Im looking forward to finding out!
Primary teachers and principals strike for first time since 1994
What is the expiry date on your ploy to blame National for everything?
PM says Winston Peters would recuse himself from any lawsuit decisions
So... you think Winnie would make a good dictator...?
David Hall: How Jacinda Ardern embodies the spirit of republicanism
Every PM since the dark ages has had the same criticism and pressure. Even JA probably doesnt expect it to be any different.If it was, then she would be being treated with kid gloves. Which would be demeaning.If shes right for the job, she will deal with it and advance her agenda regardless.
Austin Healey: Its time to end the mythology about the All Blacks
2015, Apia (thats in Samoa). When was the last time England played in Bucharest?
No-one's forcing you to learn te reo, give it a go though bro
Nope. Id love my kids to understand some Te Reo, but Id put things like civics and financial literacy ahead of it. There are only so many hours in the teaching day.
Too often so-called hate speech is simply distasteful or offensive
Very melodramatic, considering the subject is a couple of people who want to speak in front of maybe a couple of dozen.
Women must make up half of all state sector boards: Govt
Good questions! Particularly the one about specific boards. If it is right at an average level, it is also right at a individual board level!
Primary teachers and principals strike for first time since 1994
They havent striked for 24 years...Im too old to have got a day off school back then. And this time around, I have to find someone to look after my kids....Talk about the forgotten generation :)
Michelle Duff: Malnourished kids are our responsibility
Henry, it was DEFINITELY them. I realise that the media took a certain slant when reporting their request (which was more about preferably, give us meat or cash rather than chickpeas) - but you cant just expunge the fact from the record. Google doesnt allow it.
BNZ says Government should focus on investment as it warns fiscal target 'won't be met'
What the heck does UK politics have to do with this article?
Falls from grace are quickly forgotten - if you manage the damage
Curran might certainly be forgiven her transgressions if they were purely based on bad luck. But they were more competence-based. She just didnt get the messages, or take notice of the warning shots. I dont think anyone in Labour would rush to bring her back... unless they wanted a lame duck to draw fire away from other ministers!
Verity Johnson: You and my dad are feminists too
Miriam-Webster also apparently has this to say about Egalitarianism:According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, the term has two distinct definitions in modern English:[5] either as a political doctrine that all people should be treated as equals and have the same political, economic, social and civil rights;[6] or as a social philosophy advocating the removal of economic inequalities among people, economic egalitarianism, or the decentralization of power. Some sources define egalitarianism as the point of view that equality reflects the natural state of humanity.Sounds like the same sort of concept. Maybe Verity should let people choose their own words rather than insist on using her preferred ones.
3 per cent of house sales to foreigners
It would be interesting to know the proportion of transfers FROM non-NZ citizens to non-NZ citizens.I.e. is it a different 3% each quarter?
Verity Johnson: You and my dad are feminists too
Yes, dear....
BNZ says Government should focus on investment as it warns fiscal target 'won't be met'
Really? This is a quote from the 9 Aug OCR: Low business confidence can affect employment and investment decisions.
Labour may be preparing to shelve major tax reform, but is it really last chance saloon?
Well, the Govt hasnt taken a position at all yet. But either way, the working group is looking like a dubious use of taxpayer money.
PM says her agenda works 'hand in hand' with business, but can she explain it?
Blaming her for that wouldnt make sense, would it? It would be about as silly as giving Michael Cullen credit for the economic boom that preceeded the GFC!
"'Bucket toilet' for garage tenants: The vulnerable Kiwis reforms won't help",
Hyperbole much? I own one house - and live in it, no speculation involved. So do many, many others. You should try it!
"'Bucket toilet' for garage tenants: The vulnerable Kiwis reforms won't help",
Give that argument a go at LAX. Let us know how you get on!
Real men are empathetic and take ownership of their actions
Well, hes given a pretty good description of what manliness is to him. And isnt that the point - be yourself not what others expect you to be?Yet, he is out there doing exactly that. Telling others how they should act.
Labour may be preparing to shelve major tax reform, but is it really last chance saloon?
I dont. But I want politicians to act consistently with their beliefs.
Kelvin Davis says he let himself down when he called National MP hysterical
So... a Labour party member insulted a National MP (and later apologised to give him credit)...and this is NAT dirty politics?It is politics. But to call it DIRTY politics is a bit... how should I put this.... hysterical?
Palmerston North Housing NZ tenant worried by vague information on redevelopment plans
Yep. But they dont pay rent or mortgage same as me.
New Zealand's Push-me-Pull-you Government
I dont remember that. In any case, using the past to justify something robs you of a chance to be better.
Verity Johnson: You and my dad are feminists too
Maybe not. But an apt description!
Labour may be preparing to shelve major tax reform, but is it really last chance saloon?
Or, how they dont work, as the case may be?
Thanks to New Zealand, I have spent all my life in a refugee tent
MadManMo nailed it. The phospate was contracted for and paid for.
Dont give in to the fear - its good for men and women to talk
If there is one thing modern society does consistently, it is seek to reduce risks - to zero if possible. Even in situations where it may not make sense. So the author shouldnt be surprised if potential mentors look at even a small risk, consider the reward (probably none or close to for many mentor/mentee relationships) and choose not to go there.Actions and reactions!
All Blacks' lethal counter attack strategy 'due to John Mitchell's basketball background'
Yep, the same John Mitchell who sidelined one of the great counterattacking fullbacks (Christian Cullen)
"'Bucket toilet' for garage tenants: The vulnerable Kiwis reforms won't help",
Maybe. But if he ran an inspection every three weeks, its very possible he would be found guilty of harassing his tenants!
Verity Johnson: You and my dad are feminists too
That is exactly why it isnt a great article. It doesnt transcend labels at all. It looks to put the authors label of choice on standard behaviour. And then say that if you dont agree, you dont have a heart. Counterproductive at best.
Four-day week is for townies, not farmers
So, in summary. You saw something on TV that was different to the life you lead. Imagine that. The horror!
The Auckland fuel tax always looked doomed, just not quite this quickly
Yep, silly kids in Treasury, MOT... etc.Its going to make it difficult for him to publicly use any projections they come out with that favour his agenda (But Mr Twyford, you said they were a bunch of kids disconnected from reality! Why are their numbers reliable now?).
Goff v the B Team: Investigations, bullying and distrust at Auckland Council
How is keeping a public report under lock and key dirty politics?Did you know that Efeso Collins, one of the signatories of that letter has run for Parliament as a Labour MP?Cathy Casey (who also signed) used to be the partner of Matt McCarten. You know, the Labour stalwart. I guess its possible she is a closet Nat, but I doubt it.Goff seems to be upsetting people from across the political spectrum. Arent you curious as to why this is? Or is it just easier to give an ill-researched factional response?
Vegan festival gets the chop as French meat lobby threatens to fire up barbecue protest
Are we becoming progressively less civilised, rather than more? Increasingly, any difference in lifestyle is a valid reason to attack another group.Whats next - Pepsi fans vandalising restaurants that serve Coke?
New Zealand's Push-me-Pull-you Government
Yes they do. They funded heaps of them in Northland. You know, the one-time seat of the (Deputy?) PM?
Labour-led Government continues tradition of change
I dont think any of the mistakes by ministers have been hanging offences (maybe with the exception of Shane Jones and his sticking his nose into everything). But she certainly hasnt drawn a line in the sand re expected standards. So things will get worse!
Employers must respect other religions and cultures
Maybe its the only culture YOU see!
The Auckland fuel tax always looked doomed, just not quite this quickly
Yes bert. Anyone who disagrees with you is on the National payroll!Normally you at least provide some logical discourse.
BNZ says Government should focus on investment as it warns fiscal target 'won't be met'
National doesnt occupy the treasury benches. Any debt target they have is meaningless this far out from the next Election.
$35K to install fibre in Auckland suburb just 15 minutes from business centre
Albany - 15 minutes from the CBD!True. At 1 am!
Why self-proclaimed 'free speech champions' aren't helping the cause
Nothing is being rammed down anyones throat. People would have chosen to go along and listen, or just stayed away.
Wellington dad barred from parents' room at Queensgate Mall by another parent
It doesnt seem to be all that isolated. Ive taken some nasty flak for doing the same thing with my kids.
'KiwiBuild visa' replaced with wider immigration changes to fix 30,000 construction worker gap
That is circular logic my friend.
Policies restrict access to 'bank of mum and dad'
You do know that the RBNZ has been doing pretty much the opposite of that right?And I dont know if advocate for the rights of the first home buyer is in the RBNZs charter...
The leaseholder, the young student and the bad boy
No, its not literally 1. But you come across as a leeetle defensive!
Budgetary restraint is a legacy NZ's lucky to have
Context moose. Context!
The answer to clean, affordable power lies in the oil and gas ban
Greenpeace operates a private fleet of thirsty, oil-burning ships (e.g. MV Arctic Sunrise).To my mind, this puts them in a weaker position than average to lecture others about climate change.
BNZ says Government should focus on investment as it warns fiscal target 'won't be met'
Well, if it wasnt willfully misrepresented, then it was just plain wrong. An option I allowed for in my comment. Whats your point?
PM says her agenda works 'hand in hand' with business, but can she explain it?
True. But they are not running the show. Its the Government that gets the scrutiny. Thats the way it is - and should be.
Prime Minister doubles down on business confidence, says 'no grounds' for uncertainty
And if you dont like the results, attack the survey!
Capital gains tax debate not over, Grant Robertson suggests
It was both!
Why self-proclaimed 'free speech champions' aren't helping the cause
You know Glenn... not much of what you have to say is nice. Why did you say it?Oh, thats right. Free speech!
A cop speaks: We will not learn from Waverley
I think the investigating Police have admitted that there are a range of factors at play in this crash. Speed will probably be one of them, but it may not even be the most important.Lets wait for the results of the investigation before using this accident to push a preconceived agenda.
Confidence falls with most companies warning of falling profit and investment plans
Oh, thats why GDP growth is falling. And why the RBNZ is starting to talk about OCR cuts!
Michelle Duff: Malnourished kids are our responsibility
I guess we could give our kids tea.... that could work.Or, as the Woodsman says, water.Milk has nutritional value. Coke really doesnt. Its no substitute for milk at all. It is better to have nothing (or water) than to have coke. Parents who buy coke rather than giving their child a glass of water ARE lazy.
I shouldnt have to shut up just because Im male, pale and stale
He actually said that most of the women closest to him could be described as that. I.e. he likes/loves them. Selective reading does you no credit.And re: white privilege I think you have also willfully missed his point there also.
Four-day week is for townies, not farmers
She just wanted to grump at people!My old mans a farmer. He does it sometimes too.
David Hall: How Jacinda Ardern embodies the spirit of republicanism
And oil. Dont forget lots of oil. Large oil reserves give the luxury of lots of different forms of government. The Nordic model. The Saudi model. The Venzualean model.
"'Bucket toilet' for garage tenants: The vulnerable Kiwis reforms won't help",
Yep, homelessness was invented in 2008. You read it here first folks!
Labour may be preparing to shelve major tax reform, but is it really last chance saloon?
You wouldnt blame them for giving up???Really? People disagree with us... how sad, lets drop that idea!Clearly, you have low expectations of our leader. Personally I dont think a CGT would be the right thing to do. But if Labour believe it is, then I darn well expect them to try to implement it.
PM says Winston Peters would recuse himself from any lawsuit decisions
Its a highly questionable use of finite resources from the judicial system.
NZ and overseas companies asked to ramp up prefab ops for Kiwibuild
But didnt campaign on it.
I shouldnt have to shut up just because Im male, pale and stale
Gender and age are also grounds for discrimination. I can see a comment where he has been referred to as a whining old male. Is that a good example?
Austin Healey: Its time to end the mythology about the All Blacks
If thats 1, its because we havent had that much practice. But England have, they should be better at losing.
The answer to clean, affordable power lies in the oil and gas ban
Clean energy like wind, solar, and hydro have no fuel costs, so once built they are much cheaper to run.Yes, once built. They are expensive to build and maintain. And that cost gets amortised over the lifetime of the powerplant and passed on in power costs.You can actually say the same about nuclear power plants. Once built, they are cheap to run (but expensive to decommission).Sorry Greenpeace, I see this article as being outside your brief. And your expertise too.
ANZ says NZ economy 'delicately placed' as business sentiment hits 10-year low
If the sales figures I am seeing are an indication - consumer confidence is falling too.
BNZ says Government should focus on investment as it warns fiscal target 'won't be met'
So theyre not allowed to have an opinion? Go get a job at Massey University!
Women must make up half of all state sector boards: Govt
Well, in teh state sector 45.7% dont meet your description, because they are female. I doubt that all of the remainder would accept your nasty description of them either.
Austin Healey: Its time to end the mythology about the All Blacks
There was no myth to destroy. The ABs arent unbeatable, and never have been.They are however, statistically much harder to beat than any other side. Thats not a myth.
Verity Johnson: You and my dad are feminists too
Bulldust.
PM says her agenda works 'hand in hand' with business, but can she explain it?
Sure I can explain. Global economic circumstances.
Why self-proclaimed 'free speech champions' aren't helping the cause
The council that theoretically represents the people of Auckland? Who seem to disagree with what they have done?
Glenn McConnell: Fees free is ill-thought-through craft cider socialism
I suspect its like Champagne socialism:, but not quite as upscale.
Labour may be preparing to shelve major tax reform, but is it really last chance saloon?
Its hard to see how the TWG can benefit Labour, whichever way it recommends. CGT is a complex subject and is not clear-cut at all. No amount of working groups will change that. In the end, Labour has to make the decision on whether to have a comprehensive CGT or not. And be judged by voters based on that decision.
'KiwiBuild visa' replaced with wider immigration changes to fix 30,000 construction worker gap
Id say that it will make it easier for them to do just that! No need to check with WINZ, crack on ahead.
"Jami-Lee Ross saga shows Peter Goodfellow betrayed Kiwi women",
I dont know much about the agreement in question, and dont approve of trying to hush up things like this. Better to expose and fire the person concerned But I doubt the woman was forced to sign the agreement. Betray Kiwi women as a headline is a little overblown.
New Auckland bus network a 'nightmare' for school children
Horse? Who can afford to feed a horse? I was dragged to school in a sack tied to a group of semi-trained ducks!