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joe4

173 comments · +1,583 / −613 · rank #1019 of 40,276

I dont think they were a personal insult as Trump took them. They just showed Trump has no compassion for the dead or history. But the reason why the USA did not enter into WWII earlier was the German immigrants (yes Trumps ancestors) were against figthing their homeland, Germany.

+44−9

More bullying. There will always be winners and losers under a tariffs regime, the last of which was the pre-cursor to WWII in prolonging the 1930s depression leading to political revolt in many countries. Harley are just victims of friendly fire.

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Does Counsellor Donaldson use public transport? Panicking may not be helpful but not being able to get somewhere on time sure doesnt help. It you cant rely on it ,, dont use it. If you set it up, get it right.. It asking for trouble starting a new contractor at the same time as a new layout.

+21−0

We live in a world where politicians decided it was easier and more efficient for government to deal with larger businesses rather than smaller ones so thats the route NZ have gone down. The policy has transferred the profits away from small business into the hands of corporates.

+18−1

Looking at what is happening at Inland Revenue and has happened at WINZ a sliding employee head count is an inevitable part of the equation. The trade off of the technological improvements is labour reduction, demonstrated in all industries globally, not just the IR & WINZ.

+11−0

Someone in the property industry told me I would be surprised by the number of investors geared up with 3-4 properties each against their residential property. Looks like proof is in the pudding.

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Correct me if Im wrong but the same people who approved this fellas appointment also hand a hand in appointing last years Phoenix coach. The NZ football brains trust. The background of Herafs and Kazelic practical coaching exploits dont appear to have been considered in appointing either. Looking at a coaches pieces of paper only doesnt work.

+6−0

My sentiments exactly. People used to flock to these areas 40-50 years ago because of their natural beauty and serenity. The serenity has gone. I used to like going to Taruanga for a quiet break but last time the roads were just like Auckland. Whangamata in November/ early December is still tranquil and really lovely.

+7−1

My experience of agile was trying to explain to consultants how things worked. as they didnt understand the result left us with loads of rework the nonsense that came out of it and screwed over our customer base in the process.

+7−1

I think Andy-cap was aware of the situation which why NZF put in place contract clause where players couldnt openly ciritcise NZF. THerefore, the NZF board that sanctioned the move are jointly responsible. We hear talk about not one wants to do the job but really use some GCS good common sense and charge the All WHites for playing for NZ just like the U17s! Is Martin merely the NZF board shield?

+5−0

If you analyzed immigration data, over the pas3-4 years 20-30,000 kiwis have returned from Oz annually as economic times are tough there. NZ government has no control over this, unlike other immigration. Much of the uncontrolled immigration has resulted in demand for housing. If the positive Oz data keeps coming net immigration will move the other way causing a housing market crash.

+5−1

Maybe some of the charitable trusts around could offer grants to give kids equal opportunity? I was having a conversation about similar issues this year with a young guy in my sports club wanting to play overseas. Its like this for many youngsters trying to live and train, at national level. Not just basketball. Its not just one or two kids and theyre not only brown.

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