Do farmers have too much influence in New Zealand politics? – Dr Jacqueline Rowarth
“Between 1951 and 1963, farmers made up 11% of the population but 34% of parliamentarians. In 2023, they…
What frightens GP clinics using AI and the fine print nobody reads – chief NZ telehealth officer Anna Campbell
When we asked what AI does in their practices today, 84% named one thing: note-taking, the scribe that…
Elevating the humble hamburger to $27 forecast Burger Burger’s downfall – Vaughn Davis
When I worked at McDonald’s, we’d see queues out the door. Burgers, chips and a drink were a…
Election 2026: National may be playing happy at party conference, but senior MPs’ futures are at risk – Jamie Ensor
But behind the bright blue lights at the National conference and the standing ovations for various ministers and…
Christopher Luxon’s Government has gravely hurt Crown–Māori relationship – Chris Finlayson, KC
The speech was entitled “A Time for Healing and a Time for Growth”. In it, he pointed out…
Thomas Coughlan: Labour and National squabble over list in shambolic week
Labour probably expected the odd raised eyebrow at Council of Trade Unions (CTU) economist Craig Renney’s low ranking…
The $6 billion problem with Labour’s transport promise, and why the coalition can’t tell you what it is – Thomas Coughlan
Whether Labour’s policy, capping public transport fares in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch at $20 a week, is the…
The Government cap on tax credits for charitable donations beyond $100k will inhibit generosity, say legal experts
At its heart, donation tax credits exist to encourage generosity. They recognise that when charities are properly resourced,…
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of June 8-14
With so many voices in the digital age, it’s vital to know who you can trust – to…
Adam Pearse: Volatile world order trumps ‘transtasman grenade’ in Aus/NZ summit
While genuine, that aspect of the relationship brings with it political benefit. It serves as a foundation for…
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of June 1-7
With so many voices in the digital age, it’s vital to know who you can trust – to…
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of May 25-31
With so many voices in the digital age, it’s vital to know who you can trust – to…