The Underachiever: Looking back at Jami-Lee Ross’ Career so far
When you’re the designated protege of arguably one of the most popular figures in New Zealand political history, there is pressure for you not just to perform but to excel.
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What a migrant NZ First member thinks of the “Kiwi Values Bill”
In a packed conference room at Racing Tauranga, about 200 members of the New Zealand First Party engaged in heated – yet civil – discussions on a plethora of policies… Continue reading "What a migrant NZ First member thinks of the “Kiwi Values Bill”"
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Not just the North, but also the East, have won big from the Provincial Growth Fund
Ever since the Labour-New Zealand First government launched its $1 billion per year Provincial Growth Fund (PGF), it has been criticized by the Opposition for bearing hints of regional favouritism. Their… Continue reading "Not just the North, but also the East, have won big from the Provincial Growth Fund"
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Why We Need to Pay Close Attention to Duterte’s Israel Trip
In what could be his most significant official state visit since his 2016 trip to the People’s Republic of China, President Rodrigo Duterte embarks on a high-profile and mystery-laden trip… Continue reading "Why We Need to Pay Close Attention to Duterte’s Israel Trip"
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The #LimoLeaks saga reveals the factionalism in the National Party
The hallmark of the John Key-era National Party was its unbreakable unity. It was also what made them the preferred choice over the Labour Party, which prior to finally designating… Continue reading "The #LimoLeaks saga reveals the factionalism in the National Party"
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How has the Provincial Growth Fund helped the regions so far?
Arguably, the biggest win for New Zealand First in their Coalition Agreement with the New Zealand Labour Party was the $1 billion per year Provincial Growth Fund (PGF) earmarked to… Continue reading "How has the Provincial Growth Fund helped the regions so far?"
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Shocking Scale of Filipino Migrant Exploitation in New Zealand Revealed in New Report
Last May, Newshub reporter Michael Morrah exposed the story of 16 Filipino migrant construction workers who were made to sign illegal employment contracts and kept in “prison-like” accommodation to help… Continue reading "Shocking Scale of Filipino Migrant Exploitation in New Zealand Revealed in New Report"
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The Good Work Ron Mark is Doing for Veteran’s Affairs Cannot Be Overlooked
The portfolio of Veterans’ Affairs has been historically undervalued in New Zealand government. In fact, during the previous National-led government the role was not even included inside Cabinet as then-Minister… Continue reading "The Good Work Ron Mark is Doing for Veteran’s Affairs Cannot Be Overlooked"
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Is it 2005 again? Labour-NZ First Government deliver on more Police Funding
A year before the 2017 general elections, New Zealand First leader Winston Peters pledged to add an extra 1,800 police officers if elected into government. It was reminiscent of his… Continue reading "Is it 2005 again? Labour-NZ First Government deliver on more Police Funding"
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Ditching plastic bags — at last!
Staying true to our reputation as a world leader in forwarding progressive agenda, the Labour-New Zealand First-Greens government announced yesterday that New Zealand will be joining the small circle of… Continue reading "Ditching plastic bags — at last!"
