In the 1990's, Winston Peters targeted Chinese migration to win votes. It's the same playbook in 2026, just with a different target.
I doubt Shane Jones cares the slightest about the anti-Indian sentiment his rhetoric is inflaming across our country but if he had an ounce of dignity, he would.
The Takapū Ward is home a large Indian community who make this place richer for their presence. The Kurinchi Kumaran Temple is a cornerstone of the Newlands Community.
Calling Indian immigration "a butter chicken tsunami" is racist and it's shocking that our Prime Minister cannot bring himself to say so.
www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
To those figuring out what to do with the kids home from school (same boat), good luck 🫡
Looks like we avoided major escalation last night. Hutt River didn't break its banks, Porirua Stream has dropped considerably.
Council facilities closed today, teams out checking infrastructure in advance of further rain forecast this arvo. Keep out of reserves for now.
Just before sunset I took Emergency Management Minister Mark Mitchell through some of the most affected areas in the south. Now back to the office for coordination meetings and calls through the evening. Stay informed, stay safe 💙
🔵 Stay inside if your home is safe and avoid non‑essential travel.
🔵 Never walk, swim or drive through flood water.
🔵 Evacuate immediately to higher ground if flood waters rise.
🔵 Do not wait for an alert if you feel you are in danger.
🔵 Clear drains and gutters if safe to do so.
Whilst we have the heavy rain warning in place (www.metservice.com/towns-cities...) please consider the following:
🔵 Move out of low‑lying and flood‑prone areas for the next 24 hours. Flood-prone areas are those that have experienced multiple flooding events in recent years.
If there's one photo that drives home just how serious this storm is, this is the one. Incredibly thankful that Zena's mother was rescued but we're only halfway through.
📷: The Post (www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/3609...)
Incredibly sad news that Cr Adrienne Staples (Deputy Chair of GWRC) passed away last night. The Wairarapa has lost a fierce advocate.
Latest on the heavy rains from WCC 👇
Update 2️⃣0️⃣:
With council on the move I've had a chance to get out into the community and meet with so many wonderful volunteers this week.
Our Annual Plan consultation has wrapped up its first week and I have some interesting insights to share from the 452 submissions so far.
Fundsorter, Count, Penny, Nashrr, Hello Cashflow, Veritas HQ, Tākoha, Feijoa, Alyrt, Frontier, Numera and Vai.
From financial platforms for Islamic banking through to catching solvency issues early, any of these companies could be the next big thing to come out of Wellington 📈
3 blokes named Chris could all be PM this year.
An absolute pleasure to meet some of the crew from Citizens Advice Bureau Wellington in the Johnsonville Branch this morning.
Volunteers like Paul, Mary and Shelly do incredible work at CAB giving advice on everything from parking fines to protection orders.
Excellent to be out with Volunteer Wellington at the Bond St Community Container to promote Microvolunteering Day 🙋♀️
Pop down to find out how you can get involved in supporting one of Wellington's (incredible) community organisations.
Council has a proposed budget for 2026/27 and it's time for you to tell us what you think.
If you want us to go further, pull back or do something differently, this is your chance to tell us.
Consultation is open until midnight 10 May 👇
www.letstalk.wellington.govt.nz/mahere-tau-a...
The damage of Orban on (half) my homeland will take decades to reverse but damn at least there's finally some hope.
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🌀 Latest Cyclone Vaianu Update:
Did the trolley problem with Mr 5. Without hesitation he diverted to go for the solo person but then asked "can I go back and run over the others too" 🤔
Job done @ Hnry Stadium 🏉
🟡 HUR: 42 - 🔵 BLUES: 19
Up 21-12 at the break. Time to bring it home in the 2nd half.
Looking positive as far as the impacts of 🌀 Cyclone Vaianu 🌀 on Wellington but please keep an eye out on official advice from the council, MetService New Zealand and Wellington Region Emergency Management Office as conditions could change.
Splashdown!
Big update for Week 19:
🌀 Cyclone Vaianu - get prepared now
🍷 Working on a Local Alcohol Policy but it needs improvement
♻️ Decisions in May about whether to collect organic waste
🏠 We're automating LIMs to deal with backlog but there's big liability involved
Make the most of this awesome weekend!
It's a beautiful day in the capital but we're expecting some serious weather come Sunday. Latest advice and updates from WCC 👇
wellington.govt.nz/news-and-eve...
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We're already talking about how to do it again next year and even bigger.
Looking forward to another phenomenal Wellington event!
