Cartoonist: Daniel Medina

I dont believe a word. Nicola said she was going to do that as well, and how's that gone.

Why are they so cringe?

I wonder about things like this chart as a microcosm of wider issues for the Greens.

I think a far wider part of the electorate would find their views largely align with Green policy, but they get hung up on relatively minor issues of disagreement.

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What a beautiful horse! 😃

TT: mattman9611

Worth bearing in mind as NZ ramps up for a general election this year.

The very wealthy are extremely against anything that might create a level playing field for the rest of us

#nzpol

All about choices NZ. It's all about the choices..

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State of local emergency declared in Ruapehu District amid possible ‘life-threatening’ flooding Civil Defence made the declaration at 4.43am after heavy rain caused slips and flooding overnight.

Over the past ten years NZ has averaged 55.9 days annually under a State of Emergency each year, and 66.6 days over the last five. In the 10 years prior to this, NZ averaged only 13.4 days per year.

Consider the implications of central government continuing to refuse to believe in climate change.

I despair sometimes at where my conclusions lead me to but its hard not to be cynical. Considering all the shitfuckery we've already seen among the depraved.

The FBI Director Is MIA Kash Patel has alarmed colleagues with episodes of excessive drinking and unexplained absences.

"Kash Patel has alarmed colleagues with episodes of excessive drinking and unexplained absences."

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Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy consultation information session - 14 April 2026 Kiri Richards, Associate Deputy Director-General Mental Health Addiction and Suicide Prevention at the Ministry of Health leads this information session for the Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy…

Public consultation is now open on the draft Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy, led by the Ministry of Health. The Strategy will guide how mental health and wellbeing services are shaped over the next decade, including how the system works for disabled people.

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Much sought after member of the claybird shooting team?

China complains of ‘harassment’ from New Zealand aerial patrols near coastline Beijing said the plane had been operating over the Yellow and East China Seas and urged Wellington not to put civilian aircraft in danger.

MAGA Winston Peters & National successful in creating hostile relations with NZ's largest trading partner

"China has lodged a protest with New Zealand about the activities of a military aircraft near its coast, suggesting it had put commercial airlines at risk."

A rich man can never imagine a motivation other that money and yet history overflows with music and art and compassion

IN ... NZ National Party @NZNational Party Apr 17 National is careful and responsible with taxpayers' money. Labour treats it like an endless ATM. We've stopped wasteful government spending while continuing to invest in the frontline services you rely on. 2023 NZ BA TRA National N ZBACK RACK MAORI 3/ We'll stop wasteful spending. 2026 We made $44b of savings in our first two Budgets. A Parigned by Parlatmary Service

Graeme Edgeler @GraemeEdgeler ... Total appropriations in Labour's last budget (2023/24) were $174.7b with estimated spending in 2025/26 of $167.8b. Total appropriations in your most recent budget (2025/26) were $188.0b. That's not $44b of savings. You're spending much more than they did. 1:48 PM Apr 17, 2026 2,737 Views

I love a good Edgling! #NZPol

The world needs more baby rhinos 😂

this morning, mamdani’s team got in touch with me to float a new tax proposal: if your net worth exceeds $5 million and you dress badly, you’ll be hit with a 10% annual levy for “visual pollution.” i would be in charge of deciding if the outfits are bad.

No, it’s not a painting—these surreal skies are real! This is a rare ‘fire rainbow’ spotted over the Rocky Mountains, created when sunlight hits ice-crystal clouds at just the right angle. Seeing a fire rainbow requires extreme luck.

New Zealand’s shot put superstar Dame Valerie Adams has been named as the World Athletics ambassador for the World Athletics Indoor Championships Kujawy Pomorze 26, which will be held from 20-22 March. All Photos: Supplied

The field athletics icon has served as Chair of the World Athletics Athletes' Commission since 2023, shaping the future of the sport.

Adams made history as the first woman to win four consecutive titles in any individual event at the World Championships.

Two-time Olympic champion and shot put legend Dame Valerie Adams has been named as the World Athletics ambassador for the Indoor Championships Kujawy Pomorze 26, saying that she is humbled to return to the scene of her 2014 world indoor title win #gsportNewsletter
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Sometimes that happens when you need to update the app.

BREAKING: A jury has found Live Nation and Ticketmaster to be an illegal monopoly that overcharges fans.

After the federal government settled the case, 34 states kept pursuing the giant ticket and concert company.

Now, the states have won.

Shingles vax is free when you turn 65, for one year only, ie no longer free at 66. Get it people and save around $900, I believe.

I love your pics and vids, thanks for sharing. Just gorgeous.

Rod Drury to follow Xero's example and be impossible to cancel.

Perhaps senior NZG folks should also visit China to set up deals to buy, and prioritise delivery of, $billions in solar panels and batteries..

Excellent

EXCLUSIVE: How Palantir found itself used in the wake of the Christchurch massacre New Zealand Police's"free trial" of Palantir software, the company's increasing presence domestically, and who helped make it happen

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Trump says "The Pope is weak on crime"

I say "it’s not the Pope’s fault you’re not in prison Donald"

#sunset behind a tree! What a perfect photo!