“Woke War”: The Rise of Coloniser Grievance in Aotearoa
The year 2024 saw a surge in right-wing rhetoric in Aotearoa, fueled by a potent blend of anti-Jacinda Ardern sentiment and a growing sense of colonizer grievance David…
Opinion
The Atlas Network: A Free-Market Force or a Tool for Economic Hitmen?
Introduction: The Atlas Network, a global network of over 500 free-market think tanks and advocacy groups, has been a powerful force in promoting free-market policies and advocating for…
Tararua Council’s Six-Year Billing Error: A Taxing Injustice for Low-Income Families
Introduction: The Tararua District Council is facing widespread criticism for its handling of a six-year-long error in its billing system that has left low-income homeowners facing thousands of…
Luxon’s Treaty Principles Pledge: Is it a flip flop?
Introduction: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s initial stance on the Treaty Principles Bill was one of cautious support, promising to back it through to its first reading only, as…
Raupatu Takutai Moana Bill: A Debate Over Māori Customary Rights and Coastal Management
Introduction The Raupatu Takutai Moana Bill, or Coastal Policy Bill, has sparked significant debate in Aotearoa New Zealand, raising crucial questions about the balance between Māori customary rights…
Gangs or Greed? Why is the Coalition Blind to Billionaires’ & White collar Crime?
Introduction: While the current coalition government has made tackling gang violence a cornerstone of its agenda, a glaring blind spot remains: the rampant prevalence of white collar crime.…
Don’t Be Fooled: The Taxpayers Union’s Spin on Polls is Just That – Spin
Introduction: The Taxpayers Union, a self-proclaimed champion of fiscal responsibility, has recently published an article claiming the Labour Party is losing ground in the polls, while the National…
ActionStation NZ: A Force for Positive Change in Aotearoa
Introduction: ActionStation NZ is a powerful force for positive change in Aotearoa, mobilizing a community of over 500,000 New Zealanders to advocate for a fairer, more sustainable, and…
The Atlas Network: A Shadowy Force Shaping New Zealand’s Future?
Introduction: The Atlas Network, a secretive US-based organization with deep ties to fossil fuel interests, has a long history of interfering in global politics. From engineering Brexit to…
The Shadowy Hands: Foreign Interference Threatens the Heart & Soul of Aotearoa
Introduction: The recent push for the controversial Treaty Principles Bill, championed by the ACT party, has exposed a dangerous undercurrent in New Zealand politics: the insidious influence of…