No place for Greens at the table
No place for Greens at the table
Star Media editor in chief Barry Clarke says there is no place for Greens at Jacinda Ardern's table - or any other minor party for that matter.
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Election 2020 - final thoughts
Election 2020 - final thoughts
Former ACT New Zealand deputy leader and MP Dr Muriel Newman believes there is unlikely to be a ‘kingmaker’ party this time around to hold the country to ransom.
Spotlight on the Covid-19 response
Spotlight on the Covid-19 response
Former ACT New Zealand deputy leader and MP Dr Muriel Newman says if the latest election polls translate into votes, NZ will have a Labour Green Government for the next three years.
Why I'm grateful Teigen shared her miscarriage
ZM host Megan Papas: Why I'm grateful Chrissy Teigen shared her miscarriage
From miscarriages to periods, there are many things to do with women and their reproductive health that are very rarely talked about, writes ZM host Megan Papas.
Southern Motorway on-ramp is a lemon
Southern Motorway on-ramp is a lemon
Star Media editor in chief Barry Clarke says the Southern Motorway on-ramp near busy Halswell Junction Rd is a "shocker".
A cultural takeover: Maori Party becoming more radical
A cultural takeover: Maori Party becoming more radical
Former ACT New Zealand deputy leader and MP Dr Muriel Newman says the Maori Party has rejuvenated itself since its election defeat in 2017 by becoming more radical.
Not many surprises in parties’ tax policies
Not many surprises in parties’ tax policies
NZers have waited with a degree of anticipation for political parties to release their tax policies in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic and economic downturn, writes tax specialist Scott Mason.
Maori Party vote ploy
Maori Party vote ploy
Star Media editor in chief Barry Clarke writes about the Maori Party's plan to change NZ to Aotearoa and all place names to Maori by 2026.
Taxing choices
Taxing choices
Former ACT New Zealand deputy leader and MP Dr Muriel Newman gives her views on the state of New Zealand politics.
Letter to Mrs C – ‘I’m sorry (truly!)’
Letter to Mrs C – ‘I’m sorry (truly!)’
Star Media editor in chief Barry Clarke recalls the moment of fear when the 2010 quake struck.
Tipping points: Changing fortunes of parties and elections
Tipping points: Changing fortunes of parties and elections
Former ACT New Zealand deputy leader and MP Dr Muriel Newman gives her views on the state of New Zealand politics.
14 days in quarantine: Bearable when rugby is on TV
14 days in quarantine: Bearable when rugby is on TV
Chris Barclay recently returned to Christchurch, but not before completing managed isolation in Hamilton, a stopover that proved surprisingly bearable once he confirmed his room had Sky Sport.
ZM host announces she is pregnant after fertility struggle
ZM host announces she is pregnant after fertility struggle
ZM radio host Megan Papas opens up about her fertility journey after revealing she is pregnant with her first child on air this morning.
Critics of Judith Collins' husband need a sense of humour
Critics of Judith Collins' husband need a sense of humour
To describe posts on Facebook by Judith Collins' husband as 'aggressive misogyny', as some have done, is simply ridiculous, writes Newstalk ZB political editor Barry Soper.
Political agenda endangers lives
Political agenda endangers lives
Former ACT New Zealand deputy leader and MP Dr Muriel Newman gives her views on the state of New Zealand politics.
Nazi past puts ski field on slippery slope
Nazi past puts ski field on slippery slope
Star Media editor in chief Barry Clarke says Mt Hutt is facing an uphill battle to keep one of its ski trails named after Willi Huber.
'Thank you for the overwhelming support'
'Thank you for the overwhelming support'
"Thank you for the overwhelming messages of comfort and support since Rob died," writes Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel.
Opinion: Unravelling truths In CDHB leadership meltdown scandal
Opinion: Unravelling truths In CDHB leadership meltdown scandal
The more debate continues over a scandal, the more inconvenient truths unravel about the Canterbury District Health Board, writes Ian Powell.
Chance to change our approach to alcohol harm
Chance to change our approach to alcohol harm
The proposed new cannabis legislation is a great model for the tougher regulation of alcohol, writes Christchurch professor Doug Sellman.
Important developments in General Election
Important developments in General Election
Former ACT New Zealand deputy leader and MP Dr Muriel Newman gives her views on the state of New Zealand politics.