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March 30, 2015 by Simon Sweetman

Third Term Blues: Could we fix voter apathy with a two-term cap?

Regardless of the way you vote, a huge problem with power – and the way that absolute power corrupts absolutely – is the fact in this country a Prime Minister can, seemingly, rule forever. Whether it’s a Labour leader or a National one, there’s such a thing as Third Term Blues. It’s when the person […]

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February 4, 2015 by Simon Sweetman

We Lost 17 People This Summer On Our Roads, The Cops Made Lots of Money Though

I’m echoing sentiments expressed by Duncan Garner in the Dominion Post here when I say that the zero tolerance speed policy over the Christmas holiday period for NZ roads (then extended due to the higher road toll) was an astronomical failure. A simple way of the police topping up its revenue – it deserves all […]

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December 16, 2014 by Simon Sweetman

Is your child breathing? You’re doing a wonderful job!

A trip to the zoo – it’s a staple when you’ve got a kid. A walk, some silly faces, imitate some of the animals, sometimes your child might even join in. I remember – with utmost clarity – the time I spotted a couple of women checking out my efforts, making sure I wasn’t struggling […]