From --- “A Strange Outcome” by John Roy-Wijciechowski New Zealand is not only a land of great physical beauty. It has developed a proud tradition as a caring and welcoming people. They are qualities bred by the sheer remoteness of the land from others – working together is as important as the … [Read more...]
Liberal hypocrisy is fuelling American inequality…is that the case in New Zealand?
Here is a very challenging video produced by the New York Times showing how badly Democrat led states are really letting down the poor. As I watched this, I wondered about how well we are doing. … [Read more...]
HOUSING Intensification
The Christchurch City Council is objecting to the proposed 3 Storey as-of-right legislation which is currently being considered in parliament. This week the Press reported: The council was also concerned the changes would allow more homes to be built in areas that were not close to public … [Read more...]
The Wakefield legacy
I knew Susan and Jim Wakefield. They were generous benefactors to the city and active in business, accounting, art, and horse activities. I first met Susan when she led an exercise to have cast in bronze several leaders in this city. These were installed outside the Art Centre. I’m not sure where … [Read more...]
COP26 videos and links
Two Videos -Definately worth a watch Rod Oram, Louise Nash and Jonathon Milne talking about Climate Change and Cop26 talked about progress (or not), Louise talked about Circularity.co.nz – activiting the circular economy in business. Watch the Video hereAnd Tuvalu's Prime minister speaks from … [Read more...]
Rod Oram on COP26
The most ambitious leaders in civil society and business convincingly make the case that only big, fast and transformative responses will solve the climate crisis. But the Glasgow agreement shows once again that politicians still don’t know how to deliver them. The real test comes over the next … [Read more...]
Covid Hallelujah
In Conclusion 23 November 2021
Read it from the bottom line up for a different perspective … [Read more...]
Garry writes – on Three Waters…
Who is on the Advisory Panel, and what they are advising on (or not!) To say I am disappointed in the makeup of the people appointed by the Minister of Internal Affairs to the advisory panel to review the governance of the proposed 3 Waters structure is an understatement. Here’s who’s on … [Read more...]
Last Week – conversation about three waters
We had an excellent session debating 3 Waters. Jim O’Malley chairman of the Infrastructure Committee at the Dunedin City Council was a vigorous participant. Most of what was discussed is covered in this week’s notes, especially the writing of Brendon Harre which is below. Feedback from last … [Read more...]
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