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Keith Rankin writes; My guess is that, if National does get to form a government (after the 2026 election) despite having no list MPs, then David Seymour will be insisting on becoming Minister of Finance. Or Shane Jones? New Zealand First might have more leverage than Act.
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Winston Peters – “The Labour Party You Once Knew, Is No More”
Source: New Zealand First Introduction Good afternoon. You may have noticed there was a slight distraction that happened in a flurry in Wellington earlier this week. As already stated – after days of speculation and guesswork, it ultimately boiled down to quote Shakespeare ‘much ado about nothing’. That is not to brush-off the seriousness of…
Road blocked, State Highway 50, Maraekākaho, Hastings
Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 50, Maraekākaho, is blocked following a single-vehicle crash. Police were called to the crash near the intersection of Kereru Road around 1pm, where a car has hit a power pole. While the driver appears uninjured, there are powerlines down blocking the road. Motorists are advised to avoid the area…
Fatal incident, Aranui
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Dan Overend: Police are continuing to make enquiries into the fatal dog attack in Aranui yesterday. This includes speaking with those who live at the home, as well as providing them with support. The dog has been removed from the address, and Police are in touch…
Fatal crash, Geraldine
Source: New Zealand Police One person has died following a crash in Geraldine last night. Police were notified of the single-vehicle crash on Orari Station Road, around 8.15pm. Sadly, the sole occupant of the vehicle was found deceased at the scene. The road was closed while the Serious Crash Unit conducted a scene examination and…
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