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Bryce Edwards’ Political Roundup: Brace yourself for ugly and intolerant politics

November 12, 2021

Analysis by Bryce Edwards. Right-wing political commentator Matthew Hooton recently tweeted to say that his favourite New Zealand leftwing politicians of recent times have been Laila Harré and Sue Bradford. He explained: “they are highly intelligent, have a clear ideology, went into politics to do things they believed would make a positive difference for their ... <a title="Bryce Edwards’ Political Roundup: Brace yourself for ugly and intolerant politics" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2021/11/12/bryce-edwards-political-roundup-brace-yourself-for-ugly-and-intolerant-politics/" aria-label="Read more about Bryce Edwards’ Political Roundup: Brace yourself for ugly and intolerant politics">Read more</a>

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Iwi urge pastor Tamaki to ‘follow science’ in fight against covid-19

November 11, 2021

RNZ News An iwi that pastor Brian Tamaki descends from are calling him out to say he is putting Māori communities at risk. This follows mass protests across the country on Tuesday organised by a “freedom” group set up by Tamaki opposing vaccines and lockdown restrictions. Te Rūnanganui o Ngāti Hikairo located between Kāwhia and ... <a title="Iwi urge pastor Tamaki to ‘follow science’ in fight against covid-19" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2021/11/11/iwi-urge-pastor-tamaki-to-follow-science-in-fight-against-covid-19/" aria-label="Read more about Iwi urge pastor Tamaki to ‘follow science’ in fight against covid-19">Read more</a>

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PODCAST: Buchanan + Manning on Covid-19 Driven Economic Change

November 11, 2021

In this podcast, political scientist Paul Buchanan and Selwyn Manning discuss the Covid-19 driven transition from Neo-liberal to Neo-Keynesian Economics. In particular, Buchanan and Manning examine whether we are witnessing a fundamental change to global economics

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Rev James Bhagwan: Climate justice now for the sake of humanity

November 11, 2021

COMMENTARY: By Reverend James Bhagwan The climate emergency is the result of an ethical, moral and spiritual crisis, manifested in a fixation on profit. The extractive and, ultimately, unsustainable systems of production and consumption, by those complicit in this crisis, continue to ignore increasing scientific, and moral warnings. Those who have contributed to this crisis ... <a title="Rev James Bhagwan: Climate justice now for the sake of humanity" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2021/11/11/rev-james-bhagwan-climate-justice-now-for-the-sake-of-humanity/" aria-label="Read more about Rev James Bhagwan: Climate justice now for the sake of humanity">Read more</a>

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LIVE@12:15pm: Buchanan + Manning on Covid-19 Driven Economic Change

November 11, 2021

A View from Afar – In this podcast, political scientist Paul Buchanan and Selwyn Manning will discuss the Covid-19 driven transition from Neo-liberal to Neo-Keynesian Economics. In particular, Buchanan and Manning will examine whether we are witnessing a fundamental change to global economics and will consider: How since the Covid-19 pandemic arrived even neo-liberal state ... <a title="LIVE@12:15pm: Buchanan + Manning on Covid-19 Driven Economic Change" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2021/11/11/livemidday-buchanan-manning-on-covid-19-driven-economic-change/" aria-label="Read more about LIVE@12:15pm: Buchanan + Manning on Covid-19 Driven Economic Change">Read more</a>

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Newsletter: New Zealand Politics Daily – November 11 2021

November 11, 2021

Editor’s Note: Here below is a list of the main issues currently under discussion in New Zealand and links to media coverage. You can sign up to NZ Politics Daily as well as New Zealand Political Roundup columns for free here. Today’s content Vaccination protests Marc Daalder (Newsroom): Parliament protest and the threat of unpredictable violence ... <a title="Newsletter: New Zealand Politics Daily – November 11 2021" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2021/11/11/newsletter-new-zealand-politics-daily-november-11-2021/" aria-label="Read more about Newsletter: New Zealand Politics Daily – November 11 2021">Read more</a>

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PM Ardern in Auckland, AstraZeneca vaccine now available – 147 new cases

November 11, 2021

RNZ News Some Aucklanders enjoying new freedoms today said there had been stress and anxiety in the community during New Zealand’s longest lockdown. The country’s largest city moved to level 3 step 2 and shops can open — but swimming pools, cinemas and theatres remain closed. Coincidentally, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern visited Auckland for the ... <a title="PM Ardern in Auckland, AstraZeneca vaccine now available – 147 new cases" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2021/11/11/pm-ardern-in-auckland-astrazeneca-vaccine-now-available-147-new-cases/" aria-label="Read more about PM Ardern in Auckland, AstraZeneca vaccine now available – 147 new cases">Read more</a>

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It’s time to deliver on Pacific climate financing, says Cook Is PM

November 10, 2021

COMMENTARY: By the Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown After years of empty promises by major emitters, it’s time to deliver on climate financing. The world is warming. The science is clear. Most large, developed countries need to take ambitious action to reduce their emissions in order not to impact us further. If they don’t, ... <a title="It’s time to deliver on Pacific climate financing, says Cook Is PM" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2021/11/10/its-time-to-deliver-on-pacific-climate-financing-says-cook-is-pm/" aria-label="Read more about It’s time to deliver on Pacific climate financing, says Cook Is PM">Read more</a>

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Graham Davis: A COP26 slap in the face for Fiji’s ‘oceans champion’

November 10, 2021

COMMENTARY: By Graham Davis What do you do when the other small island nations don’t recognise your brilliance and won’t go along with your suggestions? Well, when you are Fiji Attorney-General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum, you call up your brother, Riyaz’s, broadcasting network (their FBC, not yours), and instruct it to express your displeasure. FBC News reports ... <a title="Graham Davis: A COP26 slap in the face for Fiji’s ‘oceans champion’" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2021/11/10/graham-davis-a-cop26-slap-in-the-face-for-fijis-oceans-champion/" aria-label="Read more about Graham Davis: A COP26 slap in the face for Fiji’s ‘oceans champion’">Read more</a>

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Newsletter: New Zealand Politics Daily – November 10 2021

November 10, 2021

Editor’s Note: Here below is a list of the main issues currently under discussion in New Zealand and links to media coverage. You can sign up to NZ Politics Daily as well as New Zealand Political Roundup columns for free here. Today’s content Anti-vaxxers, protests Toby Manhire (Spinoff): The protest that revealed a new, ugly, dangerous ... <a title="Newsletter: New Zealand Politics Daily – November 10 2021" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2021/11/10/newsletter-new-zealand-politics-daily-november-10-2021/" aria-label="Read more about Newsletter: New Zealand Politics Daily – November 10 2021">Read more</a>

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NZ anti-vax protests, firefighters given vaccine mandate – 125 new cases

November 10, 2021

RNZ News Thousands of protesters turned up at New Zealand’s Parliament today, demanding an end to covid restrictions, while another group blocked Auckland’s northern boundary this morning. Meanwhile, 125 new cases were reported and experts commented on the traffic light system. Here is a summary of today’s covid-19 developments. Protesters were out in force today ... <a title="NZ anti-vax protests, firefighters given vaccine mandate – 125 new cases" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2021/11/10/nz-anti-vax-protests-firefighters-given-vaccine-mandate-125-new-cases/" aria-label="Read more about NZ anti-vax protests, firefighters given vaccine mandate – 125 new cases">Read more</a>

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NZ Parliament on high security as anti-vaxxer protesters gather

November 9, 2021

RNZ News New Zealand’s Parliament was on high security today as thousands marched through the capital Wellington for an anti-lockdown and anti-vaccination protest. Thousands of people gathered at Civic Square for an anti-lockdown and anti vaccination protest this morning. The group intended to march to Parliament for what they are describing as a “freedom protest”. ... <a title="NZ Parliament on high security as anti-vaxxer protesters gather" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2021/11/09/nz-parliament-on-high-security-as-anti-vaxxer-protesters-gather/" aria-label="Read more about NZ Parliament on high security as anti-vaxxer protesters gather">Read more</a>