That was over 20 years ago, the guy became a better man and father after that and got a new toilet as wellIf he doesn't show enough gratitude, it's back down the toilet.

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The thread centers on New Zealand's upcoming election, primarily debating the economic management and policy differences between the center-left Labour government and center-right National/ACT opposition. Key criticisms target Labour's fiscal stewardship, citing ballooning government expenditure #7#272, housing unaffordability, and unfulfilled promises like KiwiBuild and dental care expansion #16#12. A user #7 highlighted Labour's annual 9% spending growth versus 1.5% under previous governments, arguing this fueled inflation. National's tax-cut policy faced scrutiny over funding gaps and legality, with user #215 questioning Luxon's reliance on "trust me" assurances.
Leadership competence emerged as a critical theme, particularly in later posts. Luxon drew heavy criticism after a contentious interview where he struggled to defend policy details #194#199#211, while Willis faced backlash for her economic credentials. Hipkins garnered fleeting praise for articulation but was ultimately seen as representing poor governmental outcomes #45#119. A trusted user #308 presented expert economic analysis contradicting Treasury optimism. Infrastructure issues—like Wellington's water crisis and the dental school staffing shortage—were cited as examples of systemic mismanagement #235#12. Notable policy debates included road-user charges for EVs #220, immigration impacts on rents #299, and coalition scenarios involving NZ First #182#258. Early fringe discussions on candidates' rugby allegiances gave way to substantive policy critiques, culminating in grim Treasury forecasts discussed in posts #271#304#308. User #168 also revealed concerns about Labour rushing regulatory changes to entrench policies pre-election.
Economic Policies, Housing Crisis, Leadership Competence
That was over 20 years ago, the guy became a better man and father after that and got a new toilet as wellIf he doesn't show enough gratitude, it's back down the toilet.
Interested to know what the definition of successful māori is?The successful māori I know don’t buy into the victim mentality and take responsibility for being a good member of society.
Everyone needs standards and expectations and I don’t see those set from māori leadership.
You should apply for funding for a program for this success story. Get on the phone to Charlie Gubb and tell him you've got a proposal for his portaloo business.That was over 20 years ago, the guy became a better man and father after that and got a new toilet as well![]()
I was only there to keep my brother from killing himYou should apply for funding for a program for this success story. Get on the phone to Charlie Gubb and tell him you've got a proposal for his portaloo business.
You do realise that white collar criminals isn't referring to their skin colour don't you? Or maybe you don't.Post the policy.
And keep that same energy for white collar criminals and not just brown people.
My dad was known to work the books, He was a great white man from England!You do realise that white collar criminals isn't referring to their skin colour don't you? Or maybe you don't.
The biggest problem is māori who set the example are up against organised crime, lot of white collars involved in that too, just no advertising patches.You do realise that white collar criminals isn't referring to their skin colour don't you? Or maybe you don't.
Somebody in touch with māori culture wouldn't post in this lame / glib way.
My problem with Native māori is they don't know how good they have It in this country! You get free money to sit around doing nothing, you have a injury you don't have to go bankrupt to pay the medical bill and another million things that are great about NZThe biggest problem is māori who set the example are up against organised crime, lot of white collars involved in that too, just no advertising patches.
Whatever makes it easier for you mate.Somebody in touch with māori culture wouldn't post in this lame / glib way.
Its the kind of rhetoric you would hear on talk back radio in the 80s.
Maybe some introspection from you is required if thats you're first thought to post about a topic as tragic as that story.Whatever makes it easier for you mate.
See previous answer.Maybe some introspection from you is required if thats you're first thought to post about a topic as tragic as that story.
The callousness is gross.
Mate, Labour isn’t in government anymore. All thoseYou should apply for funding for a program for this success story.
Pakeha culture is now māori culture and māori culture is now Pakeha culture, We can't go back now, anyway I have family members who are brown but act like Pakeha and I have white family members who act māoriSomebody in touch with māori culture wouldn't post in this lame / glib way.
Its the kind of rhetoric you would hear on talk back radio in the 80s.
I knew you'd say that, it's like a script that writes itself with you ACTorsMate, Labour isn’t in government anymore. All thosefree handoutsfunding applications will be gone.
Do you think Grant Roberson will get his groove back?Mate, Labour isn’t in government anymore. All thosefree handoutsfunding programmes will be gone.
speaking of the great man. What is the point of him going over to the Rugby World Cup final on the tax payer. I cant believe Hipkins and Luxon were ok with this.Do you think Grant Roberson will get his groove back?![]()
We’re all Kiwis. Colour of your skin has nothing to do with anything much except for those that want it to matter.Pakeha culture is now māori culture and māori culture is now Pakeha culture, We can't go back now, anyway I have family members who are brown but act like Pakeha and I have white family members who act māori