Raz
@razmetaz.bsky.social
Love New Zealand, Aotearoa. Blanking anything Trump-like. Living positively, I will rise
Gary Payinda has an OUTSTANDING reputation in Whangarei. A man of integrity, professionalism and principles. 💯 percent the perfect candidate #nzpol
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Labour selects Dr Gary Payinda to take on former Health Minister Dr Shane Reti
A high-profile emergency doctor has been selected to stand for the Labour Party against former Health Minister Dr Shane Reti.
www.rnz.co.nz
November 17, 2025 at 1:17 AM
Gary Payinda has an OUTSTANDING reputation in Whangarei. A man of integrity, professionalism and principles. 💯 percent the perfect candidate #nzpol
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The govt has a bill to expand charges for road users. Corridor Tolling - tolling an existing road to fund a new project in the same corridor. Soon, we won't be able to move without the govt charging us. Again, proportionately, poorer people will pay a higher percentage of their income 4 this. #nzpol
November 13, 2025 at 7:29 PM
The govt has a bill to expand charges for road users. Corridor Tolling - tolling an existing road to fund a new project in the same corridor. Soon, we won't be able to move without the govt charging us. Again, proportionately, poorer people will pay a higher percentage of their income 4 this. #nzpol
Departures of 15-29 year olds are up 24% since the election.
Where are they going to? 58% of migrant departures of New Zealand citizens went to Australia. Going to a country with Fair Pay Agreements, a growing economy, low energy prices, and a capital gains taxation system. For some reason that doesn’t seem to so be unpopular.
November 12, 2025 at 11:58 PM
Departures of 15-29 year olds are up 24% since the election.
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The last New Zealand tobacco farm closed 30 years ago. There are no commercial tobacco growers in New Zealand. So this isn't even protecting our own farmers/producers. It's 100% offshore interests harming New Zealanders. And our laser focused government? They decided to make it easier for them.
"Aotearoa plummets from 2nd to 53rd in Global Tobacco Industry Interference Index ranking"
NZ getting back on track - to those times when tobacco lobbyists had free reign #nzpol
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NZ getting back on track - to those times when tobacco lobbyists had free reign #nzpol
www.phcc.org.nz/briefing/aot...
Aotearoa plummets from 2nd to 53rd in Global Tobacco Industry Interference Index ranking
Recent policy changes have led to a dramatic drop in NZ’s global ranking for tobacco interference protection.
www.phcc.org.nz
November 12, 2025 at 10:41 PM
The last New Zealand tobacco farm closed 30 years ago. There are no commercial tobacco growers in New Zealand. So this isn't even protecting our own farmers/producers. It's 100% offshore interests harming New Zealanders. And our laser focused government? They decided to make it easier for them.
'She pointed to the Regulatory Standards Bill, Pae Ora Amendment Bill, the disestablishment of Te Aka Whai Ora and the repeal of Section 7AA of the Oranga Tamariki Act as examples of government actions that have had an "enormous effect" on Māori.' #nzpol
Human rights complaint filed to United Nations over treatment of Māori
Human rights complaint filed to United Nations over treatment of Māori
The 42 page complaint was submitted to the United Nations by a Māori health leader.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:08 AM
'She pointed to the Regulatory Standards Bill, Pae Ora Amendment Bill, the disestablishment of Te Aka Whai Ora and the repeal of Section 7AA of the Oranga Tamariki Act as examples of government actions that have had an "enormous effect" on Māori.' #nzpol
Charles Leclerc: "I really think Kimi knew and was aware that Oscar was on the inside...you cannot do a corner like nobody is on the inside if someone is on the inside...So, for me, it is a bit more of a fifty-fifty blame with Kimi and Oscar. I don’t think Oscar deserved all the blame there" #F1
November 10, 2025 at 6:17 AM
Charles Leclerc: "I really think Kimi knew and was aware that Oscar was on the inside...you cannot do a corner like nobody is on the inside if someone is on the inside...So, for me, it is a bit more of a fifty-fifty blame with Kimi and Oscar. I don’t think Oscar deserved all the blame there" #F1
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Luxon thinks we need a "mature conversation" about selling state assets... But I don't think he really means that, because a mature conversation would look at the history of failure and the shortsighted focus on profit ahead of public interest.
He wants a conversation where we agree with him.
He wants a conversation where we agree with him.
November 10, 2025 at 2:51 AM
Luxon thinks we need a "mature conversation" about selling state assets... But I don't think he really means that, because a mature conversation would look at the history of failure and the shortsighted focus on profit ahead of public interest.
He wants a conversation where we agree with him.
He wants a conversation where we agree with him.
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How'd that go in the past for consumers? Electricity prices go down? No. Rail services improve? No. Insurance get cheaper? No. Post get better and cheaper? No. Telecom? No. Air NZ went bust. Nationalize the ones we sold. Our country isn't broke enough spin. #nzpol www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
National to mull asset sales as part of next election, Christopher Luxon says
But the prime minister has ruled out asset sales this term.
www.rnz.co.nz
November 9, 2025 at 11:33 PM
How'd that go in the past for consumers? Electricity prices go down? No. Rail services improve? No. Insurance get cheaper? No. Post get better and cheaper? No. Telecom? No. Air NZ went bust. Nationalize the ones we sold. Our country isn't broke enough spin. #nzpol www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
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We need democratic governments to pay attention to the disinformation tsunami online. CoFact is an NGO that built a chatbot to fact-check and fight disinformation, works with volunteers in verifying news or content, and runs 'how to protect yourself' tutorials. More of this! WE ALL NEED PROTECTION
November 9, 2025 at 6:52 PM
We need democratic governments to pay attention to the disinformation tsunami online. CoFact is an NGO that built a chatbot to fact-check and fight disinformation, works with volunteers in verifying news or content, and runs 'how to protect yourself' tutorials. More of this! WE ALL NEED PROTECTION
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“Climate and quality of life are not two separate concerns. They are, in fact, one and the same.” ~Zohran Mamdani
November 6, 2025 at 12:06 AM
“Climate and quality of life are not two separate concerns. They are, in fact, one and the same.” ~Zohran Mamdani
Respect to those who have given for the greater good:
'If you live near them, knock on their door. If you see them around, shake their hand. And if you feel so inclined, join them for a cuppa…or a pint, to hear their story and remind them their service still matters.'
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'If you live near them, knock on their door. If you see them around, shake their hand. And if you feel so inclined, join them for a cuppa…or a pint, to hear their story and remind them their service still matters.'
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The Bond, The Banter, The Bravery: What it means to be British | The Office of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex
By Prince Harry Every November the world, for a moment, grows quieter. We pause, together, to remember. Remembrance has never been about glorifying war. It’s about recognising its cost: the lives chan...
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November 5, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Respect to those who have given for the greater good:
'If you live near them, knock on their door. If you see them around, shake their hand. And if you feel so inclined, join them for a cuppa…or a pint, to hear their story and remind them their service still matters.'
sussex.com/the-bond-the...
'If you live near them, knock on their door. If you see them around, shake their hand. And if you feel so inclined, join them for a cuppa…or a pint, to hear their story and remind them their service still matters.'
sussex.com/the-bond-the...
Listen to this man! We need leaders like this in Aoteoroa "we will hold bad landlords to account ... we will put an end to the culture of corruption....we will stand alongside unions and expand labour protections..."
YES!
YES!
Mayor-elect Mamdani directly addresses President Trump: “So Donald Trump, since I know you’re watching, I have four words for you: turn the volume up.”
November 5, 2025 at 5:49 AM
Listen to this man! We need leaders like this in Aoteoroa "we will hold bad landlords to account ... we will put an end to the culture of corruption....we will stand alongside unions and expand labour protections..."
YES!
YES!
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Today, 144 years ago, 1600 Crown troops invaded a pacifist settlement that was the centre of resistance against British colonialism. The leaders were arrested, the settlement sacked, the people violated.
For many in Aotearoa, November 5th is Parihaka Day, or Te Rā o te Pāhua: The Day of Plunder.
For many in Aotearoa, November 5th is Parihaka Day, or Te Rā o te Pāhua: The Day of Plunder.
November 5, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Today, 144 years ago, 1600 Crown troops invaded a pacifist settlement that was the centre of resistance against British colonialism. The leaders were arrested, the settlement sacked, the people violated.
For many in Aotearoa, November 5th is Parihaka Day, or Te Rā o te Pāhua: The Day of Plunder.
For many in Aotearoa, November 5th is Parihaka Day, or Te Rā o te Pāhua: The Day of Plunder.
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The Govt quietly announced a loosening of climate rules at 8pm last night:
- Decoupling the ETS from Paris
- Shifting ETS resets to every 2 years
- Delaying the public sector target by 25 years
- Removing CCC advice from *before* emission reductions plans:
www.thepost.co.nz/politics/360...
- Decoupling the ETS from Paris
- Shifting ETS resets to every 2 years
- Delaying the public sector target by 25 years
- Removing CCC advice from *before* emission reductions plans:
www.thepost.co.nz/politics/360...
Government quietly loosens climate rules
An announcement at 8pm on Tuesday saw the Government delinking the ETS from the Paris Agreement and extending another emissions deadline by 25 years.
www.thepost.co.nz
November 4, 2025 at 10:26 PM
The Govt quietly announced a loosening of climate rules at 8pm last night:
- Decoupling the ETS from Paris
- Shifting ETS resets to every 2 years
- Delaying the public sector target by 25 years
- Removing CCC advice from *before* emission reductions plans:
www.thepost.co.nz/politics/360...
- Decoupling the ETS from Paris
- Shifting ETS resets to every 2 years
- Delaying the public sector target by 25 years
- Removing CCC advice from *before* emission reductions plans:
www.thepost.co.nz/politics/360...
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For those believing we’re “turning the corner” …
Number unemployed, other jobless, or wanting to work more hours all at 21-yr Sept high.
Total 394,000 people - with families, whānau, mortgages/rent to pay, & food to put on table.
No way we should accept this as feature of economy.
💔😢☹️😠😡
Number unemployed, other jobless, or wanting to work more hours all at 21-yr Sept high.
Total 394,000 people - with families, whānau, mortgages/rent to pay, & food to put on table.
No way we should accept this as feature of economy.
💔😢☹️😠😡
November 4, 2025 at 10:42 PM
For those believing we’re “turning the corner” …
Number unemployed, other jobless, or wanting to work more hours all at 21-yr Sept high.
Total 394,000 people - with families, whānau, mortgages/rent to pay, & food to put on table.
No way we should accept this as feature of economy.
💔😢☹️😠😡
Number unemployed, other jobless, or wanting to work more hours all at 21-yr Sept high.
Total 394,000 people - with families, whānau, mortgages/rent to pay, & food to put on table.
No way we should accept this as feature of economy.
💔😢☹️😠😡
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"Jane was one of the last remaining individuals with a true moral compass." - Prince Harry
#princeharry #harryandmeghan #janegoodall
#princeharry #harryandmeghan #janegoodall
November 3, 2025 at 5:05 PM
"Jane was one of the last remaining individuals with a true moral compass." - Prince Harry
#princeharry #harryandmeghan #janegoodall
#princeharry #harryandmeghan #janegoodall
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Love how National proudly opposed the Treaty Principles Bill, and wore it like a badge of honour.
Then basically rolled it out anyways. They’re dismantling and removing anything that honours the treaty, and undermining Māori.
Without consultation too like yesterday.
Depressing.
Then basically rolled it out anyways. They’re dismantling and removing anything that honours the treaty, and undermining Māori.
Without consultation too like yesterday.
Depressing.
November 4, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Love how National proudly opposed the Treaty Principles Bill, and wore it like a badge of honour.
Then basically rolled it out anyways. They’re dismantling and removing anything that honours the treaty, and undermining Māori.
Without consultation too like yesterday.
Depressing.
Then basically rolled it out anyways. They’re dismantling and removing anything that honours the treaty, and undermining Māori.
Without consultation too like yesterday.
Depressing.
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Blows my mind that people think that it doesn’t damage our nations soul to not honour Te Tiriti
The coalition is taking our soul and trading it for military equipment and a low wage economy. That’s Seymour’s dream and it is awful for us and our children
The coalition is taking our soul and trading it for military equipment and a low wage economy. That’s Seymour’s dream and it is awful for us and our children
Elizabeth Rata wanted it gone, and so it is done.
November 3, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Blows my mind that people think that it doesn’t damage our nations soul to not honour Te Tiriti
The coalition is taking our soul and trading it for military equipment and a low wage economy. That’s Seymour’s dream and it is awful for us and our children
The coalition is taking our soul and trading it for military equipment and a low wage economy. That’s Seymour’s dream and it is awful for us and our children
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If this were a bunch of Pakeha farmers having to go back to court to relitigate an award of water rights because the government had changed allocation rules the media, business and legal establishments would be united in decrying it as the death of the rule of law.
Foreshore and seabed: ‘Exhausted’ Sth Isl group sent back to court after customary rights win
The Government says MACA changes were not a decision made lightly.
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November 2, 2025 at 6:05 PM
If this were a bunch of Pakeha farmers having to go back to court to relitigate an award of water rights because the government had changed allocation rules the media, business and legal establishments would be united in decrying it as the death of the rule of law.
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“We could hear them laughing.”
Rev. David Black, the minister of the First Presbyterian Church of Chicago, speaks to #CNN’s Erin Burnett in his first television interview since he was shot in the head with pepper balls while praying in front of an ICE facility.
#OutFrontCNN #News #ICE #Chicago
Rev. David Black, the minister of the First Presbyterian Church of Chicago, speaks to #CNN’s Erin Burnett in his first television interview since he was shot in the head with pepper balls while praying in front of an ICE facility.
#OutFrontCNN #News #ICE #Chicago
October 10, 2025 at 3:29 AM
“We could hear them laughing.”
Rev. David Black, the minister of the First Presbyterian Church of Chicago, speaks to #CNN’s Erin Burnett in his first television interview since he was shot in the head with pepper balls while praying in front of an ICE facility.
#OutFrontCNN #News #ICE #Chicago
Rev. David Black, the minister of the First Presbyterian Church of Chicago, speaks to #CNN’s Erin Burnett in his first television interview since he was shot in the head with pepper balls while praying in front of an ICE facility.
#OutFrontCNN #News #ICE #Chicago
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Legislating so that Meta, Alphabet et al pay corporate tax on all profits generated in NZ, meets NZ content standards & protect NZ users from harm has what downsides exactly?
I get that they might withdraw their services... as of right now this is feeling more like a blessing than a threat tbh.
I get that they might withdraw their services... as of right now this is feeling more like a blessing than a threat tbh.
October 23, 2025 at 12:55 AM
Legislating so that Meta, Alphabet et al pay corporate tax on all profits generated in NZ, meets NZ content standards & protect NZ users from harm has what downsides exactly?
I get that they might withdraw their services... as of right now this is feeling more like a blessing than a threat tbh.
I get that they might withdraw their services... as of right now this is feeling more like a blessing than a threat tbh.
Why has Oscar Piastri's car been changed by McLaren when he was winning with it like it was? "I’ve [had] to drive the car very differently these last couple of weekends. Which, when it’s been working well for you for the previous 18, is a little bit difficult to kind of wrap your head around." #F1
October 27, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Why has Oscar Piastri's car been changed by McLaren when he was winning with it like it was? "I’ve [had] to drive the car very differently these last couple of weekends. Which, when it’s been working well for you for the previous 18, is a little bit difficult to kind of wrap your head around." #F1
Strongly organized public health disinformation campaigns about vaccines have made some scared of using them. Countering those online campaigns is critical. NZ health leaders need to understand how social media is shaping disinformation and counter it through legislation, as has been done in Europe
October 25, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Strongly organized public health disinformation campaigns about vaccines have made some scared of using them. Countering those online campaigns is critical. NZ health leaders need to understand how social media is shaping disinformation and counter it through legislation, as has been done in Europe