Jonny
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Jonny
@breton66.bsky.social
Still vertical.
NZ Media Council did not uphold my complaint against RNZ's story: "Lifting advertising restrictions will enable medical conferences in NZ – David Seymour"
BUT it did note that: "this was not an example of great journalism," and,
October 22, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Another example of crap journalism from RNZ. Consistently printing one sided stories with no right of reply. Wouldn't gain a pass at journalism school. You can't print that allegation and then not seek a response.
Strikers' demands 'a mystery', government's top negotiator says
The Public Service Commissioner says it's regrettable major strike action is going ahead, because he's always been available to negotiate.
www.rnz.co.nz
October 22, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Big ups to my boy, Luke, who played his part minimising the devastation of the LynnMall terror attack. Pictured here earlier this week, receiving a bravery award from Police Commissioner Richard Chambers.

"He faced imminent danger to life and went towards it to save others."
October 2, 2025 at 10:17 PM
All good points, but no mention of the dire state of its business journalism, eg. the execrable Market Update, and the relentless rural 'news'.
'Some people shouldn’t be on air': RNZ review urges new talent, reveals 'blame-shifting, low ambition'
Independent report calls for urgent action to halt - and rebuild - falling ratings.
www.nzherald.co.nz
August 14, 2025 at 4:22 AM
This is Radio NZ 'business journalism'.
KiwiSavers may be missing out on crypto currency returns, digital investment firm says
Swyftx says many advisors are reluctant to recommend crypto currencies to clients.
www.rnz.co.nz
August 10, 2025 at 11:56 PM
The state of RNZ news delivery is so dire. 1)The execrably repetitive Market Update, where random investment person reads pointless stats off a computer screen masquerading as business news. I mean try breaking a story...
August 7, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Another one bites the dust.
Wellington mayoral candidate ordered to pay former employee $28k
Mayoral hopeful Graham Bloxham allegedly failed to pay the IRD an employee's PAYE taxes.
www.nzherald.co.nz
July 17, 2025 at 6:07 AM
Aussies give Dutton the Spanish Archer (El bow). Aussies respect their public servants. A victory speech that encapsulated the values the US used to stand for. Over to you NZ Labour.
May 3, 2025 at 9:31 PM
What, even, is the point of Judith Collins? A political career distinguished by meanness, performativeness, and failed leadership. She haunts Parliament like a ghoul.
December 4, 2024 at 8:23 PM