Iain Lees-Galloway
@ilg.bsky.social
I have opinions. They are mine, not my employer’s. You don’t like them.
“Lame-o” probably isn’t a term Chris Luxon should be throwing around right now. Lame-o Luxon. It writes itself!
March 10, 2025 at 10:25 PM
“Lame-o” probably isn’t a term Chris Luxon should be throwing around right now. Lame-o Luxon. It writes itself!
He’s brave. Botany by-pass? www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
Christopher Luxon announces India trip
The stakes are high for Luxon after he promised during a 2023 election debate that he would strike a free trade deal with India in his first term.
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March 10, 2025 at 3:40 AM
He’s brave. Botany by-pass? www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
It was only September when the Government parties’ combined polling was as strong as their election night results. Now the Govt and Opposition blocks are neck and neck. What’s changed since then?? 🤔
February 10, 2025 at 3:01 AM
It was only September when the Government parties’ combined polling was as strong as their election night results. Now the Govt and Opposition blocks are neck and neck. What’s changed since then?? 🤔
The story is light on detail so forgive me if the situation is not what it seems, but three vehicles hitting a person and none of the drivers stopping is a concerning indicator of the state of our society. www.rnz.co.nz/news/nationa...
Man killed on Auckland's Southwestern motorway struck by three cars - police
Police are now looking for witnesses after the death and another fatal crash on Auckland's motorways.
www.rnz.co.nz
February 6, 2025 at 11:01 PM
The story is light on detail so forgive me if the situation is not what it seems, but three vehicles hitting a person and none of the drivers stopping is a concerning indicator of the state of our society. www.rnz.co.nz/news/nationa...
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So racism is 100% fine with Peters until he gets a whiff that it might have a financial impact on a portfolio he manages?
It's all fun and games in Parliament taking the piss out of those quirky, far-away Mexicans until you realise that there's $1.2 billion in trade between the two countries and you are the Foreign Minister in an administration that is busy telling the world how "open for business" it is ...
Winston Peters backs down over comments after Mexican ambassador raises concerns
Winston Peters, after initially saying nothing was wrong with his and Shane Jones' comments - which have been labelled 'xenophobic' - has now backed down
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January 30, 2025 at 4:04 AM
So racism is 100% fine with Peters until he gets a whiff that it might have a financial impact on a portfolio he manages?
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It's all fun and games in Parliament taking the piss out of those quirky, far-away Mexicans until you realise that there's $1.2 billion in trade between the two countries and you are the Foreign Minister in an administration that is busy telling the world how "open for business" it is ...
Winston Peters backs down over comments after Mexican ambassador raises concerns
Winston Peters, after initially saying nothing was wrong with his and Shane Jones' comments - which have been labelled 'xenophobic' - has now backed down
www.rnz.co.nz
January 30, 2025 at 3:39 AM
It's all fun and games in Parliament taking the piss out of those quirky, far-away Mexicans until you realise that there's $1.2 billion in trade between the two countries and you are the Foreign Minister in an administration that is busy telling the world how "open for business" it is ...
Watched Armageddon yesterday. What a yawnfest. Gervais has become completely one-note. The set was littered with unoriginal cliches and his “shocking” material was no better than your uncle at Christmas dinner. But he’s identified his target audience and the money will roll in.
December 30, 2023 at 10:44 PM
Watched Armageddon yesterday. What a yawnfest. Gervais has become completely one-note. The set was littered with unoriginal cliches and his “shocking” material was no better than your uncle at Christmas dinner. But he’s identified his target audience and the money will roll in.
I spend quite a bit of time on LinkedIn these days. I get some rigorous debate and insightful points of view there. I’ve also learned that a lot of people (men) with serious looking job titles are absolutely bat shit crazy. 🇳🇿
December 21, 2023 at 5:44 AM
I spend quite a bit of time on LinkedIn these days. I get some rigorous debate and insightful points of view there. I’ve also learned that a lot of people (men) with serious looking job titles are absolutely bat shit crazy. 🇳🇿
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Will they look at the evidence? Will they listen to experts?
Fifty freshwater experts have signed an open letter to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, urging him to avoid a "terrible mistake" by reversing current freshwater policies.
Fifty freshwater experts have signed an open letter to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, urging him to avoid a "terrible mistake" by reversing current freshwater policies.
Freshwater experts urge Luxon to avoid 'terrible mistake'
An open letter calls on the PM to "listen to the wider community – not just the minority of voices" on freshwater policies.
www.1news.co.nz
December 17, 2023 at 7:03 PM
Will they look at the evidence? Will they listen to experts?
Fifty freshwater experts have signed an open letter to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, urging him to avoid a "terrible mistake" by reversing current freshwater policies.
Fifty freshwater experts have signed an open letter to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, urging him to avoid a "terrible mistake" by reversing current freshwater policies.
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It reads: "New Zealand's rivers, lakes and aquifers are in a dire state. If you proceed with your proposals to undo the country's freshwater policy, they will only get worse."
www.rnz.co.nz/news/nationa...
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Scientists' letter calls for freshwater protections to remain
Scientists and leaders have sent an open letter appealing to the prime minister not to change the country's freshwater policy.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 17, 2023 at 8:17 PM
It reads: "New Zealand's rivers, lakes and aquifers are in a dire state. If you proceed with your proposals to undo the country's freshwater policy, they will only get worse."
www.rnz.co.nz/news/nationa...
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Tesla-buying, Te Reo-learning PM tells voters to do what he says, rather than what he does. www.canberratimes.com.au/story/846296...
Maori language edicts strains NZ government
As New Zealand grapples with a new style of government and a new approach to the Maori language,...
www.canberratimes.com.au
December 17, 2023 at 8:17 PM
Tesla-buying, Te Reo-learning PM tells voters to do what he says, rather than what he does. www.canberratimes.com.au/story/846296...
Seymour demands review of the admissions system for Māori and Pacifica medical students but not rural and regional students. Just another racist waste of time and money. 🇳🇿
Health Minister Shane Reti responsible for review of ‘affirmative action’ scheme he graduated fr...
A review of the long-standing admissions programme for Māori and Pasifika medical students is either 'pointless' or 'perfectly sensible', depending on who you ask.
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December 17, 2023 at 6:51 PM
Seymour demands review of the admissions system for Māori and Pacifica medical students but not rural and regional students. Just another racist waste of time and money. 🇳🇿
In Government I had to put up with Shane Jones’ plosives about “1 BILLION trees” every time he opened his mouth. Wonder if he will say 24 BILLION dollars with the same arrogant audacity.
December 12, 2023 at 8:29 AM
In Government I had to put up with Shane Jones’ plosives about “1 BILLION trees” every time he opened his mouth. Wonder if he will say 24 BILLION dollars with the same arrogant audacity.
Holy shit. Our Government is reversing initiatives intended to reduce smoking rates and expects that to help fund tax cuts for the rich. Nicola Willis said so. What have we done?
November 24, 2023 at 8:56 PM
Holy shit. Our Government is reversing initiatives intended to reduce smoking rates and expects that to help fund tax cuts for the rich. Nicola Willis said so. What have we done?
Graduation day! 🥳🎓
November 23, 2023 at 10:42 PM
Graduation day! 🥳🎓