Raz
@razmetaz.bsky.social
Love New Zealand, Aotearoa. Blanking anything Trump-like. Living positively, I will rise
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It's weird how all the studies show that a 4-day week and UBI makes societies wealthier, more productive, and happier, but the RW govt types keep insisting on unemployment, austerity, longer hours, and shit labour rights
December 8, 2025 at 4:44 AM
It's weird how all the studies show that a 4-day week and UBI makes societies wealthier, more productive, and happier, but the RW govt types keep insisting on unemployment, austerity, longer hours, and shit labour rights
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Kids at Haeata were served mouldy, unsafe lunches. Instead of taking responsibility, Seymour attacked.
This is classic DARVO: Deny, Attack, Reverse Victim & Offender.
Our kids deserve better lunches.
We deserve better politicians.
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Kids at Haeata were served mouldy, unsafe lunches. Instead of taking responsibility, Seymour attacked.
This is classic DARVO: Deny, Attack, Reverse Victim & Offender.
Our kids deserve better lunches.
We deserve better politicians.
open.substack.com/pub/drbex/p/...
Seymour attacks a School Principal instead of addressing his providers mouldy school meals
The DARVO by ACT does not augur well
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December 3, 2025 at 5:53 AM
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Kids at Haeata were served mouldy, unsafe lunches. Instead of taking responsibility, Seymour attacked.
This is classic DARVO: Deny, Attack, Reverse Victim & Offender.
Our kids deserve better lunches.
We deserve better politicians.
open.substack.com/pub/drbex/p/...
Kids at Haeata were served mouldy, unsafe lunches. Instead of taking responsibility, Seymour attacked.
This is classic DARVO: Deny, Attack, Reverse Victim & Offender.
Our kids deserve better lunches.
We deserve better politicians.
open.substack.com/pub/drbex/p/...
Taunting our children with food they can't eat, when they are hungry, and we do NOTHING about it. This is abuse. We are allowing this child abuse to continue by not acting, by not LOUDLY objecting.
Food that we pay for through our taxes. I'm furious
#nzpol
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Food that we pay for through our taxes. I'm furious
#nzpol
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Parents horrified children ate mouldy mince in government-funded school lunches
A government-funded lunch provider says it's investigating a "food quality issue", while parents are watching for food poisoning symptoms.
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December 1, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Taunting our children with food they can't eat, when they are hungry, and we do NOTHING about it. This is abuse. We are allowing this child abuse to continue by not acting, by not LOUDLY objecting.
Food that we pay for through our taxes. I'm furious
#nzpol
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Food that we pay for through our taxes. I'm furious
#nzpol
www.rnz.co.nz/news/nationa...
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If you're Aotearoa New Zealand-based, please sign and share. 27 queens found at last count by a biosecurity department that's been battered by public service cuts. We have to eradicate this threat. c.org/bkt2N7cxFh
Sign the Petition
Urgent Action Required on Yellow-Legged Asian Hornet Incursion.
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November 29, 2025 at 2:07 AM
If you're Aotearoa New Zealand-based, please sign and share. 27 queens found at last count by a biosecurity department that's been battered by public service cuts. We have to eradicate this threat. c.org/bkt2N7cxFh
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Reminder that juror fees have not been increased since 2004 (yes 21 years ago). The maximum payable is $127 for more than 3 hours and beyond 9 pm.
The usual daily rate is $62 for more than 3 hours but not beyond 6 pm.
Jury duty is obviously nowhere near as important as being on a board.
The usual daily rate is $62 for more than 3 hours but not beyond 6 pm.
Jury duty is obviously nowhere near as important as being on a board.
😡 #NZ Neoliberal RW Govt approves HUGE pay hikes for #CrownBoard, #authority members after fee framework changes, in many cases doubling the amount they receive, despite huge cuts in pay for teachers, nurses, carers & others #pay #inequality #AtlasNetwork #nzpol www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/politics/...
'Absolutely huge': The pay hikes Crown bosses got after recent changes
The Government is defending it, but Labour's not impressed.
www.nzherald.co.nz
November 20, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Reminder that juror fees have not been increased since 2004 (yes 21 years ago). The maximum payable is $127 for more than 3 hours and beyond 9 pm.
The usual daily rate is $62 for more than 3 hours but not beyond 6 pm.
Jury duty is obviously nowhere near as important as being on a board.
The usual daily rate is $62 for more than 3 hours but not beyond 6 pm.
Jury duty is obviously nowhere near as important as being on a board.
Max Verstappen on his new number if he doesn't retain #1 next year "I actually wanted #69, but my dad said ‘that’s not a good idea’. But that number always looks the same, no matter how you look at the car! #69". Good for photos no doubt, but Max also just likes pushing boundaries. #3 will be better
November 20, 2025 at 6:41 AM
Max Verstappen on his new number if he doesn't retain #1 next year "I actually wanted #69, but my dad said ‘that’s not a good idea’. But that number always looks the same, no matter how you look at the car! #69". Good for photos no doubt, but Max also just likes pushing boundaries. #3 will be better
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.
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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.
www.rnz.co.nz
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.'
sussex.com/the-bond-the...
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.