Bypass this

You could say one thing about driving across New Zealand – there aren’t many parts that leave you feeling robbed of good scenery. Unfortunately, it can often pass by unnoticed by those in the driving…

Punching through potholes

‘She’ll be right…’ What a Kiwi-ism. In one go, it can convey optimism, nonchalance, or indifference. It can be overwhelmingly positive or hide resignation.…

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Who’s wearing the pants?

In the second half of 2021, we began hearing media murmurings that the Marsden Point Oil Refinery, owned and operated by Refining New Zealand, was to be shut…

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Drop to earth, reach the stars

This week, we’re taking a break from complaining about the state of the roads, discussing driver shortages or rising costs, and having a natter over general…

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Some sort of old normal

I hate to do it, but Covid’s the topic of discussion again. After months of what might have resulted in a sunnier commentary herein, the news over the past…

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