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It has taken nearly 50 years but a new book on Bill Sutch is sure to spark debate in to an old controversy.
In September 1974, Bill Sutch was arrested and charged under the Official Secrets Act 1951, after a series of clandestine meetings with KGB agent Dimitri Rasgovorov, an official at the … View moreIt has taken nearly 50 years but a new book on Bill Sutch is sure to spark debate in to an old controversy.
In September 1974, Bill Sutch was arrested and charged under the Official Secrets Act 1951, after a series of clandestine meetings with KGB agent Dimitri Rasgovorov, an official at the Soviet Union's embassy, in Wellington.
He was subsequently acquitted but documents later found in the KGB archive suggested he was a Soviet agent.
His son-in-law, Keith Ovenden, has now written a book, Bill & Shirley: A Memoir, looking at the life of Sutch and his wife Shirley Smith. Smith was a prominent lawyer and the first woman in New Zealand to be a full member of a university law faculty.
We can thank Wellington carpenter Samuel Parnell for the the eight hour day and our annual Labour Day holiday.
It has been held on the fourth Monday of every October since 1910. National Leader Judith Collins, however, has suggested that if we want Matarki as a public holiday, we should get rid of … View moreWe can thank Wellington carpenter Samuel Parnell for the the eight hour day and our annual Labour Day holiday.
It has been held on the fourth Monday of every October since 1910. National Leader Judith Collins, however, has suggested that if we want Matarki as a public holiday, we should get rid of an existing holiday like Labour Day.
That is something the Labour Party is unlikely to agree with but what do you think?
This site has comprehensive lists of the promises of all political parties in a form that makes it easy to compare. policy.nz...
This much loved giant bunny rabbit soft toy is in reasonable second hand condition with no stains. I have had to do some small repairs to the purple top and feet (as pictured).
This rabbit is very large as shown pictured next to my 12 year old sister. The approximate dimensions are 50 cm high and … View moreThis much loved giant bunny rabbit soft toy is in reasonable second hand condition with no stains. I have had to do some small repairs to the purple top and feet (as pictured).
This rabbit is very large as shown pictured next to my 12 year old sister. The approximate dimensions are 50 cm high and 50 cm wide.
Please PM me or email me at haydenthemonkey@gmail.com for more information. Many thanks Hayden.
These porcelain décor jars are in reasonable second hand condition. One of the leaves on the lid on both of the jars have been chipped or come off (as pictured).
The jars are strawberry themed and would be suitable as salt and pepper jars or as room decoration.
Pick-up in Johnsonville or central… View moreThese porcelain décor jars are in reasonable second hand condition. One of the leaves on the lid on both of the jars have been chipped or come off (as pictured).
The jars are strawberry themed and would be suitable as salt and pepper jars or as room decoration.
Pick-up in Johnsonville or central Wellington City.
This cute hippo plush toy is in near new condition. Little kids will love cuddling up to him and playing with him as he is nice and soft.
He stands about 25 cm high and is about 25 cm wide.
Please check out my other listings, happy to combine postage where applicable.
Pick-up in Johnsonville or … View moreThis cute hippo plush toy is in near new condition. Little kids will love cuddling up to him and playing with him as he is nice and soft.
He stands about 25 cm high and is about 25 cm wide.
Please check out my other listings, happy to combine postage where applicable.
Pick-up in Johnsonville or central Wellington city.
The case and disk are in great condition with only minor scratches that doesn't affect the usability of the disk at all. Was made for older versions of windows but runs fine on my windows 10 laptop, may need to run it through compatibility mode which is very easy to do.
Game description:
In … View moreThe case and disk are in great condition with only minor scratches that doesn't affect the usability of the disk at all. Was made for older versions of windows but runs fine on my windows 10 laptop, may need to run it through compatibility mode which is very easy to do.
Game description:
In 1986 the world shook with the force of the largest nuclear accident ever. Twenty years later the repercussions are only just beginning. New life breathes new terror into an environment of fear and an invisible enemy reveals the true face of violence. Welcome to a world of mutation and montrosity where no man's land becomes one man's land.
Welcome to Chernobyl. Where man made hell.
- Begin your descent into the huge and twisted hell of a post nuclear Chernobyl.
- Attempt to survive the radioactive hazards of the zone using combat, stealth, trading and communication.
- Scavenge hunt and shoot your way through the vast challenges of multiplayer via LAN or online.
- Encounter the dark mutated threats of an open world teeming with artificial life governed by real world physics
Please check out my other listings, happy to combine shipping were applicable.
Pick up in Johnsonville or central Wellington city.
This cute elephant plush toy is in near new condition. Little kids will love cuddling up to him and playing with him as he is nice and soft.
He stands about 25 cm high and is about 25 cm wide.
Please check out my other listings, happy to combine postage where applicable.
Pick-up in Johnsonville … View moreThis cute elephant plush toy is in near new condition. Little kids will love cuddling up to him and playing with him as he is nice and soft.
He stands about 25 cm high and is about 25 cm wide.
Please check out my other listings, happy to combine postage where applicable.
Pick-up in Johnsonville or central Wellington city.
A pensioner about to lose his home for unpaid rates is resting easy after his son made an arrangement with the council that wanted him out.
Stuff reported on Thursday that 75-year-old retired engineer Justin Gregory was facing the loss of his house due to unpaid rates.
His home was one of two … View moreA pensioner about to lose his home for unpaid rates is resting easy after his son made an arrangement with the council that wanted him out.
Stuff reported on Thursday that 75-year-old retired engineer Justin Gregory was facing the loss of his house due to unpaid rates.
His home was one of two advertised as up for sale after Napier City Council gained High Court orders under the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002.
Another homeowner, Sharon McCleary, was also facing the loss of her home.
By mid afternoon, relatives of McCleary and Gregory, had contacted the council.
A council spokeswoman said “we are pleased that family members of both Mr Gregory and Ms McCleary have been in contact with council, and we are hopeful that a good outcome can be reached for everyone involved.”
Victoria University students’ association (VUWSA) has had their online annual general meeting hacked, with an unknown intruder sharing “racist, homophobic, and graphic content”.
The AGM was abandoned after the screens were hacked and distressing images and messages were streamed.
Lower Hutt residents are to have a say on what the city will look like in the years ahead.
Hutt City is in the initial stage of reviewing it's District Plan – the rule book for managing land use and development in the city. The plan covers everything from the height of neighboring … View moreLower Hutt residents are to have a say on what the city will look like in the years ahead.
Hutt City is in the initial stage of reviewing it's District Plan – the rule book for managing land use and development in the city. The plan covers everything from the height of neighboring properties to how to minimise the impact of climate change.
The plan also sets the rules for developers looking to build infill housing and mutli-storey buildings.
Hutt City Council Chief Executive Jo Miller says the new District Plan will affect every person and every business in the city.
"Tell us how you would you like to see the city develop over the next 20 years."
There are literally thousands of daffodils here, where Ian Riddell has spent over 25 years in the business, from preparing the soil and planting bulbs to harvesting flowers and selling them.
One in three people are affected by cancer in New Zealand. It is the leading cause of death, and although survival rates have improved with better treatment options, many people miss out on rehabilitation.
Often those diagnosed are not aware of resources available to manage pain and improve their … View moreOne in three people are affected by cancer in New Zealand. It is the leading cause of death, and although survival rates have improved with better treatment options, many people miss out on rehabilitation.
Often those diagnosed are not aware of resources available to manage pain and improve their overall quality of life. Kiely Pepper was seeing the Petone physiotherapist after being diagnosed with breast cancer.
She had chemotherapy-induced pain and weakness in her hands and feet, pins and needles and reduced joint awareness, and crippling fatigue. For five years Kiely participated in regular rehabilitation, and two years ago, Kiely and her friends competed in a water sports event, and the same year her dragon boating team, Can Survive, finished second in Florence.
The following year, Kiely took part in wheelchair basketball and indoor rowing at the Invictus Games in Australia, even fitting in a chat with Prince Harry between cycling events.
This week, September 7 -13, is Cancer Rehabilitation Awareness Week, where people are encouraged to spread the word about the resources available to help recovery.
Lower Hutt voters will decide whether to ditch the First Past the Post (FPP) electoral system at the next local body election.
Councillors resolved to hold a referendum between the status quo and the Single Transferable Vote (STV) system.
Hutt City Council electoral officer Bruce Hodgins said … View moreLower Hutt voters will decide whether to ditch the First Past the Post (FPP) electoral system at the next local body election.
Councillors resolved to hold a referendum between the status quo and the Single Transferable Vote (STV) system.
Hutt City Council electoral officer Bruce Hodgins said councils had the option to review their voting systems two years before an election. The council’s last electoral reform poll was in 2003, he said.
Holding the referendum at the same time as the elections would spread the cost of the exercise and reduce expenditure from $175,000 to $30,000.
Stuff movie reviewer Greame Tuckett loved Savage and suggested it is a film all New Zealanders should see.
"Savage is, in its best moments, a stunning achievement. And it is never less than heartfelt and engaging. Very recommended."
Directed by Sam Kelly, it takes a look at the life of … View moreStuff movie reviewer Greame Tuckett loved Savage and suggested it is a film all New Zealanders should see.
"Savage is, in its best moments, a stunning achievement. And it is never less than heartfelt and engaging. Very recommended."
Directed by Sam Kelly, it takes a look at the life of gang leader Moses. Set in Wellington in the 1980s, Kelly suggests that we can trace the emergence of gangs in New Zealand to institutions like the Epuni Boys Home in Lower Hutt, where physical and sexual abuse was rife.
Tuckett was particularly impressed by the way Savage gets "behind the masks of gang life and talked to the lost boys and mutilated men" in gangs throughout New Zealand.
One of the highlights was the performance of James Matamua, who was discovered in a Upper Hutt boxing gym.
The movie will inevitably raises questions about attitudes to gangs and whether politicians should take a tougher approach. Tell us what you think?
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