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For some people, reading is their ultimate form of relaxation and fun! For others, reading can seem like a bit of a chore. No matter what category you fall into, we encourage you to embrace National Read a Book Day. Usually, it is simply about finding the right book for you. From memoirs to sci-fi;… View moreFor some people, reading is their ultimate form of relaxation and fun! For others, reading can seem like a bit of a chore. No matter what category you fall into, we encourage you to embrace National Read a Book Day. Usually, it is simply about finding the right book for you. From memoirs to sci-fi; there are so many different types of books out there today. Use National Read a Book Day to find the perfect book for you to really get stuck into!
Surplus to needs, so gotta go!
These sell new for $800-plus.
100 cm wide and 1200 tall - standard for these.
A couple of the drawer rails are broken but easily replaced by spares from the hardware. It has various surface scratches and marks but no damage structurally to the wood.
… View moreSurplus to needs, so gotta go!
These sell new for $800-plus.
100 cm wide and 1200 tall - standard for these.
A couple of the drawer rails are broken but easily replaced by spares from the hardware. It has various surface scratches and marks but no damage structurally to the wood.
It'll take two people to get it out of the house, so bear that in mind when collecting it.
Kilbirnie Red Cross is having a book sale!
Adult books $2.00 each, or buy 2 and get 1 free!
Cook books $1.00 each, or buy 2 and get 1 free!
Children’s books $1.00 each or buy 2 and get 1 free!
Magazines5for $2.00 or 50cents each!… View moreKilbirnie Red Cross is having a book sale!
Adult books $2.00 each, or buy 2 and get 1 free!
Cook books $1.00 each, or buy 2 and get 1 free!
Children’s books $1.00 each or buy 2 and get 1 free!
Magazines5for $2.00 or 50cents each!
We hope to see you here!
The team at Kilbirnie Red Cross.
Stuff's investigative documentary by Paula Penfold into disinformation in New Zealand that lead to the protests at Parliament in March is amateur, blatantly biased, and borderline defamatory. Penfold considered the role of organisations like Counterspin and Voices for Freedom, and prominent … View moreStuff's investigative documentary by Paula Penfold into disinformation in New Zealand that lead to the protests at Parliament in March is amateur, blatantly biased, and borderline defamatory. Penfold considered the role of organisations like Counterspin and Voices for Freedom, and prominent individuals such as Chantelle Baker, Carlene Hereora, and Kelvyn Alp in manipulating hundreds of thousands.
Penfold essentially progresses a thesis that hatred, violence, and the death of democracy are inevitable if individuals like those named above get to keep saying their piece. It seems that in all the reporting on anger against the Government, or journalists and media, it has never occurred to Penfold and her team that the reason there is such anger is because people feel their voice is being taken away. The anger and frustration has not come out of being allowed to express themselves openly- it has come because they believe they no longer have this liberty.
Penfold intentionally didn't hear from the other side. She claims, 'We didn’t approach them. That’s a really unusual editorial decision and I don’t know that we’ve ever taken that decision before, I think it is unprecedented for us. But it was obviously a very considered decision because in this instance we wanted our documentary to be the right of reply to what they’ve already said in the public domain.'
She continued on to note 'When you’re reporting on far-right dangerous speech you do not give them a right of reply because that elevates them.'
Who gets to decide what constitutes 'far-right dangerous speech'? Penfold, obviously. She gets to decide.
Another journalist Graham Adams claims, 'Rather than investigate the myriad and complex reasons for the “mistrust and anarchy” she witnessed in Wellington, Penfold’s single drum beat was the notion that most of those opposed to the mandates or who went to the protests were in thrall to right-wing extremists and white supremacists'.
All this begs an obvious question, what of those who were not from the Right at the protest? What about those who were not white, like former-Maori Party MP Marama Fox? What about those who weren't extremists, or did simply supporting the protest make you an extremist? It's worth remembering the results of a Horizon poll published on February 18 that showed 30 per cent of New Zealanders supported the protest. As Adams notes, 'That’s well over a million New Zealanders who the documentary makers imply were deluded, along with the thousands who camped outside Parliament for more than three weeks.'
'You’d have to say that a lot of the footage she presented revealed a crew of very brown white supremacists. Of course, Penfold had a predictable explanation for that awkward fact — they were obviously duped by the aforementioned white supremacists and right-wing extremists. This would be a dangerous conclusion for a white woman to come to but, fortunately for her, that deeply patronising view of Maori had a champion in the form of Khylee Quince, the Maori dean of law at AUT.'
Through Fire and Fury, and other similar attacks on provocative or unconventional opinions, Penfold and her fearmongering colleagues unfortunately are setting the scene for a self-fulfilling prophecy that does lead to great polarisation, and potentially more violence. The best alternatives to this are found in open dialogue, by giving the other side a chance to speak, and by avoiding name-calling and playing the argument and not the speaker, the ball, and not the man.
Its documentaries of this nature that are leading more and more New Zealanders to distrust mainstream media. As somebody who has been a very long time subscriber of the Dominion Post I have had enough of its unbalanced take on the issues on which it reports and have made the difficult decision to cancel my subscription. Stuff needs to open its eyes to the role it is playing in creating the environment that is leading to the frustration and anger that many of us are feeling. And in the interest of disclosure, I supported the March protests, I am vaccinated but respected the rights of those who chose not to be, and I am not a white supremist or right-wing extremist.
Hi would anyone have some spare lemons to help me stave off a cold..thank you cheers From Ruth
Greetings -
Today and tomorrow my favourite Indian restaurant in Wellington, which is in Newtown, is celebrating Onam (South Indian New Years) by serving a once a year feast called Sadhya. It's only $25.00 per person. The feast consists of a variety of South Indian delicacies being served… View moreGreetings -
Today and tomorrow my favourite Indian restaurant in Wellington, which is in Newtown, is celebrating Onam (South Indian New Years) by serving a once a year feast called Sadhya. It's only $25.00 per person. The feast consists of a variety of South Indian delicacies being served atop banana leaves. It is a great way to sample dishes that are not on any menus and genuine authentic.
This is a great opportunity to support our local restaurants, all of which are hurting. Call 04-380-0892 or WhatsApp 02108505055 for bookings between 1:00 and 8:00. Thank you.
Best wishes - Michael
I been looking for a back pack that has only one strap, my old one finally gave and zip came apart, I don't like normal 2 straps because one arm can't bend at the shoulder, I had jugular vein removed and some muscle tissue removed as well so the 1 strap bags are easy to use,I tried rebel,… View moreI been looking for a back pack that has only one strap, my old one finally gave and zip came apart, I don't like normal 2 straps because one arm can't bend at the shoulder, I had jugular vein removed and some muscle tissue removed as well so the 1 strap bags are easy to use,I tried rebel, the army surplus has 1 for $80,I'm hoping someone might have some ideas please?
Celebrate Spring at Upper Hutt's 21st annual Upper Hutt Spring Festival. A fun filled family day out with 200 street stalls from around the country, live entertainment, fabulous food trucks, children's rides and displays. Something for the whole family!
Saturday 10 September
9am to … View moreCelebrate Spring at Upper Hutt's 21st annual Upper Hutt Spring Festival. A fun filled family day out with 200 street stalls from around the country, live entertainment, fabulous food trucks, children's rides and displays. Something for the whole family!
Saturday 10 September
9am to 3pm
Main Street, Upper Hutt
Kora saves the day with 13c off a litre!
In a world of rising fuel prices, a hero has come to save every day! Join Kora and save a super 13 cents a litre on every fill at Waitomo until 30th November.
Kora is the Kiwi fuel payment card that saves you 10c a litre every day at Mobil and Waitomo.… View moreKora saves the day with 13c off a litre!
In a world of rising fuel prices, a hero has come to save every day! Join Kora and save a super 13 cents a litre on every fill at Waitomo until 30th November.
Kora is the Kiwi fuel payment card that saves you 10c a litre every day at Mobil and Waitomo. Fill up when you want and pay later with weekly, fortnightly or monthly billing.
With prices flying high, now’s the time to save more with 13 cents off every litre at Waitomo until 30th November. Apply today!
Today I picked heaps of parsley and made pesto, both vegan and non-vegan, I have also picked silverbeet and kale, both of which I will be giving away at the Hataitai Village market tomorrow (Saturday) 10am until 2pm. Come and enjoy homemade sweetcorn soup with homemade bread both vegan, or toasted… View moreToday I picked heaps of parsley and made pesto, both vegan and non-vegan, I have also picked silverbeet and kale, both of which I will be giving away at the Hataitai Village market tomorrow (Saturday) 10am until 2pm. Come and enjoy homemade sweetcorn soup with homemade bread both vegan, or toasted sandwich with options of onion, cheese, bacon and pesto.
157 Hataitai Rd, Hataitai
Free hot drink for Dads.
$300+ tiger worms $23. These are worms for starting or boosting your worm farm. Adults plus juveniles plus eggs.
I can give you advice about building a worm farm, maintaining it and creating 'worm tea' from your castings. Collect from Southgate thank you.
Today, St Peters Church Under Croft 1.30pm - 3pm, 211 Willis St
Come along to hear about the exciting opportunities available at Volunteer Wellington.
If you have ever thought about volunteering, this is your time to come along to listen. All welcome, followed by afternoon tea
Update a balance bike with a colourful new look with Resene paints so that it can continue to be enjoyed for years to come!
Find out how to create your own.
Makes award winning spirits. Please Phone Roy (04) 934 0470. Has re- conditioned tower. Needs new element. (New Stills sell for $1080.00
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