What is the best quote of the year?
Massey University's top 10 quotes of the year
“Because we can't get on each other's nerves if we're dancing constantly.” – The Buchanan family in their music video that went viral during lockdown
* “When my eyebrow goes up, it’s a joke." – Judith Collins on how people can tell whether she is joking or being serious
* “I am the orange face you can trust." – Orange-fronted parakeet requesting votes in Bird of the Year competition
* “There are no new cases of Covid-19 to report in New Zealand today.” – Dr Ashley Bloomfield at press conferences throughout the year
* “The Aussies can have Russell Crowe, but they can’t have our buzzy bee.” – Simon Beattie after The Crown shifted the New Zealand buzzy bee scene to Australia
* “Let it be known these tears are not for you.” – Sara Qasem speaking to the Christchurch Mosque gunman in her victim impact statement
* “I did a little dance.” – Jacinda Ardern when asked how she reacted when New Zealand had zero active cases of Covid-19 for the first time
* “You're on mute.” – Most New Zealanders on Zoom from March 2020 onwards
* “Put your jazz cabbage away people.” – Hilary Barry on referendum results showing New Zealanders voted against legalising cannabis
* “It really highlights how three-ply soft we've become as a species.” – psychology professor Marc Wilson on stockpiling toilet paper during lockdown
Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.
How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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28.2% With a city-wide public fireworks display
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21.1% Small fireworks displays in each community
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7.3% Keep it as is
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31.5% We shouldn't celebrate it!
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11.4% Anything but fireworks
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0.6% Other - I'll share below
Winner winner!
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Not a winner this week? There's always next week!
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