Entanglement: ebook set in Wellington and the Philipines
In case any public servants out there are interested.
By Tim McIvor, Ngaio
Buy on Amazon Australia.
Book overview
Entanglement is a contemporary novel that inhabits the world of international relations, politics and diplomacy.
It takes the reader behind the scenes, proving insights to the realities of ministers, bureaucrats and diplomats in action. In this unashamedly old-fashioned, fast-paced romp, we find cynicism, naivete, political and personal ambition, utter self-interest, sexism, prejudice, greed and ruthlessness. As well, sometimes, genuine commitment to the greater good, kindness and a wholesome consideration of others.
The novel is set in Wellington, New Zealand; the Philippines; and Canberra, Australia. The main plot revolves around a kidnaping that occurs in the margins of an international conference, and the dramatic part of the story takes place in the hurly-burly of Mindanao, in the southern Philippines.
The characters are kept alive in a sea of tongue-in-cheek, observational and at times, dark humor. Personal and official relationships are complicated, and often indecipherable.
Whether it be the organization required to bring world leaders to an international meeting; delivering official development assistance to plantation forestry, where divergent interests and complex politics abound; or securing the release of hostages from the grasp of kidnappers, the main characters are connected in a tangle of opposing forces and motivations.
Poll: If we want to reduce speeding, what do you think actually changes driver behaviour? 🛻🚨🚓
In the Post's article on speeding penalties, the question is asked whether speeding fines are truly about road safety, or are they just a way to boost revenue for the Crown?
What do you think? Should speeding motorists receive speeding fines or demerit points?
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30.2% The sting of a fine (Money talks!)
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69.8% The threat of demerit points (Nobody wants to lose their license!)
Hand made pasta for sale
Hi, my husband Nicola is from Sardinia Italy and is a chef. He makes the most amazing food and is wanting to help my son raise money for his first trip to Australia.
So he will be making fettuccine, orecchiette and gnocchi .
He will also make his absolutely delicious tomato pasta sauce to accompany the pasta.
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These will be available to buy fresh or frozen. Please message me to arrange . Delivery available or pick up fraser ave Johnsonville.
Prices:
Pasta is $10 for 250 grams (serves 2)
Pasta sauce small $5 (serves 2)
Poll: Are you still heading to your local for your caffeine fix, or has the $$ changed your habits? ☕
Wellington’s identity is built on its cafe culture, but with costs climbing, that culture is under pressure. We’ve seen the headlines about recent closures, and it’s a tough pill to swallow along with a $6+ coffee.
We all want our favourite spots to stay open, but we also have to balance our own budgets ⚖️
We want to know: How are you handling the "coffee math" in 2026? Are you still heading to your local for a chat and a caffeine fix, or has the cost of living changed your habits?
Keen to read more about "coffee math"? The Post has you covered.
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46.2% I avoid spending money on coffee
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44.2% I still indulge at my local cafe
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9.6% Irrelevant - coffee is not for me
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