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Auckland's Latest Stadium Saga
Council infighting has seen the owners of Auckland FC withdraw their proposal for a new stadium at Western Springs. Whilst public feedback didn't pick a…
Jul 20
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Philip Crump
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Chinese Ambassador Warns of Bullying Behaviour
The Ambassador echoed criticism by the Chinese Foreign Minister about the international rules-based order but believes that momentum towards a…
Jul 18
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Philip Crump
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Australian PM Albanese Walks Diplomatic Tightrope
Anthony Albanese is in China chasing trade deals as Australia undertakes its largest ever military exercise aimed at countering Chinese aggression.
Jul 15
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Philip Crump
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America's Rare Earth Renaissance
Six months into Trump's second term, rare earth minerals are at the centre of his Administration's approach to foreign policy.
Jul 11
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Philip Crump
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June 2025
Antarctic Ambitions: China’s Expansion and New Zealand’s Scott Base Redevelopment
As New Zealand moves forward with the redevelopment of Scott Base, China has submitted plans for its sixth station on the continent.
Jun 29
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Philip Crump
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The Strategic Power of Long Range Strikes
Operation Midnight Hammer brings to mind another long-range bombing campaign that demonstrated the power of strategic resolve.
Jun 25
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Philip Crump
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Operation Midnight Hammer: US Strikes on Iran
Yesterday, the US President Donald Trump took decisive action against Iran.
Jun 22
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Philip Crump
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NZME Shareholder Meeting; RNZ Corrects the Record
After a two hour shareholder meeting, NZME has a refreshed Board which includes the newly elected Steven Joyce and Jim Grenon.
Jun 3
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Philip Crump
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Social Media and Sovereignty
Pavel Durov's clashes with the French state highlight the role of social media in modern democracies.
Jun 1
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Philip Crump
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May 2025
Former Dominion Editor: 'Fed up with the bias'
Karl du Fresne expresses his frustration with the decline in editorial standards.
May 21
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Philip Crump
43
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A postcard from Auckland
sent with thanks and gratitude
May 20
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Philip Crump
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Election Lessons from Abroad
The recent general elections in Australia and Canada provide some lessons for our own politicians.
May 19
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Philip Crump
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