Wednesday, 16 August 2023 11:55

Don't forget!

Written by The Hound

font size decrease font size increase font size
Print
Email

OPINION: Yours truly sees that the political phoenix that is Winston Peters is again trying to make a return to parliament.

Peters recently unveiled NZ First's slogan for this year's election... 'Take our country back'.

I am sure many readers would like Peters to 'take our country back' to September 2017 when he signed up with Labour and started the train wreck of the past 6 years.

While the wily old campaigner would like to downplay his part in creating the mess we now have running the joint, it is actually his fault entirely and this should not be forgotten.

More like this

New Order

OPINION: If old Winston Peters thinks building trade relations with new nations, such as India, isn't a necessary investment in our future, he has rocks in his head.

Indian FTA

OPINION: Winston Peters' tirade against the free trade deal stitched with India may not be all political posturing by the wily politician.

Where is Luxon?

OPINION: Why can't Christopher Luxon stand up to Winston Peters over the latter’s high-profile attack on the proposed Indian FTA?

OPINION: After seven years of Adrian Orr’s antics as Reserve Bank NZ governor, the priority of his successor, Anna Breman, surely is rebuilding the tarnished reputation of the RBNZ, not stepping on the Foreign Minister’s toes by commenting on US domestic politics.

Winston Peters' FTA attacks 'just dog whistling' - Jacobi

International trade expert Stephen Jacobi says Winston Peters' objections to the Indian free trade deal are "ridiculous".

Featured

Autumn Vegetables Take Centre Stage with 5+ A Day

The 5+ A Day Charitable Trust has launched a collection of affordable recipes designed to turn everyday vegetables into seasonal stars.

Jane Mellsop Appointed to New Zealand Meat Board Bringing Global Trade Expertise

Jane Mellsopp has been confirmed as the new Government Appointee to the New Zealand Meat Board (NZMB).

Entries Open for Rabobank Good Deeds Community Hub Competition

To celebrate the tenth anniversary of its annual Good Deeds competition, Rabobank will give away $100,000 to improve rural community hubs, schools, clubrooms, and marae across New Zealand.

Shoof International Appoints Michaela Dumper as New CEO

Agricultural and veterinary product supplier Shoof International has appointed Michaela Dumper as its new chief executive.

Federated Farmers Celebrates KiwiSaver Rule Change for Young Farmers Buying First Home or Farm

Federated Farmers is celebrating following the Government's announcement that young farmers will be able to use their KiwiSaver funds to buy their first home or farm.

Meat Industry Association CEO to Step Down

The Meat Industry Association of New Zealand (MIA) today announced that Chief Executive Officer Sirma Karapeeva has resigned from the role.

National

EPA Approves Beetle to Tackle Chilean Flame Creeper

Environment Southland is welcoming this week’s decision by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) to approve the release of Blaptea elguetai, a…

Government Declares Medium-Scale Adverse Weather Event in Bay of Plenty, Gisborne/Tairāwhiti, and Canterbury

Recent weather events in the Bay of Plenty, Gisborne/Tairawhiti, and Canterbury have been declared a medium-scale adverse event.

Pay Equity Crucial for Rural Communities - RWNZ

Rural Women New Zealand (RWNZ) says it welcomes the release of a new report into pay equity.

Red Meat Exports Deliver $1.4bn in Tariff Savings Across EU, UK and US Quota Markets

Red meat exports to key quota markets enjoyed $1.4 billion in tariff savings in the 2024-25 financial year.

Remediation NZ Fined $71k Over Compost Site Odours

Remediation NZ (RNZ) has been fined more than $71,000 for discharging offensive odours described by neighbours as smelling like ‘faecal and pig effluent’ from its compositing site near Uruti in North Taranaki.

Machinery & Products

Kioti and Naïo Technologies Form Strategic Partnership to Develop New Agricultural Robot

Korean company Kioti reports that its European division and French company Naïo Technologies have formed a strategic partnership to develop…

Pöttinger Marks 25 Years in Seeding with Innovation from VITASEM to TERRASEM

Austrian manufacturer Pöttinger previously focused on grassland equipment then entered the arable sector with its acquisition of “Bayerische Pflugfabrik Landsberg”- the…

Carrfields Appointed New Authorised Fendt IDEAL Combine Dealer Across New Zealand

Ashburton based Carrfields has announced its appointment as the new authorised Fendt IDEAL combine harvester dealer across New Zealand with…

Fieldays Innovation Awards 2026 Call for Entries Across Primary Sector

The New Zealand National Fieldays Society is calling for entries to the 2026 Fieldays Innovation Awards, with successful applicants showcased during…

Claas Jaguar 1000 and Orbis 10500 Win ASABE Innovation Awards

After its flagship 1200 model set a Guiness World Record in forage harvesting, mopping up 4096 tonnes of whole crop…

» Latest Print Issues Online

Visit archives

» Connect with Rural News

RSS Facebook Twitter

Don't forget!

More like this

New Order

Indian FTA

Where is Luxon?

Too political!

Winston Peters' FTA attacks 'just dog whistling' - Jacobi

Popular Reads

Fonterra confirms timeline for Lactalis deal and $2-per-share capital return

Hawke’s Bay Apple Grower Taylor Corporation Reports Standout 2026 Season Boosting Industry Optimism

Canterbury arable farmers face heavy losses after stormy January wreaks havoc

Northland Field Days promise unforgettable 40th anniversary Celebration

Formula goes sour

Featured

Autumn Vegetables Take Centre Stage with 5+ A Day

Jane Mellsop Appointed to New Zealand Meat Board Bringing Global Trade Expertise

Entries Open for Rabobank Good Deeds Community Hub Competition

Shoof International Appoints Michaela Dumper as New CEO

Federated Farmers Celebrates KiwiSaver Rule Change for Young Farmers Buying First Home or Farm

Meat Industry Association CEO to Step Down

National

EPA Approves Beetle to Tackle Chilean Flame Creeper

Government Declares Medium-Scale Adverse Weather Event in Bay of Plenty, Gisborne/Tairāwhiti, and Canterbury

Pay Equity Crucial for Rural Communities - RWNZ

Red Meat Exports Deliver $1.4bn in Tariff Savings Across EU, UK and US Quota Markets

Remediation NZ Fined $71k Over Compost Site Odours

Machinery & Products

Kioti and Naïo Technologies Form Strategic Partnership to Develop New Agricultural Robot

Pöttinger Marks 25 Years in Seeding with Innovation from VITASEM to TERRASEM

Carrfields Appointed New Authorised Fendt IDEAL Combine Dealer Across New Zealand

Fieldays Innovation Awards 2026 Call for Entries Across Primary Sector

Claas Jaguar 1000 and Orbis 10500 Win ASABE Innovation Awards

» Latest Print Issues Online

The Hound

Penny Pinching

New Order

» Connect with Rural News

» eNewsletter