True - and yet the comparisons fail. Hitler did serve his adopted country through out The first World War. By all accounts he spoke well. Finally when he lead a coup he lead it from the front. Let us hope that Trump for all the horrible things he could do does not become the same Monster.
December 30, 2024 at 6:40 PM
True - and yet the comparisons fail. Hitler did serve his adopted country through out The first World War. By all accounts he spoke well. Finally when he lead a coup he lead it from the front. Let us hope that Trump for all the horrible things he could do does not become the same Monster.
Also a nation like Guyana could possible do with the foreign income. Finally what of the families of those who died who might like to go to the place and pay homage to their memories. Surely it is the actions of the visitors that are questionable not the place.
December 30, 2024 at 6:23 PM
Also a nation like Guyana could possible do with the foreign income. Finally what of the families of those who died who might like to go to the place and pay homage to their memories. Surely it is the actions of the visitors that are questionable not the place.
Why not? History that is forgotten if often repeated, and for some people History is a presence. Being there brings it home, I've yet to see anyone complaining about the Jack the
Ripper walks in London. Or of the guided tours of the Civil War Battle Fields in the US.
Ripper walks in London. Or of the guided tours of the Civil War Battle Fields in the US.
December 30, 2024 at 6:23 PM
Why not? History that is forgotten if often repeated, and for some people History is a presence. Being there brings it home, I've yet to see anyone complaining about the Jack the
Ripper walks in London. Or of the guided tours of the Civil War Battle Fields in the US.
Ripper walks in London. Or of the guided tours of the Civil War Battle Fields in the US.
What fish is that - looks tasty.
December 30, 2024 at 6:07 PM
What fish is that - looks tasty.
If only that were true, but even in my own country I have met intelligent people who consider themselves Trump supporters. It is just something I cannot get my head around.
December 30, 2024 at 6:05 PM
If only that were true, but even in my own country I have met intelligent people who consider themselves Trump supporters. It is just something I cannot get my head around.
I hate to draw comparisons - because they are generally worthless, but your comment put me in mind of another world leader. Who was a convicted felon before he became leader, and though not a convicted rapist his adult niece did commit suicide while living in his house.
December 30, 2024 at 5:54 PM
I hate to draw comparisons - because they are generally worthless, but your comment put me in mind of another world leader. Who was a convicted felon before he became leader, and though not a convicted rapist his adult niece did commit suicide while living in his house.
Well when you own seven properties.
December 27, 2024 at 5:18 PM
Well when you own seven properties.
I've just read a Stuff article saying that the Xmas ham is good for 3 days in the fridge. I recall as a boy visiting family on a farm where the Xmas ham was kept in the pantry under a cloth - how times and hams have changed.
December 27, 2024 at 5:06 PM
I've just read a Stuff article saying that the Xmas ham is good for 3 days in the fridge. I recall as a boy visiting family on a farm where the Xmas ham was kept in the pantry under a cloth - how times and hams have changed.
Happy Christmas and a hopefully better new year than some of us will be experiencing.
December 24, 2024 at 11:24 PM
Happy Christmas and a hopefully better new year than some of us will be experiencing.
Thank-you yes for some of us it's the longest day coming up, even if its currently overcast in my small portion of the world.
December 22, 2024 at 5:33 PM
Thank-you yes for some of us it's the longest day coming up, even if its currently overcast in my small portion of the world.
I miss the Ministry of Works - they always seemed to know what they were doing.
December 21, 2024 at 7:48 PM
I miss the Ministry of Works - they always seemed to know what they were doing.
And no doubt this will be followed by another year of Luxon and her saying its all the previous Government's fault.
December 20, 2024 at 7:29 PM
And no doubt this will be followed by another year of Luxon and her saying its all the previous Government's fault.
But is it rail capable. Looks good though.
December 18, 2024 at 4:05 PM
But is it rail capable. Looks good though.
Didn't the economist Mark Blyth argue this back in 2013 in his book "Austerity: The History of a Dangerous Idea". Not that I would have expected anyone on the crown benches to have read it or anything like it.
December 17, 2024 at 10:40 AM
Didn't the economist Mark Blyth argue this back in 2013 in his book "Austerity: The History of a Dangerous Idea". Not that I would have expected anyone on the crown benches to have read it or anything like it.
I agree that the corporations have had a free ride in opening up alcohol consumption but escape the consequences of their actions. You and I were lucky to grow up in a time when there were tight restrictions on advertising of and access to alcohol.
December 15, 2024 at 7:23 PM
I agree that the corporations have had a free ride in opening up alcohol consumption but escape the consequences of their actions. You and I were lucky to grow up in a time when there were tight restrictions on advertising of and access to alcohol.
However if you compare it to other banned drugs then I would rate it with the other category C substances. In its effects on the human body it is worse than some, better than others. But like any drug it should he treated with caution and respect.
December 15, 2024 at 7:16 PM
However if you compare it to other banned drugs then I would rate it with the other category C substances. In its effects on the human body it is worse than some, better than others. But like any drug it should he treated with caution and respect.
And I agree that it is the most harmful psychoactive drug in our society because it is legal and in this modern age easily obtainable and often in a form (RTDs) that is very easy for young people to consume. But it can be argued that any substance that alters the mind should be considered toxic.
December 15, 2024 at 7:08 PM
And I agree that it is the most harmful psychoactive drug in our society because it is legal and in this modern age easily obtainable and often in a form (RTDs) that is very easy for young people to consume. But it can be argued that any substance that alters the mind should be considered toxic.
A view taking from Maidstone Park at the foot of the eastern hills looking towards Cannons point on the western side of the valley
December 15, 2024 at 6:57 PM
A view taking from Maidstone Park at the foot of the eastern hills looking towards Cannons point on the western side of the valley
The joy of being in the modern public service - 196 days to go before my terminal date. So much to do, and not enough pay days to do it in.
Though I should look at the silver lining - at least I have some warning - for many of my colleagues and other workers this would have come out of the blue.
Though I should look at the silver lining - at least I have some warning - for many of my colleagues and other workers this would have come out of the blue.
December 15, 2024 at 6:32 PM
The joy of being in the modern public service - 196 days to go before my terminal date. So much to do, and not enough pay days to do it in.
Though I should look at the silver lining - at least I have some warning - for many of my colleagues and other workers this would have come out of the blue.
Though I should look at the silver lining - at least I have some warning - for many of my colleagues and other workers this would have come out of the blue.
You should try and see the silver lining - while he's Speaker he can't be put in charge of rebuilding anything should another earthquake hit.
December 15, 2024 at 6:09 PM
You should try and see the silver lining - while he's Speaker he can't be put in charge of rebuilding anything should another earthquake hit.
Not sure if I would agree with the last statement. There are some nasty things about. But you are right we have to have these conversations with our children and we should also show by our own actions the best way. Not drunken, tobacco smoking dad telling son that Pot will fry his brain.
December 15, 2024 at 6:04 PM
Not sure if I would agree with the last statement. There are some nasty things about. But you are right we have to have these conversations with our children and we should also show by our own actions the best way. Not drunken, tobacco smoking dad telling son that Pot will fry his brain.
Saw movie "Zeppelin" back in the early 70's - this huge behemoth floating majestically towards you, thousands of feet in the air, dropping death and destruction before you. Absolute and terrifying! Except for one small design flaw - cigar any one?
December 15, 2024 at 2:39 AM
Saw movie "Zeppelin" back in the early 70's - this huge behemoth floating majestically towards you, thousands of feet in the air, dropping death and destruction before you. Absolute and terrifying! Except for one small design flaw - cigar any one?
I am no expert, but if it is Odysseus - could the man with his hands tied be Dolon the Trojan spy Odysseus and Diomedes capture - interrogate - and later kill. But if it's Dolon, where is Diomedes?
December 15, 2024 at 2:13 AM
I am no expert, but if it is Odysseus - could the man with his hands tied be Dolon the Trojan spy Odysseus and Diomedes capture - interrogate - and later kill. But if it's Dolon, where is Diomedes?
Say both the North and South Islands were joined and you costed out a highway between Wellington and Picton - based on current costs - it would be close to if not exceed the four and half billion of the ferries. And extra benefit as a road of high priority the Govt would fund it no questions asked.
December 14, 2024 at 6:42 PM
Say both the North and South Islands were joined and you costed out a highway between Wellington and Picton - based on current costs - it would be close to if not exceed the four and half billion of the ferries. And extra benefit as a road of high priority the Govt would fund it no questions asked.
That is a lovely bit of sculpture, with a wonderful backdrop.
December 14, 2024 at 6:29 PM
That is a lovely bit of sculpture, with a wonderful backdrop.