Doubtless most Kiwis think Donald Trump's run for United States president is a joke. But he's the Republican frontrunner, riding a huge wave of populism, writes Bruce Bisset.

Another death at another deadly intersection and next came the predictable baying from the public to do something about it.

Somehow we have fallen for the American-driven model of economics that insists on consumption despite all costs, writes Bruce Bisset.

Mark Story writes: In sporting circles, the advent of match day rain is unwaveringly referred to as "the great leveller".

It is clear that even though a large majority of people have rejected the amalgamation model, there is still a sizeable group who believe things need to be done differently.