We are relatively remote and affordable air connections are essential.

It has been a strange fortnight between me and the birds.

Democracy can only work when those elected listen to the population.

This is about our economy and for growth to occur, we do need a strong housing market.

Politicians need to band together to fix housing issues

Labour can be heard loud and clear

The pressure is now on Ms Ardern to lift Labour significantly in the polls.

It's time to stop passing the buck and start drilling.

Hugh Baird was never one to stand for any nonsense, in war or peace.

Labour was founded on a wave of principle, but waves break and run shallow into shore.

Has Jacinda got what it takes to lead Labour to victory?

Do it once and do it right.

Kelvin Davis personifies the mana in which our Māori caucus is held by the Labour Party.

It'll take a lot more than witch hunts and voodoo economics to exorcise rugby's demons.

Fantastic group ensures perfectly good edibles aren't wasted

Catching up on GoT almost a part-time job.

What Metiria did is bravely put her reputation on the line.

Whether this change will help Labour's chances remains to be seen.

When our professional working class cannot afford housing, we have a problem.

Havelock North shoplifting

There are reasons why there has been no cry of indignation from union.

Not living in the Tukituki electorate could come back to bite National candidate.

Rare display of co-operation between twin cities in 1920s.

Visitors can truly connect with a new installation at the MTG

Isn't it about time we started looking at another option where all farmers could benefit?

Round-up of the week's racing.

Good ideas not well planned.

Building a strong relationship with council to avoid being prosecuted is missing the point

Home-made "synnies" can be deadly.

Tiger Woods, Ronda Rousey, Michael Phelps' cases are aired but so many live with bullying.