Chiefs treating mighty upset as timely reality check
Chiefs treating mighty upset as timely reality checkChiefs treating mighty upset as timely reality check[Image: Stuff.co.nz]Don’t panic. That’s Chiefs head coach Clayton McMillan’s message in the aftermath of what he labelled a reality check against the Reds on Friday night. Like stand-in captain Luke Jacobson, who was almost lost for words immediately after the match, McMillan was clearly disappointed and frustrated with their shock 25-22 loss, but was quick to point out it wasn’t necessarily a bad thing to taste defeat ahead of the looming playoffs. [Source: Stuff.co]
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May 14, 2023 00:09 UTC
Garage fire to be investigated
A garage fire in Dunedin is to be investigated. A Fire and Emergency New Zealand spokesman said crews from Roslyn and Dunedin City stations were called to reports of the blaze in Cockerell St, in the suburb of Brockville, about 11.30pm yesterday. When crews arrived, the small garage - about 2m by 4m - was well alight. A further appliance from St Kilda station was sent but stood down en-route. A fire investigator would attend today to determine the cause of the blaze, the spokesman said.
Source:Otago Daily Times
May 13, 2023 23:57 UTC
Awesome Nuggets stretch winning streak even further
The Nuggets are now 7-0 this season and stretched their winning streak in the National Basketball League to 12 games. Timmins made a lay-up and Withers hit a three to give the home side the lead. Harris hit a tough three to break the curse. Withers hit a trio of three-pointers in the final quarter and McLaughlin kept driving to the hoop and drawing fouls. The scoresOtago Nuggets 103JaQuori McLaughlin 31, Michael Harris 21Wellington Saints 94Tom Vodanovich 29, Marlon Taylor 18Quarter scores: 17-20, 52-44, 72-67.
Source:Otago Daily Times
May 13, 2023 21:36 UTC
Why ACT and the Māori Party are different from all the other political parties and Stuff journalist surprised David Seymour is smart and articulate
There is an enormous difference between ACT and the Māori Party and the rest of the political spectrum, and that is, when ACT and the Māori Party say it, they mean it. The Greens do believe the things they promise but are unfortunately so incompetent they couldn’t get laid in a monkey brothel wearing banana costumes. It’s funny that Stuff have suddenly realised David Seymour is an incredibly smart and clever Politician. Both ACT and the Māori Party are polling higher than they ever have in their political history and that in of itself speaks to the Polarisation of NZ politics. If you can’t contribute but want to help, please always feel free to share our blogs on social media
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May 13, 2023 19:43 UTC
Open mike 13/05/2023
If someone should tell you:This is not what climate crisis looks like, it’s what weather looks likeHere’s something you can say to them, politely: Weather is your mood, climate is your personality. Our planet's personality is changing, and it's not for the better.Or you could say to them, politely: This is why ...
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May 13, 2023 08:42 UTC
Let down by the system
This adds to the sense I have that those buyers have been let down by the system. This increased the supply of money, helped suppress interest rates, provided liquidity to the banking system encouraging banks to lend, thus helping drive the explosion in bank mortgage lending and house prices in 2020-2021. Statistics NZ's household living-costs price indexes rose 7.7% in the 12 months to March, with mortgage interest costs up 38%. I believe the system risks letting down many of those 2020-2021 first home buyers and we need to acknowledge that. Either way the system still feels like it needs major surgery if home ownership's to be a more sustainable and less speculative option.
Source:Stuff
May 13, 2023 07:33 UTC
Nasa balloon up, up and away
PHOTO: SHANNON THOMSONNasa's Wānaka operation has successfully launched its second super pressure balloon from the town’s airport. Nasa earlier tweeted that its team had begun inflating the super pressure balloon partially with helium before it will be released to float up into Earth’s atmosphere where it may circle the Southern Hemisphere for up to 100 days. Wānaka airport gave the all-clear to air traffic control and roads around the site have been closed. Just after midday, the super pressure balloon was in the air, climbing at approximately 1000 feet (304 metres) per minute. In a post to the Nasa Wallops Twitter account yesterday, the agency said the third launch window for the football-stadium-sized balloon would open today between 8am and 11.30am.
Source:Otago Daily Times
May 13, 2023 07:31 UTC
New Zealand’s house price crash is one for the ages
On Thursday, I reported that the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) House Price Index, which adjusts for differences in the mix of properties sold each month, fell by another 0.8% in April, and is now down 17.5% from its November 2021 peak. Separately, AMP Capital chief economist, Shane Oliver, posted the below chart on Twitter showing the extent of the price falls in an historical context:AdvertisementThe 40% run up in prices over the pandemic has been followed by the sharpest price crash in generations. Or, are “more price falls to come after a bounce as rates hikes have their lagged impact on the economy (and hence property demand and supply)”. My view is that New Zealand house prices will probably fall until the October election, after which uncertainty will lift. Thus, when the Reserve Bank does begin to ease, house prices could bounce back hard.
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May 13, 2023 04:55 UTC
Debt Ceiling Jitters
Bloomberg Television published this video item, entitled “Debt Ceiling Jitters” – below is their description. Liz Ann Sonders, Charles Schwab Chief Investment Strategist and Kristen Bitterly, Citigroup Global Markets Head of North America weigh the effect of the debt ceiling standoff on markets and draw comparisons to 2011. They also break down unique opportunities during volatility. ——–Follow Bloomberg for business news & analysis, up-to-the-minute market data, features, profiles and more: http://www.bloomberg.comConnect with us on…Twitter: https://twitter.com/businessFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bloombergbusinessInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloombergbusiness/Bloomberg Television YouTube Channel
Source:New Zealand Herald
May 13, 2023 00:15 UTC
Vinnie Jones Throws Himself Into Work After Wife's Death
Cover Images/Carlos Diaz/INFPhoto.com CelebrityFour years after losing Tanya Jones to cancer in 2019, the 58-year-old former footballer-turned-actor admits he will never overcome the 'traumatic reality' of her passing. May 12, 2023AceShowbiz - Vinnie Jones says his spirit is "broken" following the death of his wife four years ago. The 58-year-old former footballer-turned-actor lost Tanya Jones to cancer in 2019, and he has now admitted he will never overcome the "traumatic reality" of her passing. He told New Zealand's Stuff.co.nz, "[I] still can't "f**king comprehend that I'm going to bed on my own tonight. Vinnie, who is hosting New Zealand reality TV series "Tracked", admitted he would "drown" if he didn't throw himself into work.
Source:Stuff
May 12, 2023 18:39 UTC
Controversy apart, Adele James's depiction of Queen Cleopatra is the best thing about the documentary, say netizens
The docu-series, Queen Cleopatra streaming on OTT since May 10 has been mired in controversy in Egypt, ever since its release. A local lawyer there has sued the OTT platform on which it is streaming for showing Cleopatra as black. Who will tell Egyptians Egypt is in Africa not Europe?”Another influencer, Mike Gibbs with 30k followers was similarly outraged. “Queen Cleopatra was a Black woman. The… doc "Queen Cleopatra" is by far the best I've seen yet.
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May 12, 2023 12:36 UTC
Vinnie Jones 'broken inside' following death of wife Tanya Jones
Vinnie Jones says his spirit is "broken" following the death of his wife four years ago. He told New Zealand's Stuff.co.nz: "[I] still can't "f****** comprehend that I’m going to bed on my own tonight. "It can't be a hidden secret in the closet like, 'Don’t f****** tell the neighbours.' 'I’m going to see my psychologist.' "In December 2020, Vinnie admitted he speaks to his late wife every morning.
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May 12, 2023 06:20 UTC
Robertson pledges to invest in climate infrastructure
The Government will continue to invest in infrastructure to make the economy more resilient to extreme weather, even as budgets are being reined in elsewhere. Robertson said Budget 2023 would include funding for more investment in the infrastructure rebuild from cyclone and floods, as well as “national resilience projects” to protect communities from future risks. “Decades of failing to maintain and enhance our infrastructure has been exacerbated by failing to plan and build for population growth. Robertson said it was the Finance Minister’s job was to invest for the future and provide core services, while maintaining enough room on the balance sheet to respond to crises. Government finances were currently in a position that allowed investment in infrastructure, while supporting the most vulnerable members of society.
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May 12, 2023 04:13 UTC
'Like a horror film': Muttonbirds fall from the sky
Garston business owner Robert Durling holds some of the muttonbirds he helped rescue in the area yesterday morning, following a major storm. PHOTOS: DOUG BROEKSTRASnow was falling, the wind was howling, and muttonbirds were falling out of the sky. Garston business owner Robert Durling said it was like a scene out of a horror movie when dozens of muttonbirds started crashing into his roof and nearby trees on Wednesday night. "To be fair, it was really weird — a bit like a horror film, to be honest. Mr Durling and his wife Kylie Sutton started collecting the birds and putting them in a sheltered place.
Source:Otago Daily Times
May 12, 2023 00:52 UTC