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Government attempts to control the narrative: Part 1
Recent Government attempts to control the narrative may explain, partly, why trust in the media is declining.
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Reduction in prisoners may be a pyrrhic victory for Labour
A drop in prisoner numbers is being sold as good, but once you put it into context…
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Government directly censoring social media
In a bid for transparency, Twitter CEO Elon Musk has been releasing files concerning the influence of outside actors on Twitter’s internal behavior in moderating content.
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When Government gets involved, IT costs skyrocket
3 Waters needs big money for an IT system. While INZ and Ports of Auckland IT rollouts have been mired, IR’s rollout has been smooth as…
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Labour’s proposed unemployment scheme may be on the chopping block
The pricey scheme may be on the chopping block as Labour tries to tighten up its finances in anticipation of the 2023 election.
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Three Waters: How will it be governed?
Hint: Not democratically.
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Government failed to manage perceived conflicts of interest in awarding contracts to Mahuta’s family
No evidence of wrongdoing and no vindication either.
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Chief Ombudsman raises another OIA investigation
“If there is any ministerial interference, gaming or unnecessary consultations or sign-offs taking place, especially for what could be described as high risk or sensitive requests, this needs to be stopped.”