Gambling is one thing that really riles me up. It's just a total waste of money. More often than not you are going to lose money

I can't help but feel a bit sorry for Aaron Smith. The country's media was all over Smith's toilet "romance" last week. The type

One of the most memorable moments in my journalistic career has been a photo essay shot during the Troubles in Belfast. To those

What a difference a day makes. We have gone from moral outrage to mayoral front page in two short sleeps. Finally, we have trumped

Everything in moderation. It's a common saying but I think we lose sight of the wisdom in those words too often these days. In today's

Every school kid will be offered P at some point. Meth is everywhere.

In New Zealand we are lucky enough to have a system of schooling where no one misses out. They say it is free schooling for all

If you aren't aware how uncool sugary drinks have become in recent years, I can only conclude it's because you've been hiding under

Ensuring our seniors have the security, wellbeing and respect they deserve is a priority the National-led Government is focused on

This week I met with some forward-thinking students at Otumoetai College, in an effort to encourage more participation in our democracy

I've always felt New Year's Eve to be a bit overrated. You get dressed up, drink some champagne and count down to the start of a new

I am impressed by this woman. She's a grandma and a housewife and is one of the most feared anti-Islamic State fighters in Syria. Her

There's nothing like a hot hangi on a cold winter weekend, even if it is supposed to be cafe kai served on sun-drenched sidewalks

Stuart Crosby's decision to relinquish his hold on the leadership of Tauranga was an astute decision by a man whose measured approach

I've dwelt longer on the breakup of a celebrity marriage this past week than on the plight of the African elephants, the American

The Red Party has put a big red bow on yet another one of New Zealand First's policies and tried to pass it off as their own. They

Seventy-year old Peter Marsh's vision has been declining since he moved to the Bay of Plenty from Auckland 18 months ago. His loss

Spray prickleweed please Currently council is spending an enormous amount of money upgrading the seawall from 7th Ave to Fraser St. This

Well, boo-blingin-hoo, the Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie break up has hit the headlines. But who cares? Quite a lot it seems, if

Abandoned cats should be euthanised The SPCA could go a long way towards the control of cats. The word is euthanasia. If they

Fleeing drivers could face more jail time and automatic car confiscation under recommendations from the police and Ministry of Transport. I

On the September 15, 2016, Winston Peters officially opened the newly relocated New Zealand First Tauranga electorate office at 45

Tax system needs rethink National are making the tax system more "progressive". Is that fair? Some would say if you earn and

I think we can all remember the feeling of waiting outside the exam room. And we can all agree it was a horrible time. The clammy

A mate of mine ran out of gas recently. It wasn't the type you fill up with at the bowser but the type of fuel we all need to keep

The scandal of the stripper and the Chiefs has divided opinions around the country. Every few days someone else wades into the debate

Comment: The dramatic rise in violent female offending is the context in which the recent Super Rugby stripper scandal deserves attention, and attitudes need to change.

It's all go in Tauranga for New Zealand First at the moment. Especially with our new office in the arcade at 45 Grey Street, now open

A growing economy supports more jobs and higher wages. It provides opportunities for families. And it pays for the public services

If there were ever an exception to prove the rule, it would be the "start" of spring. September 1 is a mental milestone for all