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Marcel Currin: War sure is fun when it doesn't hurt
I am not qualified to write about any of this. What do I know of war? Absolutely nothing except that it looks awesome in high definition, writes Marcel Currin.
Editorial: Strand needs own Eat Streat
There are plenty of reasons Tauranga is a great place to live. But one thing it is missing is a dedicated dining precinct, writes Amy Wiggins.
Marcel Currin: Quick to draw a Facebook following
When people do impressive things it can be tempting to assume that their skill has arrived fully formed but excellence is no accident, writes Marcel Currin.
Editorial: Council right to heed locals
The council made the sensible decision to retain the 100km/h speed limit on rural stretches of State Highway 2 between Papamoa and Paengaroa, writes Amy Wiggins.
TV's heartful dodgers in need of reality
We cherish Campbell Live as primetime's last bastion of genuine, earnest current affairs, even if we don't always watch it, writes Marcel Currin.
PM's defence of Bridges devalues principles
The manual is absolutely clear about the rules which should apply between a Cabinet minister and public servants prior to a byelection, writes John Armstrong.