Between a"gaggle of gays" and John Key

New Zealand politics is certainly getting very amusing.  We have had various controversies within the Labour Party as well as the National Party. Is Phil Goff capable of running a country?  John Key, in my view, has failed and is now trying hard to increase the GDP by any means.  But, is that what prime ministerialship is all about...increasing GDP of the country during one's term of premiership? But at what expense?  What if the actual repercussions of the decision of a premier's economic/trade policy is only evident later after his or her end of premiership..who then pays for the mistake?  This is exactly what happened in Ireland...the people of Ireland are now paying for the mistakes of its premiers earlier mistakes.

Phil Goff, in my view, has not shown any substance in respect of his credibility to steer his party caucus towards long lasting leadership.Should Helen Clark return to the Labour Party ?

Lets hope that New Zealand learns from the recent disaster in Japan

The recent disaster in Japan is horrifying. Imagine being struck by an earthquake, tsunami and threat of radioactive leak at the same time !!  Our thoughts and sympathy goes for our Japanese brothers and sisters and everyone else there.

Lets just hope that New Zealand will maintain its nuclear-free status  for many years to come until we have the expertise to handle any mishap that may arise from it. Lets also hope that Kiwis will stand together as one in this respect.

Kudos to Bob Parker !

The Mayor of Christchurch, Bob Parker has gained the admiration of the Kiwis again. He has proved that he is the best man elected by the people for the people. It is amazing how tirelessly and earnestly he works to bring Christchurch back on its foot. I hope Cantabrians share the same view. If they do, Bob Parker definitely deserves some formal recognition.

On the positive note

Again about Canterbury and Kiwis.

It is really uplifting to see that Kiwis are doing all they can to support the earth quake victims in Canterbury. Donations are pouring in, people are offering their homes to those who are homeless, adopting families, groups organising fund raising activities and more.

I am actually from Malaysia. I came to New Zealand in 2002 and since then New Zealand has and will always be my home. This event that had just taken place in Canterbury has made me realise how special and different Kiwis are, and how lucky I am to be here. The best thing I have ever done in my life was migrating to New Zealand.

I now feel so much a Kiwi than a Malaysian. I only wish that people around the world can see how special New Zealanders are.