Siouxsie Wiles says online threats persist years after pandemic

Convictions related to the case could result in penalties of up to 10 years in prison and fines reaching €1 million. Employment reviews and potential criminal investigations are ongoing, raising questions about accountability and transparency.

“Let me tell you, if the bill can’t be fixed up, it won’t be going ahead.”

More than half of the job listings are now concentrated in Auckland, a sign of shifting economic focus. Observers noted that perceptions of key figures have become polarized, with some describing their actions as Machiavellian.

The divide appears less about whether TPM’s conduct has been chaotic, and more about who has failed the public most — the party itself or the media institutions covering it.

“It’s incredibly difficult to get your head around what basically spiritual concepts [are doing] inside a regulatory scientific regime.”

Resignation sparks debate

Her resignation reopened a debate on whether women in politics are more often undermined by bias or by performance issues. Many are also questioning to what extent emotional or reputational harm should influence accountability standards.

Media credibility under scrutiny

By omitting Paul Stevens’ activist past, The Press effectively transformed a partisan viewpoint into what appeared to be an objective authority. Such actions highlight how selective framing, not only outright falsehoods, contributes to declining public trust in media.

New Zealanders’ skepticism toward journalism stems not just from fabricated stories but from how narratives are presented and the motives behind them.

Author’s summary

The article explores political accountability, media bias, and gender prejudice in New Zealand, revealing how distorted coverage erodes public confidence and fuels ongoing divisions.

Centrist — 2025-11-07