PAT PILCHER takes a look at the big business of Facebook scams and affiliate marketing and offers up a tip for getting those obnoxious ads off your screen.
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GARY STEEL stole a dead man’s job and kept doing it for 19 long years.
There’s Something Rotten In New Zealand
Two recent examples show New Zealand has a very long way to go in how we treat victims of sexual assault, says PAT PILCHER.
Backlash As Gillette Asks People To Be Nice
The shaving cream is flying as social media fires up over a new Gillette campaign. PAT PILCHER takes a look.
The Other (Scary) Side To Plastic Usage
We know about the damage plastic bags are causing environmentally, but what about to our health? PAT PILCHER explores the health ramifications of our plastic obsession.
When Is Recycling Not Recycling?
GARY STEEL finds that the Kaipara District Council is now refusing to accept most recyclables. Is this fair, and how are other councils around New Zealand dealing with their recycling obligations? When I moved to the Kaipara district two-and-a-half years ago it felt like a huge relief to be […]
Plastic Crap For Kids: Crime Of The Century?
Her indictment of Santa’s gifts cut like a knife. “I don’t LIKE my presents! THEY’VE got the BEST presents, and MINE are no good!” She’d been over to see the kids next door and had decided that what Santa brought her just wasn’t good enough. The two girls had each […]
A Walk Up The Garden Path…
Just how much credence should we give to recent political polls, asks PAT PILCHER.
US-China Trade War Takes A Bizarre And Worrying Turn
Huawei bans and executive arrests. Just what is going on with Trump and Huawei? PAT PILCHER casts an eye over the situation.
Air NZ, Your Latest Safety Briefing Video Just Blows
We normally love Air New Zealand’s quirky safety videos. But the latest has just got PAT PILCHER annoyed…
Can Air Travel Finally Be Guilt-free?
Travel lover PAT PILCHER gets excited about the potential for electro-aerodynamic-powered planes. Can travel finally be guilt free?
Just How Much Are We Paying For Netflix And Amazon?
New reports show Kiwis are paying more for Netflix and Amazon Prime than those in other markets. So what’s that all about? PAT PILCHER checks out the state of play.