Well there goes another week. This week seemed to pass even faster than last; I’m wondering whether it’s the gale force winds.I’ve been getting close up to the machinery of NZ Government this week weaving my way between ministerial office politics and... It’s been a while since I’ve had a moan about the weather but this time the kiwis are at it too. A massive southerly has blown in and causing gale force winds and snow in the high country. Flights and ferries are being cancelled at Wellington airport which... As if the internet and satelite TV doesn’t offer enough entertainment variety, listening to podcasts is the latest craze to befall our house. Boosted by the fact MT got his own iPod for his birthday we’ve not got it set up on the laptop as well and... Tonight the NZ clocks go forward an hour to summer time. This is a symbolic moment much wanted by those who are starting to experience SAD. Apart from the physiological and psychological effects, there are some practical issues that readers should take into... It’s appropriate as I start work at the Ministry of Social Development that I share with you New Zealand’s defining moment rated number three from their top 20 list.NZ has an international reputation for progressive social policy – the Social Security Act of... 