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Underarm

Seismic shift in Australian politics as One Nation surges

ANALYSIS: Pauline Hanson’s populist party is aiming to reshape Australian politics and become the natural opposition to Labor. While it is riding high now, it remains to be seen if it can be a sustainable force.

Lachlan Colquhoun Wed, 25 Mar 2026

Underarm

Aussie coalition turmoil feeds the rise of the far right

Underarm

Australia fractures in aftermath of Bondi massacre

Australia

The year Aussie conservatives hit rock bottom

Underarm

Albanese gets a big welcome and survives the Trump test

Thoughts on systems of power: Part 3 - What about the burqa?

Hunter’s Corner

PGG Wrightson plumbs new depths

It’s hard to see what good can come of the boardroom blitz at PGG Wrightson.

Tim Hunter Fri, 17 Oct 2025

Edwards on Politics

When it comes to local elections, the smaller the better

ANALYSIS: The smallest council had the largest turnout of voters, while Auckland’s turnout was the lowest.

Brent Edwards Thu, 16 Oct 2025

Margin Call

The investment wardrobe – why diversification is always in style

ANALYSIS: Is AI a structural foundation for long-term returns, or simply the accessory currently drawing all the attention?

Lewis Fowler Tue, 14 Oct 2025

Shoeshine

Political will required to stimulate NZ’s capital markets

ANALYSIS: The flurry of takeovers and dearth of new listings shows bold action is needed from policy makers.

Nicholas Pointon Mon, 13 Oct 2025

Economy Matters

Retirement funding a slow unfolding crisis

ANALYSIS: The average KiwiSaver balance for people approaching retirement is often well below the amount needed to fund a ‘comfortable’ or even a ‘no-frills’ retirement lifestyle, alongside NZ Super.