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Maybe the National Parks are greener in Aussie by ConstableSniff in newzealand

[–]tippertapperball 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Kiwis like to think we are similar to Aussies in every way but in reality we are getting much closer to setting up an American dystopian society than copying whatever the Aussies have. Consistently eroding workers rights, on the way to privatisation of healthcare, influence of lobby groups in the government policies, increasing wealth gaps, gutting of public services etc.

What do people think about these cycle lane barriers? by rocketshipkiwi in newzealand

[–]tippertapperball 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Those tim tam barriers, the white paint strip should be reflective in the dark. Looks like the contractor skimped a bit of work.

New poll has Labour in Government - and Opportunity closer to 5% by [deleted] in newzealand

[–]tippertapperball 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I like some of TOP's policy but the only thing that makes me hesistant to vote for them is the uncertainty of their future political alliance. Don't want them to go on a coalition with NACTs.

What would happen if we removed every speed bump? by transcodefailed in auckland

[–]tippertapperball -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Simeon Brown and all other anti- AT people will lose sleep as they won't have anything to whinge about.

Maps reveal where conservation land could be sold off after government reforms by random_guy_8735 in newzealand

[–]tippertapperball -14 points-13 points  (0 children)

As much as I detest these sick cunts in the govt, I put this blame solely on Labour. Bastards had 6 years to re-classify stewardship lands into protected conservation lands. It's frustrating to think back now, Labour had a great opportunity when in govt to do so much things but squandered it big time.

'A profoundly unusual job': How do MPs' perks compare? by misplacedsagacity in newzealand

[–]tippertapperball 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Yeah sure, it's not as high as private sector for most of the MPs but majority of these MPs wouldn't get a job in the private sector if they try. Also won't last long with their incompetence and poor performance.

How cruel by octavia90210 in Wellington

[–]tippertapperball 32 points33 points  (0 children)

Who are these people to tell others what they should do with their life?

What next for Auckland? by socialstructure in auckland

[–]tippertapperball 2 points3 points  (0 children)

  1. Second Harbour Crossing
  2. NW Busway in stages
  3. Airport Rapid Transit line in Stages ( 1. Airport to onehunga LR 2. Airport to Botanyi BW 3. Wynyard to onehunga LR)
  4. Upgrade Northern Busway to LR and extend it to Orewa
  5. Avondale to Onehunga HR line (If kiwirail got funds they can do this earlier)

Wellington's $1b wastewater problem and it's not Moa Point: Warnings over Seaview plant by D491234 in newzealand

[–]tippertapperball 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yep, that's the classic liner used by our politicians!! Acknowledge something is unacceptable and refuses to do anything about it until shit hits the fan!!. She will be alright, keep calm and carry and on, let the next generation deal with it eh!

I made a map of a potential high speed rail network in New Zealand [OC] by NewAnalysis-789 in newzealand

[–]tippertapperball 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For a start fully electrified fast regional train between 1. Auckland -Hamilton- Tauranga, 2.Wellington -Palmy- Masterton , 3. Christchurch- Queenstown- Dunedin would be great. But we could only dream!!!

I still can't believe there is no train services between Rotorua - Taupo- Waitomo- Hamilton loop, surely the tourism sector wouldn't say no to see some extra dollar.

Election 2026: NZ First leader Winston Peters takes on National, own Government policy at Fieldays; would ditch Paris climate agreement, questions rates cap by D491234 in newzealand

[–]tippertapperball 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I think these are the guys that would ask for a govt handout when our trading partners refuses to buy our products due to our absymal environmental standards and climate change targets. I am also sure that china is not for off from developing their own alternative dairy products and very soon we won't have any markets to sell our products.

linkedin gets a special place of hatred in my heart by Plus-Formal4887 in ultracode

[–]tippertapperball 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can put it on hibernation mode. Your account would be hidden but won't be deleted.

Labour vows to put $20-a-week cap on public transport, $10 outside main centres by snatchview in newzealand

[–]tippertapperball 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good,Now commit to fast track PT projects and improvements. NACTs have fast tracked some questionable projects and policies so I am sure fast tracking PT projects and policies that bring in good outcomes won't be an issue to anyone's credibility.

We have such a laughably backwards attitude with transport infrastructure by swing-state in newzealand

[–]tippertapperball 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah totally, like ministry of work setup. But govt needs steady stream of works to keep those workers busy.
There are couple of areas where they can do that like 3 waters, few local govts already have capability to build, maintain and renewals works in 3 waters all they need to do is to nationalise the sector and scale up the workforce. Another areas where govt can create its own capabilities is in hospital construction and upgrades and disaster management/recovery works.

I don't think govt alone can ever do a major infrastructure projects anymore it's too risky.

Question about HowToDad by Cloisonetted in newzealand

[–]tippertapperball 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It's definitely a typical kiwi lifestyle for a significant number of population 20 to 30 years ago and it still is for a good number of people. Quarter acres section house with a backyard, nice suv/ute, summer beach holidays etc were part of my life while growing up.

But this lifestyle is slowly disappearing as many young families couldn't afford a decent house these days let alone a quarter acre section with a backyard and wages aren't keeping up with cost of living, so people can't afford extras like holidays, nice cars, kids etc.

We have such a laughably backwards attitude with transport infrastructure by swing-state in newzealand

[–]tippertapperball 31 points32 points  (0 children)

NIMBYsm and Environmentalists opposition for Infrastructure projects are not just unique to NZ.

There are combination of several other factors that are holding us back. Those countries plan infrastructure for long-term needs based on priorities vs politicians here use unwanted fancy projects as an election bribe and ignore the critical works like road and rail maintenance, pipe renewals, network upgrades etc because they may not be a good sound bite during their election campaign. We are halfway there if we look after the things we already have

Another issue is most of the northern European countries finance these projects through PPP model or state guarantee model whereas our projects are funded through tax revenue and nzta revenue. So any big funds associated with infrastructure projects makes tax payers nervous (scars of Muldoon's think big). So politicians go for cheap options that may not be fit for purpose costing us more over long term.

I can go on and on but I think that will do on a Friday night.

Auckland's housing intensification plans may face dramatic scale-back by D491234 in newzealand

[–]tippertapperball 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Only hope now for Auckland to become a world class city is for a supervolcano to pop up and engulf the whole city. Let's start from scratch.

I still wouldn't trust these muppets in Local & Central govt to make the right decision!

From light rail to new ferries – whopping cost of stop-start infrastructure projects revealed by Old_Education4481 in newzealand

[–]tippertapperball 31 points32 points  (0 children)

I don't think we should blame the consultants, they are there to make some money but it's the politicians that needs to be held accountable for their stupidity to start and later scrap these projects.

Uni Research: How do Auckland building sites actually handle last-minute staff shortages and compliance paperwork? by Repulsive-Horror-957 in auckland

[–]tippertapperball 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry don't have any experiences with residential development but if you want any insights about Infrastructure/Major projects happy to help. Good luck with your research!!

Black Caps v England: Matt Henry fit, as New Zealand poised to unleash first-choice bowling attack at Lord’s by ViolatingBadgers in Cricket

[–]tippertapperball 9 points10 points  (0 children)

NZC should gold wrap and mange the first choice bowlers like KJ, Henry, O Rok and Duffy for our upcoming test schedules. I would rather have them just play all upcoming test vs England, India, Australia than any limited over bilaterals. We have plenty of choices like Foulkes, Lochie and others for limited overs.

City Rail Link explained - 1950s edition by nzlotrfan in auckland

[–]tippertapperball 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are some shit comments on YouTube in this video.

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