REPORT: Toxic Political Work Culture Could Be Caused By “All The Lying And Backstabbing”
WHO KNEW?
A groundbreaking new report has found that the hidden cause of the toxic work culture within New Zealand’s parliament could be “all the lying and backstabbing”.
The independent report was commissioned by concerned citizens following the demise of Kiri Allan’s career, which came to a dramatic head this week, apparently due to unaddressed mental health issues.
Palmerston North Mayor Dusts Off The Old “Great Place To Raise A Family” Line
TAKING BACK THE NARRATIVE.
In response to recent reports of the Spain Women’s football team leaving their base in Palmerston North during the Women’s World Cup, citing boredom with the city, the Mayor of Palmerston North has dusted off the old adage that the city may be perceived as boring but remains a great place to raise a family.
The news of the Spanish team’s early departure from Palmy due to boredom has garnered mixed reactions from the city’s residents. While some are surprised that the city’s lack of excitement has become a talking point on the international stage, others are more understanding of the athletes’ point of view.
Local Dad Keen For All Blacks But Struggling With The Late Kickoff
NEED A COFFEE.
A 35-year-old dad from Palmerston North is currently locked in a personal test of stamina, as he prepares to support his beloved All Blacks tonight.
The late kickoff time of 9.45 pm, due to the ridiculous time difference with Australia, is proving to be quite the hurdle for this dedicated dad.
SELECTIVE SHARING: Bloke Quick To Boast About His TAB Wins Conveniently Makes No Mention Of Losses
ROSEMARY ABBOTT | Sport DAILY BOAST Josh Edwards, 28, comes across like he could make a stable career out of TAB sports betting. According to what he posts to his Facebook group chat with old high school friends, the carpenter from Nelson seems to only ever win when it comes to sports betting. “BOOM! Another […]
HISTORY LESSON: 20 Year-Old Australian Learns The Wallabies Once Held The Bledisloe Cup
MYTHS AND LEGENDS.
20-year-old Lochie Gardner from the Tuggeranong Valley in Australia, recently discovered an astonishing piece of sports history: the Wallabies once held the Bledisloe Cup.
Little did Gardner know that a couple of decades ago, in the year 2002, the Wallabies managed to get their hands on the illustrious Bledisloe Cup. “It’s mind-boggling, maaate! I couldn’t believe it when I found out,” exclaimed Gardner, wiping the dust off a history book that was older than he was.
Smug Wellingtonian Insists Their Coffee “Can’t Be Beat”
JUST LIKE A GOOD DAY.
Zeb Dustow, a self proclaimed coffee aficionado has constantly spread the gospel of Wellington’s coffee culture.
The 31 year-old has long held the belief that Wellington has the best coffee in the country, if not the world.
Dustow, who often grabs a morning coffee on the way to his start-up tech job in the Wellington CBD, would likely be offended by the mere suggestion that another place or city could rival any coffee made in Wellington.
Literally Just Sugar And Egg Whites Combined Causes Ongoing Trans-Tasman Feud
MADE IN NZ.
The Pavlova has been the cause of a culinary cold war between Australia and New Zealand for a number of decades now.
However as time goes on it comes across as more pathetic given that it’s effectively an ongoing debate about who combined sugar and egg whites together first, with both countries claiming to possess some sort of secret family recipe, handed down through generations.
MENTAL FORTITUDE: Millennial Boyfriend Patiently Sits Through Entire Barbie Movie
A CALLOUSED MIND.
Masterton man, Jack Thompson, 27, exhibited unparalleled mental fortitude last night as he sat through the entire screening of “Barbie: The Movie” at Regent 3 Cinemas. The effort came as his partner, Emma Richardson, 26, was excited to witness the movie advertised as a fun time for all.
As the theatre went dark and the pink and white Barbie logo flashed onto the screen, Thompson instantly began asking himself questions about his mental toughness. The film, filled to the top with feminist messaging, would challenge even the strongest of minds.
Chippy Hipkins Fires Up Outlook And Pumps Out Email Reminders To “Make Use Of EAP”
YOUR WELLBEING IS IMPORTANT TO US.
After the dramatic end to Justice Minister Kiri Allan’s political career, Prime Minister Chippy Hipkins is going the extra mile for his remaining ministers. To address any and all concerns about emotional wellbeing, Hipkins has turned to a public service classic – the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
While some might have expected a serious examination of the demands and pressures faced by government ministers, Hipkins has opted for a more “hands-off” approach. EAP, a programme that is a running joke within the public service, was dusted off and presented as the solution early this afternoon.
Office Jock Overly Keen To Enter A Work Indoor Netball Team
SAYS IT’LL BE FUN.
Ben Macaskill appears to be significantly more enthusiastic about the idea of forming a social sports team than his current job.
The 31 year-old who works as an auditor at an accounting firm in Christchurch floated the idea to a colleague in the work kitchen on his lunch break.
