Media & Opinion
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National supports whaling
Over the weekend the International Whaling Commission had an informal meeting in Florida to discuss a proposed deal which would see the Japanese allowed to resume commercial whaling. Australia opposed the deal. New Zealand supported it. The government is desperately trying... More about National supports whaling
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My Little Pony’s fashion disaster
OK, I know we’re not meant to talk about what My Little Pony Ardern (as an aside that Wikipedia page is pathetic, talking about achieving nothing in 29 years of sucking oxygen)…what she was wearing but… More about My Little Pony’s fashion disaster
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The unasked question
The Weekend Herald ran this story: Pat Baker, a $10 million landlady and grandmother, is bristling about being blamed for wrecking the economy. The Whangaparaoa retiree owns 53 Hamilton houses, bringing in about $700,000 a year in rent. Yet she feels... More about The unasked question
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A victory for freedom of expression
It's official: riding your bike naked is not offensive behaviour: Naked cyclist Nick Lowe has successfully appealed against a conviction and fine for riding his bike nude near Upper Hutt. Mr Lowe was convicted of offensive behaviour and fined $200 and... More about A victory for freedom of expression
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We are paying for it, pay it back Labour
Labour’s bus is completely on the taxpayer, the wrap on the bus, the little flags and the balloons (yellow arrows). This is just plain wrong. They should be made to pay it all back. The Auditor-General needs to get involved. More about We are paying for it, pay it back Labour
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It is a pity the three strikes law will not be retrospective
The HoS reports: The country’s youngest convicted killer is the subject of a new police complaint, accused of indecently assaulting two female journalists. He is fresh from a one-month prison sentence after admitting wilfully damaging a television camera – the latest... More about It is a pity the three strikes law will not be retrospective
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Unemployment Returns as a National Scandal
Last week’s unemployment numbers were not good news.Contrary to expectations, the overall unemployment rate in the December quarter of 2009 jumped to 7.3% of the labour force. The Maori unemployment rate has doubled since the middle of last year to 15.4%.... More about Unemployment Returns as a National Scandal
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Cutting out our tongues
The government has released its proposed replacement for the hated s92A. Its better than the original, in that it provides for some judicial oversight - but it still has disconnection from the internet as a penalty. More about Cutting out our tongues
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Dastardly Duopoly set to continue stealing our cash
It seems that Vodafone and Telecom have got at the telecommunications commissioners, well two out of three at least. The Commerce Commission, in a split decision, has rejected regulation as a means to reduce the costs of mobile phone calls. Instead,... More about Dastardly Duopoly set to continue stealing our cash
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A junket in election year
The HoS reports: Manukau Mayor Len Brown has come under fire for spending thousands of dollars of ratepayer cash to take his wife on a sister-city trip to Japan. Supermayor candidate Brown was also criticised for opting to fly premium economy... More about A junket in election year
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The Beck's List - Gigs and Free Stuff
Wouldn't it be awesome if your gig guide gave you free door passes to your favourite gigs too?!
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That Guy
Photo Crashers at their best.
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Olympic Goddesses
The Ice Queens that make you all Warm inside.
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New Zealand Gig Guide
Keeping the getfrank punters on the lead edge
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Frank's Online Game Room
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Top 20 YouTube.com Videos of 2009
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WIN NATION BAR & A $10,000 PARTY FOR AN EVENING
CHEERS TO NATION BAR & HEINEKEN, GETFRANK HAS AN EVENING FOR *WITH * *NATION BAR – THE ULTIMATE MOBILE EVENT CENTRE* DELIVERED AND SETUP ANYWHERE IN THE COUNTRY WITH A $10,000 HEINEKEN PARTY.
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Win a Double Pass to Lady Gaga this Sunday with The Beck's List
Every week until the end of March Beck’s are giving away a great prize – but you’ll have to compete to get them! This week it’s a double pass to Lady Gaga on Sunday 13th March.
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R18 - Durex
This is a strictly *R18* competition.
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JCVD on DVD
GetFrank has 5 copies of the Jean Claude Van Damme movie to give away on DVD.
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Surrogates on DVD
From the director of Terminator 3 comes a jaw-dropping psychological thriller starring the ultimate action hero, Bruce Willis.
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Win BioShock 2 on XBOX 360
Step back into the unforgettable world of Rapture in BioShock 2.
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datemymate Hooking the Singles in NZ up!
The official Fujifilm Whips n Spurs Summer Party is set to cap off Auckland's biggest and most glamourous week of racing (Auckland Cup Week) on Saturday 13th March.
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42Below Cocktail World Cup - Wellington
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OUR:HOUSE presents nite:life
Easter Weekend Special
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Urbis Designday
Urbis Designday powered by the Audi A5 Sportback, is back for its 5th year with a fantastic new lineup of showrooms and designers, and a new creative brief. ‘Off the Grid’ - will ensure visitors can expect the most inspiring Designday...
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Auckland Cup Week at Ellerslie
The excitement of Auckland Cup Week kicks off at Ellerslie on Telecom Derby Day, Saturday 6th March, as Auckland Racing Club hosts New Zealand’s richest and most prestigious sporting event.
