Category: Opinion
Destiny Church is leaving its South Auckland base in Wiri amid branch closures, declining attendance, and financial strain. Craig Young explores whether the church’s radicalism has backfired. According to recent reports from 1 News and the New Zealand Herald, Destiny Church is set to vacate its expansive South Auckland base in Wiri, heading “elsewhere.” To […]
Is New Zealand’s coalition heading toward a one-term collapse? With National’s faltering leadership, ACT’s unpopular populism, and NZ First’s shifting base, Craig Young believes the 2026 election could bring major change. Two years ago, I speculated on whether the current coalition government might be headed for a single term. Now, midway through its tenure, it’s […]
As the latest Australian federal election winds down, Craig Young examines the implications for LGBTQIA+ Australians and the broader political dynamics at play. The current government, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and the Australian Labor Party (ALP), appears well-placed to secure another term. Historically, relations between Labor and LGBTQIA+ communities have been cool, largely […]
The removal of RSE guidelines without a clear, inclusive replacement risks the health and well-being of Rainbow youth, says Rainbow Labour Chair, MP Shanan Halbert. It’s time to put children’s needs before politics. It is becoming more and more important that Kiwis learn about diversity and differences. As our world grows more fractured, and as […]
Craig Young laments on the campaign against Benjamin Doyle. Stuff NZ has uncovered the identity of the individual fuelling online attacks against Green MP Benjamin Doyle: Rhys Williams, a businessman and former member of New Zealand First. Importantly, I emphasise the word former. Despite Winston Peters giving initial weight to Williams’ social media claims and […]
Despite anti-trans rhetoric dominating headlines, primary healthcare workers are embracing training and rejecting misinformation, proving that real change happens on the ground, says Jennifer Shields. If you were to look online or follow the news, it would be easy to think we’re in the midst of a huge anti-trans backlash. And in many ways, we […]
Body Positive’s Executive Director, Mark Fisher, explores the risks and realities of chemsex and ways to protect yourself. Chemsex (or Party n Play) is a reality for some within our community. While chemsex can offer intense experiences, it’s equally important to be aware of potential risks, maintain your well-being, and protect your sexual health. It’s […]
Benjamin Doyle is facing backlash for using playful queer slang — but the real issue is the wave of hate and threats they’re receiving. Jennifer Shields says we must support authenticity, not apologise for it. When we expect our representatives of queer communities on a national stage to be perfectly sanitised, focus group-tested, PR-line spinning […]