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What would it take for New Zealand to move beyond managing economic decline and begin building lasting prosperity? In a revealing conversation with eLocal's Mykeljon Winckel, economist and NZ First MP David Wilson explains how his party wants to reshape the country's economic foundations, putting greater emphasis on productive businesses, national ownership, affordable energy and investment that benefits New Zealanders Report by eLocal | eLocal…

From flood-affected communities and rising rates to public asset ownership and economic independence, Sue Grey argues that New Zealand needs a fundamental change in how it is governed. Speaking with eLocal's publisher and Founder Mykeljon Winckel ahead of the 2026 general election, Grey outlines her party's approach to restoring local accountability, rebuilding productive capacity and giving ordinary New Zealanders a greater say in decisions…

As part of Election 2026 coverage, Bob McCoskrie sits down with NZ First leader Winston Peters for an extended interview covering social conservatism, wokeness, gender ideology, conversion therapy laws, abortion, euthanasia, anti-smacking laws, prostitution, a proposed social media ban, immigration, multiculturalism, strategic voting, further COVID-19 inquiries, Labour and post-election negotiations, and the momentous 2017 decision. It’s a…

New Zealand-based internet entrepreneur Kim Dotcom has delivered a stark warning about digital surveillance, artificial intelligence and the erosion of personal privacy in a wide-ranging interview with Tucker Carlson. But his argument goes beyond technology: Dotcom says representative government itself has failed, and is now backing direct democracy through New Zealand's Freedom Party as an alternative. eLocal Report: Based on an interview with…

eLocal Conversations is a new interview series hosted by Mykeljon Winckel, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of eLocal Magazine. Featuring political leaders, business innovators and industry experts, each episode explores the ideas, policies and issues shaping New Zealand's future through respectful, in-depth discussion. Real Conversations. Real Policy. Real New Zealand. In this first eLocal interview, Mykeljon Winckel sits down with New Zealand…

Road cones have become one of New Zealand's most visible symbols of bureaucracy and infrastructure costs. Industry leaders now say a major regulatory overhaul is delivering significant savings while exposing why some regions continue to struggle with excessive traffic management. Report by elocal · A simpler approach replaces rigid rules · The Government's overhaul of temporary traffic management is beginning to reshape how road works are…

Report by elocal · A discussion between Dave Trotter of Marsden Point News Radio, known to many readers through his regular NZ Fuel Watch updates, and transport commentator Karl Barkley has renewed debate over the future of New Zealand's Cook Strait freight network. · !Image Text · During a recent broadcast, the pair argued that the proposed Clifford Bay ferry terminal deserves renewed consideration as a long-term solution for both freight…

eLocal Report · A recent episode of the Notes From The Executive podcast brought together four experienced voices from economics, business and social science to examine a question increasingly being asked across New Zealand: · Is New Zealand going broke? · The discussion featured economic commentator Bernard Hickey, economist Shamubeel Eaqub, a demographer and social scientist focused on migration and population trends, and a business…

A Duncan Garner podcast interview with investigator and publicist Aly Cook has reignited questions surrounding New Zealand's COVID-era decision making, transparency and what senior ministers knew during the rollout of COVID vaccinations for 12 to 15-year-olds. By elocal New Zealand Desk · Source: Duncan Garner Podcast interview with Aly Cook, 26 May 2026 · Cook outlined a document trail she says links senior ministers to a key August 2021…

Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie used an appearance on Meet the Press to deliver a broad critique of Washington politics following his primary defeat after seven terms in Congress. By elocal International Desk · Source: NBC News interview with Rep. Thomas Massie, 25 May 2026 · Massie argued that his political downfall was not driven by disagreements over traditional Republican policy positions, but by his willingness to challenge party…