Stories from The Paper

Madness linked to 1970s disco

Iconic 1970s act, Boney M, has been linked to a spike in mental health conditions in an Otago workplace. Dr Why When, of Crazy Clinic, said the repetitive beat, off-key singing along, stupid lyrics, and overall retro-gayness of the music was causing people to hide under their desks in a fetal position. “Ma Baker, she … More

Workplace bomb treats increasing.

Bomb threats in New Zealand workplaces have increased nearly 200%, compared to the same month in 2019. According to a report released by the Independent Workers Union of New Zealand, more than 80 percent of notifications appear to be sent from inside the building. Union President, Dumbname Othername, said it was perfectly understandable that these … More

Jon Bon Jovi – the rocker of Christmas Past.

REVIEW. Really? If you’re the person who loves Bon Jovi, and loves Christmas, this three track offering is for you! If you’re not that person, then this is also for you. Provided you can find it really cheap, to gift to the person above. I’m not sure who producers think the target market would be. … More

Is EFTPOS still king?

With customers less likely than ever to carry cash, and adapting new payment methods, The Paper looks at the essentials required for new retailers. New Zealander’s were quick adapters of cashless payments and ATM’s in the 1980’s, but will that technology give way to newer innovations – such as apple pay, google pay, and payment … More

Miley Cyrus is back, and bring Dua Lipa along for the ride.

Artist and trailblazer Miley Cyrus teamed up with global pop superstar Dua Lipa for “Prisoner,” the highly anticipated second single from Miley’s seventh studio album, Plastic Hearts, out November 27th via RCA Records. The dynamic duo joins forces for a shamelessly, campy rock video directed by Alana Oherlihy and Miley.  In a true testament to girl power, these three women celebrate … More

Trees for Maori landowners

The Government will provide up to $1.69 million through the One Billion Trees programme to Māori landowners to make their whenua more productive through the planting of forests, both native and exotic, and improve economic and environmental outcomes, Forestry Minister Shane Jones has announced. “Around 1.5 million ha of land in New Zealand is in … More

Foreign Minister makes diplomatic appointments

Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters announced three diplomatic appointments, on 21 August. “As the world continues the battle against COVID-19, our diplomatic and trade networks are more important than ever. That is why the government is focused on placing high-calibre career diplomats in important offshore positions,” Mr Peters said. Minister Peters has announced the following … More

Living wage for MSD security guards

Security guards contracted to the Ministry of Social Development will be paid at least the Living Wage from next month supporting the Government’s commitment towards fair pay and employment conditions, announced Minister for Social Development Carmel Sepuloni. “MSD was among the first government agencies to pay its employees the living wage in 2018 and it’s … More

New training centre to upskill workers

A new trades training centre to upskill the local workforce will be built in the South Waikato town of Tokoroa through funding from the Government’s COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund, Education Minister Chris Hipkins and Regional Economic Development Minister Shane Jones have announced. The Government will contribute $10.84 million from the $3 billion set aside … More

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