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by Eugenius
Mon Apr 29, 2024 1:10 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

I’m pleasantly surprised that a one term government isn’t quite the impossibility I once considered it.

They’re certainly making abit of a hash of things so far .
by Eugenius
Mon Apr 29, 2024 11:07 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: All Blacks 2024
Replies: 1246
Views: 97735

Re: All Blacks 2024

Grandpa wrote: Mon Apr 29, 2024 9:36 am
Magpie26 wrote: Mon Apr 29, 2024 9:20 am
Pakia Pakia wrote: Mon Apr 29, 2024 9:15 am

Yes.

Rieko Ioane at 12 and David Havili at 10.
So you would replace the 12 we have, who is arguably as good as anyone in the world in that position with RI x(
PP taking the piss. Eugenius meant Aumua I think?

Absolutely
by Eugenius
Mon Apr 29, 2024 10:33 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/politics/latest-poll-coalition-parties-drop-in-latest-1news-verian-poll-labour-greens-te-pati-maori-edge-ahead/IZCQJA33YFD35KUQ3ZL5GLKK3I/ Latest poll: Coalition parties drop in latest 1News Verian poll - Labour, Greens, Te Pāti Māori edge ahead, NZ First out of Parliam...
by Eugenius
Mon Apr 29, 2024 2:37 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: All Blacks 2024
Replies: 1246
Views: 97735

Re: All Blacks 2024

I’d like to see him start at 12.
by Eugenius
Mon Apr 29, 2024 2:07 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: All Blacks 2024
Replies: 1246
Views: 97735

Re: All Blacks 2024

Seems blinkered with little awareness outside his limited field of vision .
by Eugenius
Mon Apr 29, 2024 1:17 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: All Blacks 2024
Replies: 1246
Views: 97735

Re: All Blacks 2024

True .
by Eugenius
Mon Apr 29, 2024 1:02 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: All Blacks 2024
Replies: 1246
Views: 97735

Re: All Blacks 2024

Not to the same extent , and I’ve watched them .
by Eugenius
Mon Apr 29, 2024 12:53 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: All Blacks 2024
Replies: 1246
Views: 97735

Re: All Blacks 2024

He’s clearly made more winnable .
by Eugenius
Mon Apr 29, 2024 12:47 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: All Blacks 2024
Replies: 1246
Views: 97735

Re: All Blacks 2024

I think he’s far better now than he’s been .

Matured and his decision making has improved seriously.

Form dictates that he starts .
by Eugenius
Mon Apr 29, 2024 12:44 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

I have a real problem with one iniatives started under Helen Clarke , extra funding that only includes those artists that , reflect and encourage our national identity ( whatever the hell that means ) . It becomes very top down and leads to disproportional representation of mediocre artists simply b...
by Eugenius
Mon Apr 29, 2024 12:39 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: All Blacks 2024
Replies: 1246
Views: 97735

Re: All Blacks 2024

I can’t believe he’s so underrated . Best form of his life - leadership alone ! He's begrudged due to his off field indiscretion. There is a major problem with violence against women in NZ and Aus. Women die fairly regularly from male violence in both countries. Which unlike many others he faced up...
by Eugenius
Sun Apr 28, 2024 11:49 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

Yeah the commercialisation of especially fine art is problematic, I once interrupted Bob Jones mid rant , asking him how many paintings did Van Gogh sell during his lifetime and did he regard him as a great artist ? He laughed and called me a bloody smart arse . I think the writer is the brother of ...
by Eugenius
Sun Apr 28, 2024 11:33 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: All Blacks 2024
Replies: 1246
Views: 97735

Re: All Blacks 2024

I can’t believe he’s so underrated .

Best form of his life - leadership alone !
by Eugenius
Sun Apr 28, 2024 11:24 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: All Blacks 2024
Replies: 1246
Views: 97735

Re: All Blacks 2024

:shock: The sheer luxury of not automatically choosing Tele’a and Reece, who’d both be in the top 5 wingers in the world imo. Both weak defensively missing alot of tackles. Great on attack though. Sevu Reece has always been an excellent defender, and very strong defensively at the breakdown. Reece ...
by Eugenius
Sun Apr 28, 2024 11:22 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

https://newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/29/acts-arts-spokesman-once-watched-a-musical/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2fmOQBfxrSkdRECtlm57PR2koVjZS5aorFNjFqHaes1CyRNZUKl2DrGZo_aem_AZtjD7ykMC0nyWJd8UEuwyiEED8ZUBgIvJY62t5JBW-iLjEEoHWDVk9OLWrtDVrQ7Fyn6t-Q8o0VaVVXZ9ilfOs_#Echobo...
by Eugenius
Sun Apr 28, 2024 10:58 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

Of course the fact that compared with fed farmers and groundswell I'm a raving lunatic enviro greenie probably means my opinion is worth jack. But I do think there's a fair percentage of farmers just getting on with trying to do the right thing the right way. They're just pretty quiet about it. Fro...
by Eugenius
Sun Apr 28, 2024 3:03 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

Even though I’d praised this same action before you even brought it up ?

Weird .
by Eugenius
Sun Apr 28, 2024 2:28 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

In fact it was the right decision and decisive.

The explanation however was very muddled.

Why you think your post clever is a little confusing, I never argued that it was a weak action .
by Eugenius
Sat Apr 27, 2024 11:07 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Shogun - A Miniseries of Japan
Replies: 125
Views: 26246

Re: Shogun - A Miniseries of Japan

It bet the shit outta GOT’s for me .

90% rating .
by Eugenius
Sat Apr 27, 2024 11:05 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

https://www.1news.co.nz/2024/04/24/moe-roles-supporting-disabled-kids-among-those-proposed-to-be-axed/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2S1eYplLMhX-Qeo-ZqrOGhB3sx0GWv2Doq7fY8J8VtZF4VZ8BZd3Pg94s_aem_AdmnEVOln869zs-rvmjYY82TVdEJNyoppzEFv3X2z-woEiaq7qwFX4O7kyKh8vQpFInkkAdFdrftEWEEN-VfCNWI Unnecessary, those ...
by Eugenius
Sat Apr 27, 2024 3:02 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: All Blacks 2024
Replies: 1246
Views: 97735

Re: All Blacks 2024

I’m afraid Mr Stats don’t know shite .
by Eugenius
Fri Apr 26, 2024 12:17 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: SRP R10 Crusaders v Rebels
Replies: 100
Views: 6173

Re: SRP R10 Crusaders v Rebels

A very happy crowd .

And a good bunch of friendly loyalists .

Enjoyable night .

Shared a bottle of French red at a pouncy little wine bar with my bro , who doesn’t get out much .

Life is good .
by Eugenius
Fri Apr 26, 2024 6:51 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

So great to finally see some strong, decisive leadership in Govt after 6 years of lily livered leadership from Ardern and Hipkins. Did you listen to the gobbly gook explanation tho ? Hardly strong , honest or seemingly decisive . The PM really needs to lose the corporate bullshit speak , it’ll only...
by Eugenius
Fri Apr 26, 2024 12:14 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

That's fair analysis from GON. I had similar issues with some of the Ministers in the previous government. That being, some of these people have had years in opposition to prepare for a specific Ministerial role. They should all be subject matter experts and be able to hit the ground running. It's ...
by Eugenius
Wed Apr 24, 2024 11:41 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

Simmonds simply looked out of her depth and a little dim .
by Eugenius
Wed Apr 24, 2024 11:36 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Bulldog Memorial Cup: Masters 2024
Replies: 89
Views: 11273

Re: Bulldog Memorial Cup: Masters 2024

Well done !!

And thanks mate
by Eugenius
Wed Apr 24, 2024 8:33 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

He won’t admit that it was for incompetence, came up with some corporate nonsense, and I believe he could have looked more decisive.

However, it’s the correct decision .
by Eugenius
Wed Apr 24, 2024 2:30 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

Considering the way she went after Curran and it was pretty ugly stuff , karma huh ?

Can’t stand her .

The other woman demoted simply seems a little dumb .
by Eugenius
Wed Apr 24, 2024 2:16 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

And here we go … M edia Minister Melissa Lee demoted from Cabinet, Penny Simmonds stripped of portfolio. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/515100/media-minister-melissa-lee-demoted-from-cabinet-penny-simmonds-stripped-of-portfolio Both absolutely bloody useless , especially in the case of Melissa...
by Eugenius
Tue Apr 23, 2024 11:59 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Bulldog Memorial Cup: Masters 2024
Replies: 89
Views: 11273

Re: Bulldog Memorial Cup: Masters 2024

Silly man .

Our little comp is much more important.
by Eugenius
Tue Apr 23, 2024 11:58 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: All Blacks 2024
Replies: 1246
Views: 97735

Re: All Blacks 2024

Hannah is what 21 22 ?

Extremely young , forget the Issac Ross nonsense, this guy has serious potential.

Just not yet .
by Eugenius
Tue Apr 23, 2024 11:53 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Bulldog Memorial Cup: Masters 2024
Replies: 89
Views: 11273

Re: Bulldog Memorial Cup: Masters 2024

Did we work out who actually won this ?
by Eugenius
Tue Apr 23, 2024 12:29 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

Don’t worry , with the money saved we’ll be able to rehire all these frontline staff and many more besides !

Is anyone stupid enough to believe this absolute crap ?

Certainly it appears so here .
by Eugenius
Tue Apr 23, 2024 12:17 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: SRP R10 Crusaders v Rebels
Replies: 100
Views: 6173

Re: SRP R10 Crusaders v Rebels

I’ve got to admit it’s still quite enjoyable supporting a struggling team . Frustrating as it is to see them bomb game after game , it’s a different kind of high that is experienced with the odd win .

Only winning the entire competition beats it for intensity .
by Eugenius
Tue Apr 23, 2024 12:06 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: SRP R10 Crusaders v Rebels
Replies: 100
Views: 6173

Re: SRP R10 Crusaders v Rebels

Got tickets , what can I say .

I’m long suffering .
by Eugenius
Mon Apr 22, 2024 6:04 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

Junior Doctors going on nationwide strike May 7 and 8.

I knew they were furious , but still it's a surprise and rather a big deal .
by Eugenius
Mon Apr 22, 2024 3:21 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

Great the three strikes stupidity is back .
by Eugenius
Sun Apr 21, 2024 5:19 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

Yeah Hillmortons forensic unit is down to two consultant psychiatrists , due to three leaving . The advertisements for replacements likely will be paused . Beds will have to be made unavailable. Increasing the front line ? Bullshit , it was never about that. Is Brinded still there? Nah . Retired , ...
by Eugenius
Sat Apr 20, 2024 8:29 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: NZ Politics Thread
Replies: 52857
Views: 3562218

Re: NZ Politics Thread

Not recruiting for frontline stuff ain’t going to improve things . In fact medical specialists fear that it’s going to fatally weaken these services . Beds available ( which are insufficient anyway ) will be halved in Hillmorton .

God help the minister of heath come their union meeting .
by Eugenius
Sat Apr 20, 2024 1:55 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Force vs Crusaders Match Thread
Replies: 114
Views: 2031

Re: Force vs Crusaders Match Thread

Poorly by this one .