Monthly Archives: November 2013

This article was the final of a 3 part series covering my trip around the world in October and November 1999 – appeared in the NZ Political Review in September 2001.  I have republished it to commemorate the 50th anniversary … Continue reading →

(Eulogy presented at St Mary’s Church, Holy Trinity Cathedral, Parnell, 18 November 2013). I wish to thank Mrs Shirley Lees for asking me to speak here today. I am honoured to be given the opportunity to offer my tribute, just … Continue reading →

Labour weekend will stay in the memory of those estimated 200,000 Aucklanders* who witnessed the spectacular arrival and departure or who came down to the waterfront to see the magnificent tall ship fleet.  It was my privilege on behalf of … Continue reading →

First of all I wish to sincerely thank the people of Waitemata & Gulf for re-electing me with such a resounding majority.   During the election campaign getting out and about meeting local residents and walking the streets of the … Continue reading →