Honest News NZ (2025)

23/03/2025

Did anyone else do a double take listening to Winston Peters' latest speech? Because if you’ve been paying even half attention to Brian Tamaki’s messaging over the past couple of years, then Winston’s one-liners today felt like déjà vu — word for word.

Let’s not beat around the bush: it looked like NZ First ran out of ideas and went trolling through Brian Tamaki’s page for inspiration. “War on Woke”? That’s not new. Brian’s been ringing that bell for a while now, long before it became politically trendy. He’s plastered it online, shouted it from stages, and rallied everyday Kiwis around it. But suddenly, Winston’s reading it off a teleprompter like it’s his own epiphany — and both 1News and 3News swallowed it whole, serving it up as some fresh new battle cry.

Sorry, but no. Winston doesn’t believe in this stuff. He’s just saying what his campaign team tells him will win back a few disillusioned conservatives. And speaking of that campaign team... who’s on it? Anyone we know? Because if they’re lifting lines from Tamaki’s playbook, they should at least have the decency to admit it.

Let’s not forget: NZ First gave us the very RSE (Relationships and Sexuality Education) curriculum they now pretend to oppose. It was their own Tracey Martin who helped roll it into schools. But now, Winston’s on stage acting like he’s leading the charge against it? Give me a break. He’s not leading — he’s following the polls. He’s saying whatever will keep him relevant just a little longer.

Brian, love him or loathe him, is different. He doesn't need to check the political weather before stepping into the storm. He’s been standing out front in the rain, bullhorn in hand, copping the flak, long before it was safe or popular to do so. That’s called conviction. That’s called spine.

Winston? He’ll bail on this whole “anti-woke” show the second he stops polling well. We’ve seen it before. And let's be honest, at his age, the old dog has had one too many dogfights — and it’s starting to show!

Then there was the forced nod to Christianity from Winston, quoting “This is God’s own country, but the devil’s mess,” and ending with the cringey finale of “GOD BLESS YOU ALL, AND GOD BLESS NEW ZEALAND.” A clear attempt at Trump-style bravado, but it fell flat. Why? Because it lacked sincerity. It reeked of strategy, not spirituality.

So here’s a little reminder to the media and to Kiwi voters: if you want to know where these lines really came from, go check Brian Tamaki’s timeline. The man’s not just quoting scripts — he’s been living the mission. Like it or not, Brian is the one who’s been in the trenches, saying the same thing year after year, through every storm and smear.

Winston may steal Brian's lines, but he'll never carry his spine!

Winston Peters New Zealand First Brian Tamaki

16/11/2024

📍 OP-ED
16 November 2024, Auckland, New Zealand

Brian Tamaki and Donald Trump share striking parallels in a new era of polarising political figures. Both are charismatic leaders who defy political norms, rely on strong populist rhetoric, and galvanise a dedicated base of supporters. They both tell it straight and have little regard for being politically correct.

But does Brian Tamaki have what it takes to become New Zealand’s equivalent of Trump?

The Rhetoric of "Making NZ Great Again"
Tamaki’s Make NZ Great Again campaign slogan directly echoes Trump’s iconic catchphrase. Like Trump, Tamaki emphasises themes of national restoration, cultural identity, anti-mass immigration and resistance to perceived threats to traditional values. His ability to capture headlines with controversial statements and bold public appearances mirrors Trump’s style of commanding media attention.

▶️ CHAMPION OF "THE FORGOTTEN"
Trump rose to power by appealing to "the forgotten men and women" of America, those who felt neglected by political elites. Tamaki similarly positions himself as a champion of everyday hardworking Kiwis, the disenfranchised groups, particularly conservative Christians and Māori, who share his concerns about New Zealand's social trajectory. His rhetoric often frames him as a voice for those who feel silenced or ignored by mainstream politics.

▶️ POPULIST MOVEMENTS: OUTSIDE APPEAL
Both men leverage their outsider status to build a sense of authenticity. Trump’s lack of political background became a selling point, and Tamaki’s grassroots activism allows him to appeal to New Zealanders disillusioned with career politicians. His calls for unity under his vision of faith, freedom, and family resonate strongly with his base.

▶️ THE RISKS AND CHALLENGES
New Zealand’s MMP system makes it hard for populist figures to achieve unilateral power, but could Tamaki have what it takes to defy the odds? Tamaki also repeatedly battles a biased and negative mainstream media, just as Trump has had to do.

▶️ CONCLUSION: AN EMERGING FORCE
Brian Tamaki is undeniably a significant political figure in New Zealand, and his tactics bear similarities to Trump’s approach. While he may not yet have the leverage of Trump, his ability to mobilise a base, dominate media cycles, and spark national conversations positions him as a force to watch in New Zealand's political landscape.

Tamaki is everything PM Christopher Luxon is not. As more and more media cycles refer to Luxon’s weakness, Tamaki is a complete contrast. He comes across as a genuine Kiwi bloke, a strong family man, a real man’s man, a bold and courageous leader.

Whether he can translate this momentum into real political power, on behalf of the people’s voice, remains an open question, but Tamaki’s trajectory offers a fascinating insight into how global populist trends are now manifesting in New Zealand too. Tamaki is definitely one to watch!

12/09/2023

Opinion Piece
12th September 2023

As the days tick down to voting day, it's disheartening to witness the two leading parties, the supposed architects of our political future, already causing ripples of instability in our system. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/497767/christopher-luxon-dismissive-of-prospect-of-act-offering-confidence-only-deal

But in the grand scheme of things, this might be the least of our concerns. The harsh reality is that our political system is entrenched in corruption, a cancer that has infiltrated every department, ultimately leading to the putrid bureaucratic swamp that urgently needs to be drained.

Yet, New Zealanders are about to repeat this abusive voting behaviour once again, flip-flopping between the same two old establishment parties. It's been going on for a staggering 88 years, back and forth, all the while, in some weird way, voters are expecting a different result (a classic definition of insanity, as Brian Tamaki aptly points out).

We’ve witnessed Freedoms New Zealand Co-Leader Brian Tamaki being vocal about the relentless pattern, stating, “By now, we all should know that National will screw us over midway through their term. It's a predictability that has persisted for 88 years! And guess what you lot will do, though?? Yup, you know, you will swing back to Labour again. Don't say you won't, you will! History screams at you that you will. This voting addiction has given us what we deserved: chaos, damage, and being the laughing stock of the world.” Got to give it to Tamaki...he is right!

He goes on to say, "However, there is a solution to this voting madness. Positive change can happen, but it can only come from the bottom up (the people), not the top down. Politicians have proven to be too weak and power-hungry. What we urgently need is a Ballot Box Revolution, which will trigger a political earthquake that will give great hope to many Kiwis who have given up on their beloved homeland. Kiwis have had enough and are ready for change."

The Bravehearts among us must rise to the occasion. To break this cycle, a substantial number of voters must be willing to cast their ballots differently, defying the polls, political pundits, and manipulative media. It will empower us as the people, shock the system, culminating in huge satisfaction and celebration around the country. A victory to remember!

The pivotal move lies in the party vote, and from our research, Freedom's NZ is the only party poised to make this change happen. What sets Freedoms NZ apart? Brian Tamaki. He's the only candidate in this election who possesses the qualities and character needed to steer this transformation. A gift to our nation, capable of being our very own civil rights leader, following in the footsteps of illustrious leaders from around the world.

Brian Tamaki is a true leader, experienced and resilient enough to make the tough decisions and do what's necessary. He remains untainted by politics, he will not be controlled like a puppet, fearless in the face of opposition, and he won't be bribed or bought. His courage has already become the stuff of legends. Under his leadership, he is the only one capable of bringing Māori and European back together again as one people. Every other politician is just creating division between the two races.

His sweeping clean-up of Parliament would pave the way for honest, transparent, and skilled individuals to fill key roles with competence and compassion. This restoration will bring back genuine representative politics, democracy, and honest and accountable politicians and parties. This fresh start will realize our vision of making New Zealand great, safe, free, and prosperous – a New Zealand for every Kiwi family to enjoy.

We believe voters should block vote and give their Party Vote to Freedoms New Zealand this election! None of the other alternative parties have a strong enough leader or the platform to create any kind of cut through this election.

30/05/2023

👊 MATT KING with the KING-HITS 👊

It's very sad to hear from Vijay Sudhamalla that he has been given a Kinghit from behind by Matt King and his team.

One moment Vijay had been announced as the Democracy NZ candidate for Port Waikato...next minute he's taken out from behind because the local farmer Scotty Bright wants the job and he's promising Matt more money.

All this from the man himself, MP Matt King, who tried to push forward the King-hit bill....the Crimes (Coward Punch Causing Death) Amendment Bill.

Come on Scotty...we thought you were a good guy, and you're better than this, to not get caught up in such low blows. Run for the hills Scotty...as far away from the King-hit King.

18/08/2022

We're excited to bring an alternative perspective to Mainstream Media. Currently, we see a concerted effort by MSM in New Zealand to hunt and discredit anyone attached to the Freedom community across New Zealand. Our MSM is very liberal and very biased.

We will aim to provide an alternative perspective for Kiwis to consider, as open and honest debate should be encouraged and permitted in a democratic environment.

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