The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 49mNo, NZ isn’t joining the European Union – and neither is Canadathespinoff.co.nzNo, NZ isn’t joining the European Union – and neither is CanadaSomething has been lost in translation. 000
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 1hYou can see nothing of You Can See Everythingthespinoff.co.nzYou can see nothing of You Can See EverythingCritics say the documentary about Theranos fraudster Elizabeth Holmes is the movie event of the year. It seems unlikely NZ audiences will get the cha... 020
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 1hShould the government spend less? A debate between a neoliberal and a progressivethespinoff.co.nzShould the government spend less? A debate between a neoliberal and a progressiveIn this email debate, researcher Max Rashbrooke and The New Zealand Initiative's Oliver Hartwich argue the merits and parameters of state spending. 000
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 18h'No one understands economics over there': National takes aim at Labour's fiscal planthespinoff.co.nz'No one understands economics over there': National takes aim at Labour's fiscal plan'Here we go again... a big debate about fiscal holes.' 030
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 19hWhy is New Zealand going loco for froyo?thespinoff.co.nzWhy is New Zealand going loco for froyo?Fans are queueing for hours for pay-by-the-gram frozen yoghurt bowls that can cost $30 – or more. 000
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 20h'Hope is an act of defiance': Miranda Harcourt on avoiding paranoia and negativitythespinoff.co.nz'Hope is an act of defiance': Miranda Harcourt on avoiding paranoia and negativityThe actor, director and coach on verbatim theatre and why New Zealand should rethink our school calendar. 010
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 22hThis intersection is making me cross!thespinoff.co.nzThis intersection is making me cross!How much time do you need to cross the road safely? 010
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Christopher Luxon: The Nat with nine lives, or a man on borrowed time?thespinoff.co.nzChristopher Luxon: The Nat with nine lives, or a man on borrowed time?He has survived a series of leadership challenges, but how many more times can Christopher Luxon come out on top? 110
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Welcome to The Spinoff’s brand spanking new websitethespinoff.co.nzWelcome to The Spinoff’s brand spanking new websiteIt’s fancy as. 140
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Act preaches free market economics in a literal echo chamberthespinoff.co.nzAct preaches free market economics in a literal echo chamberIn what may have been a subtle nod to Act’s 10% polling average, the aircraft hangar-sized room was only 10% full. 1121
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Ipsos urges National to withdraw inaccurate claim about its polling on taxthespinoff.co.nzIpsos urges National to withdraw inaccurate claim about its polling on tax‘We take the accurate reporting of our research and survey data seriously.’ 25623
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 04/10/2026A Labour/Greens voter who’s concerned about move-on ordersthespinoff.co.nzA Labour/Greens voter who’s concerned about move-on ordersThis usually-Labour voter flipped to the Greens last election and is weighing up which one to vote for this year. 020
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 04/10/2026The Unity Books bestseller chart for the week ending October 2thespinoff.co.nzThe Unity Books bestseller chart for the week ending October 2Festival fever fuels sales in Wellington. 040
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Meet the tiny indie publisher behind the New Zealand novel of the yearthespinoff.co.nzMeet the tiny indie publisher behind the New Zealand novel of the yearThe two-person, artist-led publisher is passionate about building a community of readers. 086
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Kiwibank is desperately trying to stop people saying they want to fuck its sheep mascotthespinoff.co.nzKiwibank is desperately trying to stop people saying they want to fuck its sheep mascotKiwibank is desperately trying to stop people saying they want to fuck its sheep mascot 2135
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 03/10/2026The long tail of Witi Ihimaera Smiler’s The Whale Riderthespinoff.co.nzThe long tail of Witi Ihimaera Smiler’s The Whale RiderReflections on a novel that has inspired storytellers for over 30 years. 032
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 03/10/2026Love, actually, at 61: ‘We have survived together a long time and dealt with some terrible things’thespinoff.co.nzLove, actually, at 61: ‘We have survived together a long time and dealt with some terrible things’'Our last big fight was about: His right wing politics.' 000
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 03/10/2026We’ve grown old in our own home – we have no plans to leavethespinoff.co.nzWe’ve grown old in our own home – we have no plans to leaveMore and more New Zealanders are opting to live out their days in retirement villages. David Hill explains why he and his wife won't be moving anytim... 120
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 03/10/2026Kiwibank is desperately trying to stop people saying they want to fuck its sheep mascotthespinoff.co.nzKiwibank is desperately trying to stop people saying they want to fuck its sheep mascotBut for every lustful post killed by a legal threat, another 10 take its place. 33411
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Why New Zealand is the world’s flavour guinea pigthespinoff.co.nzWhy New Zealand is the world’s flavour guinea pigGinger Coke, Caramilk, even Eftpos – we had them all first. 020
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Where to eat in Sydenham, Christchurch – an insider’s guidethespinoff.co.nzWhere to eat in Sydenham, Christchurch – an insider’s guideSmash burgers, laksa, spring-onion pancakes and more: chef Josh Hunter makes the case for putting Sydenham on your Christchurch food map. 010
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Local supermarket worker David Seymour seeks new job in Novemberthespinoff.co.nzLocal supermarket worker David Seymour seeks new job in NovemberI went to Four Square for a pie and all I got was a tote bag full of free market economics. 061
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 02/10/2026On the Chatham Islands, Wellington Bays candidates encounter a vastly different electoratethespinoff.co.nzOn the Chatham Islands, Wellington Bays candidates encounter a vastly different electorateWhen the island’s 439 enrolled voters head to the polling booth, they'll bring with them worries poles away from those in the capital. 032
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Gone by Lunchtime: All aboard the debate trainthespinoff.co.nzGone by Lunchtime: All aboard the debate trainThe kingmakers clash, the overhangers gnash, and the campaign candidates make a splash. 110
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Politicians are trying to be funny online – young voters are cringingthespinoff.co.nzPoliticians are trying to be funny online – young voters are cringing'I just don't think it's their space, and I don't think they're any good at it.' 120
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 01/10/2026‘Enrol and have a free sausage’: Inside the campaigns to get young people to votethespinoff.co.nz‘Enrol and have a free sausage’: Inside the campaigns to get young people to voteHomemade costumes and satirical videos are being used to counter enrolment law changes that kick in on October 25. Will they work? 081
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Kingmakers’ debate: The minor parties play nicethespinoff.co.nzKingmakers’ debate: The minor parties play niceFive minor party leaders went head-to-head in The Press Kingmakers’ Debate last night. 000
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 01/10/2026The canned margaritas of New Zealand, reviewed and ranked thespinoff.co.nzThe canned margaritas of New Zealand, reviewed and ranked RTD margs are set to be all the rage this summer. But which cans are worth rifling through the chilly bin for? 120
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Arena Williams steals the show at Chris Hipkins’ no bullshit policy launchthespinoff.co.nzArena Williams steals the show at Chris Hipkins’ no bullshit policy launchThe MP sometimes touted as a Labour leader-in-waiting outshone its current leader as the party launched is fair go for families policy in Māngere. 030
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Poll says Māori are turning to the Greens for their party votethespinoff.co.nzPoll says Māori are turning to the Greens for their party voteA new poll has reduced a record result for Green Party support among Māori. 0245
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 01/10/2026The Warriors just had their greatest Dally M night ever. So can they finally win the NRL?thespinoff.co.nzThe Warriors just had their greatest Dally M night ever. So can they finally win the NRL?No excuses. The team needs to gun for their first NRL premiership in 2027. 010
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 01/10/2026The worm electrocuted the election debate in 2002. Now we’re living in the worm’s worldthespinoff.co.nzThe worm electrocuted the election debate in 2002. Now we’re living in the worm’s worldAs a next-gen worm prepares to make its entrance, we look back on the moment Peter Dunne rocked the 2002 election by saying 'common sense' a lot. 020
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 01/10/2026New and approved: Yola, Aucklandthespinoff.co.nzNew and approved: Yola, AucklandCan Lebanese Grocer’s ‘fun little sister’ compete with its popular sibling? 000
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 01/10/2026One Candidate, One Pint: National’s Emma Chatterton is the party candidate prototypethespinoff.co.nzOne Candidate, One Pint: National’s Emma Chatterton is the party candidate prototypeWith an impressive blue-tinged CV, it's no surprise Judith Collins' successor to the safe Papakura seat is destined for parliament. 000
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 30/09/2026The Unity Books children’s book review roundup for springthespinoff.co.nzThe Unity Books children’s book review roundup for springTen marvellous reads to keep the kids occupied this school holidays. 010
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 30/09/2026Help Me Hera: All my friends are having babiesthespinoff.co.nzHelp Me Hera: All my friends are having babiesI'm happy for them, but it feels like I'm losing them. 130
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 30/09/2026Hanging in the balance: Hutt South, Mt Albert and a potential overhangthespinoff.co.nzHanging in the balance: Hutt South, Mt Albert and a potential overhangA poll of polls projects an overhang that could cost Nicola Willis, Chris Bishop, Paul Goldsmith and Gerry Brownlee their seats, but Winston Peters d... 040
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 30/09/2026Opportunity knocked: Qiulae Wong trails in fourth in Mt Albert pollthespinoff.co.nzOpportunity knocked: Qiulae Wong trails in fourth in Mt Albert pollOn these numbers, the party must now hit the 5% party vote threshold to make it into parliament. 001
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 30/09/2026Eight things we learned from The Great Mt Albert Debatethespinoff.co.nzEight things we learned from The Great Mt Albert DebateThe biggest revelations shared and sharpest shots fired as the contenders for this sought-after seat went head to head. 102
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 30/09/2026The battle for Te Tai Tokerau: Four candidates, one seat and a Māori political splitthespinoff.co.nzThe battle for Te Tai Tokerau: Four candidates, one seat and a Māori political splitA four-way fight, a bitter political split and some serious strategic voting have blown Te Tai Tokerau wide open. 021
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 30/09/2026If Laneway’s 2027 poster feels slight, there’s a reason for thatthespinoff.co.nzIf Laneway’s 2027 poster feels slight, there’s a reason for thatWhere are all the big names? They’re playing stadiums now. 010
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 30/09/2026Live from The Great Mt Albert Debatethespinoff.co.nzLive from The Great Mt Albert DebateWatch the livestream and follow our rolling updates as the leading contenders for this crucial electorate go head to head. 010
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 30/09/2026Dating Files: A 60-year-old who has sex when she is ‘confident there will be no violence’thespinoff.co.nzDating Files: A 60-year-old who has sex when she is ‘confident there will be no violence’'Mostly I’m finding: Self absorbed, anti-immigrant, uncultured.' 010
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 30/09/2026The wildest moments from a hectic Te Tai Tonga debatethespinoff.co.nzThe wildest moments from a hectic Te Tai Tonga debateSide-eyes, interjections and absolutely no love lost. 010
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 30/09/2026‘I was fighting for my life’: Rose Matafeo chased by sheep on Taskmaster NZthespinoff.co.nz‘I was fighting for my life’: Rose Matafeo chased by sheep on Taskmaster NZThe most New Zealand task possible. 0113
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 29/09/2026‘That’s how you cheat death, Māui’: Terri Te Tau’s spacetime tips and tricksthespinoff.co.nz‘That’s how you cheat death, Māui’: Terri Te Tau’s spacetime tips and tricks'Just before I die, I’ll open the Universe Splitter – a quantum-induced universe bifurcation app.' 012
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Debbie Ngarewa-Packer leads Te Tai Hauāuru poll – but Labour wins the party votethespinoff.co.nzDebbie Ngarewa-Packer leads Te Tai Hauāuru poll – but Labour wins the party voteTe Pāti Māori's co-leader leads her Labour challenger by 11 points, and nearly one in five voters are still undecided. 011
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 29/09/2026How do the different parties fare on disability issues this election?thespinoff.co.nzHow do the different parties fare on disability issues this election?Where those vying for your vote stand on disability support and funding, accessibility standards, benefits and more. 043
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Books better, outlook maybe not: Prefu explainedthespinoff.co.nzBooks better, outlook maybe not: Prefu explainedThe government’s books are improving faster than expected with Treasury now forecasting a $4bn surplus a year earlier than predicted, but much of the... 020
The Spinoff @thespinoff.bsky.social · 29/09/2026The pre-election books have been opened. Do they bring cause to cheer?thespinoff.co.nzThe pre-election books have been opened. Do they bring cause to cheer?Bernard Hickey on the Prefu numbers announced today – and the case for a ‘video assistant referee in the political game’. 051