Scoop has an Ethical Paywall
Work smarter with a Pro licence Learn More
Top Scoops

Book Reviews | Gordon Campbell | Scoop News | Wellington Scoop | Community Scoop | Search

 

PM Indulges In Wide Ranging Discussion

PM Indulges In Wide Ranging Discussion

The PM behind a phalanx of half mast media mics at her post-cabinet press conference today

*******

The Prime Minister's post cabinet-press conference erupted into fireworks this afternoon and that was ten minutes before the PM had even arrived. Various sections of the media were in a right old lather over a press secretary fondling and lowering their beloved microphones.

However once the formerly proudly erect microphones had been emasculated - so to speak - the rest of the press conference was a very amiable and wide-ranging affair. The topic of Fiji was once again briefly on the media's lips till the PM pointed out that any decisions on further sanctions would have to wait till mid-week.

Also discussed was a recent Police report regarding the quality of recent Police recruits and whether or not the PM is backing Russell Fairbrother to in a local Labour Party selection dispute.

The PM also took the opportunity to briefly comment on the Americas Cup challenge which she abandoned at 1am. Fortunately armchair yachting enthusiast and Sports Minister Trevor Mallard was more of a stayer and backed the boat till the happy finale in last night's race at 5am. The PM was less keen to get involved in discussions about the man that once epitomised the Americas Cup – at least in NZ - Sir Michael Fay and his recent dealings with the Securities Commission regarding insider-trading accusations.

Advertisement - scroll to continue reading

Are you getting our free newsletter?

Subscribe to Scoop’s 'The Catch Up' our free weekly newsletter sent to your inbox every Monday with stories from across our network.

Listen to the Prime Minister's press conference






ENDS

© Scoop Media

Advertisement - scroll to continue reading
 
 
 
Top Scoops Headlines

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Join Our Free Newsletter

Subscribe to Scoop’s 'The Catch Up' our free weekly newsletter sent to your inbox every Monday with stories from across our network.