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Cancer Patients Told To Stop Complaining, Go Away And Die

Monday, 10 January 2011, 4:02 pm | Libertarianz Party

Libertarianz leader and Richard McGrath says that until New Zealanders vote to stop the rationing of cancer treatment, they should expect more of it. Commenting on the decision by central North Island hospitals to restrict oncology appointments to people ... More >>

Clueless Nats Needed Dressing-Down From Brash

Wednesday, 1 December 2010, 2:59 pm | Libertarianz Party

Libertarianz Party leader Richard McGrath said today he doubts whether the Key administration has the political will to do what has to be done before the next election. More >>

Welfare Working Group Needs to Look Outside

Friday, 26 November 2010, 10:38 am | Libertarianz Party

“Before the ‘Welfare Working Group’ considers ways to improve our welfare system they would do well to consider whether, in 80 odd years, it has actually been of any benefit at all.” Said Peter Osborne, the Libertarianz Spokesman for Social ... More >>

‘None of the Above’ Wins Mana By-election

Monday, 22 November 2010, 11:00 am | Libertarianz Party

Libertarianz Party leader Richard McGrath said Saturday’s debacle in Mana was an embarrassing kick in the guts for the two main political parties, with only 55% of people judging any candidate worthy of their vote. More >>

Libz: Please explain, Mr English

Thursday, 18 November 2010, 11:44 am | Libertarianz Party

Libertarianz Party leader Richard McGrath said Bill English should front up to the people of New Zealand and explain why he is taking hundreds of thousands of dollars in salary from the taxpayer when he produces nothing. More >>

Whose Property Is Safe Now?

Thursday, 18 November 2010, 9:37 am | Libertarianz Party

“If the wristwatch left to Lady Hillary is no longer hers to sell, then who in New Zealand is secure in their personal effects?” asked Libertarianz Party leader Richard McGrath. More >>

'Winston First' Mired in Muldoonism

Monday, 1 November 2010, 1:19 pm | Libertarianz Party

Libertarianz leader Richard McGrath said watching Winston Peters trying to resurrect his political vehicle for next year’s election was like turning the clock back thirty-five years. More >>

Sean Fitzpatrick to Stand in Mana By-Election

Monday, 18 October 2010, 10:11 am | Libertarianz Party

Leading local martial arts instructor and school owner Sean Fitzpatrick is to stand in the Mana by-election for the Libertarianz Party. More >>

Urgent Spending Cuts Needed, Say Libz

Thursday, 14 October 2010, 2:16 pm | Libertarianz Party

In the wake of an alarming statement by ratings agency Standard and Poors about New Zealand’s future, Libertarianz leader Richard McGrath said urgent cuts to government spending are needed if New Zealand is to avoid becoming an economic basket case. More >>

Libz Decry Latest State Expansion Under National

Thursday, 14 October 2010, 2:14 pm | Libertarianz Party

Libertarianz Party leader Richard McGrath attacked cabinet minister Nick Smith for “further enlarging the power of the state at the expense of individual freedom.” More >>

Our Five Million Dollars: Not Yours To Give, John

Tuesday, 7 September 2010, 4:02 pm | Libertarianz Party

Libertarianz leader Richard McGrath has attacked Prime Minister John Key’s decision to divert five million dollars of taxpayers’ money to victims of the Canterbury earthquake, saying acts of charity should start at the individual level, not with ... More >>

Coroner David Crerar Must be Sacked!

Monday, 6 September 2010, 11:00 am | Libertarianz Party

"For Coroner David Crerar to use findings from his investigation of Napier gunman Jan Molenar and Senior Constable Len Snee to call for more oppressive gun laws is immoral and a smear on the actions of those who brought the siege to an end." More >>

Libz Defend Dairy Owners' Rights

Wednesday, 25 August 2010, 10:05 am | Libertarianz Party

Libertarianz Party leader Richard McGrath described Simon Power's proposed legislation to restrict the sale of alcohol at dairies and convenience stores as a "clumsy, racist, attempt to impose his Victorian attitudes on young people." Dr McGrath ... More >>

Blood on the Hands of Nanny State

Friday, 30 July 2010, 9:57 am | Libertarianz Party

“Nanny State has more blood on her hands - so why is everyone asking for more Nanny State?”  asks Peter Osborne, the Libertarianz Spokesman for Social Welfare, following the brutal death of Cezar Taylor. More >>

Cancel Top Public Health Position, Say Libz

Thursday, 22 July 2010, 9:12 am | Libertarianz Party

Libertarianz leader Richard McGrath suggested abolishing the director-general position at the Ministry of Health, in the wake of a struggle to find suitable applicants for the post. More >>

Make Paul The Octopus Rugby Ambassador

Monday, 12 July 2010, 1:14 pm | Libertarianz Party

Libertarianz leader Richard McGrath today nominated the British octopus known as Paul as replacement for ex-All Black Andy Haden, whose utterances could not be kept under tight government control. More >>

Thank You For The Tax Increase, Mr Smith

Friday, 2 July 2010, 9:10 am | Libertarianz Party

Libertarianz leader Richard McGrath heaped praise on Climate Change Minister Nick Smith for lifting energy prices today, but said the BlueLabour Government was far too lenient on Big Business and should have increased petrol and diesel prices by ... More >>

Greens Miffed at Missed Opportunity

Thursday, 10 June 2010, 9:35 am | Libertarianz Party

“It is fortunate indeed that the Greens have been shut out of the ‘Welfare Working Group Forum’ if any headway is to be made in ridding New Zealand of the cancer that is institutionalised welfarism,” said Peter Osborne, Libertarianz Social Welfare ... More >>

Sticking The Boot Into Taxpayers For $12m Piss-Up

Wednesday, 26 May 2010, 11:34 am | Libertarianz Party

Libertarianz leader Richard McGrath today tackled Rugby World Cup Minister Murray McCully on his intention to gouge another $12m out of taxpayers for the entertainment of guests during the 2011 Rugby World Cup. More >>

Libertarianz Alternative Budget 2010

Thursday, 20 May 2010, 9:41 am | Libertarianz Party

"I'm pleased to present a real alternative to the tax-and-spend budget that National will present today," Libertarianz Leader Richard McGrath said today. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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