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Is this man David Farrier?

21 June 202018 June 2020 by David Farrier

For years, people have been sending David Farrier photos of his stock model doppelgänger – a man who appears in every advert under the sun, from gynecological practices to 3-for-1 pizza deals. So Farrier decided to track him down. Every week I get a message from at least one person: “David, is this you in … Read more

The Bulletin: Govt gives and takes with Wellbeing Budget

31 May 2019 by Alex Braae

Good morning, and welcome to The Bulletin. In today’s edition: Govt gives and takes with first Wellbeing Budget, Treasury Secretary under immense pressure, and dozens of kākāpō sick from fungus. The question was asked in yesterday’s Bulletin – what does this government value enough to put real money towards? In the end, the Budget that was delivered wasn’t … Read more