The war of words continues between Finance Minister Nicola Willis and former Finance Minister Ruth Richardson.

Richardson - the chair of the Taxpayers' Union - has been fronting a new campaign against Willis's fiscal decisions.

The pair have agreed to debate each other, but are yet to agree on when or where.

Newstalk ZB political reporter Ethan Griffiths says the pair have expressed interest in having the debate on Newstalk ZB, with Heather du Plessis-Allan overseeing it from the Breakfast slot.

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The war of words continues between Finance Minister Nicola Willis and former Finance Minister Ruth Richardson.
Richardson - the chair of the Taxpayers' Union - has been fronting a new campaign against Willis's fiscal decisions.
The pair have agreed to debate each other, but are yet to agree on when or where.
Newstalk ZB political reporter Ethan Griffiths says the pair have expressed interest in having the debate on Newstalk ZB, with Heather du Plessis-Allan overseeing it from the Breakfast slot.
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Ethan Griffiths: Newstalk ZB political reporter on the ongoing war of words between Nicola Willis and Ruth Richardson

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A book described as ‘the most devastating royal biography ever’ has been reissued, with new material on the behaviour of the former Prince Andrew revealed.

Author Andrew Lownie has updated his book on the former Duke and Duchess of York with a new chapter about Andrew and Sarah's behaviour based off interviews with multiple sources and numerous official information requests.

Lownie says the update is designed to give people more information following Andrew's arrest in February - and speculate about the former royal's future.

"We've got victims who are coming forward, we've got police investigations now, in several countries and several police forces. So I can give you another prediction - we're going to get plenty more new material." 

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A book described as ‘the most devastating royal biography ever’ has been reissued, with new material on the behaviour of the former Prince Andrew revealed.
Author Andrew Lownie has updated his book on the former Duke and Duchess of York with a new chapter about Andrew and Sarah's behaviour based off interviews with multiple sources and numerous official information requests.
Lownie says the update is designed to give people more information following Andrew's arrest in February - and speculate about the former royal's future.
"We've got victims who are coming forward, we've got police investigations now, in several countries and several police forces. So I can give you another prediction - we're going to get plenty more new material."&nbsp;

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Andrew Lownie: Royal biographer on his reissued book on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and what his future holds

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Daughters of the Sun and Moon by Lisa See. Some readers may remember her wonderful book The Island of Sea Women a few years ago which was simply outstanding - she writes terrific historical fiction. This new one is set in1870 when three Chinese women arrive separately in the tiny settlement of Los Angeles where they build new lives amidst racism and hardship. Dove, Petal and Moon navigate heartbreak, homesickness and friendship in a fascinating insight into that era, supported by photos and extensive research.

Rule of Lies by Jamison T.Firestone. Extraordinary nonfiction. This young American lawyer moved to the Soviet Union just as it was starting to unravel, where he was able to make the most of the newly arrived capitalism sweeping through Russia. The trouble was, so too did many of those coming out of the former USSR, with state sponsored corruption, theft and sabotage happening on an industrial scale. This is a jaw dropping account about a truly unbelievable time – just wait til you read about the IKEA scam. Fans of Bill Browder’s books will love it. 

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Daughters of the Sun and Moon by Lisa See. Some readers may remember her wonderful book The Island of Sea Women a few years ago which was simply outstanding - she writes terrific historical fiction. This new one is set in1870 when three Chinese women arrive separately in the tiny settlement of Los Angeles where they build new lives amidst racism and hardship. Dove, Petal and Moon navigate heartbreak, homesickness and friendship in a fascinating insight into that era, supported by photos and extensive research.
Rule of Lies by Jamison T.Firestone. Extraordinary nonfiction. This young American lawyer moved to the Soviet Union just as it was starting to unravel, where he was able to make the most of the newly arrived capitalism sweeping through Russia. The trouble was, so too did many of those coming out of the former USSR, with state sponsored corruption, theft and sabotage happening on an industrial scale. This is a jaw dropping account about a truly unbelievable time – just wait til you read about the IKEA scam. Fans of Bill Browder’s books will love it.&nbsp;
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Whitcoulls Recommends: Daughters of the Sun and Moon and Rule of Lies

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Vancouver's getting some extra attention this year as the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues - but what does the region offer outside of football?

Vancouver is regarded as a very walkable city and a hugely popular cruise port. 

Bloggeratlarge.com writer Megan Singleton revealed what you can do in Vancouver - and what cruises give you the best experience. 

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Vancouver's getting some extra attention this year as the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues - but what does the region offer outside of football?
Vancouver is regarded as a very walkable city and a hugely popular cruise port.&nbsp;
Bloggeratlarge.com writer Megan Singleton revealed what you can do in Vancouver - and what cruises give you the best experience.&nbsp;
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Megan Singleton: BloggerAtLarge.com writer on what Vancouver has to offer

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Ethan Griffiths: Newstalk ZB political reporter on the ongoing war of words between Nicola Willis and Ruth Richardson

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