Why all editors should be children

Reading a recently completed novel to your children can be a terrifying experience. Of course they’ll like it, mainly because there’s ice cream in the freezer if they laugh in the right places. But really, there’s no better way to …


New News

May already? They say our lives go faster because we do the same thing every day, over and over. So today I’m writing this in a submarine off the coast of Ghana. I’ve also started lying more. Some news. I …


Free credit!

That moment when your name appears on the credits for one of your favorite films (in this case WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE) yet you never lifted a finger. And are definitely not a special effects technician.


Bruce Springsteen for President

This picture was taken last night at Bruce Springsteen’s epic show in Auckland, New Zealand. He opened with a rendition of Lorde’s ‘Royals’ before embarking on a set list which made those lucky enough to be there smile like drunken …


Why being a Dad hurts

It’s still school holidays here in New Zealand. Perhaps my ten year old daughter is struggling for ideas. ‘Dad, can I kick you in the bum?’ ‘Okay… just once.’ ‘Wait, can I put shoes on?’




Kiwiana Goes Pop – Volume 2

A while back the first Kiwiana Goes Pop album was released featuring my song Good Keen Metrosexual. Kiwiana Goes Pop 2 is out now and features Billy T James, John Clarke and Tim Finn’s little known song ‘Runs in the …


5 things you won’t hear this December

1. I dont mind if our renovations aren’t finished by Xmas 2. I’ve just started Weight Watchers 3. Aren’t the staff friendly at the malls at the moment? 4. How’s this for luck? Boss has asked me to work New …



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