Nuclear ships - Government policy

Date: 1984

From: Bromhead, Peter, 1933-:[Folder of original cartoons, concerning issues to do with nuclear power and weapons, published in the Auckland Star between 22 October 1981 and 10 December 1985].

Reference: A-305-213

Description: The cartoon shows the Labour Party grasping a nettle bush called the ANZUS treaty with a fake hand. A voice from the Labour Party says `Gotcha!'. Refers to the ANZUS treaty and Labour's difficulty in dealing with it because if its nuclear-free policy. Negatives at PA Collection 5371 Bromhead Collection Extended Title - Gotcha! The Labour Party. The ANZUS Treaty. Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Black ink on card 200 x 240 mm. Provenance: Donated by the artist in 1997.

Date: 1981

Reference: Eph-C-PEACE-1981-01

Description: Shows portrait of US Secretary of State Alexander Haig, with nuclear reactors printed over his eyes. Text says that the rally is organised by: Te Matakite, Nga Tuahine, the Home Base Campaign, WILPF (Women's International League for Peace and Freedom), Religious Society of Friends, World Peace Council, Third World Solidarity Committee, NZUSA, Progressive Students Alliance, CANWAR, Central American Committee, Victoria University Students' Association, Anglican Pacifist Fellowship, Women's Resource Centre. Part of the poster exhibition "I protest" displayed in th Alexander Turnbull Library foyer, Feb-April 1997. Quantity: 1 colour photo-mechanical print(s). Physical Description: Photolithograph 309 x 431 mm.

Date: 1985

From: Lodge, Nevile Sidney 1918-1989 :[Archive of original cartoons for the Evening Post and Sports Post, 1941 to 1988]

By: Evening Post (Wellington, N.Z.); Lodge, Nevile Sidney, 1918-1989

Reference: B-136-468

Description: Shows Lange and Mitterand, the French president, sitting at a table discussing New Zealand's nuclear-free policy. Extended Title - "New Zealand's attitude is that the Pacific area should be entirely non-nuclear" "and la France's attitude to your attitude is entirely non!" Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink, letratone and chinese white on paper, 315 x 390 mm Finding Aids: Photocopies available in Pictorial Reference Service.

Date: 1984

By: Bromhead, Peter, 1933-; Auckland star (Newspaper)

Reference: A-361-048/064

Description: Cartoons on New Zealand political and social issues. Quantity: 17 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Black ink on card, sizes vary. Provenance: Donated by the artist in 1997.

Date: 1983

From: Bromhead, Peter, 1933-:[Folder of original cartoons, concerning issues to do with nuclear power and weapons, published in the Auckland Star between 22 October 1981 and 10 December 1985].

Reference: A-305-206

Description: The cartoon shows a figure, `The Labour Party Faithful' being chased by a much larger character representing the 20th century. The child is screaming "Help!... The 20th century's trying to catch me again!!". Suggests that the Labour Party is behind the times, particularly when dealing with contemporary issues like nuclear power. Negatives at PA Collection 5371 Bromhead Collection Extended Title - The Labour Party faithful - Help! the 20th century is trying to catch me again!! Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Black ink on card 190 x 250 mm. Provenance: Donated by the artist in 1997.

Date: 1968 - 1987

By: Gibbard, Leslie, 1945-2010

Reference: B-142-009/014

Description: Cartoons done by Gibbard while he was in Paris that are not political but more general views of Paris. Also two cartoons that carry on the French theme as they discuss the anti-nuclear Pacific issue. Quantity: 6 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink drawings

Date: 1985

By: Darroch, Bob, 1940-

Reference: A-316-058

Description: American military chiefs consider the implications of New Zealand's anti-nuclear stance. A large map of the world is behind the group, divided up into 'Us' (U. S.) and 'Them' (T H E M) Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: A4 size ink and letraset drawing.

Date: 1984

From: Scott, Thomas, 1947- :[10 original cartoons. 1982-92].

Reference: C-125-067

Description: Six panels featuring Ronald Reagan, George Schulz, and David Lange, with the Americans making threats to Lange about the risks of establishing a nuclear-free zone in the Pacific. The Prime Minister of Rarotonga, Sir Tom Davis, complains to Lange about what New Zealanders are doing to the ANZUS pact, and Lange quotes the same threatening phrase as Reagan has used about New Zealand. Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink drawing, 416 x 590 mm

Date: 1982-1988

By: New Zealand Labour Party. Peace and Justice Forum

Reference: 90-368

Description: Minutes and correspondence of the Forum. Source of title - Supplied The Forum was formed in 1982 as a subcommittee of the wellington Regional Council Council of the Labour Party, to act as a pressure group on Party policy with regard to Pacific, defence and nuclear weaponry issues. Disbanded in 1988 when the nuclear-free defence issues were adopted. Quantity: 1 box(es). 0.10 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Mss, typescripts Finding Aids: Preliminary listing available.

Date: 1986

From: Hodgson, Trace, 1958- :[Original cartoons drawn in 1986, mainly for the New Zealand Listener].

Reference: C-133-131

Description: Shows a view of Prime Minister David Lange and his suitcase from a viewpoint behind Mr Lange's trousers. There is a big United States footprint on his behind. The suitcase labels indicate that he is travelling from Manila back to Wellington. This cartoon was published in the New Zealand Listener on 26 July 1986. Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink drawing 320 x 487 mm, on sheet 440 x 640 mm. Provenance: Purchased in 2003.

Date: 1992

From: Tremain, Garrick fl 1990s :Otago Daily Times cartoons. 7 December 1992 - 30 January 1993

Reference: H-135-010

Description: Shows 2 men sitting on a bench in parliament grounds. They are looking at an enormous illuminated sign on top of Parliament House proclaiming the benefits of nuclear propulsion. Refers to the government's desire to overturn the ban on entry to New Zealand ports by nuclear-powered ships Quantity: 1 cartoon bromide(s).

Date: 1992

From: Clark, Laurence (Klarc), 1949- :New Zealand Herald cartoon bromides, 1 - 29 August 1992

Reference: H-006-009

Description: Shows a submarine entering Auckland Harbour surrounded by dolphins. Refers to the suggestion made by Prime Minister Bolger of relaxing New Zealand's ban on nuclear ships Quantity: 1 cartoon bromide(s). Physical Description: Bromide photograph

Date: 1989

By: White, Cecil John, 1900-1986; Finey, George Edmond, 1895-1987; Bromhead, Peter, 1933-; Low, David Alexander Cecil (Sir), 1891-1963; Ball, Murray Hone, 1939-2017; Moir, Alan, 1947-; Scott, Thomas Joseph, 1947-; New Zealand. Ministry of External Relations and Trade; Grant, Ian Fraser, 1940-; Brockie, Robert Ellison (Dr), 1932-; Glover, Thomas Ellis, 1891?-1938

Reference: A-370-001/049

Description: Forty nine cartoons by Unk White, George Finey, Peter Bromhead, David Low, Murray Ball, Alan Moir, Tom Scott, Tom Glover and Bob Brockie for the Drawing the Line exhibition for the Ministry of External Relations and Trade, 1989. 'Drawing the Line: Cartoons across the Tasman' was an exhibition of cartoons by New Zealand cartoonists about Australian issues and the relationship between New Zealand and Australia, curated by Ian F. Grant for the New Zealand Ministry of External Relations and Trade. The exhibition toured Australian cities in 1989. Quantity: 49 b&w photo-mechanical print(s). Physical Description: 49 laser prints on card, sizes vary.

Date: 1980-1999

By: McKinnon, Malcolm A (Dr), 1950-

Reference: 2000-064

Description: Comprise photocopies of articles, extracts from books, research essays, and extracts from Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade files; also submissions to the Defence Committee of Enquiry 1986 re the question of the purchase of frigates, and papers from the NZ Political Science Association Conference of 1989, as well as some correspondence. Research notes for chapters in `New Zealand in World Affairs Vol 3 1972-1990', published 1999. Source of title - supplied Relationship complexity - Other papers at 98-170 Quantity: 6 folder(s). 0.10 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Mss, typescripts, printed matter (photocopies) Finding Aids: Preliminary list available.

Date: 1983

From: Various cartoonists :[Collection of political cartoons belonging to former Labour Cabinet minister Ann Hercus. 1979-1987]

By: Minhinnick, Gordon Edward George (Sir), 1902-1992

Reference: C-176-009

Description: Shows David Lange, Ann Hercus, Helen Clark and Russell Marshall dressed as marching girls. Lange, as leader, is trying to get them to march in the opposite direction, only to be knocked to one side by Hercus, who marches in front. Behind them is a loud speaker that hails 'Nuclear bogey'. Refers to the growing public opposition to nuclear ships being allowed into New Zealand waters, spearheaded by Lange Inscriptions: Recto - bottom right - Minhinnick [in felt pen]; Recto - beneath image - N.Z. Herald, 10.5.83 [in felt pen] Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink, letratone and white corrector, 280 x 435 mm (image)

Date: August 1973

From: Kennedy, Ronald Edwin, 1925-2003 :[Original cartoons, albums of clippings and a metal printing plate, created by and belonging to Ronald Kennedy (Ronken), ca 1967-1983]

Reference: A-456-150

Description: Cartoon by Ronald Edwin Kennedy depicting the cartoon character "Popeye the Sailor". In his right hand he holds an open can labelled "Popeye spinach" and an arrow points to the bulge on his forearm with the caption "The spinach causes the mutation". On the bulge of his left arm he has a tattoo which reads "USS Texas". Title caption reads "No radiation leaks from nuclear warships - Official assurance". Printed number bottom left reads "GE 656". Relates to the arrival of the nuclear-powered frigate USS "Texas" in Auckland in August 1983 which caused antinuclear protests because of the possible public safety risks. Title supplied by Library Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Black ink and felt pen drawing within printed Ronken frame, 210 x 242mm.

Date: August 1973

From: Kennedy, Ronald Edwin, 1925-2003 :[Original cartoons, albums of clippings and a metal printing plate, created by and belonging to Ronald Kennedy (Ronken), ca 1967-1983]

Reference: A-456-151

Description: Cartoon by Ronald Edwin Kennedy depicting the cartoon character "Popeye the Sailor" with three eyes in his head saying to a woman "That's right - my ship's the Texas! - How did you guess?" Printed number bottom left reads "GE 656". Relates to the arrival of the nuclear-powered frigate USS "Texas" in Auckland in August 1983 which caused antinuclear protests because of possible public safety risks, such as radiation causing mutations. Title supplied by Library Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Black felt pen drawing within printed Ronken frame, 210 x 242mm. Printing note in blue biro.

Date: 1991

From: Clark, Laurence [Klarc] :[Cartoons by Clark from the NZ Herald 1991-1994]

Reference: A-301-005

Description: Prime Minister Jim Bolger bursting through a brick wall, smiling, holding a folder marked 'law changes' in his hand. Refers to proposed changes in New Zealand's nuclear-free status Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink and wash drawing, A4 size, taped to card

Date: 1987

From: Lodge, Nevile Sidney 1918-1989 :[Archive of original cartoons for the Evening Post and Sports Post, 1941 to 1988]

By: Evening Post (Wellington, N.Z.); Lodge, Nevile Sidney, 1918-1989

Reference: B-136-693

Description: A group of reporters are questioning Prime Minister, David Lange about fears that New Zealand's anti-nuclear policy will deny New Zealand access to the European butter markets. The Prime Minister tells them cheerfully that then the government will have achieved its aim of a balanced economy - a huge deficit and a huge butter surplus. Quantity: 1 photocopy/ies. Physical Description: 1 photocopy A3 size Finding Aids: Photocopies available in Pictorial Reference Service.

Date: 1985

From: Lodge, Nevile Sidney 1918-1989 :[Archive of original cartoons for the Evening Post and Sports Post, 1941 to 1988]

Reference: B-136-413/452

Description: Cartoons commenting on social and political life in 1985 including the economy, particuarly the value of the New Zealand dollar and inflation. There are also images about defence in relation to New Zealand's No Nukes position. Quantity: 39 drawing(s). Physical Description: Ink drawings