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Nisbet, Alistair, 1958- :"Observe... the breath of life!" 1 May 2011

Date: 2011

From: Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0017882

Description: In the first of two frames the new leader of the ACT Party, Don Brash, tries to resuscitate a man who represents 'Capitalism' and in the second frame leader of the new Mana Party, Hone Harawira, tries to resuscitate a man who represents 'Activism'. Both of them say 'Observe... The breath of life!' Context - Don Brash overthrew the former ACT leader, Rodney Hide in a bloodless coup and has taken his place so that the ACT Party which includes the initiator of 'Rogernomics', Roger Douglas, becomes a very right-wing capitalist party while Hone Harawira, who left the Maori Party because of ideological differences has started the Mana Party which will be more left wing and activist than the Maori Party. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

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Nisbet, Alistair, 1958- :Save the spirit of the land!! 'Greenies? Who needs em!l' Chris...

Date: 2002

From: Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DX-006-043

Description: Environment Minister Marion Hobbs is shown carrying a slogan 'Save the spirit of the land!!' while wearing gumboots and a stem of maize through her head. She assures us that while she's in carge of the environment the Green Party is not necessary. Quantity: 1 digital image(s).

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Evans, Malcolm Paul, 1945-:[Brash and Hide.] 28 April 2011

Date: 2011

From: Evans, Malcolm Paul, 1945- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0017698

Description: The cartoon shows former leader of the National Party, Don Brash, dressed as a groom with an 'ACT' badge on his lapel. He holds the hand of his diminutive bride, former ACT leader Rodney Hide, who stands in a pool of blood with a dagger stuck into his back and who holds a bouquet of lilies. Both grin broadly. Context - The ousting of Rodney Hide from the leadership of the ACT Party by Don Brash who is the new leader. There was obviously considerable political manoeuvring behind the scenes before the announcement was made - ACT now has both Roger Douglas and Don Brash as lead members - both far right. This move will have been of great interest to the National Party also. Title provided Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

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Evans, Malcolm Paul, 1945- :"Mana - an old Maori word for honour, regard, esteem and re...

Date: 2011

From: Evans, Malcolm Paul, 1945- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0017802

Description: The cartoon shows former Green Party MP Sue Bradford and the leader of the new Mana Party, Hone Harawira, together holding a banner saying 'Vote Mana'. Sue Bradford thinks 'Mana - an old Maori word for honour, regard, esteem and respect' and Hone Harawira thinks 'or an old testament word (manna) for lots of free stuff falling from heaven!' Context - The new Mana Party suggesting rather different ideals for Sue Bradford and Hone Harawira. Colour and black and white versions available Quantity: 2 digital cartoon(s).

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Evans, Malcolm Paul, 1945- :'You mongrels interviewed National MPs many more times than...

Date: 2012

From: Evans, Malcolm Paul, 1945- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0023486

Description: Former Leader of the Labour Party, Phil Goff, confronts a reporter about his coverage of National Party members of parliament during the 2011 elections in New Zealand. The reporter states he was told not provide media coverage of Goff by members of the National Party. Refers to research by a Massey University professor that four of the country's top newspapers were biased in their coverage of the 2011 election. The study revealed that all four papers exhibited substantial bias in their selection and use of images during the election campaign, most of it in favour of Key and the National Party. Colour and black and white versions available Quantity: 2 digital cartoon(s).

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Evans, Malcolm Paul, 1945- :[Maori Party Endangered Species] 24 January 2013

Date: 2013

From: Evans, Malcolm Paul, 1945- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0023895

Description: Cartoon showing Members of Parliament Tariana Turia and Pita Sharples, co-leaders of the Maori Party, as birds sitting in a nest in a tree. Meanwhile, a cat paw with claws out labelled, 'Hone" reaches towards them. Turia looks nervous, and Sharples has his eyes closed. Refers to Hone Harawira, an MP who split with the Maori party in 2011 to form his own party, the Mana Party. There is speculation that Harawira may take over for Turia, who is standing down from leadership. (Newstalk ZB, 23 Jan 2013) Colour and black and white versions available Quantity: 2 digital cartoon(s).

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Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :"I'm going in...and may be some time!". 20 June 2013

Date: 2013

From: Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0025294

Description: Lianne Dalziel takes on the role of Captain Oates in the Scott polar expedition of 1912 as she strides out into the blizzard, heading for the 'CCC' (Christchurch City Council). Unlike Oates, her last words are 'I'm going IN...and may be some time'. In June 2013 the Labour Member of Parliament for Christchurch East, Lianne Dalziel, announced that she would stand for the Mayoralty of Christchurch and would resign from Parliament. Would her attempt be successful or would it be regarded as an heroic self-sacrifice for the Labour Party? Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

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Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :Lab. 2 October 2014

Date: 2014

From: Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0029552

Description: Shows Labour Party politicians fighting. Robertson says "Labour's version of 'The Block'... we don't build...". Cunliffe replies "We just knock each other's blocks off!". Includes David Cunliffe, David Parker, Grant Robinson, David Shearer, Kelvin Davis, and other members. Refers to the Labour Party leadership contest and 'The Block' television series. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

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Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :Cun Buck. 30 September 2014

Date: 2014

From: Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0029550

Description: Shows David Cunliffe as a cowboy who has been thrown from his horse ('Labour'). Refers to Cunliffe as a horse whisperer. Cunliffe says "Trust me... his body language tells me to get back on and ride him to victory!". Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

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Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :Labour. 22 September 2014

Date: 2014

From: Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0029545

Description: Shows Labour looking unstable and brittle. Refers to the damage following the general election. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

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Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :X Factor. 23 October 2014

Date: 2014

From: Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0029800

Description: Cartoon shows a potential leaders of the Labour Party singing on stage at the auditions for the television talent show, The X Factor. A voice from off-stage calls out, "Wrong audition! The Labour 'yawn factor's' down the road. Labour party members portrayed from left to right are Grant Robertson, Andrew Little, David Parker, and Nanaia Mahuta. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

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Nisbet, Alistair, 1958- :'Good old ACT! Usually it's the body runnin' 'round without a ...

Date: 2012

From: Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0020253

Description: Shows ACT MP John Banks as a bodiless head with a chicken comb and wattles and a feathery tail. Context: Since Don Brash stepped down on election night after ACT won only 1.07 per cent of the party vote, ACT has been without a leader. Now ACT has selected John Banks, the only ACT MP to gain a seat in the 2011 election, as their new leader. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

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Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :New Zealand First. 15 October 2012

Date: 2012

From: Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0023238

Description: Shows the `New Zealand First' logo altered to depict silhouettes of people fighting. Refers to the political party, NZ First, which has been embroiled in infighting after a blog slammed the performance of some of its MPs. (Stuff.co.nz, 17 Oct 2012) Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

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Evans, Malcolm Paul, 1945- :"By addressing the real issues, Mana and the Greens are mak...

Date: 2012

From: Evans, Malcolm Paul, 1945- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0023177

Description: A Labour Party aide tells Labour leader David Shearer and deputy who both appear as clowns, that 'by addressing the real issues, Mana and the Greens are making Labour look silly. David Shearer holds a document entitled 'Dotcom etc.' Context: Refers to the Labour Party's call for an investigation into the Dotcom affair. Cartoon suggests that the Labour Party would better use its resources by addressing the real issues like unemployment, attacks on welfare beneficiaries, education, poverty etc. Colour and black and white versions available Quantity: 2 digital cartoon(s).

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Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :'New strengthening code for party leaders eh, John?' 9 Decembe...

Date: 2012

From: Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0023621

Description: Shows David Shearer, Leader of the Labour Party/Leader of the Opposition, and Prime Minister John Key, both surrounded by scaffolding. Both leaders have black eyes and a number of injuries. Shearer says, 'New strengthening code for party leaders, eh John?' and Key responds, 'Absolutely, Dave!' Refers to new plans for earthquake strengthening in response to the Canterbury earthquakes. Shearer recently faced a challenge by Labour Party rival David Cunliffe, and Key has faced opposition and been heavily criticised for a number of ongoing issues, such as child poverty, asset sales, breaches of privacy and information leaks in government departments, offensive public statements, and problems at the Ministry of Education. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

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Evans, Malcolm Paul, 1945- :'Beware the Ides of February!' 20 November 2012

Date: 2012

From: Evans, Malcolm Paul, 1945- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0023428

Description: Shows David Shearer, leader of the Labour Party, dressed as Caesar and standing proudly, giving a thumbs up. Grant Robertson, deputy leader of the Labour Party, waves a hand from behind a column next to Shearer. David Cunliffe hides behind a column behind both of them and warns them to beware February. Refers to divisions within the Labour party, where David Cunliffe unsuccessfully challenged the leadership of David Shearer. Another vote will be held in February 2013. (Stuff.co.nz, 20 Nov 2012) Colour and black and white versions available Quantity: 2 digital cartoon(s).

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Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :'And I state right now that my leadership is secure, my Labour...

Date: 2012

From: Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.); Sunday star times (Newspaper)

Reference: DCDL-0023437

Description: Shows Labour Leader David Shearer sweating as he sits in a boiling pot of water. Refers to challenges to Shearer's leadership. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

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Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :'Good honest 1950s, well presented...not too flashy...' 17 Oct...

Date: 2012

From: Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0023435

Description: Two workers gaze up at David Shearer's head, and praise the Leader of the Labour party, who is perched upon the word, 'Labour' at the top of a mountain of rubbish. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

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Evans, Malcolm Paul, 1945- :'Welcome aboard JT!' 3 December 2012

Date: 2012

From: Evans, Malcolm Paul, 1945- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0023560

Description: Shows Grant Robertson and David Shearer, Deputy Leader and Leader of the Labour Party, in a sinking boat labelled Labour Party, welcoming former Member of Parliament John Tamihere, who holds a suitcase labelled baggage. The Labour party voted to allow Tamihere, who is a talk back host on Radio Live to rejoin the party, despite his history of sexist comments. Colour and black and white versions available Quantity: 2 digital cartoon(s).

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Evans, Malcolm Paul, 1945- :Key does deal with the minor parties ... 5 December 2011

Date: 2011

From: Evans, Malcolm Paul, 1945- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0019652

Description: Depicts Prime Minister John Key wearing Black Caps cricket uniform and a helmet labelled 'N' batting in cricket match. The heads of United Future MP Peter Dunne and ACT Party MP John Banks are attached to the knee pads of Key. Peter Dunne says 'One of his pads! - not the role I had in mind!'. John Banks says 'its better than being stuffed down the front of his pants!'. A tiny creature behind the cricket stumps says 'Ow's that' Text: Key does deal with the minor parties Context: John Banks and Peter Dunne have made confidence and supply agreements with the National Party helping it to form a government following the 2011 General Elections. In return Banks receives two ministerial roles and two associate ministerial posts outside Cabinet. Dunne retains his revenue portfolio and Associate Health Minister role, plus gains a newly created Associate Minister of Conservation post. Banks and Dunne also receive a number of policy commitments from National. New Zealand Black Caps cricket team played a two test series against Australia in December 2011. Colour and black and white versions available Quantity: 2 digital cartoon(s).

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