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Date: 1999

By: Scott, Thomas Joseph, 1947-; Evening Post (Wellington, N.Z.)

Reference: H-587-001/021

Description: Political cartoons. Shows a redneck's nightmare, ownership of the Whanganui River is given to Maori who loaded it onto the back of a truck and took it away. Comment on executive golden handshakes and reduntant workers having to sign up for the dole. Shows violent offenders at Paremoremo Prison selecting soft movies like 'The Sound of Music'. In the middle of a power blackout the family try and read the latest power bill, it's gone up. The effect on the opposition of Jonah Lomu being left on the reserve bench. Statue of Liberty calls for the poor and huddled masses but says 'no' to New Zealand lamb. Comment on New Zealand's response to America's tariffs on New Zealand lamb. The common man comments on Bill English upstaging Jenny Shipley at the National Party Conference. Maori MP calls for quotas in the public sector that will ensure employment for ethnic minorities. Hospital hygeine is called into doubt. A politician trys to sell the idea of deregulating the Dairy Industry. A woman comments to her husband that it's a good thing young men eventually grow out of wanting more sex. He wistfully agrees. Obituary for JFK Jr. 1960-1999 Comment on youth alcohol consumption. Auckland Hospital try to reassure the public all babies are born equally there but not necessarily treated equally after that. Comment on Christine rankin's over the top refurbishment of the dept of work and income. Celebration of three New Zealand triumphs. Mike Moore gets top job at WTO, the All Blacks beat the Australians and the Black Caps cricket team beat the English at Lords. Paul Holmes promotes his autobiography. F-16 fighter planes are promoted by an Air Force Officer. The lowering of the drinking age is debated in Parliament. Boys try to come to terms with the news that girls are better pupils than boys. Quantity: 21 cartoon bromide(s). Physical Description: B5 size bromides.

Date: 1993

By: Scott, Thomas Joseph, 1947-

Reference: H-652-015

Description: New Zealand prime minister Jim Bolger takes as a compliment Australian prme minister Paul Keating's insult. Exhibition caption reads - Paul Keating's outspokenness did not noticeably diminish during the Australian Prime Minister's visit to New Zealand in 1993. There was not a close relationship between Keating's Labour government and Jim Bolger's National one, and the Australians were impatient of what they perceived as New Zealand's dithering on defence and economic matters. Exhibited in 'The Other Side of the Ditch' exhibition of cartoons on the New Zealand-Australian relationship curated by Ian F. Grant of the New Zealand Cartoon Archive and exhibited in the National Library Gallery from 28 November 2001 to 24 February 2002 to mark the centenary of Australian Federation. Also exhibited at X Space Gallery, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland in mid-March 2002 and at Old Parliament House, Canberra, Australia from 26 March 2003 to 29 June 2003. Published in 'The Other Side of the Ditch' by Ian F. Grant, published by the New Zealand Cartoon Archive in association with Tandem Press, 2001. Quantity: 1 photocopy/ies A4 size photocopy.. Physical Description: A4 size photocopy.

Date: 1999

By: Hodgson, Trace, 1958-; Metro (Periodical)

Reference: A-129-065/095

Description: 31 original cartoons published in Metro Magazine which illustrated Bill Ralston's 'Godzone' column and the letters page. Quantity: 31 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Black ink, gouache and coloured pencil. Sizes vary, approximately 420mm x 300mm.

Date: 1998

By: Scott, Thomas Joseph, 1947-; Evening Post (Wellington, N.Z.)

Reference: H-448-083/102

Description: Political cartoons. President Clinton goes on television to clear his name of sex scandal allegations. Lockwood Smith pledges drought relief to the farmers of Marlborough. Taxpayers get hit for $270 million payouts to Equiticorp statutory managers. A Texas justice representative justifies their views on capital punishment. 158 years after the birth of New Zealand, historians work out why the country still suffers from labour pains - fish hooks in Article II of the Treaty. Titewhai Harawira makes Leader of the Opposition, Helen Clark weep at Waitangi. Shows an alternate way Titewhai Harawira could have protested over Helen Clark speaking on the marae. Jenny Shipley and Helen Clark outline their positions on military action against Iraq. Comment on the proposed military bombing solution for dealing with Iraq's chemical weapons. New Zealand cricket fans get excited over the Black Caps beating the Australian Cricket team. Te Papa gets the thumps up. Jenny Shipley dons her armour and helmet to do battle. The Press Gallery at Parliament struggle to describe the Prime Minister's, Jenny Shipley's, State of the Nation speech. Comment on National's Code of Social Responsibility. Helen Clark, who has been critical of the parenting skills of other MP's is reminded of Frank Sinatra's advise to the Pope on the issue of birth control, 'He no play da game, he no make the rules...' The newly streamlined Mercury Energy is responsible for plunging Auckland into ongoing power cuts. An Iraqi child survivor of American bombing reads, a letter from the President, Bill Clinton. Members of the Board of Mercury Energy are wired to the main power grid - they will be the first to know when the energy to Auckland returns. A Mercury Energy executive defends their performance. Winston Peters unveils his preferred immigration application form. Quantity: 20 cartoon bromide(s). Physical Description: B5 size bromides.

Date: 1911

By: Low, David Alexander Cecil (Sir), 1891-1963

Reference: C-047-004

Description: A series of vignettes making comic suggestions about a range of current topics, starting with the implications of an Anglo-German friendship league and an Anglo-American arbitration treaty. The figures depicted include George V shaking hands with Kaiser Bill, 'The new John Bull' dressed in top hat and the Stars and Stripes, references to William Massey, Herries 'Sir Wilfrid' and Sir Joseph Ward, references to penny postage in Australia and to the growing population of the North Island vs the South Island and their respective electoral representation Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink 530 x 403 mm

Date: 1998

By: Scott, Thomas Joseph, 1947-; Evening Post (Wellington, N.Z.)

Reference: H-539-044/062

Description: Astronauts try to escape the reminiscing of an earlier generation astronaut. Saddam Hussein and Bill Clinton work out a deal where Clinton looks good to the American public at mid-term elections, and America lifts the sanctions against Iraq. Inland Revenue Department employees sell information about clients to debt collection agencies. Tales of extraordinary courage including reading Jim Bolger's autobiography 'view from the top' in one sitting. Richard Prebble offers words of encouragement to Jenny Shipley and at the same time secures a ball and chain around her ankle. Rod Deane of Telecom manipulates the Maurice Williamson puppet while saying it is the Minister's call whether they deregulate further or not. A large shark (Shamrock Holdings) is about to devour a smaller shark (BIL) in a corporate raid. Generation X do not really benefit from changes to the student loan scheme. Jenny Shipley drives a stake through the heart of John Luxton for backing Producer Board reform. Iraq stands defiantly against the United States until they see the proximity of their weapons. Comparison between Theodore Roosevelt's and John Luxton's approach to problems. Jenny Shipley considers face-to-face diplomacy with Malaysian leader, Mr Anwar. Comment on Winston Peter's ability to bounce back come election time. Web pages have been sabotaged world-wide forcing people into unfamiliar pastimes like talking to their children. The political right is about to be hit by a train (Labour and the Alliance Parties). Jenny Shipley views economic policy and intervention differently from the comfort of Singapore. Comment on the outrage generated by the idea of having a compulsory photo identification on drivers' licences. National's defence policy regarding a 3rd ANZAC frigate comes under question by the Prime Minister. General Pinochet may be sent back to Chile to stand trial on charges of torture, murder and genocide. Quantity: 21 cartoon bromide(s). Physical Description: B5 size bromides.

Date: 1998

By: Scott, Thomas Joseph, 1947-; Evening Post (Wellington, N.Z.)

Reference: H-539-022/043

Description: Political cartoons. Comment on the growing gap between the rich and poor in New Zealand. Soldiers explain why it is humane to cut people's throats once they've been driven from their homes. Jenny Shipley reacts negatively to Jim Bolger's book. Jenny Shipley does a unicycle act on the high/slack wire. She can't look down for fear of falling, and she can't look up for fear of the coalition government she carries on her shoulders. Jack Elder and Tuku Morgan line-up behind Tau Henare in a new political allegiance. The American Republicans are exposed in their determination to impeach President Clinton over sex allegations no matteer what public opinion is. Jenny Shipley announces under National's new housing policy people in sub-standard housing will be assisted to buy their properties rather than rent them. Tim Shadbolt has been re-elected Mayor of Invercargill. Russia backs the bloody regime of Slobodan Milosivic against the Albanians. Jenny Shipley receives a negative reaction from the Dairy Board members over comments they should dig their own graves and make their wills. Jenny Shipley's intention of ending the Producer Board's statutory monopolies is thinnly veiled to avoid farmer backlash prior to the election. The Labour Party surges in the polls although their visibility is low. A paralell is drawn between roading reforms proposals and the manner Warriors' boss comments on players like Matthew Ridge. Commment on telephone electronic cueing messages. Canadian newspapers report that Wellington has the best views in the world. A Wellintonian watches as storms blow uprooted trees, boats, cars and other debris past his window. General Pinochet in jail being interrogated over his part in crimes of terrorism committed against Chilean critics of his Military Junta. Two contenders for the Auckland Blues Rugby coaching job are given a lesson in sportsmanship. Otago win the NPC (National Provincial Championships). Palestinian and Israeli leaders are booed by their supporters for their efforts to bring peace to the Middle East. The Met. office build an ark as an indication of the weather to come. Tuariki Delamere considers his political future. Tau Henare sums up the essence of his new Mauri Pacific Party. Quantity: 22 cartoon bromide(s). Physical Description: B5 size bromides.

Date: 1841-1972

From: Australian Joint Copying Project : Miscellaneous Series microfilm

Reference: Micro-MS-Coll-20-2722

Description: Selected records from the manuscripts collections of Arundel Castle, the Barker family of East Lodge, Bakewell, Edward Carpenter, the Elmhurst Papers, the Fowler family of Wadsley Hall and Matthias Spencer & Sons; the Dr Albert Ballard, Sheffield Cooperative Party and Daniel Doncaster & Sons records, although listed, have not been copied Quantity: 1 microfilm reel(s).

Date: 1999

By: Scott, Thomas Joseph, 1947-; Evening Post (Wellington, N.Z.)

Reference: H-558-021/041

Description: Political cartoons. Treasury advocates currency union with USA. Lockwoock Smith is put in charge of the Tourism portfolio and left to clean up following the Tourism Board fallout. The battle for the head of the World Trade Organisation continues, New Zealander Mike Moore, is one of the 2 contenders. Drivers face problems and delays as new re-licensing system comes into force. Fire Services boss Roger Estall is advied to quit. Helen Clark launches her election pledge card. Fire Services boss, Roger Estell plunders again in the public relations field. Bill English explains the reason behind selling Contact Energy to overseas investors was to retire overseas debt. Comment on who should pay for using the roads. A Nato representative explains the accidental bombing of the Chinese Embassy in Belgrade. The National Party cabinet discuss what to do with the budget surpluses. Max Bradford suggests buying back the dams and lowering the price of power. After several coup in Fiji, democracy is starting to grow again. Roger Estall, Fire Service boss, is urged to quit and take a Government pay-out. Bill Birch presents his last budget as National Party finance minister. New Zealand celebrates beating the Australians in cricket. Comment on the closing of mental health institutions and patients being thrown to under resourced commuity health services. New Zealand is like a lamb to the slaughter after opening trade to the world by removing trade barriers, however the rest of the world, particularly the United States is not following our lead. Comment on the All Black coach, John Hart dropping Isitolo Maka from the All Black squad. Max Bradford attempts to justify increased power prices due to electricity reform. Paralells are drawn between the sheep subsidy of the 1980's and the effect of MMP in subsidising new politicians. The Crusaders win the Super 12 tournament. Quantity: 21 cartoon bromide(s). Physical Description: B5 size bromides.

Date: 1994

From: Murdoch, Sharon Gay, 1960-:Cartoon entries for Qantas Media Awards, 1994. October to November 1994

Reference: H-232-002

Description: Shows a kangaroo pushing a kiwi out the door of an aeroplane with is feet. Far below the plane is the outline of Australia and New Zealand. Refers to the `Open Skies' negotiations between New Zealand and Australia. Quantity: 1 cartoon bromide(s). Finding Aids: Photocopies available at Pictorial Reference Service..

Date: 1979 - 1988

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

Reference: A-337-104/130

Description: Cartoons on New Zealand political, economic and trade issues. Quantity: 27 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Black ink on card, approximately A4, sizes vary. Provenance: Donated by the artist in 1997.

Date: 1980

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-135-708

Description: The scene is the Minister of Transport's desk. Colin McLaughlin is asleep with his feet up on the desk. A 'do not disturb' sign hangs on the desk and he has been asleep for so long that cobwebs have formed on him. The tray on his desk is labelled 'pending' and 'for govt. consideration (some time)'. In the tray sits the '1979 Scott report recommending W'gton airport runway extension'. Extended Title - Coming to Wellington to discuss closer ties between Australia and New Zealand, the Australian P.M. had to land at Christchurch as the Wellington Airport runway is too short for Mr. Fraser's 707 aircraft Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink, letratone, white gouache and crayon, 445 x 320 mm Finding Aids: Photocopies available in Pictorial Reference Service.

Date: 1997

By: Scott, Thomas Joseph, 1947-; Evening Post (Wellington, N.Z.)

Reference: H-418-022/043

Description: Political cartoons. John Collinge, former High Commissioner to London and a former National Party President is accused of prodigious sexual activity. British colonial rule ends in Hong Kong, the territory is handed back to China. Illustration of the issue of cross-dressing within the New Zealand Police. Problems with moving the Beehive building. Martian exploration on other planets. Jim Bolger reacts nervously to his coalition government's announcement of a proposed compulsory retirement savings scheme. Paper boys consider compulsory retirement and it's costs. Relations between Bill English and Neil Kirton continue to be filled with animosity. Winston Peters is selective in which inquiry findings he'll accept. Jenny Shipley hedges her bets in backing compulsory superannuation schemes. Roger Douglas is raised from the dead to support national's compulsory superannuation scheme. Alamein Kopu leaves her party to become an independent MP. Alamein Kopu tells Parliament all her contributions to the house will be in Maori. Some MP's aren't worried as she is rarely in the house. Secret Australian briefing papers call Winston Peters a 'loose cannon...' Jenny Shipley uses fear tactics to promote her compulsory superannuation scheme. Alamein Kopu speaks Maori in the House of Representatives. Some MP's are not impressed. Bill English continues to attack Neil Kirton. Tau Henare gives out advice. Obituary for politician Matiu Rata 1934-1997. Winston Peters makes uncharacteristically responsible ethical statements. As Labour leader Helen Clark keeps a low profile her popularity in the preferred Prime Minister polls sours above Jim Bolgers. Jim Bolger feels he may be a target at the National Party Conference. Quantity: 22 cartoon bromide(s). Physical Description: B5 size bromides. Processing information: Subject headings updated in 2022 as part of inclusive metadata work.

Date: 1986 - 1992

From: Heath, Eric Walmsley 1923- :[Cartoons on topics of defence, politics, social issues, whimsy, medical issues, pollution, conservationists, trade unions, space exploration, animals, police & crime, Television, farming, sport, war, and transport. 1970-1990s].

By: Heath, Eric Walmsley, 1923-

Reference: B-144-604/635

Description: Includes cartoons about: David Lange proposes better relations with Australia; the French torture the New Zealand kiwi; concorde pilot asked to ship live sheep; wealthy American businessmen try a deal with desperate Hawkes Bay farmers; the French ask David Lange to release the Rainbow Warrior saboteurs; Australians upset by New Zealand's winning a carpetting contract in Canberra; Lange savaged during attempts to trade butter with the EEC "club"; USA President Ronald Reagan takes Australian PM Bob Hawke away from "this nasty area" of New Zealand; USA gets tough with New Zealand; New Zealand's trade threatened by split with ANZUS; troubled trade relations with Libya,Iran, EEC, USA; Fijian Indians want to migrate to New Zealand; Australia threatens trade cuts for non-participation in ANZUS; Kiwifruit for the Ayatollah (Khomeini of Iran); Sir Joh Bjelke-Petersen loses popularity; Kiwi expatriates laze in the Queensland sun drinking beer; the snake of CER (Australian Closer Economic Relations); David Lange asks Bob Hawke for the boat "Akarana" back; new "Asian" city for Helensville; MP Marshall to consider tougher measures with China if necessary; no political asylum in New Zealand for Fiji Indian; huge power plant for North Island planned using Australian coal; French MP Michel Rocard promises to try and help New Zealand trade in the EEC; Chinese immigrants arrive; 100,000 live sheep leave for the Persian Gulf countries; Jim Bolger goes to Baghdad with a feather in his cap; Foreign Affairs Minister Don McKinnon is keen on new links with the USA; US President George Bush allocates Jim Bolger two minutes' conversation in the men's toilets; Jim Bolger visites British PM John Major; Bill Birch announces that migrants are essential; Jim Bolger and Don McKinnon are successful in getting New Zealand a place on the UN Security Council; US President Bill Clinton likes New Zealand green-lipped mussels. Arranged chronologically, according to the dates of "Dominion" clippings in Heath's albums (at E-521/547-q). Those for which no date could be found are arranged at around the estimated date. Inscriptions: Recto - Signed, but almost all undated, by artist. Quantity: 32 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink on paper, sizes approximately 420 x 500 mm. Provenance: Donated by the artist in 1996.

Date: 1983 - 1985

From: Heath, Eric Walmsley 1923- :[Cartoons on topics of defence, politics, social issues, whimsy, medical issues, pollution, conservationists, trade unions, space exploration, animals, police & crime, Television, farming, sport, war, and transport. 1970-1990s].

By: Heath, Eric Walmsley, 1923-

Reference: B-144-586/603

Description: Includes cartoons about: Giant sheep proposed for New Zealand; Rob Muldoon between the devil and the EEC (French as neutron bomb testers and as potential butter export markets); Deputy PM Duncan McIntyre makes no comment about the saga of the Russian research ship; New Zealand has to compete with Australia for kiwifruit exports; NZ butter dumped in the EEC; Australian redback spiders and CER (Closer Economic Relations); sheep forced to become a pavement artist to support New Zealand; Prime Minister Muldoon meets President Mitterand with NZ's butter problems behind his back; kiwifruit exports soar; New Zealand dairy exports to the USA threatened by break with ANZUS; barber hanged for using wide comb; Mike Moore going overboard with his lamb promotions; New Zealand and Australia having a beer trade war; sheep on the dole; alarmist Jim McLay believes the Chinese, Russians, Australians, and Eskimoes are coming; Russian submarine brings Soviet fishing crews into Wellington Harbour; cruelty on live transportation of sheep; lamb beheaded for services to New Zealand. Arranged chronologically, according to the dates of "Dominion" clippings in Heath's albums (at E-521/547-q). Those for which no date could be found are arranged at around the estimated date. Inscriptions: Recto - Signed, but almost all undated, by artist. Quantity: 18 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink on paper, sizes approximately 420 x 500 mm. Provenance: Donated by the artist in 1996.

Date: 1987

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

Reference: B-136-616

Description: Shows Ohakea Airbase with a tower and two aircraft in the distance. In the doorway of a hangar Prime Minister, David Lange is seen whispering behind his hand to Australian Prime Minister, Bob Hawke that Libya does $20 million worth of trade with New Zealand. Refers to New Zealand's trading in sheep with Libya in spite of strong international feeling against the Qaddafi regime. Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink, crayon and letratone on paper, 320 x 480 mm Finding Aids: Photocopies available in Pictorial Reference Service.

Date: 1945 - 1950

By: McNamara, John Joseph, 1918-2001; Southern Cross (Newspaper : 1946-1951)

Reference: A-369-072/088

Description: Collection of political cartoons published in The Southern Cross that mainly relating to Sidney Holland and his conservative policies. Some cartoons are specific to the Wellington region; there is reference to a cannon test and the Wellington Baker's Association (president H.E. Fariey). International issues are adressed. This includes an Indonesian police coup and the continuing problems that Britain faced in the aftermath of World War II. There is also an advertisement for the National Savings Bank. Quantity: 13.

Date: 1999 - 2000

By: Walker, Malcolm, 1950-; Sunday News (Newspaper)

Reference: A-338-181/198

Description: 18 cartoons on political and social issues. Topics include the APEC conference held in Auckland, human rights in Indonesia, nazism in Europe's rear view mirror, New Zealand and Australia's reaction to the attempted coup in Fiji, the attempted coup in Fiji, the soccer World Cup, the performance of Jenny Shipley's National government, the relationship of the New Zealand Green Party to the Labour Party and the Alliance, Richard Prebble and scandals, political protest at One Tree Hill and on the Waitangi marae, the response of the insurance industry to the Labour government's change to ACC regulation and smoking. Quantity: 5 original cartoon(s) and 13 photocopies. Physical Description: 5 horizontal A3 size black ink on paper originals and 13 horizontal A3 size photocopies of originals.

Date: 1952 - 1953

By: Sanders, James Edward, 1911-1998; New Zealand observer (Newspaper)

Reference: J-036-001/088

Description: New Zealand topics include family life, a proposed atomic power plant for Auckland, rates blowout in Auckland, electoral boundary changes, rising public transport fares, retailing, banking, income tax, agricultural protection policies, power cuts and hydroelectric power, flucating wool prices, financing of and patronage of the arts, telephone tapping, undercover police, education policy and funding of the Education Department, meat imports from Denmark, meat trade with the United States, trade with the USSR, political parties, the cost of living, difficulties funding the construction of the Auckland Harbour bridge, the Land Settlement Bill, local body financing, the profitability of the National Airways Corporation, deregulation of power boards, sales tax on motor vehicles and aging vehicles, import controls, traffic accidents and drivers' licences, manners and customs, Royal visit, international borrowing from the United States, public expenditure, taxation, funding of Auckland's sewage scheme, price controls, exchange controls, the budget, strikes, housing policies, the election, betting, rugby, cricket spectators, rabbiters, hairdessing prices and the liquor trade and duck shooting. International topics include relations between the United Kingdom and the United States, the Empire Finance Ministers Conference, naval command of the Atlantic, climate change and international relations in Europe, the British monarchy, the "communist threat from the 'Red East' ", US President Eisenhower's dealings with USSR President Joseph Stalin, judicial power disputes in South Africa, race relations in South Africa and in Kenya, New Zealand's meat trade with the United States, meat imports from Denmark, New Zealand's trade with the USSR, the American Presidential election, Pacific region relationships, an international air race, the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth of Great Britain, attacks on British residents in Egypt, the spece of the Korean war, disputes over Persian oil and internal politics in Persia (Iran). Quantity: 88 photocopy/ies. Physical Description: A3 size photocopies, vertical orientation. Image size approximately 370 by 250 mm.

Date: 24 Sept 1987 - 24 Sep 1987

From: NZOHA Electricity Centenary Oral History Project Stages I, II and III

By: Ridley, John Wallace, 1919-2006

Reference: OHInt-0003/15

Description: Describes family background, reasons for family move to Timaru, childhood, hydroelectric scheme development in the 1930s, the family's and his own politics, the gaining of a university scholarship from Timaru Boys' High School and graduating BSc and BE from Canterbury University. Recalls World War II experiences as a lieutenant in the New Zealand Army Engineers in New Caledonia, Solomon Islands, Middle East and Italy. Mentions father's death from shooting while assisting the police during the "Graham Incident". Describes year as Rhodes Scholar, at Oxford University, U.K.:- the criteria, the course, the advantages, hydroelectric work in Scotland. Backgrounds appointment as Senior Engineer, Power Division, Ministry of Works; the background to gaining Harkness Fellowship to U.S.A. in the mid 1950s; work as Shift Engineer at Pactola Dam, South Dakota; atomic power plants in the U.S.A.; proposals to New Zealand Electricity Department for Benmore to be an earth dam; work at the Ontario Hydro Electric Power Commission and his thoughts on a similar commission for New Zealand. Discusses Benmore State Hydro Scheme's design and construction, the Ministry of Works' reservations about the dam, the area and it's buildings, costs, industrial relations and unions, colleagues on site:- Bill Duncan, Construction Engineer; Max Smith, Resident Engineer. Describes the Project Engineer's job, criticism of him for widespread staff, relations with F.M.H. Hanson, and J.T. Gilkison (Commissioners of Works). Recalls using the Security Intelligence Service to vet potential employees on site. Describes the environmental impact of power schemes, mentions the varied workforce at Benmore, their housing. Refers to involvement with the Cook Strait cable, the controversy, the political manoeuvring; the future of power in New Zealand, hydro, gas, geothermal and atomic, and the ageing of power stations. Comments on industrial relations in New Zealand, compares them to Australia, the reasons for problems, the effect of unions, arbitration. Mentions work as Manager of Utah Engineering, Australia and Manager of New Zealand Steel. Describes aspects of political career as Labour member for Taupo, 1972-75, 1978-1981, his achievements, political motivations and refers to a large number of members among them, Norman Kirk, Hugh Watt, Bill Rowling, Bob Tizard, and David Lange. Describes the concept of a South Pacific Federation, consolidation of government departments in late 1970s and the Government Goodwill Trip to South East Asia. Mentions list of personalities:- general managers of New Zealand Electricity Department, ministers of public works, works, electricity and energy. Access Contact - See oral history librarian Venue - Auckland Interviewer(s) - Judith Fyfe Venue - Mr Ridley's home at Unit 31, Hibiscus Coast Village, 101 Red Beach Road, Red Beach, Auckland Accompanying material - Copy of "Industrial anarchy danger to output", J.W. Ridley, NZ Herald - no date; copy of "Major projects need bipartisan support", J.W. Ridley, NZ Herald, 17/7/86; copy of "New Zealand Steel development should be encouraged not hindered", J.W. Ridley, New Zealand Engineering, March 1, 1986; copy of "Environmental administration in NZ - A new era?", J.W. Ridley, Proceedings of Waikato University, 1985; copy of "An engineer comments: Industrial anarchy danger to output", J.W.Ridley, New Zealand Engineering, November 1, 1985; copy of "Ire at govt takeover", NZ Herald, 23/12/85; copy of "Productivity is key to progress in NZ", J.W. Ridley, NZ Herald, 7/2/83 Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-001686 - OHC-001688 Quantity: 3 C60 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s). 1 interview(s). 3 Hours Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete AB 265. Black and white photographs:-. Jack Ridley, 1987. Jack Ridley, 1945 Search dates: 1919 - 1987