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Date: 2013

From: Scott, Thomas, 1947- :[Digital cartoons published in the Dominion Post]

By: Dominion post (Newspaper)

Reference: DCDL-0025667

Description: The leader of United Future, Peter Dunne, as a schoolboy, presents his teacher, the Prime Minister, John Key, with an apple labelled 'GCSB Vote'. John Key says that he considers Dunne to be a toady but that he appreciates the offer of his vote for the GCSB bill before Parliament. Peter Dunne could have prevented the GCSB bill from being enacted by voting for the opposition.But, despite his own problems with his communications being intercepted, he decided to support the government and ensure the survival of his parliamentary seat in the 2014 elections. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2013

From: Hubbard, James, 1949-: Digital caricatures and cartoons

By: Setford News Photo Agency

Reference: DCDL-0026023

Description: Shows Prime Minister John Key naked with a strategically placed octopus labelled GCSB. He says "My daughter posed nude with only an octopus covering her private parts - what's wrong with that?" Refers to Key's daughter Stephanie Key whose nude self-portraits, produced while she is an art student in Paris, have been chosen to promote Paris Design Week. The cartoonist compares the Government Communications Security Bureau to an octopus, possibly suggesting its far-reaching capacity. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2013

From: Doyle, Martin Maurice Michael Thomas, 1956- :Digital cartoons

By: Scoop (Firm)

Reference: DCDL-0024450

Description: Shows Prime Minister John Key saying that he knows just the man to lead the Government Communications Security Bureau. Refers to the appointment of Ian Fletcher, a childhood friend of the Prime Minister. Commentary from the artist: 'In appointing someone to a vital role in New Zealand's security (DG of the GCSB) it is critical to first identify the core skills needed. The skill set, not personal links, eventually identifies the right person'. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2013

From: Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :Digital cartoons

Reference: DCDL-0024493

Description: Shows Prime Minister John Key, sitting at his desk, scratching his head, with a paper that reads, 'GCSB jobs for the boys'. Refers to the hiring of Ian Fletcher, a childhood friend of Key's to head the Government Communications Security Bureau. Key has stated that he doesn't remember calling him and telling him to apply for the job. (New Zealand Herald, 5 April 2013) Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2013

From: Hubbard, James, 1949-: Digital caricatures and cartoons

By: Setford News Photo Agency

Reference: DCDL-0024791

Description: Depicts New Zealand First leader Winston Peters in a telephone box about to change from his suit into "Security Man", a Superman like outfit. A nearby newspaper headline reads that Prime Minister John Key is seeking support from Peters for the Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) legislation. Refers to Key writing to Peters offering a meeting to discuss New Zealand First Party attitude to the bill which is seen as an overture which could lead to a post election coalition. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2013

From: Doyle, Martin Maurice Michael Thomas, 1956- :Digital cartoons

By: Scoop (Firm)

Reference: DCDL-0024625

Description: Shows John Key, seen from behind, in discussion with Ian Fletcher. Key says "As a politician, Ian, I like to find compromises" while Fletcher replies "That's good, John, because as your good buddy at the GCSB, our intelligence service will be compromised to its core." Refers to media debate over the appointment of Ian Fletcher, allegedly a friend of Key's, to the role of head of the Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB). Accompanying note from cartoonist states: 'The irregular recruiting of Ian Fletcher by John Key for the GCSB job introduces the 'poison' of political capture to a body that needs to be unbiased and clear-headed. My cartoon depicts the nape of John Key and the face of GCSB D/G Ian Fletcher, over breakfast. The title 'Spies on toast' is meant to suggest spies having been totally outwitted, captured, compromised by the National Party's John Key.' Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2013

From: Scott, Thomas, 1947- :[Digital cartoons published in the Dominion Post]

By: Dominion post (Newspaper)

Reference: DCDL-0024572

Description: Shows Prime Minister John Key at a press conference addressing proposed changes to the law prohibiting the Government Communications Security Bureau from spying on New Zealand citizens. Key says, 'The fact that there is no credible justification for this begs the question what are the people in this country going to great pains to hide?' Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2013

From: Murdoch, Sharon Gay, 1960-: Digital cartoons published in The Press, Sunday Star Times, Dominion Post, and other publications

By: Dominion post (Newspaper); Murdoch, Sharon Gay, 1960-

Reference: DCDL-0024806

Description: Titled 'Put on the dreadful spot', with a despairing scream the Prime Minister, John Key, vanishes into a hole as a reporter with a tape recorder attempts to question him. In early April 2013, there was perceived cronyism over the appointment of Ian Fletcher to head the GCSB. Mr Key handled the matter badly, claiming a 'brain fade' and giving contradictory stories. His tendency to be 'relaxed' and 'forget' inconvenient things when questioned was becoming more apparent. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2013

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

Reference: DCDL-0024558

Description: Shows Prime Minister John Key sitting on the steps of the Bush Blair Library, reading a book labelled, 'The GCSB Saga' to a child sitting beside him. Key says, 'Look!- they said, weapons of mass destruction!' Refers to the faulty intelligence that led to the United States invasion of Iraq in 2003, and illegal spying by the Government Communications Security Bureau on up to 85 New Zealand citizens and permanent residents between 2003 and 2012. Colour and black and white versions available Quantity: 2 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2013

From: Webb, Murray, 1947- :Digital caricatures

Reference: DCDL-0024588

Description: Caricature of Prime Minister John Key, dressed as a spy, and holding a spy glass up to one eye. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2013

From: Hubbard, James, 1949-: Digital caricatures and cartoons

By: Setford News Photo Agency

Reference: DCDL-0024605

Description: Shows a wedding cake labelled, 'GCSB farce,' with Prime Minister John Key standing on top, holding hands with Pinocchio. At the top of the cartoon are the words, 'Same sex marriage....' Refers to ongoing controversy with the Government Communications Security Bureau, after a report stated that the agency may have illegally spied on up to 85 people between 2003 and 2012. Pinocchio is an Italian children's book character who's nose grows longer when he tells a lie. On 17 April, New Zealand became the 13th country to legalise same-sex marriage. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2013

From: Scott, Thomas, 1947- :[Digital cartoons published in the Dominion Post]

By: Dominion post (Newspaper)

Reference: DCDL-0025042

Description: The Prime Minister, the Prime Minister's Department, the Inspector of General Intelligence, the Government Communications Security Bureau and the New Zealand Police examine each other, and - surprise! - find nothing amiss, particularly the Prime Minister who gazes admiringly at himself in a mirror. In May 2013, in the wake of the Government Communications Security Bureau internal spying scandal, the parties involved undertook to examine each other's activities. It was a forgone conclusion. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2013

From: Smith, Hayden James, 1976-:[Digital cartoons published in the Otago Daily Times]

By: Otago daily times (Newspaper)

Reference: DCDL-0025045

Description: In May 2013 the Inspector General of Security and Intelligence, Paul Neazor, reported to the Prime Minister on the actions of the Government Communications Security Bureau in spying on New Zealanders. Whether the Bureau acted illegally was still 'unclear'. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2013

From: Scott, Thomas, 1947- :[Digital cartoons published in the Dominion Post]

By: Dominion post (Newspaper)

Reference: DCDL-0025324

Description: Depicts GSCB Director Ian Fletcher speculating with Prime Minister John Key about differences between public and private comments by New Zealand First Leader Winston Peters. Key says they wouldn't have to guess if they had already "expanded powers to eavesdrop". Refers to Peters saying he will support the controversial Government Communications Security Bureau and Related Legislation Amendment Bill if his concerns are addressed (TVNZ 26 June 2013). Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2013

From: Tremain, Garrick, 1941- :[Digital cartoons published in the Otago Daily Times]

Reference: DCDL-0025418

Description: An elderly woman speaks to the Prime Minister John Key, saying "Mister Key, I can't understand why you're selling off our assets". Key avoids eye contact and makes a call on his mobile phone, saying: "GCSB? Look, there are still subversives getting through security!" Refers to the National Party's sale of state-owned enterprises, including Meridian and Solid Energy, and to the Government Communication Security Bureau, who have been spying on New Zealanders. The cartoonist suggests that Key is not interested in receiving public feedback on his party's programme. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2013

From: Tremain, Garrick, 1941- :[Digital cartoons published in the Otago Daily Times]

Reference: DCDL-0025430

Description: Shows Prime Minister John Key seated at a desk and addressing a group of three men wearing sunglasses and trench coats. Key says: "Voters say I'm cutting you GCSB chaps too much slack!" One of the men opens up a case and replies "They may say that publicly, Prime Minister, but let us play you what they're saying in private..." Refers to ongoing public debates around the Government's sanction of the GCSB's (Government Communication Security Bureau) role in spying on so-called 'ordinary' New Zealanders. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2013

From: Hubbard, James, 1949-: Digital caricatures and cartoons

Reference: DCDL-0025495

Description: Shows the Prime Minister John Key showing two faces. One says that he will do no deal with Winston Peters, while the other asks Winston Peter (the Devil) if he wanted to do a deal on the GCSB Spy Bill. Refers Key telling reporters that he would not rule out working with NZ First leader Winston Peters to secure the passing of the GCSB Bill (Source: TVNZ Politics, 28 July 2013). Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2014

From: Winter, Mark, 1958- : Digital cartoons published in the Southland Times and other papers

Reference: DCDL-0029577

Description: Shows four versions of John Key 'PM fobs off responsibility for spy agencies'. Multiple versions of this cartoon is available Quantity: 4 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2014

From: Hubbard, James, 1949-: Digital caricatures and cartoons

Reference: DCDL-0029609

Description: Shows John Key on his cellphone walking past a series of newspaper broadsheets - 'More "Dirty Politics" to come?' 'Collins inquiry to come' 'SIS inquiry to come' 'GCSB snooping on friendly countries?' 'Pike River questions asked'. He tells the other person on the end of the call "As a matter of priority. Let's get a National debate going over a new flag!". Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Date: 2014

From: Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :Digital cartoons

By: Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: DCDL-0029543

Description: Shows John Key leaning back against a big red bomb and whistling. In the background is Kim Dotcom and Glenn Greenwald. Dotcom asks Greenwald "Er... Glenn... has it gone off yet?". Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).