Tax deductions

Date: 1981

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

Reference: A-360-252/284

Description: Cartoons on New Zealand and international political and social issues. Quantity: 32 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Black ink on card, sizes vary. Provenance: Donated by the artist in 1997.

Date: 2003

By: Winter, Mark, 1958-; Southland times (Newspaper)

Reference: A-359-268/286

Description: Cartoons on national and international social and political issues. Topics include the following: America's Cup; the All Blacks; attempts by the United Nations to avert war in Iraq; Peter Jackson and movies 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'King Kong'; oil prices; sales of toy cigarettes to children; the SARS epidemic; underage drinking; saving electricity; work for the dole initiatives; the budget. Quantity: 19 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Black ink and Chinese white on paper A4 size.

Date: 1974

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

Reference: B-137-374

Description: Cartoon shows two politicians, Arthur Faulkner and (probably) Bob Tizard, confronting two charging bulls (the Kawerau situation, and the economic situation) coming at them from two directions. The "Kawerau situation" bull carries on its horns the tattered garment of the Federation of Labour. The "Economic situation" bull has been tranquilised with darts labelled: rural loans, social security compo, company tax deferment, short-term credit, incomes restraints, and limited wage order. Other Titles - Tranquiliser; Sports post; The economic situation Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink and letratone drawing 327 x 288 mm, on sheet 399 x 342 mm Finding Aids: Photocopies available in Pictorial Reference Service.

Date: 1982 - 1988

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

Reference: H-743-048/071

Description: Cartoons on New Zealand and international social and political issues. Quantity: 24 photocopy/ies. Physical Description: A4 size photocopies Provenance: Donated by the artist in 1997.

Date: 3 Dec 1999 - 03 Dec 1999

From: Mussel farming oral history project

By: Kidd, Douglas Lorimer (Hon Sir), 1941-

Reference: OHInt-0491-21

Description: Doug Kidd recalls involvement in the mussel industry, 1975-1980, with reference to Mahaki Marine. Talks about involvement in establishing pine forest at Linkwater (Mahakipawa). Mentions tax write-offs. Recalls becoming a member of Parliament and selling property. Refers to conferences at Portage. Access Contact - see oral history librarian Interviewer(s) - Carol Dawber Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-007892 Quantity: 1 C90 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s). 45 Minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete OHA-2119.

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-136-455

Description: Shows Lange sitting at his desk reading the newspaper. In the first scene he is happily resigning himself to his $219 per week tax cut. In the second scene he is talking on the phone and telling the caller that Jim Knox's demand for $208 per week as the minimum wage is unreasonable. Other Titles - "He wants $208 a week for the minimum wage? No way! Tell Jim Knox I consider $170 a week quite reasonable" Extended Title - P.M. will get $219 a week tax cut under new tax scales Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink and letratone on paper, 352 x 387 mm Finding Aids: Photocopies available in Pictorial Reference Service.

Date: 1980 - 1984

Reference: Eph-A-POLITICS-1980/1984

Description: Includes pamphlets about the Think Big scheme, and a novelty booklet titled "The thoughts of Prime Minister Muldoon (lined blank notebook, 1982) Also includes pamphlets of TRIM, the Tax Reduction Integrity Movement Includes election campaign pamphlets for: Geoff Walpole (Porirua, 1981) Te Ringa Mangu (Dun) Mihaka (Southerm Maori, 1981) Also includes a programme for the revue "Proportional misrepresentation, a Lying our Teeth production". Programme on yellow paper Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Offset prints, typescripts on cards and pamphlets, sizes varying

Date: 1981

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

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

Reference: B-135-892

Description: Shows four scenes of endangered New Zealand species. In the top right scene two men at an Air New Zealand bookings counter are dejectedly reading of fare increases. In the lower left scene a tax payer is being squashed by the burden of financial and economic incentives being given to big businesses. In the lower centre scene an elderly man and woman are surrounded by rising costs. In the lower right scene an 'average Kiwi' man is surrounded by protestors shouting and brandishing placards. 'The Red Data Book of New Zealand' was written by Gordon Williams and published by the Nature Conservation Council Extended Title - Some endangered species that may be included - the North and South Island bird of passage now rendered almost flightless - the taxpayer in danger of imminent collapse - the superannuitant faced with constant struggle for survival - the average kiwi driven almost out of its mind Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink, letratone and crayon, 450 x 320 mm.

Date: 2005

From: Darroch, Bob, 1940- :[Cartoons published in the Whangarei Report in the year 2005.]

Reference: H-751-022

Description: A woman sits at the table reading about the budget in the newspaper. She comments that the promises and having to wait for something that isn't worth waiting for anyway reminds her of someone. Her husband, looking very unsavoury, comes into the room yawning and scratching his belly. Quantity: 1 photocopy/ies. Physical Description: A4 size photocopy

Date: 1958

From: Mayne, William Thomas, 1910-1988 :490 original cartoons published in the Christchurch Star Sun and the Christchurch Star Sun Sports between 1954 and 1962.

Reference: A-387-148

Description: Shows six frames. In the first, a man labelled 'Taxpayer' is pulling petals off a flower, wishing for a tax cut. In the second frame, Finance Minister Arnold Nordmeyer is collecting beer taxes from a man buying beer at a bar. In the next frame, Nordmeyer is collecting petrol tax from a man filling his car at a petrol station. In the fourth frame, Nordmeyer is collecting income tax, and in the fifth, tobacco tax. The final frame shows him attempting to stop a man from collecting tax remissions. A sign reads 'It is more blessed to receive than to give' Attached to the cartoon is a handwritten poem by Tom Mayne and a 'Returned with thanks' card from the 'Star-Sun' illustrations editor Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink on card, 255 x 280 mm

Date: 8 Jan 1997 - 08 Jan 1997

From: Society for Research on Women: Interviews on women and retirement

By: Corkin, Lynne, active 1997

Reference: OHInt-0524/09

Description: Lynne Corkin anticipates that retirement will give her the time to do things she wishes to do. Refers to the recent publicity about retirement and how it affected her. Talks about parents and grandparents retirement. Outlines financial preparations for retirement. Discusses current government policy on retirement and refers to surcharges and removal of tax break from superannuation savings. Mentions the importance of good health in retirement. Access Contact - see oral history librarian Interviewer(s) - Maureen Walker Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-011686 Quantity: 1 C60 cassette(s) (side one). 1 transcript(s). 30 Minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - transcript(s) available OHA-4067.

Date: 1 December 2008

From: Body, Guy Keverne, 1967-:Original cartoons. 1986-2011

Reference: A-453-057

Description: Shows Finance Minister Bill English as Santa Claus on top of a house dropping presents down a chimney. His sack of presents (Election promises) has got a hole in the bottom and presents are dropping out. He is about to put one small present ('$18pw tax cut') down the chimney. Refers to the election promises made by the National Party. Inscriptions: Recto - centre right - 01 Dec A10 Cartoon 156.8mm x 132.1mm. Pls correct & send to GNZHARTPIX [in pencil] Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink and felt-tip pen on paper, 300 x 420mm

Date: 15 February 2010

From: Body, Guy Keverne, 1967-:Original cartoons. 1986-2011

Reference: A-453-332

Description: Shows Prime Minister John Key dressed as a toreador waving a red flag bearing the words 'Tax cuts' in his right hand and holding a sword bearing the words '15% GST' in his left. Key says 'Ideology aside, I'm not entirely averse to a red flag...' Refers to the news that GST is likely to be raised from 12.5% to 15% in order to fund the tax cuts promised for the May budget. Toreadors use a red flag to provoke the bull and the red flag is regarded as symbolic of left-wing politics. Inscriptions: Recto - centre right - MONDAY CARTOON 1502A? CARTOON 157.2 x 129.5mm Pls correct, send to GNZHARTPIX, MediaGrid [in pencil] Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink and felt-tip pen on paper, 210 x 300 mm

Date: 23 November 2016

From: Murdoch, Sharon Gay, 1960-: Political cartoons

Reference: A-479-004

Description: Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Bill English presents a 'Tax Cut Gob Stopper', with the comment 'Just a little sweetie to suck on while you're waiting in queues for housing or healthcare, or running from a tsunami'. He wears a bow tie and a badge that reads 'Billy Bonka'. Inscriptions: Recto - bottom right - [cartoonist's surname and date] Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink on paper, 210 x 295 mm

Date: 18 July 2005

From: Body, Guy Keverne, 1967-:Original cartoons. 1986-2011

Reference: A-453-278

Description: Shows Don Brash and Helen Clark in a Western gun fight over the Tax cuts debate. Clark is armed with a two guns in a holster while Brash is armed with a canon. Refers to the National Party promises of tax cuts if they win the 2005 general election. Inscriptions: Recto - centre right - 186mm x 133 leader page cartoon 19 CARTOON Pls scan and send to Production Pix (Pix on hand) [in pencil] Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s).

Date: 6 August 2006

From: Body, Guy Keverne, 1967-:Original cartoons. 1986-2011

Reference: A-453-206

Description: Shows National Party leader Don Brash with John Key as they look at a heavy pregnant Finance Minister Michael Cullen. Cullen is pregnant with 'Corporate Tax Cuts'. Brash tells Key that they can't have one yet and they might as well opt for surrogacy. Inscriptions: Recto - centre right - 186 x 133mm Leader page 07CARTOON [in pencil] Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink and felt-tip pen on paper, 230 x 320 mm

Date: 1982

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-136-102

Description: Shows five scenes in which people are finding ways of being optimistic about the economic situation: being sure of price rises in an uncertain world, raising prices on beer and tobacco only twice a year instead of three times, only ten years to go until Think Big projects are established and tax cuts can occur, inflation running at 15 per cent, not 'galloping', and Muldoon not admitting that his growth strategy isn't working. Extended Title - Well, even if he hasn't indicated anything much in the way of change for the tax payer, we could all have a go at not being pessimistic in the coming year Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink, letratone and crayon, 450 x 320 mm Finding Aids: Photocopies available in Pictorial Reference Service.

Date: 1981

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

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

Reference: B-135-741

Description: A zeppelin, labelled 'inflation', is racing away into the sky. On the ground a man, labelled 'N.Z. wage earner', is trying desperately and unsuccessfully to stop the zeppelin from getting away. Muldoon is holding a paper entitled 'tax cuts not wage increases' and talking to two other men, who represent the Federation of Labour and the employers. Muldoon is telling the wage earner to "hang on a bit longer - I'm trying to develop a way to lower it" but the wage earner can only reply "well how about using the fast track!". Extended Title - Inflation Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink, letratone and white gouache, 450 x 320 mm Finding Aids: Photocopies available in Pictorial Reference Service.

Date: 1970

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

Reference: B-137-072

Description: Shows a husband berating his wife who is mooning over a portrait picture of National Party politician Robert Muldoon. Other Titles - Many N.Z. women thrilled by Mr Muldoon - Headline Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink and letratone, 230 x 323 mm on sheet 285 x 400 mm.

Date: 1978

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-135-322

Description: This cartoon features a couple in their living room. The man is sitting down, reading the racing page and drinking a bottle of beer. The woman is holding a newspaper reporting the increase in bar prices and angrily commenting that that means the erosion of the benefits of the recent wage order and proposed tax cuts Extended Title - Bar prices to increase by 10 p.c. from next Monday Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink, letratone and crayon, 320 x 460 mm