Political parties

Date: 1860-1900

By: Masterton Historical Society

Reference: PAColl-7329

Description: Photographs of Masterton including: Bannister's farm on the north bank of the Waipoua River at Akura with Charles Bannister standing on the bank; the militia of 1866, presenting arms, led by Captain Walter Perry (all names given in the caption); the Coles' house on Bridge Street (now Queen Street) and a studio portrait of what may be the Coles family; views of Queen Street; a crowd in the street for the opening of the new Post Office with the Public Institute behind it; a sale of sheep at the saleyards; a procession by friendly societies past the Prince of Wales stables; James Wrigley and his family outside his bootmaking business; James Wrigley and his wife and son John; a cart travelling over the Te Ore Ore bridge; the Anglican church; the first Post Office next to Iorn's Bannister store ca 1856; panoramic views of the town; the Waipoua River near the site of the old Kaikokirikiri Pa; Masterton school picnic at Woodroofe's farm; a painting of Worksop Farm owned by the Dixons by Charles Barraud; a band and procession on Queen Street passing Westlake's saddlery and Winzenberg's photography shop; Masterton's first band outside the Royal Hotel with E Braggins, the licencee and conductor (other names given on the reverse of the print); a ballast train coming from the ballast pit near the railway train with men standing on the carts; the Wrigley family in a field of cattle at their farm; a baby show; an 1854 land receipt for a section purchased by Iorns; a group of eighteen blacksmiths holding their implements; Liberal Party celebrations at Solway Show Grounds after the 1905 election with Seddon, Ward and others (named on the reverse of the print); William Hodgson Donald; Sergeant Price of the Masterton police; Donald Solway Donald; Mr and Mrs Charles Dixon; W W McCardle; and a tinsmith, one of the early residents. Source of title - Title supplied by Library Quantity: 30 b&w copy photographic print(s). Physical Description: Photographic prints Processing information: Negatives were allocated at 1/2-003434 to 1/2-003471 and 003673 to 003674 (duplicate at 1/2-004343) although only sixteen of these were made. Replacement negatives for two images at 1/2-132742 and 151351. 1/1-000763 to 1/1-000778 may also relate to this collection.

Date: 1987

By: Rainbow, Stephen Laurence, 1961-

Reference: OHColl-0648

Description: Interviews with members of the Values Party and recordings of group meetings Other - These recordings went towards the production of a thesis `The unrealised potential of green politics : a study of four green parties' Interviewer(s) - Stephen Rainbow Quantity: 11 C60 cassette(s). 10 C90 cassette(s). 17 interview(s). 3 event(s). Finding Aids: Abstract Available - no abstract(s) available.

Date: 2005

By: Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand

Reference: EphCom-GREENS-2005-01

Description: Promotional booklet outlining the Green Party's manifesto for 2005. Quantity: 1 optical disk(s). Physical Description: Computer CD, diameter 120 mm. in cover

Date: 2006

By: New Zealand Labour Party

Reference: EphCom-NZ-LABOUR-2006-01

Description: Screensaver on a CD, plastic-cased. Front cover shows portraits of Michael Joseph Savage and Helen Clark. Quantity: 1 optical disk(s). Physical Description: Computer CD, diameter 120 mm. in cover

Date: 1975

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-134-747

Description: This cartoon features the office of the Minister of Labour Arthur Faulkner. He has an intray filled with Permanent Disputes and a smaller one with New Business. The Settlements tray is empty. An official is bringing him a notice about a controversial selection in Dunedin North and is telling him the Prime Minister is leaving it for him to sort out Extended Title - Row over Labour's election candidate for Dunedin North Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink, letratone and crayon, 280 x 406 mm

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: B-184-001

Description: The first of three horizontal frames shows a quiet scene with mountains and forest and includes text that reads 'Deep in the woods a creature stirs and sniffs the wind...' The second frame shows a close up of the trunks of forest trees with a sinister figure disappearing into the gloom; it includes text that reads 'Five hundred elderly are trapped in a hall, it can't wait...' The third frame shows Winston Peters making a speech; text reads 'With some difficulty, they give it a rousing standing ovation... and he says 'I'm back, and I'm still angry...' Winston Peters served as Minister of Maori Affairs in the Bolger National Party Government before being sacked in 1991 and losing party endorsement for his Tauranga seat. He returned to Parliament in 1993 as an independent, after defeating Gail McIntosh National MP for Lyttelton and then formed his own party, New Zealand First in July, shortly before the 1993 election when he kept his Tauranga seat as an independent, to be greeted by his elderly devotees, after he was sacked by the National Party and after he won the bye-election but before the launch of NZ First in July. Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink on paper, 290 x 420 mm (sight) Provenance: Donated by David and Rachel Underwood in 2010. Originally purchased by them in 1994 from a fundraising event being run for Downstage Theatre.

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: 1898

From: Various artists :[Addresses presented to R. J. Seddon and Mrs Seddon. 1891-ca.1906]

By: Ingram, J R, active 1898

Reference: D-005-012

Description: Central text, topped with photographic inserts of Seddon and his wife. Decorative border with highlights of roses, lily-of-the-valley and other flowers, and the names of the legislative Acts for which Seddon was considered responsible: (clockwise from top right): Native Lands Act, Wages Protection Act, Women's Suffrage, Arbitration and Conciliation Act, Land for Settlement. Other Titles - To the Rt. Hon. R. J. Seddon, PC., LLD., Premier. Inscriptions: Recto - top centre - 1845 (in heraldic shield); Recto - top centre - To the / Rt HON. R. J. SEDDON / P C., L L D., PREMIER.; Recto - bottom centre - J. R. INGRAM Del.; bottom right - (Signatures): Chairman, William McLean; Treasurer, Francis H. Fraser; Secretary, Wallace H. Stewart. Quantity: 1 drawing(s). Physical Description: Ink, red and black, on sheet 912 x 648 mm, stuck to board 1066 x 762 mm. Provenance: Probably arrived with Seddon papers, from Seddon family.

Date: 1997

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

Reference: H-418-044/064

Description: Political cartoons. The Todd Panel on superannuation threaten to silence Winston Peters with a 'no vote'. News - Bogus psychiatrist practised in the Hutt. Jim Bolger's leadership of the National Party is under threat. New Zealand Police face a major retention of recruits problem. Jim Bolger and Winston Peters present a united front in an effort to attain harmony between arguing MP's Bill English and Neil Kirton. Winston Peters axes Neil Kirton without any decent excuse - it seemed for being a competent MP. All Blacks victory in a game that saw a lot of blood spilt. Ethical dileamas doctors face over sex with patients. The conditions on which Neil Kirton is allowed to stay in the NZ First caucus. Mental Health services abdicate responsibility and release suicidal people back into the care of their distressed families. Winston Peters considers apologising to officials he smeared in the Winebox Inquiry but thinks better of it. Super 12 win at what price to the bodies of the players. Words the public would like to hear the Minister of Health, Bill English, to say. Loss-making mental health services to become standalone business centres. A pictorial explanation of the Winebox Inquiry saga. Neil Kirton irritates Winston Peters again by making comments on the vehicle speedo scam. With the country in an increasing economic crisis Jim Bolger's political leadership fails. Chemists seek a consultancy fee for providing their expertise to the public. Perhaps petrol station attendants will try it next. The Police form a road block in an attempt to halt the RCD virus. Lotto makes their priorities known - wheelchairs for elite athletes but not for children with muscular dystrophy. Farmers take a laid-back some would say irresponsible attitude to the illegal introduction of the rabbit RCD virus into New Zealand and its possible consequences. Quantity: 21 cartoon bromide(s). Physical Description: B5 size bromides.

Date: 1997

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

Reference: H-418-001/021

Description: Political cartoons. The Auckland Blues win Super-12 game. As Jenny Shipley and Helen Clark soar in the opinion polls Jim Bolger considers a sex-change. Tim Shadbolt becomes deputy leader of the Aotearoa Legalise Cannabis Party. Tuku Morgan is accused of seeking a fee for an exclusive interview with the media. Public opinion on Tuku Morgan's behaviour. Maori bashing continues over Tuku Morgan, as Maori hit themselves and ask why he just doesn't resign. Maori occupy land in Waiouru during winter as temperatures hit a low. They are protesting against the wild horse mustering? Winston Peter's accepts Tuku Morgan's apology and assumes the moral high ground. International study shows kiwi kids poor at maths but good at bullying. Bob Jones suggests that the Beehive be dynamited. A look at genetic makeup in terms of race. Comment on teacher inaction over bullying in school play grounds. Jim Bolger comments on a meeting between National Party and New Zealand First MPs held in his home. Buyer beware - used car importers rip people off. Comment on what iwi-based Treaty settlements mean to many Maori. The International Rugby Board (IRB) threatens to clamp down on New Zealand style rugby. The law forbids the rich and the poor from living in shoddy housing that leads to unneccesary fires and death. School leaving age kept at 16. Winston Peters finds himself on a high-wire with pressures all around him like, 'fiscal restraint', 'Maori hopes', 'social spending' and 'NZ First's last chance'. Winston Peters goes off to Hong Kong leaving Jim Bolger and Bill Birch defending the budget. Winston Peters at the handover of Hong Kong to China, continues to warn about the Asian take over. Quantity: 21 cartoon bromide(s). Physical Description: B5 size bromides.

Date: 1998 - 1999

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

Reference: H-539-063/086

Description: General Pinochet complains about not being allowed to travel freely. Comment on the Minister of Defence's policy. Opposition Leader, Helen Clark, tells the public about National's intended defence spending. New Zealand's energy resources are put up for sale. Vultures gather around National's leader, Jenny Shipley. Jenny Shipley celebrates her first year as leader of the National Party. Boris Yeltsin reassures Russians he is still alive and running the country even though he is on an intravenous drip of Vodka. Finance Minister, Bill Birch in a pool after his attempt in the NZ Economic Free Fall Competitions. Jenny Shipley passes his togs, which he forgot to put on. Comment on the commercialisation of professional cricket. The House Judiciary Committee sit in judgement over President Clinton in the Lewinsky scandal. New ACC law allows victims the right to sue. Paul East quits politics to take up a cushy post for Foreign Affairs in London. Leaked conversations of Gilbert Myles. US military are relaxed about Iraqi missiles aimed at US Republicans. Jenny Shipley visits Bill Clinton. The world tryys to understand why Serbian security forces commit such terrible atrocitities. The Serbians say 'Because they can' Rachel Hunter and Jerry Hall discuss why they got rid of their rock star husbands. Pam Corkery quits politics. Bill Clinton tells the nation about the state of his relations with his wife Hillary following the Lewinsky allegations. The International Olympic Committee get 1st, 2nd and 3rd for Corruption, Greed and Arrogance. Monica Lewinsky is called to Washington for a high-level debriefing. The Government's response to people's needs following the storms in Northland. Sweetwaters festival leaves a mountain of unpaid debtors. Jenny Shipley advocates her favoured MMP option. Quantity: 24 cartoon bromide(s). Physical Description: B5 size bromides.

Date: 1999 - 2000

By: Walker, Malcolm, 1950-; Crimp, Daryl, 1958-; Tremain, Garrick, 1941-; Sunday News (Newspaper)

Reference: H-620-001/013

Description: 13 cartoons on political and social issues. The topics include Labour-Alliance coalition government, Cullen's financial direction for the government, the demise of National to the benefit of Labour, New Year celebrations, the dawning of the millennium, inconsistent court sentencing, marital relations during Super-12 season, the public is warned about Crimp, Jenny Shipley supports the All Blacks, rugby coach speaks out about players taking drugs, sportswomen pose nude for cash, women's squash tops NZ sporting highlights, interview with Steffi Graf. Quantity: 13 photocopy/ies. Physical Description: 1 original A4 cartoon by Walker, ink on paper. 12 horizontal A4 photocopies.

Date: 2002

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

Reference: H-703-001/019

Description: Topics include teacher shortages, Prince Harry smoking pot, Tuku Morgan and the Oscars, the internet, the exclusion of Zimbabwe from the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting, the death of Middle East peace plans, film star Russell Crowe in New Zealand, Helen Clark as the Mona Lisa, the proposed establishment of a new supreme court to take over Privy Council functions, firearm laws, winter gear for Southland police, knighthood for rock star Mick Jagger, a crate as 'art', the new Reserve Bank governor Alan Bollard and inflation, Winston Peters and immigration, Saddam Hussein's response to United Nations arms inspectors, United Future and its closet skeletons, United States President Bush and his policy on Iraq, and genetic engineering in animals. Quantity: 19 print-outs on white card. Physical Description: Black ink on A4 size card

Date: 1930s

From: New Zealand Labour Party :Photographic material relating to the New Zealand Labour Party and its members

Reference: PAColl-5364

Description: Quantity: 8 b&w original photographic print(s). 2 b&w original photographic print(s). Transfers: Transfer from Manuscripts; 88-356:2.

Date: 1974

Reference: Eph-A-NZ-VALUES-1974

Description: Includes general pamphlets about the party's policies, and pamphlets and fliers for the following candidates: Andy Lea (Sydenham by-election 1974) Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Photolithographs on fliers, stickers and cards, sizes varying below 200 mm.

Date: 2001

By: Tremain, Garrick, 1941-; Otago daily times (Newspaper)

Reference: H-661-001/061

Description: Cartoons on New Zealand and international political and social issues. Quantity: 61 photocopy/ies. Physical Description: Photocopies A4 size

Date: 1959

From: New Zealand Labour Party: [Fliers, cards and pamphlets of octavo size. 1955-1959]

Reference: Eph-A-NZ-LABOUR-1959-01

Description: A programme for the annual debutante ball of the Papanui Branch of the Labour Party. Page 13 has a message from the Prime Minister Walter Nash, and page 17 has a message from R M MacFarlane, MP for Christchurch Central. The list of debutantes is given on page 19. The ball programme is in the centre spread (pages 40-41), and there are pages of light articles and jokes, and many pages of advertisements by local businesses. The cover design is by John Harvey. Quantity: 1 booklet. Physical Description: Offset print, in booklet of 80 pages, each 210 x 137 mm.

Date: 1972

From: Various cartoonists :Cartoons from the New Zealand News, 1970s

Reference: A-297-054

Description: Two conservative Englishmen (from the Foreign Office?) are standing in front of Big Ben and Westminster in London. One is reading a newspaper headlined 'N.Z. and Australia go Labour' and asks his companion whether the Ugandan airlift should be re-directed to rescue New Zealanders and Australians from their "radical" Labour governments. Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Black ink on watercolour paper 282 x 238 mm.

Date: 1997

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

Reference: H-448-045/064

Description: Political cartoons. Psychiatric care denied to those in need. Jim Bolger teeters on the edge of losing his position as Prime Minister. Jim Bolger offers his head on a plate to the new National Party leader, Jenny Shipley. Helen Clark congratulates Jenny Shipley for being NZ's first woman Prime Minister. Jenny Shipley lays down how she wishes to conduct business within her caucus. Winston Peters prostrates himself before the new Prime Minister, Jenny Shipley. NZ public dispair over the Black Caps' performance. Jenny Shipley is set to devour coalition partner, Winston Peters during their coalition talks. Max Bradford calls for submissions on the government's proposals allowing people to work Christmas Day for cash. Winston Peters is pressured by his party, NZ First, to continue in coalition with National under the new leadership of Jenny Shipley. NZ First / National Party coalition government is recemented but there's trouble ahead. Obituary to the tourists murdered by Islamic extremists in Egypt. Jim Bolger is overwhelmed by complimentary cards following his fall from the National Party leadership. Workers comment on the compulsory pay rise MPs get. Labour Party Conference participants behave as if they have become the government when they are still in opposition. White power advocates call for one law for all with some exceptions for themselves. Jim Bolger advises foreign leaders of the first signs of a coup, unsolicited phone calls pledging loyalty. The tell-tale signs of smoking in women. The pros and cons of the Hamilton East Telecom Mobile Phone Tower. Jenny Shipley is seen to have a level demeanour. Quantity: 20 cartoon bromide(s). Physical Description: B5 size bromides.