Bolger, James Brendan (Rt Hon), 1935-

Bolger, Jim, 1935-

Rt Hon. James Brendan Bolger, born 1935. Former beef and sheep farmer. Prime Minister of New Zealand 1990-1997. National member of parliament for King Country 1972-1997. Leader of the National Party 1986-1997. Minister of Agriculture 1977-1978. Minister of Labour and of Immigration 1978-1984. President of the International Labour Organisation 1983. Prime Minister 1990-1997. Leader of New Zealand's first coalition government (with New Zealand First) 1996-1997. 1997 Minister of State, Associate Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade. New Zealand Ambassador to the United States 1998-2001.

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Photographs of Sandra Lee

Date: 1993-1994

From: Carlin, Jocelyn, 1955-2017: Photographs

Reference: PAColl-10796-10

Description: Photographs of Sandra Lee taken by Jocelyn Carlin for the publication 'Mana Wahine: Women who show the way', 1993-1994. Subjects include Sandra Lee's daughter Annabelle Lee, Ruth Dyson, Winston Peters, Tau Henare, Jim Anderton, Lockwood Smith, Jim Bolger, Rod Donald, Catherine Tizard and Michael Laws. Some photographs show the opening of the New Zealand parliament in December 1993. Title supplied by Library. Arrangement: Negatives and prints were in a plastic bag labelled "Sandra Lee". Quantity: 24 b&w original photographic print(s) 17 contact sheets and 7 photographic prints. Transfers: Negatives separated from prints are at Library reference 35mm-118252 - 35mm-118317. Processing information: Photographic prints and negatives have been removed from plastic bag and separated into archival enclosures.

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Cecilia Bolger oral history project

Date: 11 December 1995

By: Alexander Turnbull Library; Manson, Heugh Cecil Drummond, 1941-

Reference: OHColl-1498-01

Description: An interview with Cecilia Bolger recounting her childhood in Ireland, her marriage and later emigration to New Zealand, aged 26. Talks of settling in Stratford, farming in Taranaki, and her son Jim Bolger going into politics. Title supplied by Library. Abstractor - Robert Petre. Quantity: 2 C60 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s). 1 Interview(s). Finding Aids: Abstract available - awaiting processing.. Search dates: 1995

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Scott, Tom 1947- :I'd feel a lot happier with this red carpet if it wasn't coagulating....

Date: 1994

From: Scott, Tom (1947- ) :Cartoon entries for Qantas Media Awards, 1994. 17 February 1994 to 7 December 1994.

Reference: H-236-001

Description: Shows Jim Bolger walking anxiously on a red carpet towards a chinese man who is bowing and has his hands pressed together. There is a banner hanging from the ceiling with "APEC" on it. Refers to the Prime Minister going to the APEC Leaders Conference in Indonesia amidst controversy over East Timor. Quantity: 1 cartoon bromide(s). Finding Aids: Photocopies available in Pictorial Reference Service.

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Lodge, Nevile Sidney, 1918-1989:The Minister of Health wants April 8 to be a national s...

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-135-606

Description: There are three scenes in this cartoon. In the top right some men and a woman are walking along twisting their arms and hands into contortions. One man is saying he never knows what to do with his hands when he doesn't smoke. In the lower left Jim Bolger, the Minister of Labour, is sitting with his hand over his face. In his other hand he is holding a newspaper with the headline 'Kinleith shutdown unions vote to stop mill smoking on April 8'. This is a reference to the strikes in early 1980 at the Kinleith pulp and paper mill. In the lower right Muldoon is reading a memo on the smoke free day fron George Gair, the Minister of Health. Muldoon is proclaiming that he's not going 'to stop smoking-out reds for even one day" - a reference to his dislike of socialist and communists. Extended Title - This could mean a lot of disgruntled people Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink, letratone and crayon, 445 x 320 mm Finding Aids: Photocopies available in Pictorial Reference Service.

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Clark, Laurence [Klarc] 1949- :NZ boat seized in Australian Waters - News. Economic ref...

Date: 1992

From: Clark, Laurence [Klarc] 1949- :Editorial cartoons. 1 - 31 December 1992

Reference: H-112-006

Description: Shows Bill Birch and Jim Bolger in a litle boat (Economic reforms) with an outboard motor. Birch has a fishing rod and Bolger is starting the motor, looking anxiously at a ship on the horizon which has fired a shell, just missing the little boat. Refers to suggestion that New Zealand style economic reforms might be introduced in Australia and to the seizure of a New Zealand boat in Australian waters Quantity: 1 cartoon bromide(s).

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Bromhead, Peter 1933- :[32 cartoons published in the Auckland Star in 1981.]

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.

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Humanitarian medical aid to Vietnam (a)

Date: [1994-1996]

From: Urlich, John William, 1933-2001 : Material relating to Aotearoa New Zealand Peace Council

Reference: 2004-312-15

Description: Correspondence, personal reference for Urlich, clippings, articles etc relating to medical assistance to Vietnam Other Titles - Visit to Vietnam 1994 by Dr J J Enwright Other Titles - Peace Council delegation journey to Vietnam 1995 by John Urlich Other Titles - New Zealand Viet Nam Health Trust newsletter (Aug 2000) Other Titles - Vietnam medical equipment crusade by David Wiseman and John Urlich Quantity: 1 folder(s).

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Hodgson, Trace, 1958- :[16 original political and social cartoons drawn for Metro magaz...

Date: 1997 - 1998

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

Reference: A-129-049/064

Description: 16 original cartoons published in Metro Magazine, illustrating Bill Ralston's 'Politics' and 'Godzone' columns and one pencil sketch on reverse of a cartoon. Quantity: 16 original cartoon(s). 1 drawing(s). Physical Description: Black ink, gouache and coloured pencil. Sizes vary, approximately 420mm x 300mm.

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Scott, Tom, 1947- :Twenty-one cartoons published in the Evening Post between 1 and 29 A...

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.

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Scott, Tom, 1947- :Twenty-one cartoons published in the Evening Post between 2 and 30 J...

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.

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Clark, Laurence [Klarc] 1949 - :United Nations Security Council ; Is this seat taken? 1...

Date: 1992

From: Clark, Laurence [Klarc] 1949 - :New Zealand Herald cartoons. 1 - 30 September 1992

Reference: H-098-012

Description: Shows Jim Bolger dressed in a black singlet, shorts and gumboots outside a room marked "United Nations Security Council". Bolger gestures towards a chair on which there is a Viking helmet and asks the Spaniard in the adjacent chair if it is free. Refers to the New Zealand bid for a seat on the Security Council against competition from Sweden and Spain (cf. H-099-018) Quantity: 1 cartoon bromide(s).

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Scott, Tom, 1947- :Twenty-four cartoons published in the Evening Post between 1 Decembe...

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.

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Clark, Laurence [Klarc] :[Cartoons by Clark from the NZ Herald 1991-1994]

Date: 1991 - 1994

By: Clark, Laurence, 1949-; New Zealand herald (Newspaper)

Reference: A-301-001/027

Description: Cartoons commenting on mainly political subjects that appeared in the New Zealand Herald from 1991-1994. Quantity: 27 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink drawings Provenance: Donation: Mr Laurence Clark, Auckland 1995

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Body, Guy fl 1990s:Insult line opens in Wellington... Grim Jim's Insult service "Insult...

From: Body, Guy fl 1990s : Cartoons entered in the 1992 Qantas Media Awards. 1992

Reference: H-216-007

Description: Shows Jim Bolger talking on the telephone with a sign in front of him "Grim Jim's Insult Service..." He is talking to a caller about the state of New Zealand's economy. Refers to Mr Bolger's promises being an insult to New Zealanders. Quantity: 1 cartoon bromide(s).

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Clark, Laurence [Klarc] 1949- :Now that we've witnessed the end of discrimination in So...

Date: 1994

From: Clark, Laurence [Klarc] 1949- :New Zealand Herald cartoons. 3 - 31 May 1994

Reference: H-102-008

Description: Shows David Lange with an arm round Jim Bolger's shoulder. Refers to Bolger's refusal to include Lange in the official party attending the inauguration of South Africa's President Nelson Mandela Quantity: 1 cartoon bromide(s).

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Paynter, Bill 1949- :Tauranga Electorate. It gives a whole new meaning to the idea of s...

Date: 1993

From: Paynter, Bill 1949- :Cartoons entered in the 1993 Qantas Media Awards

Reference: A-299-041

Description: Shows Jim Bolger trying to snatch a candidate for the Tauranga electorate from the jaws of a savage dog with the features of Winston Peters. Refers to Peters' decision to contest the by-election as an independent candidate. Another copy at H-096-002 Quantity: 1 photocopy/ies.

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Body, Guy fl 1990s :You been gettin' jes' [just] a bit too Uppity, Win. The Klu-Lesskla...

Date: 1993

From: Body, Guy fl 1990s :New Truth & TV Extra; Cartoons. 26 February - 12 March 1993

Reference: H-118-003

Description: Shows Jim Bolger dressed like a member of the Ku Klux Klan accompanied by similarly clad figures. He has a rope noose over one shoulder and is standing behind a blazing torch in the shape of the National Party logo, which has covered Bolger and his supporters in soot. Bolger is speaking to Winston Peters, who is peering through the window of a building and is also covered in soot. Refers to the hostility between Peters and the National Party Quantity: 1 cartoon bromide(s).

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Lodge, Nevile Sidney, 1918-1989 : Closer trans-Tasman tie(up)s. There is growing opinio...

Date: 1980

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

Reference: B-137-571

Description: Shows Blue Kennedy the freezing workers' representative, standing astride a chasm between two cliffs, holding a sign announcing the New Zealand freezing workers' ban on load-outs. On the left cliff stands an Australian protester with a sign reading "Ban Aussie live sheep exports", and on the right cliff is the NZ Meat Industry and the Minister of Labour (Jim Bolger). Kennedy is telling them:" It's a move to strengthen New Zealand's trading position with Australia - we export our union support and import their industrial problems". Extended Title - N.Z. Meatworkers ban N.Z. meat load-out in support of Aussie meatworkers load-out ban Inscriptions: Recto - bottom left - [Signed] Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink and letratone, on sheet 320 x 435 mm. Provenance: Purchased at Dunbar Sloane auction, 30 September 1999, lot 334.

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Scott, Thomas 1947-: 'I want to assure the citizens of this wonderful little counrty, t...

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.

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Scott, Tom, 1947- :Twenty cartoons published in the Evening Post between 3 and 28 Novem...

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.