Two Americans emigrate to New Zealand from Colorado,
USA.
We share our Kiwi immigration story and talk about
our new life in Nelson, New Zealand
I'm a keen watcher of politics. Now that I live between two countries, there are more politics to watch than ever!
Good thing I can tape the Daily Show with Jon Stewart here to keep me informed, sane, and even laughing a bit from time to time.
Currently New Zealand is run by the National Party and its leader John Key. I have updated this section with new information since the government just changed parties after nine years.
New Zealand is a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary democracy that operates under the Westminster System. I know I've piqued your interest, haven't I??
Having been caught up with the U.S. election in 2007 and 2008, I've been less interested in our own. I expect to return to watching local politics now that the world has calmed down.
Every three years Nelson elects its mayor and city councillors, and 2007 was the year. Read some of my views on the last Nelson Mayoral election in this fascinating little place we call home.
Read some of the funnier or crazier political stories worth saving and some of Angela's past posts on the US election.
