A night of the Conchord to escape the discord

A night of the Conchord to escape the discord
Flight of the Conchords' Bret McKenzie is performing around NZ on his Songs Without Jokes tour. (Image: Supplied)
Linda Clark
If you're reading this column expecting some sharp political analysis, then jog on, please. Where I am, it’s coming to the end of the longest, dreariest winter most can remember. The monotony of steel grey skies and razor-sharp winds has blunted even the hardiest Wellingtonian. We are, all of us, hunched in a perpetual defensive crouch – against the elements, against lingering pandemic resentments and against all politicians. Senior ministers look well overdue for a break from voters; and voters most definitely want a...

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