Winston Peters moments in history

Before Pae Korokī and Papers Past, the New Zealand Room librarians would note topics of interest in an alphabetized card catalogue, this is their selection of Winston Peters mentions in the Bay of Plenty Times and other sources.

Chronological listing:

1980s

Election spotlight. Bay of Plenty Times, 23 June 1984, p 7.  [Ams 487/11. Tga Scrapbook 9, p. 48-50]

Husband and children two main priorities. Interview with Louise Peters, wife of Winston Peters. Bay of Plenty Times, 18 July 1984.

MP's predict new leader. Bay of Plenty Times, 24 November 1984.

Tauranga MP Called National John Kirk. Relates to Māori development loans issue. Bay of Plenty Times, 12 February 1987.

New Loan Claims By Peters. Relates to Māori development loans issue. NZ Herald, 19 February 1987.

MP has prepared bill on harbour. Relates to fisheries. Katikati Advertiser, 30 June 1987.

Ousting pleases Peters. Relates to banishment of Peters from Parliament for 5 days.  Bay of Plenty Times, 6 July 1987.

Peters out till near House rise Relates to banishment of Peters from Parliament for 5 days.  Bay of Plenty Times, 10 July 1987.

MPs rubbish talk of plot by Peters. Relates to party leadership rumours. Bay of Plenty Times, 23 December 1987.

Peters accused of pot-stirring. Relates to racial tension issues. Bay of Plenty Times, 12 February 1988.

Peters sees unrest over Waitangi Bill. Bay of Plenty Times, 12 March 1988.

Education key to race problems. Bay of Plenty Times, 20 April 1988.

70% of staff want out says Peters.  Relates to the Department of Māori Affairs. Bay of Plenty Times, 22 April 1988.

Peters shrugs at poll popularity. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 May 1988.

Peters argues Access worth. Relates to Access training and work scheme. Bay of Plenty Times, 7 May 1988.

Job subsidies, not dole says Peters. Relates to Access training and work scheme. Bay of Plenty Times, 11 May 1988.

Peters attacks 'kill white' rule. Relates to race relations issue. Bay of Plenty Times, 12 May 1988.

Big leap by Peters in Poll. Bay of Plenty Times, 27 May 1988.

Peters Leaps Ahead In Poll.  NZ Herald, 1 June 1988.

Simply diabolical say Peters. Relates to youth support package plans.  Bay of Plenty Times, 2 June 1988.

Rising Star Remains Coy about Himself. NZ Herald, 3 June 1988.

Intervene Says Peters. Relates to Intervention to assist businesses.  NZ Herald or Bay of Plenty Times, 4 June 1988.

Māori fishing claim 'preposterous' - Peters. Relates to Māori fishing sovereignty claim. Bay of Plenty Times, 28 June 1988.

Poll support for issues says Peters. Intervene Says Peters. Relates to Intervention to assist businesses. Bay of Plenty Times, 4 July 1988.

Petition close to 2 hearts. Relates to the Hunua Petition, right to have votes counted. Bay of Plenty Times, 13 July 1988.

Fighting for the right. Political profile feature. The New Zealand Listener, 16 July 1988.

Peters Renews Call To Sack Minister. Relates to Minister of Māori Affairs Koro Wetere. NZ Herald or Bay of Plenty Times, 3 February 1989.

Parties fail Māori: Peters. Bay of Plenty Times, 6 March 1989.

MP digs at Govt over environment. Relates to environmental responsibilities at local and national government levels. Bay of Plenty Times, 6 March 1989.

Tribunal blasted by Peters. Bay of Plenty Times, 15 March 1989.

Leaders censure Peters. Relates to criticism of Peters from Māori leaders. Bay of Plenty Times, 21 March 1989.

The Peters Phenomenon. Political two-page feature of the career of Winston Peters. NZ Herald, 1 July 1989.

Peters knocks back criticism. Relates to criticism of Peters from Māori leaders. Bay of Plenty Times, 4 July 1989.

Peters slams 'all equal' statement. Relates to criticism of Geoffrey Palmer claim that all NZers are equal in law. Bay of Plenty Times, 8 July 1989.

MP chides Māori for poor attainment. Relates to criticism of Māori educational results. Bay of Plenty Times, 5 August 1989.

Peters wallops shoddy media. Bay of Plenty Times, 1 September 1989.

Bolger puts Peters off front bench.  Relates to his relegation to the back benches. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 October 1989.

MP defends controversial speech.  Relates to his defense of a speech attacking his party and leadership. Bay of Plenty Times, 26 October 1989.

Noble ideas in politics.  Written by Winston Peters on his focus and intentions in politics since his demotion. Timescan, 27 October 1989.

Trip may delay showdown.  Relates to internal party politics. Bay of Plenty Times, 28 October 1989.

Driving from the back seat / What the young Winston says.  Relates to his relegation to the back benches. NZ Herald, 31 October 1989.

1990s

Peters sees voting change as treaty aid - Peters. Relates to proportional representation. MMP system.  Bay of Plenty Times, 30 March or May 1990.

Treaty views official - Peters.  Relates to National Party policy on Māoridom. Bay of Plenty Times, 5 May 1990.

Māori should listen says Peters. Relates to National government plans to reduce Treaty of Waitangi authority. Bay of Plenty Times, 15 May 1990.

Answer in Māori poses questions on rules. Relates to use of Te Reo Māori in Parliament. NZ Herald, 27 June 1990.

New 'voice' for Māori in Runanga law. Relates to Runanga Iwi Bill. NZ Herald, 1 September 1990.

Culture must adapt or die, says Peters. Bay of Plenty Times, 8 October 1990.

Peters' pledge to home patch. Relates to Peters commitment to Tauranga constituency. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 November 1990.

Māori delight at Peters' post. Relates to Winston Peter's appointment as Minister of Māori Affairs. Bay of Plenty Times, 3 November 1990.

Shape up, Owens tell Peters. Relates to Winston Peter's appointment as Minister of Māori Affairs and Tauranga Mayor's expectations. Bay of Plenty Times, 5 November 1990.

Peters poses little threat says Bolger. Relates to National Party leadership. Bay of Plenty Times, 5 November 1990.

Peters king of the polls. Bay of Plenty Times, 9 November 1990.

Māori policy line softens. Relates to National Party policies on Māori issues. Bay of Plenty Times, 10 November 1990.

Peters heads ruling group. Relates to National Party policies and program plans on Māori affairs. Bay of Plenty Times, 13 November 1990.

Peters sacks officer. Relates to Iwi transitional agency. Bay of Plenty Times, 22 November 1990.

Iwi honours Peters. Relates to Ngatiwai Iwi. Bay of Plenty Times, 23 November 1990.

Peters hints at battle on education. Relates to tertiary education funding. Bay of Plenty Times, 26 November 1990.

Marae visit emotional. Relates to visit to his home marae, Whakapaumaraha. Bay of Plenty Times, 26 November 1990.

Peters rules out move of tribunal. Relates to Waitangi Tribunal staying within the Justice Department. Bay of Plenty Times, 27 November 1990.

Jobs for Māori priority, hui told. Relates to National Party Māori employment programme. Bay of Plenty Times, 1 December 1990.

Marae greets Peters. Relates to Peters visit to Hangarau Marae.  Includes photos of powhiri. Bay of Plenty Times, 3 December 1990.

Peters puts race policy to acid test. Relates to Peters policy papers on Māori Affairs. Bay of Plenty Times, 14 January 1991.

Peters 'not worried' by Asian pupils. Relates to Asian students enrolled at BOP Polytech. Bay of Plenty Times, 25 January 1991.

Wellington calls Māori Minister. Relates to Peters family move to Wellington. Bay of Plenty Times, 25 January 1991.

Peters set for action. Relates to Peters policy papers on Māori Affairs. Bay of Plenty Times, 25 January 1991.

Tribunal not the way: Peters. Relates to Peters opinion of shifting disputes away from Waitangi Tribunal. Bay of Plenty Times, 7 February 1991.

Peters unveils Māori blueprint. Relates to Peters policy papers on Māori Affairs, establishment of Māori Agency. Bay of Plenty Times, 5 March 1991.

Māori give 'Peters Plan' approval. Relates to Peters proposal for Māori development plan, Ka Awatea. Bay of Plenty Times, 6 March 1991.

Bolger cool on Peters' blueprint for Māori. Relates to Ka Awatea report.  New Zealand Herald, 6 March 1991.

Ka Awatea aired at marae. Relates to visit from Māori Queen to hear Māori development plan. Bay of Plenty Times, 8 April 1991.

Mr Peters and Ka Awatea. Relates to Peters proposal for Māori development. Bay of Plenty Times, 3 May 1991.

Māori fears grow for report. Relates to Ka Awatea report.  New Zealand Herald, 7 May 1991.

Peters puts his career on the line. Relates to Peters proposal for Māori development plan, Ka Awatea. Bay of Plenty Times, 11 May 1991.

$30m Bay share of Māori writeoff: Peters. Kiwifruit ventures, Māori development loans. Bay of Plenty Times, 13 May 1991.

Peters and policy on the line. Relates to Peters Māori development plan, Ka Awatea. Bay of Plenty Times, 13 May 1991.

Cabinet and Ka Awatea.  Relates to Peters Māori development plan, Ka Awatea. Bay of Plenty Times, 14 May 1991.

Govt guts Māori report's separatism.  Relates to funding for Peters Māori development plan, Ka Awatea. Bay of Plenty Times, 14 May 1991.

Ka Awatea intact. Relates to approval of Peters Māori development plan, Ka Awatea. Bay of Plenty Times, 14 May 1991.

Ka Awatea Kerfuffle.  Editorial.  New Zealand Herald, 14 May 1991.

Bickering will not stop Ka Awatea.   New Zealand Herald, 14 May 1991.

Peters to keep up pressure. Relates to Ka Awatea blueprint.   New Zealand Herald, 14 May 1991.

Māori only loser in public power struggle. Relates to approval of Peters Māori development plan, Ka Awatea. Bay of Plenty Times, 18 May 1991.

Untitled. Relates to approval of Peters Māori development plan, Ka Awatea. Bay of Plenty Times, 20 May 1991.

Replacement was my idea says Peters. Relates to rejection of Peters proposal to resolve Treaty of Waitangi grievances. Bay of Plenty Times, 22 May 1991.

Peters spells out role. Relates to Peters role as Māori Affairs Minister. Bay of Plenty Times, 25 May 1991.

Peters defends loans move. Relates to Māori development loans. Bay of Plenty Times, 31 May 1991.

Peters renews attack on policy. Relates to Peters criticism of Govts economic policy. Bay of Plenty Times, 12 June 1991.

Peters sidesteps putdown on policy. Relates to Peters criticism of Govts economic policy.  Bay of Plenty Times, 13 June 1991.

Criticism by Peters no help - Bolger. Relates to Peters criticism of Govts economic policy.  Bay of Plenty Times, 14 June 1991.

PM holds off on boot for Peters. Relates to Peters criticism of Govts economic policy.  Bay of Plenty Times, 15 June 1991.

Korero. Relates to opinion by Ranginui Walker on the Ka Awatea report. Listener & TV Times , 17 June 1991.

Nation kept in the dark by Governments says Peters. Relates to Peters distancing himself from National Party.  Bay of Plenty Times, 24 June 1991.

Peters' Cabinet future in doubt? Relates to Peters criticisms of National Party.  Bay of Plenty Times, 28 June 1991.

Peters slams equality 'myth'. Relates to Peters criticisms of National Party health and education policies.  Speech at Bethlehem marae.  Bay of Plenty Times, 29 June 1991.

Tauranga Māori back Peters. Relates to support from Tauranga Iwi for Peters to keep his portfolio.  Bay of Plenty Times, 2 July 1991.

Peters gains total support from party electorate executive. Relates to Tauranga National Party members vote of support.  Bay of Plenty Times, 3 July 1991.

Bay job losses worry Peters.  Bay of Plenty Times, 8 July 1991.

Only we can do it: Peters. Relates to Peters view that Māori need to be at helm of own development.  Bay of Plenty Times, 11 July 1991.

Peters slams inflation 'paranoia'.  Relates to criticism of Govt's economic policy.  Bay of Plenty Times, 18 July 1991.

Employment expo praised. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 July 1991.

Sacking of Laws slated by Peters. Bay of Plenty Times, 20 July 1991.

Peters tells leaders to regain trust.  Address at Te Arawa Federation conference in Rotorua. Bay of Plenty Times, 22 July 1991.

Peters gives spirited reply.  Address at Te Arawa Federation conference in Rotorua.  Bay of Plenty Times, 22 July 1991.

Economic reporting draws Peter's fire.  Criticism of media's economic reporting.  Bay of Plenty Times, 24 July 1991.

Peters makes Who's Who list. Bay of Plenty Times, 26 July 1991.

MP stays tight-lipped.  Relates to the Budget announcement.  Bay of Plenty Times, 3 August 1991.

Peters gets a strong message for Govt. Relates to Tauranga electorate executive.  Bay of Plenty Times, 14 August 1991.

Caucus waking up to Budget: Peters. Relates to new health charges.  Bay of Plenty Times, 6 August 1991.

Peters praises rebels. National Party dissidents. Bay of Plenty Times, 17 August 1991.

Peters attacks user-pays education. Bay of Plenty Times, 22 August 1991.

Reform matter of willpower: Peters. Bay of Plenty Times, 23 August 1991.

Peters flays NZ view. Relates to views on events in Soviet Union. Bay of Plenty Times, 26 August 1991.

Peters weighs in behind plea for Govt to listen. Relates to call to free up domestic economy. Bay of Plenty Times, 29 August 1991.

Peters calls for action. Relates to Māori unemployment statistics. Bay of Plenty Times, 30 August 1991.

Will he go, or will he be pushed? Editorial. Bay of Plenty Times, 3 September 1991.

Solving jobless problem key goal. Relates to Māori Affairs policy.  Bay of Plenty Times, 3 September 1991.

'Gang of 3' fails to faze Peters. Relates to Cabinet meeting issues.  Bay of Plenty Times, 3 September 1991.

Peters' father dies.  Bay of Plenty Times, 4 September 1991.

Busload attends tangi.  Relates to Len Peters' tangi. Bay of Plenty Times, 5 September 1991.

Leader hint news to Peters.  Relates to Liberal Party. Bay of Plenty Times, 12 September 1991.

Plan for party news to me: Peters.  Relates to Liberal Party. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 September 1991.

I opposed hotel deal from the start - Peters.  Relates to Māori interests in Quality Inn hotel chain. Bay of Plenty Times, 18 September 1991.

Peters slams Bradford's Inns 'puffery'.  Relates to Māori interests in Quality Inn hotel chain. Bay of Plenty Times, 28 September 1991.

I wont be gagged on jobless - Peters. Bay of Plenty Times, 28 September 1991.

Too shallow says Peters of monetary moves.  Bay of Plenty Times, 28 September 1991.

Peters target in trustee sacking.  Relates to sacking of Māori Trustee Neville Baker. Bay of Plenty Times, 1 October 1991.

Bolger sacks Peters. 'Conduct doesn't fit Cabinet'.  Bay of Plenty Times, 2 October 1991.

What now for Tauranga's MP? Editorial.  Bay of Plenty Times, 2 October 1991.

Peters to stay with Nats till next poll.  Bay of Plenty Times, 3 October 1991.

Electorate behind Peters. Relates to Peters dismissal.  Bay of Plenty Times, 3 October 1991.

Iwi fears loss of fishing plan.  Relates to Peters dismissal. Bay of Plenty Times, 3 October 1991.

Sacking 'sad day' for Māori.  Relates to Peters dismissal. Bay of Plenty Times, 3 October 1991.

Peters future under a cloud.  Relates to Peters dismissal. Bay of Plenty Times, 4 October 1991.

Peters treading love, loathing tightrope.  Relates to Peters dismissal. Bay of Plenty Times? Herald?, 3? October 1991.

Hui opens support campaign for Peters.  Relates to Peters dismissal.  Includes photo of Howard Palmer and Bob Wharekawa at Bethlehem Marae. Bay of Plenty Times, 4 October 1991.

Peters selfish says Owens.  Relates to Peters cabinet dismissal. Bay of Plenty Times, 4 October 1991.

Its been tough admits Peters.  Relates to Peters cabinet dismissal. Bay of Plenty Times, 5 October 1991.

Baker challenge Peters' releases. Relates to Māori interests in Quality Inn hotel chain, and sacking of Māori Trustee Neville Baker. Bay of Plenty Times, 5 October 1991.

Peters' protest rally date set.  Relates to Peters cabinet dismissal. Bay of Plenty Times, 7 October 1991.

I'll be back, Peters tells supporters.  Relates to Peters cabinet dismissal protest. Bay of Plenty Times, 8 October 1991.

Tauranga Māori muster busloads to back Peters.  Relates to Peters cabinet dismissal protest. Bay of Plenty Times, 9 October 1991.

Moving office has its hiccups.  Relates to offices in Beehive. Bay of Plenty Times, 10 October 1991.

Māori join for march on Beehive.  Relates to Peters cabinet dismissal protest. Bay of Plenty Times, 10 October 1991.

Peters back on attack.  Relates to Peters cabinet dismissal. Bay of Plenty Times, 10 October 1991.

Brother's speech hushes other MPs.  Relates to Peters cabinet dismissal. Bay of Plenty Times, 11 October 1991.

Protest group resigned to sacking.  Relates to Peters cabinet dismissal. Bay of Plenty Times, 11 October 1991.

The man who refuses to lie down.  Relates to Peters cabinet dismissal. New Zealand Herald, 12 October 1991.

Māori council boycott action.  Editorial - Relates to Peters cabinet dismissal. Bay of Plenty Times, 22 October 1991.

Report vindicates my stand says Peters.  Relates to Māori interests in Quality Inn hotel chain, and sacking of Māori Trustee Neville Baker.  Bay of Plenty Times, 7 November 1991.

Peters warns Nats to 'wake up quickly'.  Relates to public meeting in Tauranga.  Bay of Plenty Times, 18 November 1991.

Public facing issues: Peters.   Bay of Plenty Times, 21 November 1991.

Report vindicates my stand says Peters.  Relates to Māori interests in Quality Inn hotel chain, and sacking of Māori Trustee Neville Baker.  Bay of Plenty Times, 7 November 1991.

I'll take my policies to the public. Bay of Plenty Times, 21 January 1992.

Peters unveils rescue plan. Bay of Plenty Times, 21 January 1992.

Don't count Peters out. Bay of Plenty Times, 3 February 1992.

Nats must act to save seats: Peters. Bay of Plenty Times, 17 February 1992.

Privatisation lobby unsure claims Peters. Bay of Plenty Times, 14 March 1992.

Peters back proportional representation. Bay of Plenty Times, 28 April 1992.

Peters blasts passport delays. Bay of Plenty Times, 28 April 1992.

Bid to buy Peters' tip of truth. Bay of Plenty Times, 3 June 1992.

Peters promises names under privilege. Bay of Plenty Times, 8 June1992.

Bank bailout facts 'will embarrass'. Bay of Plenty Times, 9 June 1992.

PM hints Peters should quit Nats. Bay of Plenty Times, 9 June 1992.

Peters: what he told Parliament. Relates to interview with ABC 4 Corners, and Roundtable businessmen influencing parliament. New Zealand Herald, 11 June 1992.

We back Winston warns electorate. Bay of Plenty Times, 11 June 1992.

Defiant Peters pushes inquiry. Relates to interview with ABC 4 Corners, and Roundtable businessmen influencing parliament. Bay of Plenty Times, 11 June 1992.

Winston Peters 'puts up'. Editorial. Bay of Plenty Times, 11 June 1992.

Peters vows to fight expulsion. Relates to Peters' future in the National Party. Bay of Plenty Times, 12 June 1992.

Challenge put forward by branch head. Relates to Peters' future in the National Party. Bay of Plenty Times, 12 June 1992.

Neighbour MPs sign petition. Relates to Peters' future in the National Party. Bay of Plenty Times, 12 June 1992.

Tauranga MP faces expulsion. Editorial. Relates to Peters' future in the National Party. Bay of Plenty Times, 12 June 1992.

PM fires shots: defends Cushing. Relates to interview with ABC 4 Corners, and Roundtable businessmen influencing parliament. Bay of Plenty Times, 15 June 1992.

New allegation in BNZ row. Relates to Government bailout of the BNZ. Bay of Plenty Times, 15 June 1992.

Attack by PM will deny fair trial. Relates to Government bailout of the BNZ. Bay of Plenty Times, 15 June 1992.

Jones on Peters' side in BNZ row. Relates to Government bailout of the BNZ. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 June 1992.

PM repeats rejection of BNZ sale probe. Relates to Government bailout of the BNZ. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 June 1992.

Peters wins support. Relates to Government bailout of the BNZ. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 June 1992.

'Prejudicial to the party?' Editorial: Relates to Government bailout of the BNZ. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 June 1992.

Roundtable accuses Peters of 'weaseling'. Relates to interview with ABC 4 Corners, and Roundtable businessmen influencing parliament. Bay of Plenty Times, 18 June 1992.

Stand and deliver call to Peters. Relates to Government bailout of the BNZ. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 June 1992.

Pay and I play Peters tells Fay. Relates to Government bailout of the BNZ. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 June 1992.

Peters again challenges BNZ. Relates to Government bailout of the BNZ. Bay of Plenty Times, 20 June 1992.

Special Boy. Relates to school days of Peters. New Zealand Women's Weekly, 6 July 1992.

Branch executive divided over Peters. Relates to National Party electorate members. Bay of Plenty Times, 7 July 1992.

Nats have spurned suspend bid: Peters. Bay of Plenty Times, 18 July 1992, p 1.

Pressure on IRD to drop film probe says Peters. Relates to film tax fraud inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 23 July 1992.

Peters gains in new poll. Relates to poll results. Bay of Plenty Times, 23 July 1992.

Richardson condemns Peters over ‘ranting’. Bay of Plenty Times, 23 July 1992.

Peters accuses parties lies and deceit. Relates to new MMP voting system. Bay of Plenty Times, 31 July 1992.

BNZ witnesses ‘silenced’. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 4 August 1992.

Peters admits to an ambition. Bay of Plenty Times, 4 August 1992.

Peters targets film in bid for inquiry. Relates to film tax fraud inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 5 August 1992.

Bowie film fraud denial expected says Peters. Relates to film tax fraud case. Bay of Plenty Times, 6 August 1992.

Tempers flare as Peters presses on. Relates to Quality Inns Hotel deal. Bay of Plenty Times, 14 August 1992, p 1.

Peters still waiting for defamation writ. Relates to defamation case. Bay of Plenty Times, 17 August 1992, p 2.

Offer for BNZ draws promises from Peters. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 20 August 1992.

Peters' conduct raises doubt.  Editorial.  Bay of Plenty Times, 22 August 1992, p 1.

System has failed claims Peters.  Relates to electoral system criticism.  Bay of Plenty Times, 25 August 1992, p 5.

Writ shows Peters what he’s worth. Relates to Government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 27 August 1992.

Power boards told to inform. Bay of Plenty Times, 27 August 1992.

Coincidence claimed in Peters cases. Bay of Plenty Times, 28 August 1992, p 5.

Winston remains top of the pops. Relates to poll results. Bay of Plenty Times, 28 August 1992.

Peters says fish deal is a farce.  Sealord, Māori fishing deal. Bay of Plenty Times, 11 September 1992, p 1.

Peters in clash over White affair.  Bay of Plenty Times, 16 September 1992, p 1.

Peters swings with voters.  Relates to election campaign trail.  Bay of Plenty Times, 18 September 1992, p 1.

Peters poses disk-tampering question. Relates to Citibank, SFO, allegations.  Bay of Plenty Times, 18 September 1992, p 2.

Winston tipped to be a winner under MMP.  Relates to 1992 election.  Bay of Plenty Times, 21 September 1992.

Shady BNZ dealings suggested.  Relates to BNZ allegations.  Rotorua's The Daily Post, 21 September 1992.

More MPs not needed, says Peters.  Relates to new changes with MMP to MP numbers.  Bay of Plenty Times, 22 September 1992, p 1.

MP condemns Sealord fishing plan as useless.  Relates to Sealord fishing deal.  Bay of Plenty Times, 22 September 1992, p 1.

Negotiators will review deal after fears outlined.  Relates to Sealord fishing deal.  Bay of Plenty Times, 22 September 1992.

Peters renews attack on BNZ dealings.  Relates to BNZ allegations.  Bay of Plenty Times, 24 September 1992, p 1.

Peters optimistic as furious Nats gird for sacking. Bay of Plenty Times,  25 September 1992, p 1.

Peters fuels BNZ row with petition. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 25 September 1992, p 2.

Cover up allegations dismissed by Fay. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 25 September 1992, p 2.

Emotional pact speech brings tears in House. Relates to Sealord fishing deal agreement. Bay of Plenty Times, 25 September 1992, p 2.

Campaign against BNZ seen as 'duty'. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 26 September 1992.

Peters no longer with National, says Bolger. Bay of Plenty Times, 26 September 1992.

They cannot get rid of me, says Peters. Relates to dismissal of Peters from cabinet. Bay of Plenty Times, 29 September 1992, p 1.

Strong support from electorate. Relates to dismissal of Peters from cabinet. Bay of Plenty Times, 29 September 1992, p 1.

Peters comes out fighting. Relates to dismissal of Peters from cabinet. Bay of Plenty Times, 29 September 1992, p 1.

Peters’ future in the balance. Bay of Plenty Times, 1 October 1992, p 1.

Where now for Winston? Editorial. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 October 1992.

Public backs Peters. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 October 1992, p 1.

Warning of 'epic conflict' ahead. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 October 1992, p 1.

Nothing changed. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 October 1992, p 1.

Brickbats for Bolger's role. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 October 1992, p 1.

'Sacking clears way'. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 October 1992, p 1.

Kaimai officials quiet. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 October 1992, p 1.

Divided over expulsion row. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 October 1992, p 1.

Retribution against National's 'conscience'. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 October 1992, p 1.

'Support for excellent MP'. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 October 1992, p 1.

Political career leading up to expulsion. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 October 1992, p 2.

Dumping vote validity doubted. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 October 1992, p 2.

Costly ousting cheap by unity standards. Relates to Peters’ dismissal. Bay of Plenty Times, 7 October 1992.

Opposition to Peters brings abusive calls. Relates to Peters cabinet dismissal. Bay of Plenty Times, 7 October 1992, p 1.

New status apparent in Parliament. Relates to Peters cabinet dismissal. Bay of Plenty Times, 7 October 1992, p 1.

Peters says irresistible force is building up. Relates to Peters cabinet dismissal. Bay of Plenty Times, 10 October 1992.

MPs disagree about BNZ inquiry. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 10 October 1992.

Banishment does little to quell MP’s campaign. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 12 October 1992, p 5.

Richardson uses slurs as Peters digs deeper. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 23 October 1992, p 2.

National goes to war with Peters. Relates to defamation case. Bay of Plenty Times, 31 October 1992.

Point proved, says Peters. Relates to BNZ MD resignation. Bay of Plenty Times, 11 November 1992, p 1.

Peters' attack draws angry response. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 13 November 1992, p 2.

Peters' says BNZ investigation 'unacceptable'. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 November 1992, p 1.

Fay wants to gag me, says Peters. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 18 November 1992.

Restrictions on Peters call 'abuse of power'. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 18 November 1992.

Peters facing $4.5m in damages.  Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 20 November 1992, p 1.

Winston - a rebel without a pause. Bay of Plenty Times, 7 December 1992, p 5.

Peters' condemns 'elitists'. Relates to Sealord fishing deal allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 7 December 1992, p 1.

Kaimai MP irate at attack over vote. Relates to dismissal of Peters from cabinet. Bay of Plenty Times, 3 October 1992.

Tauranga welcomes Winston. Relates to dismissal of Peters from cabinet. Bay of Plenty Times, 3 October 1992.

Bolger silent. Relates to dismissal of Peters from cabinet. Bay of Plenty Times, 3 October 1992.

Peters quiet on outcome of talks. Relates to dismissal of Peters from cabinet. Bay of Plenty Times, 5 October 1992, p 1.

High rating came as ‘no surprise’. Relates to dismissal of Peters from cabinet. Bay of Plenty Times, 5 October 1992, p 1.

Peters renews call with more papers. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 8 October 1992, p 3.

Caucus to consider call for BNZ probe. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 8 October 1992, p 1.

Party denies ‘removal’ accusations. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 8 October 1992, p 1.

Commission gets more BNZ material. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 9 October 1992, p 1.

Still hopes of repairing caucus rift. Relates to Peters cabinet dismissal. Bay of Plenty Times, 9 October 1992.

Peters popular. Relates to poll results. Bay of Plenty Times, 9 October 1992.

No more sins of silence, Peters tells BNZ bosses. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 13 October 1992, p 1.

Fay denies claims made by Peters. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 October 1992.

Commission claims nothing sinister in its BNZ inquiry. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 October 1992.

Peters lashes smear. Relates to BNZ allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 20 October 1992, p 1.

Populist without a Caucus. Profile on Winston Peters. Time, 23 November 1992, p 46-48.

MP set to take on Peters. Relates to Gail McIntosh, candidate in Tauranga. Bay of Plenty Times, 26 January 1993.

Critics hit for smears tactics.  Bay of Plenty Times, 26 January 1993.

McIntosh declares bid for Tauranga. Relates to Gail McIntosh, candidate in Tauranga. Bay of Plenty Times, 28 January 1993.

Smear campaign targets Peters. Bay of Plenty Times, 28 January 1993.

National Party piling up obstacles. Bay of Plenty Times, 28 January 1993.

'Kiwis don't want kangaroo court'. Bay of Plenty Times, 28 January 1993.

Time for Peters running out? Opinion piece. Bay of Plenty Times, 28 January 1993.

Bolger orchestrating moves to oust Peters. Bay of Plenty Times, 27 January 1993.

Businesses back bid to oust Peters. Bay of Plenty Times, 29 January 1993.

PM denies putting up McIntosh. Bay of Plenty Times, 29 January 1993.

Cronin urged to challenge Peters. Bay of Plenty Times, 5 February 1993.

Peters to test party rules in court. Bay of Plenty Times, 11 February 1993.

Party wants to be fair, court told. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 February 1993.

A bitter fight for survival. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 February 1993.

Decision on Peters' fate delayed after hearing. Bay of Plenty Times, 20 February 1993.

Verdict against Peters. Bay of Plenty Times, 22 February 1993.

Peters' supporters swarm to sign up.  Bay of Plenty Times, 23 February 1993.

Peters returns home like conquering hero.  Bay of Plenty Times, 23 February 1993.

What is next for Winston Peters? Opinion piece. Bay of Plenty Times, 23 February 1993.

Peters invited to leave party. Bay of Plenty Times, 28 February 1993.

Flood of resignations from National Party.  Bay of Plenty Times, 5 March 1993.

Myles makes Peters an offer. Bay of Plenty Times, 5 March 1993.

Jefferson resigns.  Bay of Plenty Times, 8 March 1993.

Peters promises plans soon. Bay of Plenty Times, 8 March 1993.

Peters retreats to ponder options for advancement.  Bay of Plenty Times, 8 March 1993.

Peters appeals for democracy and credibility.  Bay of Plenty Times, 12 March 1993.

Bolger goes on offensive over by-election call.  Bay of Plenty Times, 12 March 1993.

Peters' campaign boss lays down challenge.  Bay of Plenty Times, 18 March 1993.

Nats walk out in Ōtūmoetai.  Bay of Plenty Times, 18 March 1993.

Party chiefs debate stand on candidacy.  Relates to by-election following Peters' resignation. Bay of Plenty Times, 18 March 1993.

Peters questions inns deal again.  Relates to Quality Inns deal with Māori. Bay of Plenty Times, 25 March 1992 or 1993.

Peters' campaigns to full house.  Relates to election campaign. Bay of Plenty Times, 3 April 1993.

Peters cagey on formation of new party.  Bay of Plenty Times, 7 May 1993.

Peters a man of the people.  Political profile. Bay of Plenty Times, 14 April 1993.

Peters beaten 10-0 over BNZ, says PM.  Relates to BNZ accounting practises issue. Bay of Plenty Times, 31 May 1993.

Cronin and Peters in squabble over BNZ.  Bay of Plenty Times, 1 June 1993.

Peters stung by Dominion's stance. Relates to BNZ accounting practises issue.  Bay of Plenty Times, 17 June 1993.

Peters explains appeal.  Bay of Plenty Times, 8 October 1994.

Peters appeals ruling.  Bay of Plenty Times, 7 October 1994.

Peters happy for office to be audited.  Relates to Parliamentary Office spending. Bay of Plenty Times, 1 November 1994.

Peters disputes expenses.  Relates to Parliamentary Office spending on a letter to Christchurch residents. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 November 1994.

Peters prepares to lead his party into a 1995 election.  Relates to 1995 election. Bay of Plenty Times, 21 December 1994.

'Gerrymandering' says Peters.  Relates to 1995 election, electoral boundaries. Bay of Plenty Times, 7 April 1995.

Peters  to hear fire concerns.  Relates to firefighter staffing cuts. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 April 1995.

MP support for firefighters.  Relates to firefighter staffing cuts. Bay of Plenty Times, 20 April 1995.

Peters sails into stormy waters on yacht funds.  Relates to funding of Team New Zealand. Bay of Plenty Times, 21 April 1995, p 3.

Peters sails into stormy waters on yacht funds.  Relates to funding of Team New Zealand. Bay of Plenty Times, 21 April 1995, p 3.

Peters to dodge secrecy laws. Relates to Parliamentary privilege information. Bay of Plenty Times, 25 April 1995, p 1.

Tauranga MP home with plans for chamber revamp.  Relates to parliamentary debating chamber. Bay of Plenty Times, 26 May 1995, p 2.

'Enemy within' as NZ sold off.  Relates to selling assets to foreign investors. Bay of Plenty Times, 27 May 1995, p 3.

Peters and wife to separate. Bay of Plenty Times, 3 June 1995.

Peters likely to ask for help with legal bills.  Relates to Cook Island tax avoidance inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 3 June 1995.

Peters establishes special trust fund.  Relates to Cook Island tax avoidance inquiry, legal bills. Bay of Plenty Times, 6 June 1995.

Peters 'suspicious' of offer.  Relates to Cook Island tax avoidance inquiry, legal bills. Bay of Plenty Times, 7 June 1995, p 3.

Peters slams presence.  Relates to Peacekeeping staff in Bosnia. Bay of Plenty Times, 8 June 1995.

NZ won't be fooled by Anderton, says Peters.  Relates to Jim Anderton against sale of Electricorp.  Bay of Plenty Times, 12 June 1995.

Paralysed man blames hospital.  Relates to Peters chairing a public meeting hospital mishap allegation. Bay of Plenty Times, 14 June 1995.

Peters suspicious of new parties' motives.  Relates to new government parties. Bay of Plenty Times, 24 July 1995.

Peters seeks more funds for inquiry.  Relates to Cook Island tax avoidance inquiry, wine box inquiry, legal bills. Bay of Plenty Times, 26 July 1995.

Peters expresses relief at winebox tax revelations.  Relates to Cook Island tax avoidance inquiry, legal bills. Bay of Plenty Times, 1 August 1995.

Peters moves on CHEs  Relates to Crown Health Enterprises, privatisation. Bay of Plenty Times, 3 August 1995.

Loss means system works, says Peters.  Relates to Parliamentary system. Bay of Plenty Times, 4 August 1995.

Writer labels Peters 'the most negative politician'.  Bay of Plenty Times, 5 August 1995.

Peters to dodge secrecy laws. Relates to Parliamentary system. Bay of Plenty Times, 25 April or August 1995, p1.

Peters' biography a 'hate vendetta'  Bay of Plenty Times, 8 August 1995, p 3.

Those who voted in favour. Relates to Death with Dignity Bill. Bay of Plenty Times, 17 August 1995.

Peters recharges for fresh onslaught. Relates to feature piece interview with Peters' on his career and future. Bay of Plenty Times, 18 December 1995, p 15.

MMP re-election fears.  Relates to MMP and election. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 August 1995.

Peters' biographer insults electorate.  Relates to Peters' biography by Martin Hames. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 August1995.

Students would pay only 10%, says Peters.  Relates to study funding, NZ First campaign policy. Bay of Plenty Times, 26 August 1995.

Peters for Papeete.  Relates to anti-nuclear rally. Bay of Plenty Times, 31 August 1995.

Peters criticizes TVNZ position.  Relates to winebox inquiry allegations. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 October 1995.

Peters gains backing.  Relates to immigration policy. Bay of Plenty Times, 22 February 1996.

Peters push for top job on target.  Relates to opinion polls. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 March 1996.

Peters explains party policy to conciliator.  Relates to immigration po95.licy. Bay of Plenty Times, 20 March 1996.

Accident prone coalition survives baptism of fire. Relates to government coalition. Bay of Plenty Times, 21 March 1997.

The highs and lows of the first 100 days. Relates to government coalition. Bay of Plenty Times, 21 March 1997.

Banks calls for Peters to back claim. Relates to fracas involving John Banks. Bay of Plenty Times, 21 March 1997.

The Winebox.  Relates to Winebox tax inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 22 March 1997, p 37.

Outcome of Peters assault hearing hangs in balance. Relates to fracas involving John Banks. Bay of Plenty Times, 26 March 1997, p 2.

Bank clashes with Peters. Relates to criticism of Peters as Treasurer. Bay of Plenty Times, 27 March 1997.

Recent MP defections 'will be the last'.  Relates to defections to NZ First. Bay of Plenty Times, 6 April 1996.

Winston's not too hot to touch.  Relates to NZ First fundraising in Ōtūmoetai. Bay of Plenty Times, 6 April 1996.

Racial abuse could escalate.  Relates to NZ First immigration policy. Bay of Plenty Times, 9 April 1996.

Peters calls for BNZ sale probe.  Relates to Winebox inquiry, BNZ. Bay of Plenty Times, 29 May 1996.

Peters sees himself as stoppable.  Relates to NZ First party, polls. Bay of Plenty Times, 29 May 1996.

Supporters pack inquiry.  Relates to Winebox inquiry, Cook Island tax inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 6 June 1996.

Kiwi ‘bloke’ plays role in Peters’ tax evidence. Relates to winebox inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 6 June 1996.

Peters to continue cat and mouse game. Relates to Winebox inquiry, Cook Island tax inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 8 June 1996.

Peters' winebox bill may top $500,000  Relates to Winebox inquiry, Cook Island tax inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 14 June 1996.

Hansard vital to Peters' defence  Relates to Selwyn Cushing, defamation case. Bay of Plenty Times, 18 June 1996.

Peters surrenders defence. Relates to Selwyn Cushing, defamation case. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 June 1996.

Judge stops to ponder claim hike. Relates to Selwyn Cushing, defamation case. Bay of Plenty Times, 20 June 1996.

Poll support slips for Peters' party. Relates to NZ First party, polls. Bay of Plenty Times, 20 June 1996.

Privy Council trip for Peters. Relates to Winebox inquiry, Cook Island tax inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 22 June 1996.

Peters unveils NZ First super scheme.  Bay of Plenty Times, 27 June 1996.

Peters welcomes law lords' decision. Relates to Winebox inquiry, Cook Island tax inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 5 July 1996.

Peters 'has better than even chance'. Relates to Selwyn Cushing, defamation case. Bay of Plenty Times, 5 July 1996.

Bolger challenges Peters to quit race. Relates to Selwyn Cushing, defamation case. Bay of Plenty Times, 6 July 1996.

Peters won't resign. Relates to Selwyn Cushing, defamation case. Bay of Plenty Times, 20 September 1996.

Peters turns on Māori radicals. Relates to election campaign topics. Bay of Plenty Times, 20 September 1996.

Peters and his army prepare. Relates to Government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 14 October 1996.

Peters will make careful decision, says local head. Relates to Government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 15 October 1996.

MPs meet to begin talks on coalitions. Relates to Government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 15 October 1996.

Peters prefers coalition. Relates to Government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 October 1996.

Peters briefed by economic chiefs. Relates to Government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 October 1996.

Winstonmania. The man who would be King-maker. Relates to Government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 October 1996.

Peters fronts up after fracas. Relates to late-night bar fracas. Bay of Plenty Times, 31 October 1996.

NZ First supporters prepared for worst. Relates to Government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 November 1996.

NZ First denies ‘heavying’. Relates to Māori fishing rights. Bay of Plenty Times, 22 November 1996.

Peters ordered to pay $75,000 defamation costs. Relates to Selwyn Cushing defamation case. Bay of Plenty Times, 22 November 1996.

Markets approve historic deal. Relates to Government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 11 December 1996.

Local iwi censure party’s ‘betrayal’. Relates to Government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 11 December 1996.

Peters’ role ‘would see crisis mode’. Relates to Government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 11 December 1996.

Coalition boost for Bay growth, says Peters. Relates to Government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 12 December 1996.

Peters as premier raised at late stage. Relates to Government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 12 December 1996.

NZ First wins some, loses some in deal. Relates to Government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 12 December 1996.

Coalition cracks appearing. Relates to Government coalition. Bay of Plenty Times, 14 December 1996.

Dead rats and deals. Relates to government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 15 December 1996 p C1 & C2.

Shipley tipped for foreign trade post. Relates to government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 15 December 1996 p A1 & A2.

Secret paper details Labour bid to Peters. Relates to government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 15 December 1996, p A2.

Make a decision for all Kiwis Peters told team. Relates to government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 15 December 1996, p A2.

It’ll be different next time. Relates to government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 15 December 1996, p A5.

Doubts over Peters’ role as holder of purse strings. Relates to government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 15 December 1996, p A5.

Peters confused coalition deals, says Clark. Relates to government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 December 1996.

Four Bay ministers in Cabinet. Relates to government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 December 1996.

Who’s who in the new government. Relates to government coalition. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 December 1996.

New test for Peters under MMP. Relates to government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 December 1996.

Grey Power chief quits in NZ First row. Relates to government coalition. Bay of Plenty Times, 23 December 1996.

Peters takes the throne. Relates to government coalition building. Bay of Plenty Times, 22 January 1997.

Peters to dig deeper after TV firm link with winebox. Relates to winebox tax inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 30 January 1997, p 2.

‘Muffed pass’ okay with National. Relates to government coalition and Aotearoa Television Network funding issue. Bay of Plenty Times, 4 February 1997.

Peters says ‘I’m sorry’ to Banks. Relates to fracas involving John Banks. Bay of Plenty Times, 6 March 1997.

Peters says ‘I’m sorry’ to Banks. Relates to fracas involving John Banks. Bay of Plenty Times, 6 March 1997.

City gains few answers from Peters. Relates to city business leaders lunch meeting. Bay of Plenty Times, 7  March 1997.

Peters slumps in opinion polls. Relates to polling results. Bay of Plenty Times, 7 March 1997.

Peters claims witnesses. Relates to fracas involving John Banks. Bay of Plenty Times, 10 March 1997.

Committee prepares to investigate fracas. Relates to alleged assault on John Banks. Bay of Plenty Times, 13 March 1997.

The Winebox. Relates to the Winebox inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 22 March 1997, p 37.

City gains few answers from Peters. Relates to Tauranga business leaders meeting. Bay of Plenty Times, 22 March 1997.

Outcome of Peters assault hearing hangs in balance. Relates fracas with John Banks. Bay of Plenty Times, 26 March 1997, p 2.

Peters' court costs not met by Crown. Relates to Cook Islands tax inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 25 March 1998.

Peters pilloried as land sale bill passed. Relates to land sale bill. Bay of Plenty Times, 26 March 1998.

'Loyal Nat' Peters back rebel views. Relates to Peters distancing himself from National Party.  Bay of Plenty Times, 25 March 1991.

Peters floats instant drug fine. Relates to drug policy. Bay of Plenty Times, 9 April 1997.

NZ First victim of 'backlash'. Relates to MMP voting. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 April 1997.

Peters loses his grip. Relates to polling results. Bay of Plenty Times, 22 April 1997.

Peters case ‘technical’. Relates to fracas involving John Banks. Bay of Plenty Times, 15 May 1997.

Privileges ruling is disgrace, says Peters. Relates to fracas involving John Banks. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 May 1997.

Defiant Peters refuses apology to House. Relates to fracas involving John Banks. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 May 1997.

Act makes its presence felt. Relates to candidate Ken Shirley. Bay of Plenty Times, 3 June 1998.

Shipley slams Peters' super suggestion. Relates to compulsory superannuation. Bay of Plenty Times, 10 June 1998.

Peters pays up but hasn’t given up. Relates to Selwyn Cushing defamation case. Bay of Plenty Times, 23 June 1997.

Deputy PM meets Hong Kong chief. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 July 1997.

Peters’ brief admits lack of fraud proof. Relates to Winebox tax inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 July 1997.

Call to force Peters to help with costs. Relates to Winebox tax inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 3 July 1997.

Taxpayer bill for winebox $10m so far. Relates to Winebox tax inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 4 July 1997.

Judge super scheme by the facts, Peters urges. Relates to compulsory superannuation scheme plan. Bay of Plenty Times, 9 July 1997, p 2 & p 4.

Coalition cracks widening. Relates to coalition Government relationships. Bay of Plenty Times, 25 September 1997.

Peters winebox action risks coalition stability. Relates to winebox tax inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 27 September 1997.

‘No’ vote just adds to Peters’ woes. Relates to superannuation referendum. Bay of Plenty Times, 27 September 1997.

The trouble with Winston. Relates to polling results. Sunday Star Times, 28 September 1997, p A5.

Tauranga deserts Peters. Relates to polling results. Sunday Star Times, 28 September 1997.

NZ First campaign chief quit ‘in sorrow’. Bay of Plenty Times, 29 September 1997.

Pledge from Peters to win back local voters. Relates to polling results. Bay of Plenty Times, 1 October 1997.

Protest rally a morning to forget for Tauranga’s MP. Relates to health protest rally. Bay of Plenty Times, 6 October 1997.

What a difference a year makes. Relates to MMP and the Government coalition. Bay of Plenty Times, 11 October 1997, p 37.

Coalition chaos ahead, says Prebble. Relates to Government coalition agreement. Sunday Star Times, 9 November 1997, p A6.

The 10 fatal errors of Winston Peters. Relates to Government coalition agreement. Sunday Star Times, 9 November 1997.

Peters appeal upholds defamation judgement. Relates to Selwyn Cushing defamation case. Bay of Plenty Times, 15 November 1997.

Tauranga comrade Peters' first mate.  Relates to NZ First  leadership. Bay of Plenty Times, 22 July 1998.

To support Peters or not is NZ First MPs' dilemma. Relates to Peters' leadership. Bay of Plenty Times, 15 August 1998.

History suggests Peters will return. Relates to Peters' second sacking. Bay of Plenty Times, 15 August 1998.

Tauranga poll shows Peters on huge slide. Bay of Plenty Times, 17 August 1998.

Electorate turns its back on Peters' party. Relates to Tauranga snap poll. Bay of Plenty Times, 18 August 1998.

Tauranga voters not impressed. Relates to Tauranga snap poll. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 August 1998.

Seven remain at Winston's side. Relates to politcal alliances. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 August 1998.

Voters endorse Peters' sacking. Relates to Tauranga snap poll. Bay of Plenty Times, 20 August 1998.

Poll reveals Peters has no show in PM stakes. Relates to Tauranga snap poll. Bay of Plenty Times, 21 August 1998.

Peters to appeal on defamation. Relates to alleged defamation of Selwyn Cushing. Bay of Plenty Times, 7 September 1998.

Peters blames Nats, Shipley for bust-up. Relates to collapse of coalition. Bay of Plenty Times, 7 September 1998.

Bay kiwifruit growers agog at Peters' paradox. Relates to industry deregulation statement. Bay of Plenty Times, 10 September 1998.

Peters: I'm sorry we joined Nats. Speech at Tauranga Rally.  Bay of Plenty Times, 14 September 1998.

Powers exceeded says Peters. Relates to Sir Ronald Davidsons criticism of Peters. Bay of Plenty Times, 24 September 1998.

Shipley slams Peters’ super suggestion. Relates to dismissal of Peters from cabinet. Bay of Plenty Times, 10 June 1998, p 2.

Peters losing ground. Relates to national poll.  Bay of Plenty Times, 28 September 1998.

Upbeat Peters survives annus horribilus. Relates to NZ First Gilbert Myles.  Bay of Plenty Times, 9 January 1999.

Peters used clout to win hospital job. Relates to alleged intervention role appointment. Bay of Plenty Times, 28 January 1999.

Polls pitch 'tailor-made' for NZ First. Relates to upcoming election.  Bay of Plenty Times, 11 February 1998 or 1999.

Group lashes out at firefighter cuts. Relates to plans to reduce professional fire fighter coverage.  Bay of Plenty Times, 4 February 1999.

MP attacks magazine over 'bias'. Relates to alleged North & South magazine report bias.  Bay of Plenty Times, 31 March 1999.

Peters calls for diabetes screening plan. Bay of Plenty Times, 25 May 1999.

Klansman speaks like a dingo, says Peters. Bay of Plenty Times, 4 June 1999.

Peters blasts rival's stand. Relates to Act rival.  Bay of Plenty Times, 15 June 1999.

Peters reopens Winebox in court. Relates to 'Winebox Inquiry' into corporate tax schemes involving the Cook Islands.  Bay of Plenty Times, 13 July 1999.

Election funds unfair, says Peters. Relates to election broadcasting funds.  Bay of Plenty Times, 16 July 1999.

Peters refuses to reject deal with National. Relates to coalition plans.  Bay of Plenty Times, 19 July 1999.

Peters slams nuclear 'sell-out'. Relates to donation to North Korea.  Bay of Plenty Times, 10 August 1999.

Is he a star (re) born? Relates to coalition plans.  Bay of Plenty Times, 17 August 1999.

Peters packs in party supporters. Relates to Tauranga political rally.  Bay of Plenty Times, 17 August 1999.

Peters woos 'solid' south. Relates to public meeting in Mosgiel.  Bay of Plenty Times, 20 August 1999.

Peters hailed as hero by supporters. Relates to Tauranga election rally.  Bay of Plenty Times, 21 August 1999.

Peters weeps as winebox findings declared invalid. Relates to 'Winebox Inquiry' into corporate tax schemes involving the Cook Islands. Bay of Plenty Times, 21 August 1999.

Pursue corporate cowboys, says Peters. Relates to 'Winebox Inquiry' into corporate tax schemes involving the Cook Islands. Bay of Plenty Times, 23 August 1999.

Winebox war flares again in Parliament. Relates to 'Winebox Inquiry' into corporate tax schemes involving the Cook Islands. Bay of Plenty Times, 25 August 1999.

Peters way in front of rivals, says poll. Bay of Plenty Times, 28 August 1999.

Peters laughs at 'growth industry'. Relates to electorate competitors in Tauranga. Bay of Plenty Times, 24 August 1999.

Peters calls for joint-deal facts. Relates to coalition partner plans. Bay of Plenty Times, 27 September 1999.

Merv stands by claims... Relates to advocacy for police. Bay of Plenty Times, 6 October 1999.

Peters golden boy, O'Regan heckled. Relates to coalition partner plans. Bay of Plenty Times, 18 October 1999.

Peters sold on military training he missed. Relates to military training for youth. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 October 1999.

Peters' stance could force second poll. Relates to coalition partner plans. Bay of Plenty Times, 8 November 1999.

Peters rules out going into coalition. Relates to coalition partner plans. Bay of Plenty Times, 8 November 1999.

Peters 'thinks he has to be twice as good' as others. Relates to coalition partner plans. Bay of Plenty Times, 8 November 1999.

The facts about the man. Bay of Plenty Times, 8 November 1999.

Reaching new heights. Relates to Tauranga Labour candidate, Katherine O'Regan. Bay of Plenty Times, 10 November 1999.

Triple trouble for Peter and NZ First. Relates to resignation of electoral candidates. Bay of Plenty Times, 13 November 1999.

Peters falls behind in poll turnaround. Bay of Plenty Times, 13 November 1999.

Peters under attack in seat and as leader.  Bay of Plenty Times, 15 November 1999.

Wyllie backs Peters despite hint of affair. Relates to MP Tutekawa Wyllie. Bay of Plenty Times, 15 November 1999.

Peters denies NZ First 'haemorrhaging' over polls. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 November 1999.

Police policy sees Peters kicked out. Relates to election campaign. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 November 1999.

Three in race to Tauranga finish line. Relates to election campaign. Bay of Plenty Times, 20 November 1999.

Winz denies Peters' luxury cars claim.  Bay of Plenty Times, 25 November 1999.

Rally triumph dimmed by poll.  Bay of Plenty Times, 25 November 1999.

Peters clings to Winz car claims as party slides in polls.  Bay of Plenty Times, 26 November 1999.

Comeback king hands on to crown for now.  Relates to election results. Bay of Plenty Times, 29 November 1999.

Its Winston by a whisker.  Relates to election results.  Bay of Plenty Times, 29 November 1999.

Winston fights them on the benches. Relates to his career ups and downs. Bay of Plenty Times, 4 December 1999, p 33.

Peters seeks inquiry into ‘grubbiest’ poll. Relates to 1999 election. Bay of Plenty Times, 9 December 1999.

Peters to stay despite tiny majority. Relates to his career ups and downs. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 December 1999.

2000s

Applause from Peters for move on vets’ compensation. Relates to war veterans funding for legal action. Bay of Plenty Times, 1 May 2000.

Peters says ‘hush money’ paid. Relates to alleged Airways Corporation payment. Bay of Plenty Times, 4 May 2000.

Tongue-lashing for political correctness. Relates to topic of PC at Welcome Bay meeting. Bay of Plenty Times, 6 May 2000.

Airways executives fight back. Relates to alleged Airways Corporation payment. Bay of Plenty Times, 12 May 2000.

Peters champions underdogs. Relates to exportation of dogs to Asia. Bay of Plenty Times, 13 May 2000.

Airways review terms decided. Relates to alleged Airways Corporation payment. Bay of Plenty Times, 31 May 2000.

Peters claims $1 million postal franking fraud. Relates to alleged tampering of franking machine. Bay of Plenty Times, 2 June 2000.

NZ Post says fraud settled. Relates to alleged tampering of franking machine. Bay of Plenty Times, 3 June 2000.

Airline inquiry report ‘snow job’ says Peters. Relates to alleged tampering of franking machine. Bay of Plenty Times, 4 July 2000.

Peters holds key to super. Relates to Labour’s superannuation scheme. Bay of Plenty Times, 27 July 2000.

Peters target of mud slinging in Parliament. Relates to alleged intimidation of witness. Bay of Plenty Times, 27 July 2000.

Peters vows to pursue Winebox.  Relates to Winebox tax-fraud inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 28 July 2000.

Peters says Clark unfair.  Relates to alleged unfair treatment of Dover Samuels. Bay of Plenty Times, 31 July 2000.

Call to reject ‘apartheid’ law.  Relates to separate Māori constituency bill. Bay of Plenty Times, 16 August 2000.

Peters claims new winebox evidence.  Relates to Winebox tax-fraud inquiry. Bay of Plenty Times, 17 August 2000.

Process of appointing QCs under review.  Relates to appointing Queen’s Counsel. Bay of Plenty Times, 17 August 2000.

No benefit seen in Peters’ bill.  Relates to bill restricting election opinion polls. Bay of Plenty Times, 19 August 2000.

Peters tables teabag inquiry.  Relates to tea commerical. Bay of Plenty Times, 9 September 2000.

Peters hits out at ‘creeping apartheid’.  Relates to Treaty of Waitangi clause in free trade agreements. Bay of Plenty Times, 14 September 2000.

Support for NZ First slips in Tauranga.  Relates to opinion poll. Bay of Plenty Times, 7 November 2000.

Peters queries poll data.  Relates to opinion poll. Bay of Plenty Times, 10 November 2000.

The political whirlpool.  Who is being sucked in? Relates to Peters leading New Zealand First party. Bay of Plenty Times, 30 June 2004.

The political whirlpool.  Who is being sucked in? Published transcript of the public address given by Peters in Christchurch. Bay of Plenty Times, 30 June 2004.

Winston Peters MP for Tauranga speaking at the opening of the Tauranga Moana Māori Trust Board office, October 1991. Te Ao Mārama - Tauranga City Libraries Photo 09-012