David Farrar

David Farrar

Political Blogger


Kiwiblog

Wellington, null NZ


Tomorrow may never come...so enjoying what you do is so important.

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David Farrar

Milestones

My road in life has been direct.
At 18, had his entire life worked out: when he'd get his degree, when he'd get married, etc.
Always thought he would be a doctor, but found another passion.
Worked as a political staffer for various members of New Zealand's Parliament for eight years.
Started his blog, Kiwiblog, in 2003; mostly writes about political issues, public policy.
Was at one point the most highly trafficked blog in New Zealand.
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Career

Political Blogger

I run specialist opinion polling and research agency and blog regularly about politics and current issues.

Career Roadmap

Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Politics
Writing
Communicating / Sharing Stories

Interviewed By

Rotorua - Christchurch

Rotorua - Christchurch

After a Zorbing adventure, the team is at the halfway point of their roadtrip. In Rotorua, they meet with Doug Tamaki, local personality John "Bertie" Cocking, and political blogger David Farrar. After a ferry ride to the South Island, the team meets with mountaineer Mark Inglis. They head to Christchurch where they talk with Robin Judkins, an artist, author, and creator of adventure racing events.