I recap a year of turmoil as 2022 closes and 2023 beckons. I go through the basics of my understanding of reality, addressing some of the core conspiracies, using others' words as well as my own and in the process welcome 2023. In a nutshell - there is hope. Enjoy. … [Read more...] about 2022 Closes
Memories from 50 years ago!
I share here a few memories from a long time ago. We all have family, a history and memories, good or bad. In a world full of evil, hatred, conflict and confusion it is important to flick back over some of the positive things we remember. Enjoy a few of mine . . . … [Read more...] about Memories from 50 years ago!
More from Karen Ngatai: Taumarunui’s Non-lawyer
I share here an update to a post I did a year ago exposing the nature of Taumarunui's legal representative, ex-Deputy Mayor, Karen Ngatai, a woman I called "bad, just bad". Since then many have warned me about her - violence, backstabbing and so on, all par-for-the-course for a seasoned dirt-fighter. I share and discuss what I call a "dopey" formal communication from this … [Read more...] about More from Karen Ngatai: Taumarunui’s Non-lawyer
Ngati Haua Signs Up
Local 'mana whenua' Ngati Haua, signed an agreement in principle to settle their land claims and historical grievances with the Crown in the weekend. I mention a few of the factors mentioned to me in the lead-up to this event and pass comment. … [Read more...] about Ngati Haua Signs Up
Understanding [Maori] Sovereignty
This post describes sovereignty, sharing my understanding of the Sovereignty Movement and applying it to the Maori Sovereignty concepts popularised with the Treaty settlements process in NZ and in the last decade or so, Jacinda's active political support of the Maori agenda. It is essentially a major change in the power structure and is mirrored in global geopolitics. My take … [Read more...] about Understanding [Maori] Sovereignty
Life Cycle of a Barter Exchange
In this post I describe the life cycle of a Commercial Barter Exchange, describing the way that it is developed, defrauded and then expires. I use the current situation developing a case to get the authorities involved in looking at the BBX fraud in New Zealand. Enjoy! … [Read more...] about Life Cycle of a Barter Exchange
One in Eleven Million
This post shares the difficulty of the human brain to visualise large distances or numbers. It takes the probability of death through airline accidents at one in eleven million and attempts to represent it pictorially. We humans lose all sense of proportion after a few dozen, let alone a million! Large values are used to deceive - time & evolution, accidents & risk and … [Read more...] about One in Eleven Million
BBX Update 5 October 2022
This is an update on progress to my New Zealand's Commerce Commission complaint against the crooked BBX trade organisation. Progress is being made and while legal matters take a lot longer than most of the rest of the world to resolve, resolving they are indeed. Enjoy! … [Read more...] about BBX Update 5 October 2022
Treasuring British Traditions – A Cultural Difference
Katherine Birbalsingh is a black British educator with an attitude. In this post I summarise her recent interview with John Anderson under his Conversations series. Enjoy! … [Read more...] about Treasuring British Traditions – A Cultural Difference
Understanding the True Nature of Money
In this post I recap the essence of my 2015 book 'Mistakes of the Monetary Reformers' bringing the topics into the faith realm more than I did seven years ago. The heart of this message is that all good things are given to us by our Creator on a loan basis, and that while we all know that "it is not possible to take it with us when we go", true freedom comes from not only … [Read more...] about Understanding the True Nature of Money
Meurant, Booth & de Sturler on the Crewes
A recent new friend heard that I had written a few books and he asked me a truckload of questions about the Crewe Murders. Not always connecting with those under my age, I asked him how old he was. Over 70 means that he was around when they happened. It was a pleasure talking to someone who knew the significance of these murders. Here's a few commentators' comments, Pat Booth, … [Read more...] about Meurant, Booth & de Sturler on the Crewes
Suicide – Sick & Tired: of Pain
In this post I share the aftermath of a recent death, most likely a suicide, concluding that the permanent solution to a temporary situation simply transfers the pain one is experiencing to others. I try to warn others by explaining that the process of dying is just that - a process. Enjoy! … [Read more...] about Suicide – Sick & Tired: of Pain
RIP: Declan Curran, September 2022
Declan Curran (aka Agent Kiwi) went to meet his Maker last week. His body was cremated by Dil Funeral Services on the North Shore and his sister Joanne has taken over his affairs as his NOK. I am his editor and publisher and we agreed that in the event of his 'demise' the project to publish his book Deception would be done posthumously. That will now occur in due course. This … [Read more...] about RIP: Declan Curran, September 2022
MESSY! 8.Authorities: Upping the Ante
The essence of this short post is that New Zealand's Commerce Commission will be provided sufficient information to investigate the BBX operations in New Zealand taking into account two factors: 1. The devaluation of the BBX currency (currently backed by less than 1c in the trade dollar) and 2. Misrepresentation of the BBX membership and the BBX organisation in New … [Read more...] about MESSY! 8.Authorities: Upping the Ante
MESSY! 7.Getting Hidden Help
This post is one of a series exposing Australian fraudster Caroline Macdonald, CEO of BBX International, a commercial barter scam. In it I show how the crooked deceive others using what we call ad hominem attacks garnered from hidden helpers to show others up in the hope that attention can be taken off their own sins. Enjoy! … [Read more...] about MESSY! 7.Getting Hidden Help
MESSY! 6.Dealing With the Devil
This post is one in a series exposing an Australian business woman Caroline Macdonald. In this post I try to explain how the perception game differs from reality and how crooks, crims and crazies live, work and play in the murky area, before I give advice on how to deal with "the devil". Enjoy this one and hopefully there will be enough understanding from you to justify the … [Read more...] about MESSY! 6.Dealing With the Devil
MESSY! 5.Analysing the Conflict
This post is one in a series which exposes fraudster-ess Caroline Macdonald and her shonky deals using the fraudulent BBX brand and now a failed Aussie crypto company Black Tie Holdings (BT). Central to this recent drama has been a rather nasty scrap between Caroline and a fellow Australian 'betting dude' Robert Tidy. In this post I share what I've learned from digesting some … [Read more...] about MESSY! 5.Analysing the Conflict
MESSY! 4.IRTA’s 2022 Shame
Caroline Macdonald is the guest of honour at this year's IRTA conference. Shame IRTA! Shame! In this post I get down and dirty real with an organisation struggling for relevance in 2022, along with a dying membership and credibility problems. I know the people and the organisation VERY well, and believe me this year will be nothing more than previous years, except that perhaps … [Read more...] about MESSY! 4.IRTA’s 2022 Shame
MESSY! 3. The Blackmail Conversation
This post is one of a series exposing the real Caroline Macdonald. In it I give commentary on the dynamics at play for those new to the personality and voice of a woman that has been the butt of many a barb given to me over the years - from dozens of really angry and upset people, mainly BBX and ex-BBX megamblmbers from Australia and New Zealand. Caroline's true nature can be … [Read more...] about MESSY! 3. The Blackmail Conversation
MESSY! 2. The REAL Caroline Macdonald
This post is one of a series exposing the real Caroline Macdonald, CEO of BBX International, a fraudulent commercial barter company that I investigated thoroughly in February 2017. The series will become a book - called "Messy" a direct quote from a woman who will mo doubt need a 'nappy change'. It will be warning the world of the things that she (and her fellow criminals) do … [Read more...] about MESSY! 2. The REAL Caroline Macdonald
MESSY! 1. Introduction
"MESSY! The Caroline Macdonald Backstory" is a book and website designed to inform the public about the REAL Caroline Macdonald, an Australian commercial barter con-artist currently CEO of the BBX International con job. The book is being published along with the entire massive research entitled "The BBX Investigation" written in 2017. It is published by my New Zealand licensed … [Read more...] about MESSY! 1. Introduction
38. The BBX Investigation Final Comments
The BBX Investigation has closed. The book is being collated and the last words are written here for the puppetmeister (mistress really) Carolin McDonald, CEO (by hook or by crook) of BBX International, a conglomerate of companies that I’ve shown to have stolen from their members for decades and who lie through their teeth at every conceivable possibility. I have nothing but … [Read more...] about 38. The BBX Investigation Final Comments
37. BBX Whistleblower: Cameron McKean
In this interview, I give opportunity for the BBX Whistleblower. Cameron McKean to speak. He has a lot at stake, first pulling out of BBX, then doing it the way he did, and then his questions getting out and The BBX Investigation following. His answers to my questions are very similar in style to those we had engaging during my investigation. I think it helps to see … [Read more...] about 37. BBX Whistleblower: Cameron McKean
36. MEDIA RELEASE: Barter Tax Avoidance Warning
[ORIGINALLY POSTED in March 2017 at http://www.dennis.co.nz/2017/03/36-media-release-barter-tax-avoidance-warning/index.html] Media Release FOR: IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: 8 March 2017 FROM: DENNIS A. SMITH, INVESTIGATIVE BLOGGER SUBJECT: BARTER COMPANY DATA BREACH CAUSES TAX AVOIDANCE WARNING CONTACT: www.dennis.co.nz, … [Read more...] about 36. MEDIA RELEASE: Barter Tax Avoidance Warning
35. BBX Rips Open the Barter Industry
The BBX Investigation has ripped open the Commercial Barter industry and this will have global ramifications. Michael Touma, founder of BBX, while he was alive had an aura of invincibility, but with his passing, the demise of his business has now shown all the scam it truly was. Despite the desperate efforts of IRTA to cover it all up, as the authorities investigate, first … [Read more...] about 35. BBX Rips Open the Barter Industry
34. BBX Devaluation Helps With Tax Losses
The publication of actual BBX figures, showing massive currency debasement is a two-edged sword. First and most obviously when reality hits home that we’ve been defrauded, it hurts, but there is an upside to this. We can now legitimately claim huge tax losses with a devalued currency. Furthermore for those who have kept business transactions within the BBX system hidden out of … [Read more...] about 34. BBX Devaluation Helps With Tax Losses
33. Warning to BBX Staff & Associates
This is a formal warning to BBX staff, franchisees, sub-contractors, members and associated parties that their/your involvement in perpetuating a fraudulent barter operation (BBX) may place themselves at risk of aiding and abetting criminal activity, and if it is in New Zealand or associated with NZ following midnight 31st March 2017, will result in criminal charges. … [Read more...] about 33. Warning to BBX Staff & Associates
32. BBX and Issues of Morality
I address here, the issues of morality, using a communication received from an angry BBX Member not only showing him up for the hypocrite that he is, but how immorality takes over when we blame others for what is our failing. BBX International blames the whistleblower; then BBX members blame me, the messenger and everybody wants somebody else to pay for their mistakes and … [Read more...] about 32. BBX and Issues of Morality
31. BBX Members React – It’s War
BBX Members across the globe have and are continuing to rise up against Aussie Barter company BBX International. Reeling from The BBX Investigation, BBX staff and franchises are desperate to stem the leaks. The raw data is out and getting seen; court actions are commencing and the PR spin is that all is good and golden at BBX. It’s not! I share some of the things that have … [Read more...] about 31. BBX Members React – It’s War
30. The Raw BBX Data
In this post I share an email from John Attridge, CEO, BBX UK in which among other things he challenges me and my credibility. I also describe communications from IRTA’s Ron Whitney and activities from BBX’s Carolin MacDonald to undermine my credibility. I warned all that I would release the entire data set that I received via my Tipline should any challenge to my credibility … [Read more...] about 30. The Raw BBX Data
29. BBX International in a Nutshell
This is a summary of the failed BBX International barter exchange, which (apart from release of the core data) wraps up The BBX Investigation. … [Read more...] about 29. BBX International in a Nutshell
28. The BBX People
I list here the key people involved in the BBX operations and The BBX Investigation. Some I have known for years. Some I’ve never met. Some are complicit from the outset. Others have got conned themselves and there are victims all over the globe. Enjoy my take on the various characters caught up in my investigation. [ORIGINALLY POSTED in February 2017 at … [Read more...] about 28. The BBX People
27. BBX Minor Countries Analysis
I finish my analysis of BBX memberships analysing Malaysia, Singapore, India, Costa Rica, Taiwan, Hong Kong (BBX’s supposed home) and China. Excepting perhaps the last one, it’s bad, more bad, even more bad and worse still. As previously reported I have taken the actual members with actual balances, totaled them to get the balance/ratio of debts and credits; picked out any … [Read more...] about 27. BBX Minor Countries Analysis
26. BBX – Thailand Member Analysis
BBX Thailand has had real problems since its inception. Going through multiple owners under founder Michael Touma’s direct care, it eventually ended up with Cameron McKean who resigned after the founder’s death and a string of unresolved issues that destroyed his confidence with the founder’s daughter who was running the show. His resignation letter was basically the … [Read more...] about 26. BBX – Thailand Member Analysis
25. BBX NZ – Serious Fraud Office
I post here the complaint lodged with NZ’s Serious Fraud Office today 27 February 2017. SFO handles all fraud over $2m and with my exposure of a $6.9m deficit within the BBX NZ trading platform this more than qualifies for the ‘heavies’ to get involved. Multiple crimes going back years have occurred. I have made my research available to them today. Due process will occur and … [Read more...] about 25. BBX NZ – Serious Fraud Office
24. BBX UK Membership Analysis
[ORIGINALLY POSTED in February 2017 at http://www.dennis.co.nz/2017/02/24-bbx-uk-membership-analysis/index.html] Here are the statistics for BBX UK, based on actual membership data. BBX UK is the healthiest of all the BBX exchanges in the sense that there are members trading, equal numbers of members in debt and credit but claimed membership numbers are grossly exaggerated … [Read more...] about 24. BBX UK Membership Analysis
23. BBX New Zealand Analysis
The BBX New Zealand membership and account analysis presents a remarkably simple picture, with real figures, of what happens when a barter exchange owner debases the currency. Grid-lock occurs, as the currency becomes less and less of value, down, in this case to 1.7c in the dollar and probably less. They also show the extraordinary lengths that deceivers go to when hiding … [Read more...] about 23. BBX New Zealand Analysis
22. BBX – Winding Down/Winding Up
In this 22nd post of The BBX Investigation I use six examples of barter exchange failures to describe the process and reasons for failure. … [Read more...] about 22. BBX – Winding Down/Winding Up
21. How BBX Did It – Lies & Theft
In The BBX Investigation, I’ve hinted at bigger things happening behind the scenes. In this post I describe the sorts of things that occur in crooked barter exchanges and detail how the puppeteers pull the strings for personal enrichment. They deceive . . . then steal. There’s nothing new under the sun. I apply this understanding to the BBX business and make estimates on the … [Read more...] about 21. How BBX Did It – Lies & Theft
20. More Words from BBX People
This [long] post shares the second set of feedback from BBX members following my first email asking for feedback. I asked these two questions: Are you happy as a BBX member? Can you spend your credits effectively? The responses paint a very clear picture of serious problems for the failing exchange. … [Read more...] about 20. More Words from BBX People
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