User talk:Nzindie

AfD nomination of She'll Be Right Records
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Speedy deletion of Kimo nz
A tag has been placed on Kimo nz requesting that it be speedily deleted from Wikipedia. This has been done under section A7 of the criteria for speedy deletion, because the article appears to be about a band, but it does not indicate how or why the subject is notable: that is, why an article about that subject should be included in an encyclopedia. Under the criteria for speedy deletion, articles that do not indicate the subject's importance or significance may be deleted at any time. Please see the guidelines for what is generally accepted as notable, as well as our subject-specific notability guideline for musical topics.

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Speedy deletion of YFC Band
A tag has been placed on YFC Band requesting that it be speedily deleted from Wikipedia. This has been done under section A7 of the criteria for speedy deletion, because the article appears to be about a band, but it does not indicate how or why the subject is notable: that is, why an article about that subject should be included in an encyclopedia. Under the criteria for speedy deletion, articles that do not indicate the subject's importance or significance may be deleted at any time. Please see the guidelines for what is generally accepted as notable, as well as our subject-specific notability guideline for musical topics.

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NZ On Air article
Hey there. Just so you know, I wasn't attempting to "sanitise" the NZ On Air article, but I can appreciate that it appeared that way to you. I was trying to rewrite it so it would be more balanced, but it looks like I tipped the scales too far in the other direction. I've added back the note about the BSA ruling, as that's an important detail.

Also - do you have any sources about the Annabel Fay/NZOA controversy? Something that mentions NZOA ignoring the guidelines in the Broadcasting Act? A news article would be great. You know Wikipedia - all about the sources! Cheers. Robyn2000 (talk) 13:50, 13 May 2013 (UTC)

That's a good list of links you left! And I'm chuffed to see my own blog in there (5000 Ways). Do you feel like rewriting the article with those refs, or shall I have a go? Robyn2000 (talk) 21:20, 13 May 2013 (UTC)

Update
Hey there. I've made a couple of small changes to the NZ On Air article. You might not appreciate what I'm doing, but I want to assure you that when I make edits, it's not done with the intention of "sanitising" the article or writing a "puff piece" (key Wikipedia principle: assume good faith). Rather, I'm just trying to rewrite it to keep it in line with Wikipedia's standards on article style - specifically needing to keep a neutral point of view.

Are you familiar with "What Wikipedia is not"? I'd recommend having a good read of it, particularly the section on "Wikipedia is not a publisher of original thought". You obviously have a lot of strong feelings on NZ On Air, but it's not appropriate to write editorial commentary in a Wikipedia article. Perhaps you could start a blog or a Facebook page on the subject if you have a lot to say that doesn't fit on the Wikipedia page. Robyn2000 (talk) 00:42, 6 June 2013 (UTC)

More comments
Thanks for you comments.

Section 39(a) - I did a lot of research into this. The Act says that NZOA must consider "the extent to which the persons seeking the funding for the project to which the proposal relates have sought and secured funding or other resources for the project from sources other than the Commission". This doesn't actually mean "If your family is rich, you shouldn't get money", but that could be considered. It can also go the other way and is one of the reasons why NZ On Air now requires co-funding from the applicant in music video grants. So I tried to write something that reflected this: "The Broadcasting Act does not directly require applicants to be means-tested, but section 39(a) does require that NZ On Air consider what other funding an applicant has received."

The PM's quote - you're right, it was a really bad quote! I've actually removed the whole sentence as I couldn't find a good quote from him on the subject. It's vaguely noteworthy that the PM commented on the show, but less so when he didn't really have anything to say!

Other controversies - like any Wikipedia article, this one is a work in progress. I figure the best thing to do is to get the current article in good shape, then look at adding new content. My next task is getting the article introduction and Activities section sorted out. It's barely referenced, which is something it needs. I'm just one person and I have limited time to work on the NZ On Air article. I just do what's enjoyable for me! Robyn2000 (talk) 03:00, 6 June 2013 (UTC)

And more
Weirdly enough, I thought the PM's quote was generally supportive of NZ On Air! I removed it because I felt it was an awkward quote that didn't generally say anything significant. Do you have a source for a better quote from him?

And I'm really glad you've been inspired to contribute more to the article! I look forward to seeing your contributions. Robyn2000 (talk) 05:04, 6 June 2013 (UTC)

By the way
Did you know I'm Robyn Gallagher of 5000 Ways to Love You. And I assume you're also the person behind the Sounds Like Us NZ Music group on Facebook. Nice to meet you!

The PM Quote
Re the PM's quote. You originally commented "Also if you're going to try and include a supporting quote from the prime minister of NZ then you should include it in its context and not edited" That's all I was referring to. You felt the quote I had was inadequate; I'm saying, ok, find a quote that is adequate. That's all.

You seem to be attributing malice to my editing choices when there simply isn't any there. This really upsets me. Robyn2000 (talk)

Thanks
Thanks for your last comment. You've left me with some interesting things to look into. Robyn2000 (talk) 06:03, 6 June 2013 (UTC)

Your recent edits
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Your recent edits
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NZ on Air article
I have written something on the talk page re the controversies section. Please respond. Please also make sure you keep the following wikipedia policies in mind: Conflict of interest, Neutral point of view. - SimonLyall (talk) 20:16, 6 June 2013 (UTC)

Your recent changes have re-introduced the issues I fixed up over here : http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=NZ_On_Air&oldid=558682243#Failure_to_archive_funded_music_works, including getting Robyn's website address wrong. I think its misleading and irrelevant to call the film archive privately owned, when its a charitable trust that receives most of its funding from the govt. You'll have a better chance of the criticisms remaining if you stay as brief as possible, because I don't think anyone is that keen to expand the rest of the NZ On Air entry when there are so many other NZ articles needing substantial work.Haminoon (talk) 03:00, 7 June 2013 (UTC)

Photos related to NZ Music Industry
Separate from this NZOA thing wikipedia/wikimedia is always on the lookout for photos to illustrate articles. If you have any of people or events that you own the copyright to and are able to release then that would be great. - SimonLyall (talk) 05:28, 7 June 2013 (UTC)

Commenting style
BTW could you please follow normal convention with you talks. It makes it easier to follow discssions.


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Thanks. - SimonLyall (talk) 05:45, 7 June 2013 (UTC)


 * ok, thanks for the heads up. I'm not a devoted wiki follower like some of you, just trying to include valuable info and insight as I find it. It's a shame this info can't be viewed and presented in a fair way but it appears someone has an interest in sanitising itNzindie (talk) 06:00, 7 June 2013 (UTC)

Proposed deletion of Squirm


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Speedy deletion nomination of The Drowners Band (Sweden)


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Nomination of Squirm for deletion
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