Rod Emmerson
Rod Emmerson is a renowned cartoonist for the New Zealand Herald, known for his sharp wit and insightful commentary on current events. His cartoons often blend humor with critical analysis, covering a wide range of topics including politics, sports, and entertainment. With multiple awards to his name, Emmerson has established himself as a prominent voice in New Zealand's media landscape, using his artistic talent to provoke thought and engage readers on the pressing issues of the day.
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Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of September 7-13
New Zealand· 2026-09-10Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of August 10-17New Zealand· 2026-08-12Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of August 3-9New Zealand· 2026-08-05Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of July 20-26New Zealand· 2026-07-22Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of July 13-19New Zealand· 2026-07-15Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of July 6-12New Zealand· 2026-07-09Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of June 29-July 5New Zealand· 2026-07-01Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of June 22-28New Zealand· 2026-06-25Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of June 15-21New Zealand· 2026-06-19Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of May 25-31New Zealand· 2026-05-28Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of March 2 - 8New Zealand· 2026-03-04Rod Emmerson is praised for his political cartoons addressing hypocrisy.
No ‘oops’ about it – kids hurt, killed going to school – Letters to the EditorNew Zealand· 2026-02-28
Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of February 23 - March 1New Zealand· 2026-02-26Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of February 16 - 22New Zealand· 2026-02-17Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of February 9-15New Zealand· 2026-02-11Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of February 2-8New Zealand· 2026-02-05Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of January 26 - February 1New Zealand· 2026-01-28Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of January 19 - 25New Zealand· 2026-01-22Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of January 12 - 18New Zealand· 2026-01-14Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of January 5 - 11New Zealand· 2026-01-12Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of December 22 - 28New Zealand· 2025-12-24Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of December 15 - 21New Zealand· 2025-12-19Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of December 8 - 14New Zealand· 2025-12-12Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of December 1 - 7New Zealand· 2025-12-03Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of November 24 - 30New Zealand· 2025-11-26Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of November 17 - 23New Zealand· 2025-11-20Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of November 10 - 16New Zealand· 2025-11-12Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of November 3 - 9New Zealand· 2025-11-06Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of October 27 - November 2New Zealand· 2025-10-31Rod Emmerson takes pen to paper to give us his take on the day’s events.
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of October 20 - 26New Zealand· 2025-10-23