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Aotearoa’s Human Rights Issues and the Impact of the Universal Periodic Review w/ Dr Karanina Sumeo: 22 February, 2024

Aotearoa’s Human Rights Issues and the Impact of the Universal Periodic Review w/ Dr Karanina Sumeo: 22 February, 2024 Aotearoa’s Human Rights Issues and the Impact of the Universal Periodic Review w/ Dr Karanina Sumeo: 22 February, 2024, 22.33 MB
Thu 22 Feb 2024

Human rights groups from Aotearoa, such as the Human Rights Commission, have been in Geneva ahead of the Universal Periodic Review of our progress on human rights issues.

Caeden spoke to Acting Chief Commissioner, Dr Karanina Sumeo, about Aotearoa's human rights issues and what the impacts of the review could be.

The Wire w/ Beth: 22 February, 2024

The Wire w/ Beth: 22 February, 2024 The Wire w/ Beth: 22 February, 2024, 131.31 MB
Thu 22 Feb 2024

E whai ake nei, coming up on the Wire for Rāpare Thursday!

Beth spoke to Counsellor for Waitakere, Shane Henderson, about the impact the government’s recent repeal of Three Waters will have on the Council in terms planning of water services and infrastructure.

Castor spoke to The University of Otago’s Professor Michael Baker about increased measles risk in Aotearoa and possible countermeasures.

Caeden spoke with Acting Chief Commissioner, Dr Karanina Sumeo, about Aotearoa's human rights issues and what the impacts of the Universal Periodic Review could be.

Spike spoke to Unite Union Contact Center organiser Sam Burnside-Woods about unionisation at One NZ, work from home policies and the ongoing redundancy waves.

And Castor spoke with doctoral student at the University of Auckland, Tom Pearce, about assessment based education, the campaigned policies and alternative methods to increase learning for students. 

Smith v Fonterra Judicial Climate Justice w/ Vernon Rive: February 21st, 2024

Smith v Fonterra w/ Vernon Rive: February 21st, 2024 Smith v Fonterra w/ Vernon Rive: February 21st, 2024, 20.71 MB
Wed 21 Feb 2024

The Supreme Court in the recent Smith v Fonterra case ruled that Iwi Leader Mike Smith can proceed to trial against Fonterra, and six of the other largest greenhouse gas emitters. In this case, he argued that their emissions would harm him and his interests to customary land, including loss of cultural and spiritual sites, and fisheries. 

Olivia talked to Associate Professor at the University of Auckland Law School, Vernon Rive, about this decision. He also discussed what judicial decisions means for overarching climate action, and other implications of this case.

Foodstuffs Facial Recognition Trial w/ Gehan Gunasekara: February 21st, 2024

Foodstuffs Facial Recognition Trial w/ Gehan Gunasekara: February 21st, 2024 Foodstuffs Facial Recognition Trial w/ Gehan Gunasekara: February 21st, 2024, 32.8 MB
Wed 21 Feb 2024

Foodstuffs is rolling out a facial recognition trial to identify and deter shoplifters. Many have criticised such use of facial recognition technology, noting that it is a slippery slope, and can encroach on people’s privacy. 

Olivia talked to Associate Professor at the University of Auckland’s Department of Commercial Law, Gehan Gunasekara, about the potential benefits and issues with utilising this technology, and possible actions the Government should take in protecting privacy. 

Section 27 Cultural Reports w/ Kris Gledhill: February 21st, 2024

Section 27 Cultural Reports w/ Kris Gledhill: February 21st, 2024 Section 27 Cultural Reports w/ Kris Gledhill: February 21st, 2024, 16.98 MB
Wed 21 Feb 2024

The government has announced its intention to scrap legal funding for section 27 cultural reports. These reports are used in court sentencing for judges to learn more about the offenders’ cultural background and their lives. This decision has been criticised, with experts saying that scrapping reports would make trials slower and more expensive, and would negatively impact Māori. 

Olivia talked to Professor of Law at AUT, Kris Gledhill, about this decision, the issues with it, and how Aotearoa New Zealand compares with other countries.

The Wire: 21st February, 2024

The Wire: 21st February, 2024 The Wire: 21st February, 2024, 96.56 MB
Wed 21 Feb 2024

Producer Olivia spoke to Associate Professor at the University of Auckland Law School, Vernon Rive, about the Smith and Fonterra climate change court case. 

She also spoke to Associate Professor at the University of Auckland’s Department of Commercial Law, Gehan Gunasekara, about Foodstuffs’ facial recognition trial.

And she spoke to Professor of Law at AUT, Kris Gledhill, about the Government's decision to scrap legal aid for section 27 cultural reports.

The Wire w/ Milly: 20 February, 2024

The Wire w/ Milly: 20 February, 2024 The Wire w/ Milly: 20 February, 2024 , 100.52 MB
Tue 20 Feb 2024

This week on The Wire, Milly rejoins the news team for a fleeting moment alongside her producer Sofia! Castor speaks to National's James Meager about the Three Waters replacement and changes to the sex and gender school curriculum, Sofia speaks to Gerard Rushton Chairman of Meningitis Foundation Aotearoa about vaccines and first year university students, as well as  Professor Troy Baisden, the Co-President of the New Zealand Association of Scientists, talking about impending cuts in the science sector. There's also Dear Science with Alan Blackman. Do not be surprised by impromptu updates on Grant Robinson's resignation from parliment!

Three Waters reform and queer issues w/ National's James Meager: 20 February 2024

Three Waters reform and queer issues w/ National's James Meager: 20 February 2024 Three Waters reform and queer issues w/ National's James Meager: 20 February 2024, 20.98 MB
Tue 20 Feb 2024

The Labour Party’s controversial Three Waters reforms were repealed last week. National’s replacement plan seeks to address the complaints of many who pushed back against the bill, while maintaining support for challenged regions. 

Additionally, this Sunday saw National Leader Christopher Luxon pushed out of the yearly Big Gay Out event by protestors. Amongst other issues, the protestors are standing against proposed changes to the school curriculum, removing and replacing gender, sexuality, and relationship-based education guidelines. 

Producer Castor spoke to National’s James Meager about the Three Waters replacement, including recent environmental concerns. He also discusses the curriculum changes, and how the National Party supports queer young people.

Dear Science w/ Alan Blackman : 20 February, 2024

Dear Science w/ Alan Blackman : 20 February, 2024 Dear Science w/ Alan Blackman : 20 February, 2024, 19.5 MB
Tue 20 Feb 2024

This week on Dear Science, Alan brings us some interesting food news - from why blueberries aren't really blue to "meaty rice". Also, Alan and The Wire team attempt to take you to lower frequencies as we discover that lower voices might be the key to social standing. All here on Dear Science, thanks to MOTAT!

Science Research Funding Cuts w Professor Troy Baisden: 20 February, 2024

Science Research Funding Cuts w Professor Troy Baisden: 20 February, 2024 Science Research Funding Cuts w Professor Troy Baisden: 20 February, 2024, 15.07 MB
Tue 20 Feb 2024

National's government announced the axing of Te Ara Paerangi Future Pathways: a large science reform program set up only last year.

It has left scientists concerned that budget cuts will further hit the already struggling sector; including the end of an 11-ten-year collaborative science programme known as the National Science Challenge

Producer Sofia Kent spoke to Professor Troy Baisden, the Co-President of the New Zealand Association of Scientists, about what the future of science research looks like in Aotearoa.