New Integrity Sport and Recreation Commission w/ Board Chair Don Mackinnon and InsideOUT Kōaro Managing Director Tabby Besley: 17 August, 2023

Parliament has backed legislation that will create a new independent entity to strengthen and protect the integrity of sports and recreation in Aotearoa. 

The Integrity Sport and Recreation Commission will begin on 1 July next year and focus particularly on the well-being of participants. 

First, News and Editorial Director Jessica Hopkins spoke to Barrister and Board Chair responsible for establishing the Commission, Don Mackinnon, about its purpose. 

MPs also voted on an amendment that ensures representation from the rainbow community, which will be included in the legislation. 

She also spoke to InsideOUT Kōaro Managing Director Tabby Besley about rainbow representation on the Commission.