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New Zealand has joined an international pledge that promises to reduce methane emissions over the next decade but no methane reduction policies and targets would not be changed.
The pledge, which was announced earlier this week during COP 26 in Glasgow, promises to reduce global methane emissions by at least 30 percent from 2020 levels by 2030, but each country doesn’t have to meet that target individually.
Climate Change Minister James Shaw spoke to Justin Wong.
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced at COP26 that the country would introduce a target of net zero emissions by 2070, despite it being 20 years later than the US and UK, and 10 years later than Russia and China's targets.
Siddanth Prasad is an assistant professor at the Jindal School of Environment and Sustainability at the O.P. Jindal Global University. He spoke to Justin Wong
New Covid-19 announcements and rule updates have come thick and fast throughout the Delta outbreak period, leaving many Auckland businesses wanting answers. News and Editorial Director Jemima Huston speaks to Hospitality New Zealand Auckland representative Jamie Freeman and Heart of the City, Auckland CBD’s business association, Chief Executive Viv Beck about how some of the government's latest directives have impacted the retail and hospitality sectors. They discuss Monday's announcement that in principle Auckland will move to Alert Level 3 Step 2 on Tuesday 9 November at 11:59pm, the new Covid-19 Protection Framework or traffic light system, and the call for hospitality businesses to expand their outside seating areas to public footpaths.
This week on Dear Science, Zazi was joined by AUT Professor Marcus Jones, chatting all things COVID! Marcus talks about the current search for people who never get COVID, what COVID vaccines for young kids could mean for the pandemic, as well as the common antidepressant that slashes the risk of COVID-19 deaths.
Today marks World Sandwich Day! Whether it be a Monte Cristo, a breakfast butty, or a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, today is the day to celebrate them all.
In Aotearoa New Zealand, many hospo spots have made an effort to celebrate World Sandwich Day, by bringing new sandwich ideas to their menus or by collaborating with their neighbouring businesses to bring some excitement to customers and their own workplace environments.
Zazi spoke with Best Food’s Alison Murray and Baby G Burger’s Owner, Cam Blanchard, about why they are getting involved in celebrating World Sandwich Day.
They spoke about the history of the sandwich and why it is important to be involved in community festivities, as well as support local businesses, especially in these tough times.
This week on the Wednesday Wire, the show kicks off with Zazi having her regular segment Dear Science with AUT Professor Marcus Jones. They speak about the search for people who never get COVID; discuss what COVID vaccines for young kids could mean for the pandemic; as well as talk about the common antidepressant that slashes the risk of COVID death.
Zazi then has her regular catch-up with ACT's Brooke van Velden. They talk about the End of Life Choice Act, COP26 and The Act Party’s 'Vax Break policy'.
After that, Zazi has a chat with Best Food’s Alison Murray, and Baby G Burger’s Owner, Cam Blanchard, about World Sandwich Day, which is today!
Finally, Jemima speaks with Hospitality NZ Auckland’s Jamie Freeman, and Heart of the City’s Viv Beck, about potentially easing restrictions in Tāmaki Makaurau next week, their reactions to the traffic light system and the calls to expand hospitality spaces onto footpaths.
This week Zazi and Brooke talk about the End of Life Choice Act, COP26 and The Act Party’s “Vax Break Policy”.
First off, the two talk about the End of Life Choice Act. Brooke shares how she has been involved in implementing the legislation, whether she expects New Zealanders to immediately use it, and how widespread concerns are about this Act.
Secondly, Zazi speaks to Brooke about COP26, and whether Brooke still thinks it was the wrong move for James Shaw to attend. Zazi also asks Brooke about India Logan-Riley's speech at COP26, to see if she agrees that climate change issues are rooted in colonialism.
And finally, Brooke talks about the ACT Party's 'Vax Break Policy'. She discusses how a $250 tax credit could increase vaccination numbers, if there has been any interest or support shown from other Parties or the Government, and why she believes incentive is an important angle to think about, aside from general access to vaccinations.
Today on the Wire, Jemima Huston speaks to Dr Dianne Sika-Paotonu, an immunologist from the University of Otago Wellington, about the government easing restrictions in Alert Level 3 regions.
Joe Wickins talks to Peter Reynolds, the CEO of the Disability Support Network, about the new Ministry for Disabled People.
Jemima interviews Oxfam Aotearoa's Campaigns Manager Alex Johnston about the group's position on the New Zealand government’s latest Nationally Determined Contribution target to keep global heating to within 1.5 degrees.
Trishil Dahya brings us his final report for his internship here at 95bFM. He speaks to two students about their experiences accessing mental health services.
Finally, Joe speaks to University of Otago Associate Professor in Psychological Medicine Jenny Jordan about the lack of funding within support services for eating disorders and mental health.
Young people trying to reach out for help with their depression have faced long wait times and wondering whether their concerns are actually heard out.
Trishil speaks to a friend that requested to stay anonymous. They discussed their attempts for reaching out for help and their feeling of hopelessness when struggling to feel heard. In the second half, Trishil speaks to Joe Scarrow to discuss his story of depression, reaching out for help, and his effects to reach mental clarity.
The Healthcare exec Brian Thompson was shot dead by a masked assailant last week.
The crime has gained significant controversy and attention online, with many using it to restart the debate on the inequities of the United States healthcare system.
And this week Yale University was the latest college to commit to divesting from weapons manufacturing after a student vote.
For State of the States this week Wire Host Caeden speak to Andre Fa’aoso from the Yale Daily News about both of these topics.
The government as announced their plan for the Cook Strait ferry a year after they scrapped Labour’s plan, including cancelling the ferries the Labour government had ordered.
And a new report from the Ministry of Social Development has revealed nearly a quarter of beneficiaries are not receiving their correct entitlements.
For our weekly catch-up with the Labour Party, Wire Host Caeden speaks to Deputy Leader Carmel Sepuloni about both of these topics.
For City Counselling this week, producer Sofia caught up with Councillor Shane Henderson about proposed time-of-use charging to solve congestion problems in Tāmaki and Council selling their remaining Auckland Airport shares last week.
The Green party recently released He Ara Anamata - the Green party’s emissions reduction plan.
The document covers more than 10 areas of the economy and energy Sector that a Greens-led government would be looking to adapt to minimise carbon emissions and protect the natural landscapes of Aotearoa.
It also comes 5 months after the government released their own draft emissions plan. Numerous experts pointed out that the government is behind on their own plan’s targets to meet the crucial emissions budget for 2031-2035.
For their weekly catchup, Oto spoke to the Green Party’s Ricardo Menendez-March to discuss the party’s new emissions reduction plan and how they would address climate and the economy in a greens-led government.
Last election, one of the National Party’s main campaign promises was to be ‘tough on crime’, promising to increase police coverage and penalties for crimes. A target was set to increase the number of police officers by 500 by November 2025, however some police leaders today say this goal is unrealistic.
The government also announced this week some shakeups to insulation standards, which they say should make houses more affordable.
In our weekly catchup with the National Party’s Tom Rutherford, Wire host Castor spoke to him about police staffing targets and new insulation standards.
This week on Dear Science, our expert Doctor Cushla McGoverin chatted with us about what latrines teach us about people, climate variation affecting Chinese dynasties, and invasive species becoming threatened.
Thanks to MOTAT, the museum inspiring the innovators of tomorrow!
Last week it was revealed that two of the ten participants in the government's pilot bootcamp programme were on the run.
The youth were two months into the community rehabilitation phase of the programme, following the three month youth justice residence phase. Both teens were found in the weekend, but had allegedly reoffended, and are now set to come before the court.
For our weekly catch up with the ACT Party, who have been heavily advocating for this programme, Producer Evie spoke to Simon Court about this incident.
She also talks to him about proposed changes to employment law which would give employers the power to dismiss workers earning over $180,000 without the employee refuting the decision.
And finally, she talks to him about David Seymour’s incumbent run as Deputy Prime Minister, which is set to begin in May of next year.
For City Counselling this week, Producer Sofia spoke to Councillor Julie Fairey about changes to Auckland Transport’s responsibilities, nationwide bus and train fare hikes, and concerns over the opening of the City Rail Link.
For State of the States this week, Wire Host Caeden speaks to Andre Fa'aoso from the Yale Daily News about President Biden's decision to pardon his son Hunter Biden, who was due to be sentenced next week for three felony charges.
They also discuss Kash Patel, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for FBI director, who is the latest in a long list of unorthodox picks for government positions from Trump
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