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Science groups are wanting a more open approach when it comes to involving animals in their science research after many years of feeling reluctant to do so. 

First off, Zazi talks to Animal Welfare Officer and University Veterinarian at the University of Auckland, Dr. Jodi Salinsky, about the Openness Agreement on Animal Research and Teaching in New Zealand. She speaks on why she thinks it is important to be transparent about animal research and if we will ever move away from animal testing altogether.

Zazi then briefly chats to the Executive Director of the New Zealand Anti-Vivisection Society (NZAVS), Tara Jackson, about her thoughts on the Openness agreement and whether she agrees with Dr. Salinsky's view that the agreement is a step in right direction for animal research.

The Government has announced a major review of Aotearoa's electoral laws, and lowering the voting age is one of the main issues being considered.

An independent panel of experts recommended by political parties, universities, youth and Māori organisations, and the law society will be appointed to conduct the review by the 2023 elections. 

The youth-led campaign to Make it 16, has been advocating to lower the voting age to 16 in Aotearoa since 2019.

Jessica Hopkins talks to year 13 student, and Auckland member, Sanat about this announcement, and what the panel should consider in their decision. 

Here is that interview....

This week on the Wednesday Wire, the show kicks off with Zazi speaking to the Executive Director of the New Zealand Anti-Vivisection Society, Tara Jackson, discussing their recent investigation on the University of Otago’s treatment towards animals that are experimented on. 

Then, Jemima speaks to University of Auckland political commentator, Jennifer Lees Marshment, about Christopher Luxon taking over as the new National Party Leader.

After that, Zazi has her regular talk with ACT's Brooke van Velden, where they talk about Christopher Luxon being announced as the new National Party Leader and the new Omicron coronavirus variant.

Then, Christina talks to the CEO of Surf Lifesaving New Zealand, Paul Dalton, about the organisation’s recent surf safety report and how we can keep ourselves safe this summer.

And finally, Christina has her regular segment Dear Science with AUT Marcus Jones. They talk about the new variant of Covid-19 spreading across the globe; chat about a record number of people using the Hubble telescope; and discuss the unfortunate side effect of anti-flood barriers in Venice.  

2021 has been a big year for Covid-related news. And as we emerge from a 107-day lockdown (wow!), now's a good time to look back on some interesting Covid-19 stories from this year.

First, Jemima spoke to Te Pāti Māori co-leader, Debbie Ngarewa-Packer, on the inequities faced by Māori as the vaccine rollout continues.

Then, Joe spoke to Kate Hannah, lead researcher for The Disinformation Project, about the rise in misinformation in our online spaces and the increasing polarisation in society when it comes to Covid-19.