The Government has introduced new move-on orders for rough sleepers across the country. The new orders give police the authority to ask rough sleepers to relocate from an area for 24 hours, and leaves support for them up to the police. If rough sleepers fail to comply with these orders, they are liable to pay $2000 in fines.
Producer Vihan spoke to Professional Teaching Fellow at the University of Auckland's School of Social Sciences, Dr Emmy Rākete, on what the rationale is behind these new orders and their impact on the social landscape of Aotearoa.
Over the weekend, the US and Israel launched supposedly pre-emptive strikes against Iran. Their goal was, initially, to cripple Iran’s nuclear capabilities, and bring about regime change. In the days since, however, criticisms have been levied over the way that these claims have been wielded. Additionally, the western world, and the rules-based liberal order, have had to adjust further to the US’ chaotic behaviour on the world stage, with countries variably either standing behind the US, or casting criticism.
Tuesday Wire Host Alex spoke with Associate Professor in Politics at the University of Otago, Nicholas Khoo, about the role Nuclear Proliferation has played in these strikes, how the strikes have evolved, and how the liberal order has reacted.
Community groups across Aotearoa are organising a National Day of Action to protest against the move-on orders proposed by the government. The Day of Action will be on Sunday, 29th of March, criticising the targeting of people who are already struggling on the streets.
The proposed changes would see police officers empowered to force homeless people to relocate, for behaviours such as begging or seeking to inhabit a space. Multiple groups have opposed the changes, claiming they punish people unfairly for something largely outside of their control.
To discuss the move-on orders and the day of action, Wire host Alex spoke to founder of Kick Back, Aaron Hendry.
This week's show featured new music from Fat Freddy's Drop, Kraak & Smaak and Childish Gambino. Sam also chats to ONONO about their new album and tour.
Today on Brekkie we have a chat to David Slack for Political Commentary; Sam Low teaches us about the wonderful world of Spam in Breakfast Food; Dan Vernon from DARTZ is on the line talking about their new track and car; and we also have a super special package hearing from all the Apra 2021 Silver Scroll finalists! Whakarongo mai!
This week's show featured new music from Steve Lacy, Danger Mouse & Black Thought, Black Midi and more. Sam also pays tribute to the Happy Monday's Paul Ryder who passed away this week.
Sofia and Joel have taken over! Two newsies take on the panel! A chaotic mix today ranging from Aphex Twin, Foo Fighters, the Smashing Pumpkins, Big Thief, and some kiwi bangers, with book recommendations and more random shit for your Good Friday!
Zahra Killeen-Chance and Cat Ruka from the Tempo Dance Festival are here to talk contemporary dance, what to expect this year round. Artistic Director, Cat Ruka, talks about going from performing in the festival to now directing the festival itself. And Zahra talks about the NZ Music Double Bill: Dances with Aldous, why Aldous Harding is so inspiring and how that translates into the show itself. Get involved here.
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