Conor reports on the international repercussions of the murder of a Saudi journalist. The Aoteroa Tech Union has been established very recently, and Mary-Margaret speaks to one of their co-founders about the organisation’s purpose. Ben speaks to SAFE about rodeo cruelty and the threat it poses to young calves this summer. In international news, Justin takes us to Malaysia, where a former deputy prime minister has returned to politics. And finally, for the Green Desk this week, Jack talks with a professor of computer science at transforming cities to cut down our commute time.
First up on the Wire, we have Angus speaking with Maire from West Papua Action about their calls for NZ to cut ties with the Indonesian military over human rights abuses. Andrew Little joins Lachlan for their final chat, discussing name suppression, medicinal and synthetic cannabis. Oscar isn't here in person but has left us an interview with Ger for community garden about a marketplace for upcycled and recycled goods. Finally, Ben brings us This Day in History on the capture of Saddam Hussein in 2003.
Producer Angus Coker Grant spoke to human rights activist Maire Leadbeater from West Papua Action about human rights violations committed by the Indonesian government in West Papua. The WPA have called for the New Zealand government to cut its military ties with Indonesia and demand justice for atrocities committed. Angus started off by asking about what the human rights issues the WPA are most concerned with.
On The Wire for Thursday the 6th of June, we present you a large range of topics for your listening and learning;
For Neighbourhood Watch, we were joined by Zoe Kounadis from Radio Adelaide to talk about the federal police raids on media broadcasters and also talk about the Reserve Bank cutting interest rates to a historic low.
95bFM reporter Isla Christensen also had the chance to talk to exhibition curator Todd Dixon about MOTAT’s new science exhibition.
Child Poverty Action Group Economic spokesperson Susan St John joins Olivia to talk about the shortcomings of the budget in terms of supporting low income families.
Producer Rahul talks to Dr Victoria Plekhanova a taxation expert from Massey University about a digital services tax in New Zealand.
And finally, Olivia talks to scientist Justin Chalker about new research discovering sulfur polymers as environmentally friendly plastic alternatives.
Tamaki Makaurau is due for another local election, this year it will be taking place on the 8th of October. Believe it or not, that’s only in a few months. The nomination period is now open, with 170 roles being contested. Aside from the mayoral race, 20 councillors will be elected to represent the 13 supercity wards. A further 149 local representatives will be elected across the boards. But will the locals take part? Auckland has a reputation, like many cities across New Zealand, to cut it a little fine when it comes to the locals vote. Louis spoke with Auckland Councils very own General Manager, Marguerite Delbet, who is behind the services of democracy when it comes to the Supercities local election. Here we are, talking about what is happening with the nominations.
Manukau ward councillor Efeso Collins and other South Auckland community members are calling for a return of youth worker funding after an increase in gang violence. Funding cuts to crime prevention programmes have left youth in the area severely lacking in mentors able to give them a healthy direction in life. Councillor Collins spoke to reporter William Boyd about the lack of support and the negative effects that has had on South Auckland. William started off by asking what youth workers do to help.
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