Headscarf for Harmony is on today, this is a gentle invitation for the general public to wear a headscarf in support of the Muslim community. While there has been some criticism of it, it has been noted by the organisers as a way to support Muslim women who want to wear a hijab but don’t feel safe to in New Zealand. One of the organisers of the event, Thaya Ashman joins Laura to discuss what inspired this event.
Last week the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment, Simon Upton, released a climate change report suggesting a major change in the way New Zealand tackles climate change through the Emissions Trading Scheme.
OraTaiao: New Zealand Climate and Health Council says that although the report makes some useful points it fails to hold the agricultural sector accountable for its harm to both the environment and human health. OraTaiao is a group of health professionals calling for urgent and fair climate action with real health benefits for New Zealanders now and in the future. Rhys (Reece) Jones, a Public Health Physician and Senior Lecturer at the University of Auckland, and Co-convenor of OraTaiao, spoke to Jemima about the report.
On Dear Science with AUT's Allan Blackman, scientists discover the Universe's first molecule, a more efficient way to produce Ammonia, and we talk about the recent Flat Earth Society conference.
We have NZ First back on the show after a bit of a hiatus, Lillian Hanly catches up with Fletcher Tabuteau about the Christchurch terror attacks and the Capital Gains Tax announcement recently.
The Women’s Self-Defence Network Wahine Toa was hosting a free self defence session for refugee and migrant women and other marginalised genders along with free lunch and childcare. LIllian speaks with Vivian Chandra from the Women’s Self-Defence Network Wahine Toa to find out more about the event and discuss why it is important for women to know self-defence.
The government’s budget for 2019 was announced yesterday afternoon by minister of finance Grant Robertson, who delivered the publication. The focus seems to be on vulnerable communities, Kiwi’s well-being, among other priorities, with a trajectory towards social issues such as mental health, addiction, and poverty in the budgets financial forecast. While this is good to see in many ways, it can’t be said that everyone will be happy about these economic decisions. Now for someone with a very low understanding of economics, Louis had the pleasure of speaking with Shamubeel Eaqub; an experienced independent economist & commentator, who made economics very easy for Louis. Here he is, breaking down the budget.
Liam Finnagan is finishing up his masters in international relations, and is leaving to spend a year in China in the next month. Sherry talks to him on Ann Marie Brady, the history of China NZ relations, and if there is growing tensions between the two countries.
Its a tricky space to navigate, and it’s important to remember when critising foreign governments and their values, that there is the chinese state that has questionable stances on human rights. And there are the migrants and diapsora communities in New Zealand: wanting to connect and often just seeking a better life for their family. Open, respectful discussions, are the productive way forward when navigating the space.
Tuwhenuaroa spoke to Fintech NZ’s James Brown about how the Libra currency will put New Zealand on the verge of a cataclysmic change in the way Kiwis think about financial services.
ACT Party Leader David Seymour talks to me about his End of Life Choice Bill. Last week it passed its second reading in parliament - but there’s still a long way to go
Plus, Andrew Little is here for his weekly catch-up. Today we’re talking about last week’s Cabinet Reshuffle, plus why he’s calling out Google
Then, Bronnie talks to Wairarapa real estate agent and ex-farmer Andy Scott about the unforeseen, negative effects of the “billion trees” programme on farmers.
Finally, Neighbourhood Watch with our Australian correspondent Zoe.
Yesterday the Government announced it would make considerable changes to the way family carers are treated in New Zealand. These include adding partenrs and parents to the group of people eho are paid for care, as well as an increase in payment form the minimum wage. The government indicated it will also repeal Part 4A of the Health and Disability act which barrs family carers from pursuing claims of discrimination in the courts. While groups are pleased with these changes, they are also disappointed the assessment process around who gets paid, and how much, is not changing. Lachlan spoke with Laurie Hilsgen, Chief Executive of Carers NZ about the changes.
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