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Co-designed Indigenous Youth Programmes w/ Dr Paula King: April 7, 2022

 Co-designed Indigenous Youth Programmes w/ Dr Paula King: April 7, 2022 Co-designed Indigenous Youth Programmes w/ Dr Paula King: April 7, 2022, 24.37 MB
Thu 7 Apr 2022

New Zealand researchers have reviewed evidence on health and disability initiatives co-designed with Indigenous and other children and youth from other social groups. The research team say there is an urgent need for formal research to assess how co-designed initiatives affect youth, and how they contribute to achieving equity. Joe spoke to Dr Paula Toko King from the University of Otago on the matter.

The Wire w/ Joe: April 7, 2022

 The Wire w/ Joe: April 7, 2022 The Wire w/ Joe: April 7, 2022, 104.25 MB
Thu 7 Apr 2022

On this weeks Thursday Wire, Tuva’a talks to Andrew Little in his weekly chat with the Health Minister. They spoke about flu vaccines. 

Emilia looks at the unrest in Sri Lanka and the latest IPCC report which says ‘it’s now or never’ to prevent a climate catastrophe.

And Joe speaks about what works in co-designed Indigenous youth programmes as well as the state of student homes as we approach the colder part of the year.

That's us from The Thursday Wire!

Unhealthy Student Homes w/ Dr Kimberley O'Sullivan: April 7, 2022

 Unhealthy Student Homes w/ Dr Kimberley O'Sullivan: April 7, 2022 Unhealthy Student Homes w/ Dr Kimberley O'Sullivan: April 7, 2022, 21.18 MB
Thu 7 Apr 2022

Today is World Health Day, and with New Zealand approaching its colder seasons, health at this point in time is imperative. Joe had the opportunity to speak to Dr Kimberley O’Sullivan, a senior research fellow in the Department of Public Health at Te Whare Wānanga o Otāgo ki Pōneke University of Otago, Wellington about the state of student flats, energy usage, and how it impacts students' health

Unrest in Sri Lanka w/ Nishhza Thiruselvam: April 07, 2022

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Thu 7 Apr 2022

Sri Lanka is facing a worsening economic and humanitarian crisis following accusations that the government has mismanaged the economy, producing an economic crisis with severe inflation, daily blackouts, and a shortage of fuel and essential items.

The President and Prime Minister, who are brothers from the prominent Rajapaksa political dynasty have denied calls for their resignation, despite all 26 cabinet ministers resigning en masse on Sunday.

Emilia Sullivan spoke to Nishhza Thiruselvam, spokesperson for Migrants Against Xenophobia and Racism (MARX).

ArcAngel Fund II w/ Lauren Fong: April 06 2022

 ArcAngel Fund II w/ Lauren Fong: April 06 2022 ArcAngel Fund II w/ Lauren Fong: April 06 2022, 13.37 MB
Wed 6 Apr 2022

Women in business experience a plethora of barriers when trying to raise capital for a new business endeavour, despite proven success. Aotearoa has an infant ecosystem of projects attempting to level the playing field, including the ArcAngel fund, the current largest fund of its kind that invests exclusively in female led startups. The fund is supported by Icehouse Ventures, a New Zealand based capital firm, and in 2022 is the second time it’s been run. Producer Stella Huggins spoke with Lauren Fong, the manager for the fund at Icehouse Ventures. 

The Wire with Aneeka: April 06, 2022

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Wed 6 Apr 2022

Alex kicks off with Stephen Noakes from the University of Auckland about the proposed Solomon Islands - China security agreement. 

This is followed by Alex speaking with ACT’s Brooke van Velden about her view on the Solomon Islands - China security agreement as well as alleged human rights abuses by Russian forces in Ukraine. 

Frances speaks with Cameron Mulgan on Eurovision, giving an update on the situation in Ukraine, focussing on the war crimes in Bucha. They also talk Hungary and Serbia election results, the upcoming presidential election in France, and finish off speaking about the new Tesla factory in Berlin.

Stella then speaks with Lauren Fong from Icehouse, the manager of ArcAngel the largest fund in New Zealand dedicated specifically to investing in female start-up leaders

Finally we have a piece from reporter Corey Fuimaono who speaks to NZUSA President Andrew Lessels on Vic Uni's recent vote to leave his organisation and recent reforms that are now taking place to keep members happy.

EuroVision w/ Cameron Mulgan: April 6, 2022

 EuroVision w/ Cameron Mulgan: April 6, 2022 EuroVision w/ Cameron Mulgan: April 6, 2022, 19.69 MB
Wed 6 Apr 2022

This week, Cameron and Frances give an update on the situation in Ukraine, focussing on the war crimes in Bucha. They also talk Hungary and Serbia election results, the upcoming presidential election in France, and finish off speaking about the new Tesla factory in Berlin.

 

NZUSA Reforms w/ President Andrew Lessels: April 06, 2022

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Wed 6 Apr 2022

Corey Fuimaono speaks to NZUSA President Andrew Lessels (Le-Sells) on Vic Uni's recent vote to leave his organisation and recent reforms that are now taking place to keep members happy.

High Demand for A Positive Blood w/ Asuka Burge

 High Demand for A Positive Blood w/ Asuka Burge High Demand for A Positive Blood w/ Asuka Burge, 10.43 MB
Tue 5 Apr 2022

The New Zealand Blood Service has called for those with A Positive Blood to donate as soon as possible to replenish reserves and to help save lives.
Trishil spoke to National Manager of Marketing and Communications Asuka Burge from the New Zealand Blood Service to discuss the critical need for A Positive donors, and how you can go about donating blood.

Awarua-Waituna Wetlands Protection w/ Tom Kay

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Tue 5 Apr 2022

Over the weekend, a severe blaze broke out across the Awarua-Waituna wetlands, burning 1000 hectares of the land. The fires have highlighted a need for the Government to implement climate protections for the wetlands as it acts as a major carbon sink and contains a unique ecosystem.

Trishil spoke to Tom Kay from Forest and Bird to discuss the impact of the fires, and policy that can be implemented so the wetlands can be protected.