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The Wire with Felix: June 28, 2021

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Mon 28 Jun 2021

On today's Wire.

We catch up with James Shaw to talk about the Dawn Raids apology, last week's Wellington COVID-19 case, and issues with police detaining children in adult cells.

Jess Hopkins interviews Theresa Gattung about her new role as Chair of Women's Empowerment at the University of Auckland.

On Stranger Than Fact, Felix looks into claims about Elves and Trolls.

Jess then spoke to Dr Alys Clark about a virtual placenta that will help with early detection of at-risk pregnancies.

Felix then spoke to Roger Brooking about drug courts and issues with addiction treatment in prisons.

Lastly, Jess spoke to Lynley Hargreaves from Forest and Bird about a new petition to stop new coal mines in NZ.

Developing a Virtual Placenta w/ Dr Alys Clark: June 28, 2021

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Mon 28 Jun 2021

A virtual placenta developed by Associate professors Dr Alys Clark and Jo James could help with early detection of at-risk pregnancies.

The professors say despite its importance, the placenta is one of the least studied organs. 

Dr Alys Clark spoke to Jessica Hopkins about pregnancy disorders such as fetal growth syndrome, and what this technology will be used for.

Forest and Bird Launch Petition to Stop New or Expanded Coal Mines: June 28, 2021

 Forest and Bird Launch Petition to Stop New or Expanded Coal Mines: June 28, 2021 Forest and Bird Launch Petition to Stop New or Expanded Coal Mines: June 28, 2021, 7.11 MB
Mon 28 Jun 2021

Conservation organisation, Forest and Bird recently launched a new petition to stop new or expanded coal mines in Aotearoa. 

Lynley Hargreaves says it is essential that we start transitioning to a renewable energy economy. 

Jessica Hopkins spoke to Hargreaves about the petition and what changes Forest and Bird are calling for.

Youth Vaping Culture w/ Life Education Trust & The Cancer Society: June 25, 2021

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Fri 25 Jun 2021

Vaping has been around for many years now. However, it is only in recent years that it has become ubiquitous among children and teenagers.

Zazi spoke to Life Education Trust chief executive, John O’Connell, about vaping in schools and the general impact it has on the younger demographic. Noah then talked to Shayne Nahu about the Cancer Society's stance on vaping laws.

Covid Outbreaks and Vaccines w/ Professor Michael Baker: June 25, 2021

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Fri 25 Jun 2021

Wellington's recent move into Level 2 came as a shock to many New Zealanders accustomed to regular, lockdown-free life. However, epidemiologist and government-advisor Professor Michael Baker was not surprised by the Covid case, aware that it is one of the risks of the cross-Tasman bubble.

 

Noah Ferguson-Dudding spoke to Baker about the recent lockdown and New Zealand's approach to face masks and contact tracing. They also discussed why it is so concerning the new case may be of the delta varient, but how vaccines will protect New Zealanders from the various types of the virus.

The Wire with Noah: June 25, 2021

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Fri 25 Jun 2021

Noah and Zazi's first show!

On Friday's wire, Noah spoke to Professor Michael Baker about the recent Covid-19 case in Wellington, and New Zealand's vaccine rollout.

Noah also spoke to National MP Christopher Luxon for their weekly interview. They discussed the new Covid caes, and Luxon's dispute with Michael Wood in Parliament.

Jemima helped out too, and spoke to Pippa Coom, council representative for the Waitematā and Gulf ward. They discussed the central government's revitalisation project for the Hauraki Gulf, Karangahape Road enhancements and Matariki celebrations.

Zazi spoke to John O'Connell from Life Education Trust about the increase in vaping in primary and intermediate schools. Noah also spoke to the Cancer Society's Shayne Nahu to discuss the science and research around the effects of vaping compared to smoking.

Neighbourhood Watch: June 24, 2021

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Thu 24 Jun 2021

Neighbourhood Watch reports on Barnaby Joyce returning to his former position as Deputy Prime Minister after elected leader of the National Party, and the Australian government rejecting a UNESCO report saying it had not done enough to protect the Great Barrier Reef.

Papatoetoe Tornado Donations w/ Alf Filipaina

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Thu 24 Jun 2021

Following last weeks tornado in Papatoetoe, the Auckland Council and New Zealand Government have each donated $100,000 to provide immediate relief for the local community. The combined $200,000 is expected to help with emergency housing, food and electricity, and family or personal crises, among other costs. 

Manukau Ward Councillor Alf Filipaina joined producer Louis to chat about the tornado's impacts and how funding might help the local community. 

Justin's International Desk: June 24, 2021

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Thu 24 Jun 2021

International Desk reports on Hong Kong pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily closing operations after its chief editor and five media executives were arrested on national security charges.

Stephen Vines is a Hong Kong journalist and a columnist for news website Hong Kong Free Press.  He spoke to Justin Wong.

Labour's Andrew Little: June 24, 2021

 Labour's Andrew Little: June 24, 2021 Labour's Andrew Little: June 24, 2021, 17.37 MB
Thu 24 Jun 2021

Justin spoke with Health Minister Andrew Little about mental health spending and the COVID-19 scare in Wellington.