The Wire with Castor

Today we look at conflict minerals and how the materials used to make the electronics that power our lives are often sourced from rebel controlled mines in the Congo. The minerals are often mined by women and children forced at gunpoint to find these minerals. Conor explores the problems surrounding this supply chain and what we can do to stop it

Green desk host Jack Marshall talks to forest and bird's CEO Kevin Hague about a successful bid to stop an application to mine conservation land in Te Kuha in the Buller district. 

Reuben McLaren speaks to Dr Liz Gordon, a social researcher who reckons that baily conditions are overly stringent and a relaxation of them will not lead to an increased risk to the public. This comes after Justice Minister Andrew Little signalled that bail laws might be changed, as the prison population has increased considerably.

Kelly had a chat with Blair Dale from Te Whakaora Tangata, who provide help to families in Auckland struggling with dysfunctional or dangerous circumstances. They want to break cycles of harm for children, and they do this practically with both financial and psychological help. Blair told Kelly all about the work they’re doing and some of the outcomes they’ve already seen from this.

Check out tewhakaoratangata.org.nz if you would like to know more about their amazing work.