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New Zealand's standing in the world of antibiotic resistant pathogens

New Zealand's standing in the world of antibiotic resistant pathogens New Zealand's standing in the world of antibiotic resistant pathogens , 19.94 MB
Fri 3 Mar 2017

The World Health Organisation released a list of antibiotic resistant pathogens on Tuesday. These pathogens are in need of research for new treatments however here in New Zealand we are lucky enough to be safe from most of these bacteria’s for now. bFM reporter Tess Barnett spoke with a senior lecturer in Otago’s department of Microbiology and Immunology, Dr James Ussher, about what these pathogens are and where this list places New Zealanders

The Wire with Amanda: Friday March 3, 2017

 The Wire with Amanda: Friday March 3, 2017 The Wire with Amanda: Friday March 3, 2017, 98.71 MB
Fri 3 Mar 2017

This week, Amanda and Tess looked at the controversy surrounding the Auckland University European Students Association including interviews with the Association's President and a student protestor. We had our weekly chat to Radio Adelaide's Nicole Wedding for Neighbourhood Watch, and our weekly discussion with National MP Jami-Lee Ross. We also looked at New Zealand's standing in the world of antibiotic resistant pathogens, new documentary East Meets East exploring the community of elderly Chinese expats who take weekly bus rides to the Asian supermarkets of East Auckland.

Lucy Zee and Maha Albadrawi talk 'So This Happened'

 Lucy Zee and Maha Albadrawi talk 'So This Happened' Lucy Zee and Maha Albadrawi talk 'So This Happened', 10.51 MB
Thu 2 Mar 2017

Lucy and Maha join us in the bFM studio to discuss their new TVNZ miniseries So This Happened. Each episode outlines an individual experience, and all with a comedic element. But for the most part, the series deals with quite poignant issues women must face in their day-to-day lives. bFM reporter Jogai Bhatt spoke with them to learn more. 

The Wire with Jogai: Thursday March 2, 2017

 The Wire with Jogai: Thursday March 2, 2017 The Wire with Jogai: Thursday March 2, 2017, 91.89 MB
Thu 2 Mar 2017

This week, Jogai and Jess look at Lucy Zee and Maha Albadrawi's new miniseries So This Happened, bFM's Joel Thomas has a report on the state of TVNZ, and our news director Ximena Smith covers AUSA's controversial new group, the European Students Association. Producer Jess Smith also looks at Oxfam's Taps Off Day, and Andrew Little is back for our weekly chat. 

Is the Auckland University Euporean Students Association promoting white supremacy?

 Is the Auckland University Euporean Students Association promoting white supremacy? Is the Auckland University Euporean Students Association promoting white supremacy?, 8.66 MB
Thu 2 Mar 2017

A controversial new group called the Auckland University European Students Association raised a number of red flags since its emergence this week. Despite saying they are open to all university students with an interest in European culture, the group has been accused by some as one that promotes white supremacy. bFM's news director Ximena Smith spoke to the president of AUSA to learn more. 

State funding on TVNZ: An investigation

 State funding on TVNZ: An investigation State funding on TVNZ: An investigation, 6.77 MB
Thu 2 Mar 2017

We investigate the role of state funded television in local communities, and whether TVNZ requires immediate reform in order to cater to the current media climate. bFM reporter Joel Thomas speaks to a series of media critics and commentators to learn more. 

Oxfam introduces Taps Off Day

 Oxfam introduces Taps Off Day Oxfam introduces Taps Off Day, 5.34 MB
Thu 2 Mar 2017

Oxfam has introduced a new intiative called Taps Off Day, encouraging New Zealanders to around the country to go a whole day wihout turning their taps on. The brand new project, kicking off on March 22nd, hopes to provide easy access to clean water for our Pacific neighbours. bFM reporter Jess Smith speaks to Oxfam New Zealand's executive director Rachael Le Mesurier to learn more. 

Unionist hits back at English’s drug test comments

 Unionist hits back at English’s drug test comments Unionist hits back at English’s drug test comments, 4.98 MB
Wed 1 Mar 2017

This Monday, Prime Minister Bill English made an assertion that employers are struggling to hire New Zealand workers due to a large numbers failing drug tests in their applications. Although he admitted the evidence was anecdotal, he said it partly helped to justify record immigration numbers. 95bFM’s Adam Jacobson speaks to Council of Trade Unions president Richard Wagstaff about the topic.

Pushing for accessibility legislation in New Zealand

 Pushing for accessibility legislation in New Zealand Pushing for accessibility legislation in New Zealand, 7.31 MB
Wed 1 Mar 2017

A range of disability groups in New Zealand have just recently come together to form what’s called the Access Alliance. The group is pushing for legislation to be introduced that would let people with disabilities participate more actively in society. Ximena speaks to Esther Woodbury from the Disabled Person’s Assembly to hear more about the group and the possible benefits of the legislation they’re pushing for.

The Green Party’s generational gap

 The Green Party’s generational gap The Green Party’s generational gap, 6.63 MB
Wed 1 Mar 2017

It appears a “generational divide” is opening up within the Green Party. Is the younger generation of candidates potentially getting held back, while long-term members are unwilling to step down? 95bFM’s Adam Jacobson speaks with Newshub political journalist Lloyd Burr about the reasons behind the possible chasm that’s forming between the young and the old.