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Weekly Catch Up w ACT Party MP Karen Chhour November 20, 2023

Weekly Catch Up w ACT Party MP Karen Chhour November 20, 2023.mp3 mp3, 19.04 MB
Mon 20 Nov 2023

In our weekly chat with the ACT Party, Lou spoke with Karen Chhour about the updates on the coalition negotiations, which seem to be in the final stages, seventeen days since the election result was finalised. Lou then enquired about the ACT Party’s stance on funding for the Department of Conservation and other organisations following the massive success of the Bird of the Century. Finally, Lou enquired into ACT’s stance on calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.

 

The Wire w/ Jessica: 16 November, 2023

The Wire w/ Jessica: 16 November, 2023 The Wire w/ Jessica: 16 November, 2023, 94.18 MB
Thu 16 Nov 2023

For our regular catch-up with the Labour Party, Caeden spoke to Deputy Leader, Carmel Sepuloni, about the 2023 Pacific Islands Forum. 

News and Editorial Director Jessica Hopkins spoke to Epidemiologist, Professor Michael Baker, about his concerns that Aotearoa is entering a ‘fifth wave’ of Covid-19. 

Producer Beth spoke to Counsellor for Waitakere, Shane Henderson, about the Council’s consultation on government direction and improvement to Tāmaki Makaurau’s freshwater and community involvement in freshwater management

She spoke to Professor of Law at the University of Auckland Claire Charters about the relationship between co-governance, te Tiriti o Waitangi and human rights in Aotearoa New Zealand, and how our co-governance arrangement could better reflect te Tiriti and the rights of indigenous peoples

She also spoke to Volunteer at the Better NZ Trust Rob Birnie about national support for the Clean Car Discount and the National Party’s plan to scrap the policy

Producer Castor spoke to Professor of Environment at the University of Auckland, Giovanni Coco, about the removal of mangroves across Aotearoa and its negative consequences for the environment.

Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Co-governance and Human Rights w/ University of Auckland Professor of Law, Claire Charters: 16 November, 2023

Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Co-governance and Human Rights w/ University of Auckland Professor of Law, Claire Charters: 16 November, 2023 Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Co-governance and Human Rights w/ University of Auckland Professor of Law, Claire Charters: 16 November, 2023, 17.92 MB
Thu 16 Nov 2023

Te Kāhui Tika Tangata Human Rights Commission recently released a fact sheet explaining the connection between human rights, te Tiriti o Waitangi and co-governance.

Professor of Law at the University of Auckland Claire Charters says that ‘the fact sheet helps to unpack co-governance arrangements in Aotearoa New Zealand and how they are consistent with a modern, liberal democracy.’

Beth spoke with Professor Charters about the relationship between co-governance, te Tiriti o Waitangi and human rights in Aotearoa New Zealand, and how our co-governance arrangement could better reflect te Tiriti and the rights of indigenous peoples. She began by asking about the importance of co-governance.

Support for the Clean Car Discount and the National Party’s Plan to Scrap It w/ Rob Birnie: 16 November, 2023

Support for the Clean Car Discount and the National Party’s Plan to Scrap It w/ Rob Birnie: 16 November, 2023 Support for the Clean Car Discount and the National Party’s Plan to Scrap It w/ Rob Birnie: 16 November, 2023, 13.75 MB
Thu 16 Nov 2023

In the past year, New Zealanders have purchased a record number of pure electric vehicles at over 24,000, along with 88,000 hybrids, according to the Ministry of Transport. The new government has stated their intentions to scrap the Clean Car Discount along with the Ute Tax from December 31st.

Beth spoke with Volunteer at Better NZ Trust Rob Birnie about national support for the Clean Car Discount, and began asking him if he thought the Clean Car Discount had influenced people’s decision to purchase a pure electric vehicle or hybrid.

The Downsides of Mangrove Removal w/ Giovanni Coco: 16 November, 2023.

The Downsides of Mangrove Removal w/ Giovanni Coco: 16 November, 2023. , 15.49 MB
Thu 16 Nov 2023

Councils across Aotearoa have been removing mangroves for various reasons including for aesthetics, beach access, and reduced muddiness. 

However, mangroves actually reduce muddiness on their own, as well as supporting local ecosystems and minimising flood risk. 

Producer Castor spoke to University of Auckland Professor of Environment, Giovanni Coco, about the removal of mangroves and how this can harm New Zealand’s wetlands and estuaries.

Concerns About a ‘Fifth Wave’ of Covid-19 w/ Professor Michale Baker: 16 November, 2023

Concerns About a ‘Fifth Wave’ of Covid-19 w/ Professor Michale Baker: 16 November, 2023 Concerns About a ‘Fifth Wave’ of Covid-19 w/ Professor Michale Baker: 16 November, 2023 , 7.28 MB
Thu 16 Nov 2023

In the past week, Te Whatu Ora have reported more than FIVE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED active cases of Covid-19 and more than TWO HUNDRED hospitalisations, the highest hospitalisation figure in six months.

But those under 30 are still not eligible for a second booster and preventative antiviral medication is not easily accessible.

News and Editorial Director Jessica Hopkins spoke to Epidemiologist Professor Michael Baker about why he believes Aotearoa is experiencing a ‘fifth wave’ of Covid-19, what may have caused it, and what we can do to avoid spreading the virus.

The State of Palestine and Israel Relations w/ Antony Lowenstein: 15th of November 2023

The State of Palestine and Israel Relations w/ Antony Lowenstein: 15th of November 2023 The State of Palestine and Israel Relations w/ Antony Lowenstein: 15th of November 2023, 34.36 MB
Wed 15 Nov 2023

Antony Lowenstein is a Jewish-Australian Journalist and Author who has reported on Palestine for many years and at the beginning of this year published a book titled the Palestine Laboratory. 

The book looked at how Israel has been, for many years, testing military and surveillance equipment on Palestinians. 

Rawan spoke to him months ago about the book and today they discussed the current Israel and Palestine conflict.

Rawan started off by asking him about his time living in occupied Palestine from 2016 to 2020 and what Palestine was like before October 7th. 

They then discussed the content of his book and the way it links to the United States’ support of Israel. 

They then talked about Western mainstream media coverage of the issue as well as his view on pro-Palestine marches as someone who is part of the jewish community.

Green Party Catch Up w/ Ricardo Menendez March: 15th of November 2023

Green Party Catch Up w/ Ricardo Menendez March: 15th of November 2023 Green Party Catch Up w/ Ricardo Menendez March: 15th of November 2023, 19.65 MB
Wed 15 Nov 2023

For our weekly catch up with the Green Party Rawan spoke with Green MP Ricardo Menendez March. 

They spoke about the Greens record election results and what this will mean moving forward.

They also spoke about the Waiheke ferry services and the party’s campaign for subsidised transport especially with the new ferry service Island direct launching this week.

Rawan then asked about the Green Party’s support of Palestine and their involvement with recent Pro-Palestine marches.

Climate Justice and Māori Perspectives w/ ActionStation's Climate Justice Campaigner Pania Rei: 15 November, 2023

Climate Justice and Māori Perspectives w/ ActionStation's Climate Justice Campaigner Pania Rei: 15 November, 2023 Climate Justice and Māori Perspectives w/ ActionStation's Climate Justice Campaigner Pania Rei: 15 November, 2023 , 16.2 MB
Wed 15 Nov 2023

Activists continue to work towards achieving climate justice. Many have emphasised that climate change is not just an environmental issue, but also a social and economic issue that affects every part of our lives. 

For Get Action! This week, our segment where we talk to people campaigning for different causes, Olivia spoke to ActionStation's Climate Justice Campaigner, Pania Rei, about the importance of indigenous perspectives in achieving climate justice, and about her work in this area.

The COPD Patient Handbook w/ Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ’s Education and Development Manager Joanna Turner: 15 November, 2023

The COPD Patient Handbook w/ Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ’s Education and Development Manager Joanna Turner: 15 November, 2023 The COPD Patient Handbook w/ Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ’s Education and Development Manager Joanna Turner: 15 November, 2023, 13.21 MB
Wed 15 Nov 2023

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, or COPD, is a disease that affects hundreds of thousands of New Zealanders. The Asthma and Respiratory Foundation New Zealand has released a patient handbook, which includes information about patient conditions, and recommendations for COPD treatments and managements. 

Olivia spoke to Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ’s Education and Development Manager, Joanna Turner, about what COPD is, and steps people can take to prevent and mitigate it.