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Open Letter Calls on Incoming Government to Support Ceasefire in Gaza w/ Shaun Greaves: November 27, 2023

 Open Letter Calls on Incoming Government to Support Ceasefire in Gaza w/ Shaun Greaves: November 27, 2023 Open Letter Calls on Incoming Government to Support Ceasefire in Gaza w/ Shaun Greaves: November 27, 2023, 11.66 MB
Mon 27 Nov 2023

Amnesty International Aotearoa has published an open letter to Prime Minister Elect Christopher Luxon, calling on him and  the incoming government to demand a sustained ceasefire in Gaza. The letter has been published in collaboration with Action Station and Save The Children New Zealand and states that the current four-day humanitarian pause is not enough to address the “catastrophic suffering” and “horrifying harm to civilians”. The letter comes after weeks of protests across the country and little comment from the incoming government. 

Rosetta spoke to Amnesty International Aotearoa Executive Director Shaun Greaves about the letter, and what the groups would like to see from the incoming National, ACT, New Zealand First coalition government. They also spoke about the Labour Party’s call for a ceasefire, which many have critiqued as a delayed response.

The Wire w/ Rosetta: Rāhina November 27, 2023

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Mon 27 Nov 2023

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This week we are recommencing our regular catch up with Te Pāti Māori MP for the Tāmaki Makaurau electorate Takutai Kemp. Rosetta spoke to Takutai about Te Pāti Māori’s success in the election, their concerns regarding policies outlined in the National, ACT and New Zealand First coalition agreement announcement on Friday, and Te Pāti Māori’s stance on the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

Rosetta also spoke to Co-chair of the smoke-free expert advisory group for Health Coalition Aotearoa, and national tobacco advocacy lead for the national public health organisation Leitu Tufuga about the incoming coalition government’s decision to repeal a series of smoke-free legislation.

Rosetta also spoke to Shaun Greaves, executive director of Amnesty International Aotearoa, about the groups open letter to Prime Minister Elect Christopher Luxon, calling on the incoming government to support a ceasefire in Gaza.

In our Weekly Catch Up with the ACT Party, Lou spoke to Simon Court  about the results of the coalition being finalised, as well as discussing the public’s response to their Treaty Principles Bill and what that means for the ACT Party

Lou also spoke to Olivier Jutel about the news surrounding Binance’s CEO stepping down and pleading guilty to breaking US anti-money laundering laws.

New Poll on Te Tiriti Reveals Majority Public Support for Partnership w/ Human Rights Commission Senior Communications Advisor, Aaron Packard: 23 November 2023

New Poll on Te Tiriti Reveals Majority Public Support for Partnership w/ Human Rights Commission Senior Communications Advisor, Aaron Packard: 23 November 2023 New Poll on Te Tiriti Reveals Majority Public Support for Partnership w/ Human Rights Commission Senior Communications Advisor, Aaron Packard: 23 November 2023 , 8.75 MB
Thu 23 Nov 2023

A new poll by Te Kāhui Tika Tangata, the Human Rights Commission, has revealed a majority of the New Zealand public support partnership between Māori and non-Māori surrounding Te Tiriti. 

The poll investigated a range of public opinions surrounding Te Tiriti, including attitudes towards its role in politics and education. 

Castor spoke to Human Rights Commission Senior Communications Advisor Aaron Packard about how the poll results reflect public opinion and how this could influence the incoming government.

Reducing Meat and Dairy Consumption Could Reduce Emissions w/ Honours Student at the University of Auckland’s Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, Eli Kliejunas: 23 November 2023.

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Thu 23 Nov 2023

Research from the University of Auckland has found reducing meat and dairy consumption within families could also reduce that family’s greenhouse gas emissions. 

I spoke to one of the study’s lead authors and honours student at the University of Auckland’s Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, Eli Kliejunas, about the research and how changing our eating habits could help us meet our climate targets.

The Wire w/ Jessica: 23 November, 2023

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Thu 23 Nov 2023

For our regular catch-up with the Labour Party, Caeden talked to Deputy Leader, Carmel Sepuloni, about the Labour Party calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and coalition negotiations.

Castor spoke to Senior Communications Advisor to the Chief Commissioner at the Human Rights Commission, Aaron Packard, about a recent public opinion poll on Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and how this relates to the Treaty’s role in politics and education.

Castor also spoke to a lead author of a recent study from the University of Auckland’s Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, Eli Kliejunas, about the impact of meat and dairy consumption on household greenhouse gas emissions.

Oto spoke to Senior Lecturer in Comparative and International Education at the University of Auckland, Dr Ritesh Shah, about the impact of long-standing Israeli conflict on the mental health of children in Gaza. 

News and Editorial Director, Jessica Hopkins, spoke to Communications and Campaigns Manager of Consumer NZ, Jess Walker, about news research from PriceSpy which found fake sales are on the rise in Aotearoa.

And finally, she spoke to Chief Executive of Mindful Fashion, Jacinta FitzGerald, about how they believe people can be more mindful of their fashion consumption, particularly with Black Friday happening this week.

Fake Sales on the Rise in Aotearoa w/ Consumer NZ Communications and Campaigns Manager, Jess Walker: 23 November, 2023

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Thu 23 Nov 2023

New research findings from PriceSpy have shown fake sales are on the rise in Aotearoa. 

With Black Friday happening this week, News and Editorial Director, Jessica Hopkins, asked Consumer NZ Communications and Campaigns Manager, Jess Walker, about what consumers should look out for, to ensure they are getting a good deal?

Mindful Consumption This Black Friday w/ Chief Executive of Mindful Fashion, Jacinta FitzGerald: 23 November, 2023

Mindful Consumption This Black Friday w/ Chief Executive of Mindful Fashion, Jacinta FitzGerald: 23 November, 2023 Mindful Consumption This Black Friday w/ Chief Executive of Mindful Fashion, Jacinta FitzGerald: 23 November, 2023 , 15.46 MB
Thu 23 Nov 2023

According to NZ Post, for the last few years, Black Friday has exceeded Boxing Day as the biggest sales event in New Zealand. 

Mindful Fashion is a non-profit organisation focused on sustainability and collaborative solutions to address problems in Aotearoa’s fashion and textile industry. 

News and Editorial Director, Jessica Hopkins, spoke to Chief Executive of Mindful Fashion, Jacinta FitzGerald, about mindful consumption and the impact of the fast fashion industry.

Homelessness Mitigation Approaches w/ Haehaetu Barrett: 22nd November, 2023

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Wed 22 Nov 2023

Some businesses have proposed the need for tougher laws on people who are homeless, including trespassing people for anti-social behaviour. Organisations have criticised this approach, saying that harsh punishments are not the answer. 

Olivia spoke to Lifewise Chief Executive Officer, Haehaetu Barrett, about these proposed laws, and possible alternatives for mitigating homelessness. 

The Food and Alcohol Lobby w/ Boyd Swinburn: 22nd November, 2023

 The Food and Alcohol Lobby w/ Boyd Swinburn: 22nd November, 2023 The Food and Alcohol Lobby w/ Boyd Swinburn: 22nd November, 2023, 18.32 MB
Wed 22 Nov 2023

Big food and alcohol company lobbying is prevalent in New Zealand. Corporations influence research and policy regarding food and alcohol, which can be disadvantageous for people’s health. 

Experts have criticised this influence, and our lack of lobbying regulations. Olivia spoke to Co-Chair of Health Coalition Aotearoa and Professor at the University of Auckland, Boyd Swinburn, about this issue, and what action he wants the incoming Government to take. 

The Impact of Ongoing Conflict on Children in Gaza's Mental Health w/ Ritesh Shah: 22 November, 2023

 The Impact of Ongoing Conflict on Children in Gaza's Mental Health w/ Ritesh Shah: 22 November, 2023 The Impact of Ongoing Conflict on Children in Gaza's Mental Health w/ Ritesh Shah: 22 November, 2023, 32.36 MB
Wed 22 Nov 2023

Since October, the Gaza Strip has been experiencing one of the largest escalations of violence it has seen in years, with the death toll of civilians killed by Israeli airstrikes surpassing 13,000 as of 22 November.

UNICEF have described the conflict as a humanitarian crisis that will cause lifelong psychological trauma for Gaza's children.

Senior Lecturer in Comparative and International Education at the University of Auckland, Dr Ritesh Shah, published a report in January in collaboration with the Norwegian Refugee Council, detailing the impacts of the Israeli occupation of Gaza, the West Bank, and East-Jerusalem on the optimism and mental health of Palestinian children, prior to 7 October, with a particular focus on the role of education and the impact of COVID-19 and home-based learning on their wellbeing.

Oto spoke to Dr Shah about his research in the occupied Palestinian territories, the state of Palestinian children's mental health, and measures introduced by NGOs and the UN to create safer learning and working environments for Palestinian students and teachers.