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Local Policies and Problem Gambling w/ Dr. Christopher Erwin: 13th April 2021.

 Local Policies and Problem Gambling w/ Dr. Christopher Erwin: 13th April 2021. , 17.35 MB
Tue 13 Apr 2021

A report published today by AUT's New Zealand Work Research Institute looks into the effects local policies have on reducing problem gambling. Lyric spoke with Dr. Christopher Erwin, one of the authors of the study, about the Gambling Act 2003, effects of gambling on individuals, and the three main policy responses to problem gambling, among other issues.

The Wire with Jemima: April 13, 2021

 The Wire with Jemima: April 13, 2021 The Wire with Jemima: April 13, 2021, 100.52 MB
Tue 13 Apr 2021

Today on the Tuesday Wire, Lyric Waiwiri-Smith speaks with Dr Christopher Erwin about a study he co-published on the effects of local policies on problem gambling.

Jemima Huston looks into National MP Todd Muller’s sunscreen standards bill which has passed its first reading. Jemima talks to President of the NZ Dermatological Society Dr Louise Reiche about the importance of skin protection and how sunscreen prevents skin damage and skin cancer. She also speaks to Jon Duffy, CEO of Consumer NZ, about whether the members bill could effectively control sunscreen standards in NZ. 

Finally, Jemima chats to AUT Asssoicate Professor Katherine Ravenswood about her study into the work environment of support and care workers. 

Todd Muller's Sunscreen Standards Bill w/ NZ Dermatology Society and Consumer NZ: April 13, 2021

 Todd Muller's Sunscreen Standards Bill w/ NZ Dermatology Society and Consumer NZ: April 13, 2021 Todd Muller's Sunscreen Standards Bill w/ NZ Dermatology Society and Consumer NZ: April 13, 2021, 19.67 MB
Tue 13 Apr 2021

Last week the Sunscreen (Product Safety Standard) Bill, introduced by National MP Todd Muller, passed its first reading in Parliament. The bill would require that all sunscreens sold in New Zealand meet the current standards and provide the level of SPF it says on the bottle. News and Editorial Director Jemima Huston speaks to President of the NZ Dermatological Society, Dr Louise Reiche, about the importance of skin protection and how sunscreen works to prevent skin damage and cancer. She also talks to Jon Duffy, CEO of Consumer NZ, about whether the Sunscreen (Product Safety Standard) Bill could effectively control sunscreen standards in New Zealand. 

Report Finds Support Workers Need More Support w/ Dr Katherine Ravenswood: April 13, 2021

 Report Finds Support Workers Need More Support w/ Katherine Ravenswood: April 13, 2021 Report Finds Support Workers Need More Support w/ Katherine Ravenswood: April 13, 2021, 8.76 MB
Tue 13 Apr 2021

AUT Business School has released a report on their study into the work experiences of those working is support and care services such as nurses, mental health workers and residential aged care workers. News and Editorial Director Jemima Huston spoke Dr Katherine Ravenswood, an AUT Associate Professor and author of the study, about their findings.

The Green Party's James Shaw on Disability Assistance Animals, Māori Victimization Report and School Strike for Climate: April 12, 2021

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Mon 12 Apr 2021

Felix speaks to Green Party Co-Leader James Shaw about a non-discrimination bill for diability assistance animals, the Ministry of Justice’s Māori Victimization Report, and then lastly we talked about last friday’s School Strike for Climate march.

The Wire with Felix: April 12, 2021

 The Wire with Felix: April 12, 2021 The Wire with Felix: April 12, 2021, 104.49 MB
Mon 12 Apr 2021

On today's Wire:

Felix Walton spoke to James Shaw about a non-discrimination bill for diability assistance animals, the Ministry of Justice's Māori victimization report, and last friday’s School Strike for Climate march.

Felix also reported on the latest Covid-19 news, with a particular focus on the suspension of travel from India.

Jess reports on a proposed bill in france that would ban women under the age of 18 from wearing a hijab in public.

Lastly she spoke to Dr. Kelly Burrowes about her research into the health consequences of vaping.

Understanding the Health Consequences of Vaping w/ Dr Kelly Burrowes

 Understanding the Health Consequences of Vaping w/ Dr Kelly Burrowes Understanding the Health Consequences of Vaping w/ Dr Kelly Burrowes, 19.31 MB
Mon 12 Apr 2021

E-cigarettes were initially regarded as a smoking-cessation tool. But in recent years, the vape market has grown beyond this to include first time smokers. 

This has raised alam from experts, who warn there is growing evidence vaping could be more harmful than expected. 

Jess interviewed Dr Kelly Burrowes, who says we won’t know whether e-cigarettes are more or less harmful than conventional cigarettes until the long term health impacts are known.

An Overview of The India Travel Ban: April 12, 2021

 An Overview of The India Travel Ban: April 12, 2021 An Overview of The India Travel Ban: April 12, 2021, 14.38 MB
Mon 12 Apr 2021

Felix Walton tries to wrap his head around the recent decision to suspend travel from India, as well as all the peripheral Covid-19 info.

Healthcare and MP Accommodation Allowances w/ Christopher Luxon; April 9, 2021

 Healthcare and MP Accommodation Allowances w/ Christopher Luxon; April 9, 2021 Healthcare and MP Accommodation Allowances w/ Christopher Luxon; April 9, 2021, 23.97 MB
Fri 9 Apr 2021

This week, Noah Ferguson-Dudding spoke to MP for Botany Christopher Luxon as part of their regular catchup. They discussed potential new travel bubbles, increasing funding in healthcare, New Zealand's mental health crisis, and the recent news that Luxon is using his accommodation allowance to rent out properties to himself.

Plastic and Glass Refund Schemes w/ Greenpeace; April 9, 2021

 Plastic and Glass Refund Schemes w/ Greenpeace; April 9, 2021 Plastic and Glass Refund Schemes w/ Greenpeace; April 9, 2021, 12.37 MB
Fri 9 Apr 2021

Over the past few years, the government has indicated plans to introduce a container deposit scheme, where consumers can return bottles or cans for a small refund. Similar schemes are used around the world and significantly reduce waste and encourage recycling. While the proposal is still in Select Committees, there are concerns that lobby groups for producers of these products may try and stop the scheme from taking place. Noah Ferguson-Dudding spoke to Juressa Lee from Greenpeace on what the proposal means for Aotearoa.