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Lack of Pacific representation in the potential National Caucus w/ Professor of Language and Culture at the Auckland University of Technology Richard Pamatatau: October 26, 2023

 Lack of Pacific representation in the potential National Caucus w/ Professor of Language and Culture at the Auckland University of Technology Richard Pamatatau: October 26, 2023 Lack of Pacific representation in the potential National Caucus w/ Professor of Language and Culture at the Auckland University of Technology Richard Pamatatau: October 26, 2023, 11.84 MB
Thu 26 Oct 2023

The preliminary election results mean that the National Party would only have one MP of Pacific Island heritage in Parliament.

Angee Nicholas is currently ahead by just 30 votes in the Te Atatu electorate, with special votes still to be counted, it is possible that the result may change.

Nicholas spoke to the Lecturer of Language and Culture at the Auckland University of Technology Richard Pamatatau about the potential lack of Pacific representation in the National Party Caucus as well as reasons why the National Party appeals to some members of the Pacific Island community.

Nicholas started by asking Professor Pamatatau about what he thinks of the current makeup of National Caucus.

 

Massey University's proposed cuts to the Science Campus at Albany w/ Professor of Ecology at Massey University Dr Dianne Brunton: October 26, 2023

 Massey University's proposed cuts to the Science Campus at Albany w/ Professor of Ecology at Massey University Dr Dianne Brunton: October 26, 2023 Massey University's proposed cuts to the Science Campus at Albany w/ Professor of Ecology at Massey University Dr Dianne Brunton: October 26, 2023, 21.55 MB
Thu 26 Oct 2023

Massey University has proposed cutting courses from the Albany science campus after the University reported a financial downturn.

These cuts would affect more than 100 jobs and cause issues for students pursuing their masters and doctorates.

Nicholas spoke to the Professor of Ecology at Massey University Dr Dianne Brunton about the University's proposed cuts to the Science Campus at Albany.

Nicholas started by asking what the cuts would mean for the science programs

Are Food Prices Finally Stabilising? w/ Stats NZ’s James Mitchell and Jeremy Neeve of Wellington City Mission: 25 October, 2023

 Are Food Prices Finally Stabilising? w/ Stats NZ’s James Mitchell and Jeremy Neeve of Wellington City Mission: 25 October, 2023 Are Food Prices Finally Stabilising? w/ Stats NZ’s James Mitchell and Jeremy Neeve of Wellington City Mission: 25 October, 2023, 20.57 MB
Wed 25 Oct 2023

Statistics New Zealand regularly conducts food price surveys, which includes supermarket groceries, takeaways and restaurants. The information is sorted by food groups. Recent data shows that the price of fruit and vegetables may finally be stabilising relative to inflation, although the price is still higher than this time last year. 

To find out more, Arno spoke to James Mitchell, manager of Consumer Price Delivery at Stats NZ. Arno started our interview by asking what range of time the data collected covered. 

Next, Arno spoke to Jeremy Neeve, who works at the Wellington City Mission, particularly the social supermarket; a new project aimed at replacing the traditional food bank model. Arno started our interview by asking him what they do.

Five Tips to Swim Safely This Summer w/ Surf Lifesaving NZ CEO Steve Fisher: 25 October, 2023

 Five Tips to Swim Safely This Summer w/ Surf Lifesaving NZ CEO Steve Fisher: 25 October, 2023 Five Tips to Swim Safely This Summer w/ Surf Lifesaving NZ CEO Steve Fisher: 25 October, 2023, 11.2 MB
Wed 25 Oct 2023

Surf Lifesaving New Zealand has been operating for over a hundred years. They make sure beaches are safe to swim at. They recently issued tips on how to stay safe this summer, which is predicted to be long and hot: perfect swimming weather. 

To start our interview, Arno asked CEO Steve Fisher to tell us a bit more about Surf Lifesaving New Zealand.

To find the best beaches to swim at, visit safeswim.org.nz

Change in Government w/ Green Party Co-Leader James Shaw: 25 October, 2023

 Change in Government w/ Green Party Co-Leader James Shaw: 25 October, 2023 Change in Government w/ Green Party Co-Leader James Shaw: 25 October, 2023, 15.29 MB
Wed 25 Oct 2023

For their post-election catch-up, News and Editorial Director Jessica Hopkins asked Green Party Co-Leader James Shaw about his thoughts on the election result, what the new government could mean for climate action in Aotearoa, and ACT's call for a referendum on te tiriti.

The Wire w/ Jessica: 25 October, 2023

The Wire w/ Jessica: 25 October, 2023 The Wire w/ Jessica: 25 October, 2023 , 48.38 MB
Wed 25 Oct 2023

For their regular catch-up, News and Editorial Director Jessica Hopkins spoke to Green Party Co-Leader James Shaw about the election result, what the new government could mean for the climate, and ACT's calls for a referendum on te tiriti.

Oto spoke to Matthew from Students for Fair Rent, a student-led organisation campaigning to lower accommodation costs at the University of Auckland.

Arno reported on recent food price data released by Stats NZ and spoke to Manager of Consumer Price Delivery at Stats NZ James Mitchell and Project Manager at the Wellington City Mission Jeremy Neeve. 

And Arno spoke to Surf Lifesaving NZ CEO Steve Fisher about how to stay safe at the beach this summer. 

Intersex Awareness w/ Communications and Community Manager for Intersex Aotearoa Jelly O'Shea: 25 October, 2023

 Intersex Awareness w/ Communications and Community Manager for Intersex Aotearoa Jelly O'Shea: 25 October, 2023 Intersex Awareness w/ Communications and Community Manager for Intersex Aotearoa Jelly O'Shea: 25 October, 2023, 18.54 MB
Wed 25 Oct 2023

This week is Intersex awareness week, and tomorrow is Intersex awareness day in Aotearoa. 

News and Editorial Director spoke to Communications and Community Manager for Intersex Aotearoa, Jelly O'Shea, about what it can mean to be Intersex and what they are doing to celebrate and raise awareness about variations in sex characteristics. 

She started off their interview, asking O'Shea, about the origins of Intersex awareness week.

National’s Plans to repeal Fair Pay Agreement Legislation w/ NZCTU President Richard Wagstaff: October 24, 2023

 National’s Plans to repeal Fair Pay Agreement Legislation w/ NZCTU President Richard Wagstaff: October 24, 2023 National’s Plans to repeal Fair Pay Agreement Legislation w/ NZCTU President Richard Wagstaff: October 24, 2023, 23.58 MB
Tue 24 Oct 2023

The Labour Party's Fair Pay Legislation was passed with the intention of creating industry standards for employee's pay and working conditions.

The National Party has campaigned on repealling the legislation.

Following the preliminary results, it seems likely that the bill could be scrapped.

Nicholas spoke to the New Zealand Council of Trade Unions President Richard Wagstaff about the potential ramifications of scrapping Fair Pay Agreements.

The Ram Raid Bill w/ Lisa McLaren October 24, 2023

 The Ram Raid Bill w/ Lisa McLaren October 24, 2023 The Ram Raid Bill w/ Lisa McLaren October 24, 2023, 22.5 MB
Tue 24 Oct 2023

The Ram Raid Offending and Related Measures Amendment Bill is currently being passed through Government. The bill will separately criminalise ram raids, and offer harsher punishments on youth offenders.

Josh talked to Lisa McLaren, someone who opposes this bill, to discuss its flaws.

Climate Action Advocates Calls to the Incoming Government w/ 350 Aotearoa Campaigner Adam Currie, Oxfam Climate Justice Lead Nick Henry, and Co-Convenor of Stand Up Justine Sachs: 19 October, 2023

Climate Action Advocates Calls to the Incoming Government w/ 350 Aotearoa Campaigner Adam Currie, Oxfam Climate Justice Lead Nick Henry, and Co-Convenor of Stand Up Justine Sachs: 19 October, 2023 Climate Action Advocates Calls to the Incoming Government w/ 350 Aotearoa Campaigner Adam Currie, Oxfam Climate Justice Lead Nick Henry, and Co-Convenor of Stand Up Justine Sachs: 19 October, 2023 , 16.99 MB
Thu 19 Oct 2023

Yesterday, protestors led by climate advocacy group 350 Aotearoa took to Parliament to call on the incoming government to prioritise climate solutions that will cut emissions and address the cost of living in coalition negotiations. 

News and Editorial Director Jessica Hopkins spoke to 350 campaigner, Adam Currie, and asked him about the purpose of their protest. 

She also spoke to Oxfam Climate Justice Lead, Nick Henry, about what they would like to see from the incoming government when it comes to climate action. 

And she spoke to Co-Convenor of Stand Up, an affiliation of the New Zealand Council of Trade Unions representing workers under 35, Justine Sachs, about how the climate relates to workers rights.