The Wire with Manny

Zoe from Radio Adelaide caught up with Justin and talked about the federal government asking the UN to dismiss Torres Strait Islanders’ claim that climate change affects their human rights, a report showing diversity is lacking on Australian TV newsreaders, and Prime Minister Scott Morrison backtracking on comments about making a coronavirus vaccine mandatory for all Australians.

With Auckland continuing to have dry spells even in winter, it is becoming increasingly concerning what the summer may look like in terms of water use. With the amount of rain we receive out of anyone's control, more systems and being needed for water collection and treatment. While restrictions have been easier during the winter, there are concerns behavior will change in summer. To understand more about what the future for Auckland could look like, producer James Tapp talks to Watercare CEO, Raveen Jaduram, and starts off by asking how Auckland's water levels have been looking lately.

Felix Walton reports on the government's decision to allow some schools to bring NCEA Level 2 and 3 students back to school.

James Tapp talks to two students at Epsom Girls Grammar about their thoughts on the decision.

CORRECTION: Amelia and Ella's names were reversed by mistake.

This week on the Wire Bronwyn speaks to Dear Science's Marcus Jones about the long term efficacy of flu vaccines, ‘citation hacking’ in scientific research papers and Beirut's ammonium nitrate explosion. 

On the weekly segment with NZ First’s Tracey Martin, the duo talk elections date changes and the new $40 million Lottery COVID-19 Community Wellbeing Fund.

Lastly, Felix brings us a report on NCEA Level 2 and 3 students returning to school under lockdown.