The Wire with Manny

A controversial new group called the Auckland University European Students Association raised a number of red flags since its emergence this week. Despite saying they are open to all university students with an interest in European culture, the group has been accused by some as one that promotes white supremacy. bFM's news director Ximena Smith spoke to the president of AUSA to learn more. 

Oxfam has introduced a new intiative called Taps Off Day, encouraging New Zealanders to around the country to go a whole day wihout turning their taps on. The brand new project, kicking off on March 22nd, hopes to provide easy access to clean water for our Pacific neighbours. bFM reporter Jess Smith speaks to Oxfam New Zealand's executive director Rachael Le Mesurier to learn more. 

A range of disability groups in New Zealand have just recently come together to form what’s called the Access Alliance. The group is pushing for legislation to be introduced that would let people with disabilities participate more actively in society. Ximena speaks to Esther Woodbury from the Disabled Person’s Assembly to hear more about the group and the possible benefits of the legislation they’re pushing for.

A new survey has revealed New Zealand journalists are working more hours and are under increasing work pressures in the news room. The survey also found that women journalists are getting paid less than men for the same work, despite making up the majority of the workforce. Ximena speaks to leader of the study and head of Massey’s Journalism school, James Hollings, about the research.