E tū demands action over AFFCO boiler
E tū has written to WorkSafe asking it to urgently respond to a second incident involving the boiler at AFFCO’s…
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CPAG calls for changes to law and policy and an independent review of all benefit debts
Urgent changes must be made following the decision by the Ministry of Social Development (MSD) not to appeal the High…
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BREAKING: Latest news on violent kidnapping of Mike Treen
Latest reports: The IOF takeover of the boat was violent – conducted by armed and masked soldiers – many passengers & crew were assaulted, roughly handled and hit. Three were tasered, including Mike, as they refused move from the wheelhouse. Mike and one other crewman were tightly handcuffed.
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Open letter to Winston Peters: Safe and unhindered passage for the 2018 international Freedom Flotilla to Gaza. Urgent.
In light of Israel’s unwarranted and unlawful interception and seizure of this Gaza-bound civilian boat in international waters, we call on the NZ Government to urgently alert our appropriate consular services to ensure the wellbeing and release of Mike Treen, and urgently demand the Israeli authorities:
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What happens when the Winter Energy Payment runs out? – Child Poverty Action Group
Low-income families on benefits have had the Winter Energy Payment (WEP) added to their weekly income since 1 July. But…
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Partnership signed with Pike River family representative – Pike River Recovery Agency
A partnership agreement signed this week between the Pike River Recovery Agency and the Stand With Pike Family Reference Group…
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Insights into why dairies sell tobacco – Cancer Society and Canterbury District Health Board
A recent survey by the Cancer Society and Canterbury District Health Board of 62 dairies and convenience stores in Christchurch…
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Beneficiaries hit hardest by rising rents – Statistics New Zealand
Beneficiaries faced the highest inflation in the June 2018 quarter (up 0.5 percent), Stats NZ said today. In contrast, Māori…
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Cross-party support needed on medicinal cannabis – NORML
With three bills before Parliament this year, medicinal cannabis advocates are calling for cross-party support for sensible solutions. Changes to…
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False victory claimed by “Free Speech Coalition” – Auckland Peace Action
“The so-called “Free Speech Coalition” is claiming a false victory after realising that their legal challenge was fatally flawed. The…