Lately for Thursday 14 April 2022
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10:18 Women's health strategy on Governments agenda
The Government have committed to establishing a women's health strategy as a part of the Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) Bill. The legislation has been pushed by the Gender Justice Collective advocacy group calling for a more diverse lens to be applied across our healthcare systems. Gender Justice Collective founder Angela Meyer joins us now to explain why a women's health strategy is needed and how we've managed for so long without it.
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10:34 How to stay safe on Otago's trails this Easter
It's the biggest tourist weekend New Zealand has seen in a long time but there are a few destinations in particular which are proving popular this Easter break. Central Otago is one of those locations and they're expecting a lot of traffic on their trails. Although locals and visitors are encouraged to explore, Tourism Central Otago want to raise awareness of how to keep yourself safe while doing so.
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10:46 The Greens urge Govt to step up on climate action
Environment Aotearoa 2022 was released today and is a stark reminder of the serious change needed to to protect New Zealand's native plants, wildlife, habitats and ecosystems. Eugenie Sage, the Green Party's environment spokesperson explains the urgency of the situation.
Conservation Minister Eugenie Sage unveiled the Predator Free 2050 Strategy at Otari Wilton's Bush this morning. Photo: Rachel Thomas
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