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Police failed clearance to trial facial recognition - Little
May 13, 2020 06:11 - 3 minutes - 3.01 MBJustice Minister Andrew Little says the police failed to get any of the necessary clearance before trialling controversial facial recognition software. RNZ has learned the police tested US company Clearview's AI programme without consulting their bosses or the Privacy Commissioner. Mr Little said they also failed to alert anyone from the government. Mackenzie Smith reports.
Funeral directors, whanau welcome level 2 tangi rule change
May 13, 2020 06:06 - 4 minutes - 4.13 MBFuneral directors and whānau who have relentlessly opposed the ten person limit on funerals and tangi are delighted with the news up to 50 people can now attend the service. The Health Minister David Clark announced the change, which will take effect from tomorrow, at a media stand-up late this afternoon. But there are mixed views among iwi leaders about whether its the right move - and one Eastern Bay of Plenty iwi plans to hold tangi for up to one hundred people at a time regardless of...
Māori concerned at powers to search marae without warrant
May 13, 2020 05:51 - 4 minutes - 4.02 MBMāori communities are deeply concerned that police may be able to search marae and homes without a warrant at Covid-19 alert level 2. It is another contentious aspect of the Covid-19 Health Response Bill being rushed under urgency through Parliament. After backlash from Māori, today the government removed a reference to marae from the legislation. But that does not mean marae are now exempt from the rules. Māori news correspondent Leigh-Marama McLachlan has the story.
Distancing rules causing problems for buses across NZ
May 13, 2020 05:47 - 3 minutes - 2.99 MBThe Ministry of Education says there is no room on school buses for physical distancing when services resume under lockdown level 2. It is blaming a shortage of drivers and buses for preventing it from putting on additional services to give students more room from each others. It comes as InterCity decides to keep its buses off the road until the end of the month, saying it is not sustainable with just half of the seats full. Hamish Cardwell has more.
'We're hidden' - unemployed man one of many denied benefit help
May 13, 2020 05:42 - 4 minutes - 4.44 MBA Canterbury man who can't find work or access a benefit says he is part of a growing group of New Zealanders whose unemployment is hidden from any official figures. Because the man's wife still has a job, he is ineligible for any government benefit. It is a rule that the government's own welfare expert advisory group recommended be changed - but that's yet to happen. Now, with tens of thousands of people losing jobs because of the lockdown, calls to scrap the relationship rule are growi...
Evening business for 13 May 2020
May 13, 2020 05:37 - 5 minutes - 4.7 MBNews from the business sector, including a market report.
Waitematā DHB deputy boss apologises to nurses over Covid-19 outbreak
May 13, 2020 05:22 - 10 minutes - 9.66 MBThree nurses at Waitākere hospital likely contracted Covid-19 on a stressful day when a patient died and others were sick and confused, Waitematā DHB says. A report has been released after an urgent review of three nurses who caught the disease while caring for St Margarets Rest Home patients at Waitākere Hospital. Four more nurses later contracted the virus. The review has described ill-fitting personal protection equipment (PPE), nurses needing to remove it several times a day, and ve...
Grieving family relieved at change to level 2 tangi rules
May 13, 2020 05:18 - 3 minutes - 3.49 MBThe heartbroken whānau of Pukekohe butcher Roy Green say they are relieved the government has loosened restrictions on tangihanga. The young father and husband died suddenly on Sunday night, leaving a wife and two young children. At the time, Covid-19 level 2 rules stipulated only 10 people would be allowed at his tangihanga, so family were facing the prospect of turning away close relatives. His family sent a letter to Prime Minister last night urging for the rules to be relaxed. Rachel...
Health Minister explains new level 2 tangi, funeral rules
May 13, 2020 05:11 - 7 minutes - 7.1 MBPublic pressure has forced a quick u-turn from the government over how many people can attend a tangihanga at alert level 2. The rules initially restricted funeral guests to just 10 because the government was concerned about a potential second wave of infections, and because people could not be relied onto socially distance in such an emotional situation. But after a rethink, funeral directors will be able to get special dispensation for up to 50 people to attend a tangi as long as the M...
Fiery debate in Parliament over level 2 gathering rules
May 13, 2020 05:07 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MBPublic pressure has forced an abrupt u-turn from the government over how many people can attend a tangi at alert level 2. From Thursday, funeral directors can apply to the Health Ministry to operate under the new rules. Initially funeral guests were restricted to just 10 because the government was concerned about a potential second wave of infections and because people could not be relied on to socially distance in such an emotional situation. But after a rethink funeral directors will b...
What do you hope to see in tomorrow's budget?
May 13, 2020 04:57 - 1 minute - 1.49 MBSome analysts are warning that tomorrow's budget will be a big disappointment for many as there's just not a lot left in the coffers after the covid-19 crisis response.
Fauci warns the US the worst is yet to come
May 13, 2020 04:46 - 8 minutes - 7.41 MBU.S Infectious diseases expert Dr Anthony Fauci, warns of more COVID-19 spread if states ease their restrictions too early. Correspondent Simon Hampton speaks to the Panel from New York.
Who is going to pay for the government's COVID bail out?
May 13, 2020 04:37 - 7 minutes - 7 MBTax expert and economist Terry Baucher joins The Panel to talk about how the huge government bail out for COVID crisis financial response is going to be paid back.
Survey finds NZers in favour of helicopter cash payment
May 13, 2020 04:34 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBSurvey finds that more than two thirds of NZers are looking for a one off cash payment from the government to stimulate the economy. The Panel speaks to chief economist at The New Zealand Institute, Eric Crampton.
Expert explains why its not easy to have online voting
May 13, 2020 04:23 - 5 minutes - 5.37 MBDr Julienne Molineaux explains why e-voting isn't an easy way to conduct an election and what the potential pitfalls are.
Urgent legislation criticised for going too far
May 13, 2020 04:08 - 7 minutes - 6.79 MBUrgent legislation may be at odds with the Bill of Rights Act. Waikato University of Law Professor Al Gillespie talks about the rushed laws being voted on in Parliament today.
The Panel with Victoria Stewart and Selwyn Manning (Part 2)
May 13, 2020 04:05 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBSurvey finds that more than two thirds of NZers are looking for a one off cash payment from the government to stimulate the economy. The Panel speaks to chief economist at The New Zealand Institute, Eric Crampton. U.S Infectious diseases expert Dr Anthony Fauci, warns of more COVID-19 spread if states ease their restrictions too early. Correspondent Simon Hampton speaks to the Panel from New York. Some analysts are warning that tomorrow's budget will be a big disappointment for many as t...
The Panel with Victoria Stewart and Selwyn Manning (Part 1)
May 13, 2020 04:03 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBUrgent legislation may be at odds with the Bill of Rights Act. Waikato University of Law Professor Al Gillespie talks about the rushed laws being voted on in Parliament today. Tax expert and economist Terry Baucher joins The Panel to talk about how the huge government bail out for COVID crisis financial response is going to be paid back. Dr Julienne Molineaux explains why e-voting isn't an easy way to conduct an election and what the potential pitfalls are.
Up to 50 people to be allowed at funerals and tangihanga
May 13, 2020 03:48 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBUp to 50 people will be allowed at funerals and tangihanga if strict public health measures are in place, the government has announced. RNZ's Mani Dunlop reacts to the government's back down on the number of people who can go to tangi and funerals.
I've been thinking for 13 May 2020
May 13, 2020 03:41 - 6 minutes - 5.74 MBPanellists share Victoria Stewart and Selwyn Manning what they've been thinking about.
The escalation of antibiotic-resistant superbugs
May 13, 2020 03:09 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBBefore the pandemic, antibiotic resistant bacteria is what kept many global health officials up at night. Superbugs have not gone away, they are still out there figuring out ways to defeat whatever medications we come up with. Professor Muhammad Zaman puts the spotlight back on microbes and our role in their rise.
3pm Pacific regional news for 13 May 2020
May 13, 2020 03:00 - 6 minutes - 5.91 MBThe latest Pacific regional news
Paul Bushnell's political podcast picks
May 13, 2020 02:15 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBPaul Bushnell has a fascination with political podcasts - but there are two he listens to more than most - The NPR Politics Podcast and The Political Gabfest.
Question Time for 13 May 2020
May 13, 2020 02:14 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBHon SIMON BRIDGES to the Prime Minister: Does she stand by all her Government’s statements and actions? GREG O'CONNOR to the Minister of Finance: How will Budget 2020 support the actions the Government has already taken in response to the COVID-19 pandemic? Hon NIKKI KAYE to the Minister of Education: Does he have confidence that schools will be able to deal with the financial and social impact of COVID-19? Hon PAUL GOLDSMITH to the Minister of Finance: What reports has he seen on the...
Golden Wedding celebration in lockdown
May 13, 2020 02:10 - 4 minutes - 3.96 MBRosie and Mark Belton marked their Golden Wedding celebration in lockdown at home in Governors Bay in Christchurch on Tuesday.
Dunedin music icon Shayne Carter on Ockham awards win
May 13, 2020 01:55 - 4 minutes - 4.57 MBLegendary Dunedin musician Shayne Carter can now add multi-award winning author to his life story. He speaks to Jesse Mulligan.
Ngā Taonga Sound Archives: The start of NZ's café culture
May 13, 2020 01:40 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBFrom tomorrow, we will be able to re-enter our favourite cafes as New Zealand moves to Covid-19 alert level 2. To celebrate, Sarah Johnston from Nga Taonga Sound & Vision brings us recordings about the start of our national cafe culture.
The Spinoff's Duncan Greive on NZ's Covid-19 response
May 13, 2020 01:27 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBJacinda Ardern’s government has achieved a "communications masterclass" in the battle against Covid-19, according to the founder one of New Zealand’s most popular current affairs websites.
NZ-designed emergency ventilator to aid Covid-19 response
May 13, 2020 01:19 - 8 minutes - 7.76 MBA Kiwi-designed emergency ventilator with 'farm-tech roots' will now be a tool in the global response to Covid-19 after the team behind it secured government funding.
Live coverage of the Ministry of Health's latest Covid Update
May 13, 2020 01:03 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBAn update from the Government on Covid 19 - speakers today are Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Dr Ashley Bloomfield, Director-General of Health.
1pm Pacific regional news for 13 May 2020
May 13, 2020 01:00 - 6 minutes - 5.61 MBThe latest Pacific regional news
Food banks brace for further influx when wage subsidy ends
May 13, 2020 00:43 - 4 minutes - 3.82 MBCharities are bracing for a further surge in the numbers of people needing food parcels when the Government's wage subsidy comes to an end in the next few weeks. Food charities have already experienced significant spikes in demand throughout the lockdown period, but are expecting a "second wave" as businesses are forced to make employees redundant with no subsidy to prop them up. Brook Turner, the head of community service development at VisionWest Community Trust, spoke to Māni Dunlop....
NZ expected to lose billions every month in Covid crisis
May 13, 2020 00:41 - 2 minutes - 2.27 MBA prominent economist has warned it is going to take an incredibly long time for New Zealand's economy to get back to pre-Covid levels, with the country expected to lose billions every month as it fights the disease. The former ANZ chief economist, Cameron Bagrie, was presenting to Parliament's Epidemic Response Committee this morning. Māni Dunlop spoke with RNZ's political reporter, Charlie Dreaver, who was listening in.
Midday Rural News for 13 May 2020
May 13, 2020 00:35 - 6 minutes - 5.81 MBA forestry leader says export prices for logs are sky rocketing as Chinese buyers look to rebuild inventories. Maja Burry has the rural news.
Midday Sports News for 13 May 2020
May 13, 2020 00:28 - 1 minute - 1.46 MBShot put champion Tom Walsh is remaining cautious about a return to action. Barry Guy has sport.
Midday Business News for 13 May 2020
May 13, 2020 00:21 - 7 minutes - 6.58 MBThe country's number three telecommunications company – 2degrees – has reported a sharply higher full year profit. Andrew McRae has business.
Law professor scrutinises Public Health Bill
May 13, 2020 00:18 - 3 minutes - 2.98 MBThe Government is set to pass legislation under urgency today, giving extraordinary powers to itself and police to combat Covid-19. Victoria University law professor, and former law commissioner, Geoff McLay spoke to Māni Dunlop about his concerns,
Iwi leaders meet with Ministers on tangi restrictions
May 13, 2020 00:15 - 2 minutes - 2.5 MBIwi leaders and Maori Ministers will be meeting shortly to discuss restrictions around tangihanga after outrage from te ao Māori. On Monday, the Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern, said the tangi and funeral limit would remain at 10 when the country moved to level 2 on Thursday. It sparked backlash from Māori communities and leaders who said the low number for tangi was unfair. RNZ understands a meeting will take place shortly to discuss the restrictions and changes could be on the horizon. ...
Attorney General says powers under proposed law are appropriate
May 13, 2020 00:11 - 4 minutes - 3.88 MBThe Government is set to pass legislation under urgency today, giving extraordinary powers to itself and police to combat Covid-19. The law gives the Health Minister the power to issue orders which can be backed up with fines or imprisonment. Those orders will be enforced by Police, who will be allowed to enter premises without a warrant - for example to shut down illegal gatherings. The Law Society and the Human Rights Commission are concerned the Bill is being rushed through without ...
Midday News for 13 May 2020
May 13, 2020 00:00 - 9 minutes - 9.11 MBThe Government seeks more power under level two. The number of people allowed at funerals and tangi is up for discussion. Nicola Wright has the news.
Art gets new lease of life at level 2
May 12, 2020 23:49 - 8 minutes - 7.82 MBThis week Mark Amery focuses on the reopening of our galleries and museums at level 2 and how they have fared closed - in particular a project that has seen five artists commissioned to create new video works from the bubbles about social distance by Christchurch Art Gallery, Spheres. It includes a pretty hilarious solo rework in isolation of iconic 80s teen flick The Breakfast Club by the artist behind the notorious giant hand sculpture 'Quasi', Ronnie van Hout.
Fāgogo on display at Auckland Festival of Photography
May 12, 2020 23:25 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBThe Auckland Festival of Photography is one that hasn't been cancelled due to Covid-19. One of those taking part is Raymond Sagapolutele, who hopes his images can complement the oral storytelling traditions - or or Fāgogo - of Samoa. Raymond been commissioned to mount an exhibition for this month's Auckland Festival of Photography at Pah Homestead for after Queens Birthday weekend.
Book review - My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell
May 12, 2020 22:41 - 3 minutes - 3.63 MBLouise O'Brien reviews My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell, published by HarperCollins.
Birds of the Auckland Islands - Colin Miskelly: Lost Gold
May 12, 2020 22:11 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBSnipeologist, Te Papa ornithologist, founder of bird identification website nzbirdsonline and identifier of Happy Feet Colin Miskelly tells Kathryn Ryan why birds have been taking his fancy for over four decades. Along with Craig Symes, Colin Miskelly has edited a beautiful new collection of science papers Lost Gold - Ornithology of the subantarctic Auckland Islands. 465 kms south of Bluff, some of this island group are among the least changed places in the world. Colin looked after the ...
Debate on urgent legislation for alert level 2
May 12, 2020 21:40 - 10 minutes - 9.98 MBUrgent debate will resume at Parliament this morning over legislation that would give authorities sweeping powers under alert level 2. National is not supporting the Covid-19 Public Health Response Bill, which is says endows unchecked powers and demonstrates a lack of trust in New Zealanders. The government says the law is necessary to enforce alert level 2 until a state of emergency is lifted. Political editor Jane Patterson joins Kathryn to pick through the politics in play.
Our national airline - up in the air?
May 12, 2020 21:09 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBAs domestic travel takes off in alert level two, as of tomorrow, what confidence can customers have in our national airline? And what is the likely cascade effect on the wider tourism industry of uncertainty with air travel? Air New Zealand has refused to refund flights cancelled due to lockdown, instead offering credits for unfulfilled bookings. There will be 20 per cent fewer domestic flights, with fewer seats available but at higher prices - so where do Air NZ passengers stand? Chief ...
9am World, Pacific and Sports for 13 May 2020
May 12, 2020 21:00 - 9 minutes - 8.82 MBThe latest World, Pacific and Sports news
Coronavirus: Barber to open at midnight
May 12, 2020 20:58 - 2 minutes - 2.17 MBYou think you're desperate for a haircut some are so keen they'll be watching as the clock ticks past 11:59pm. At midnight, as soon as Level 2 officially begins, a Christchurch barber will open his door to his first customer since the lockdown. Conrad Fitzgerald, owner of Cathedral Junction Barbers, has had at least fifty calls from people wanting a pre-dawn haircut. He speaks to Corin Dann.
Auē wins top prize at Ockham Book Awards
May 12, 2020 20:55 - 2 minutes - 2.58 MBBecky Manawatu's debut novel Auē pulled off a rare feat at last night's Ockham Book Awards, winning the country's top Fiction award as well as best first book of fiction. The Westport based writer gave her acceptance speech via zoom during the Awards first online ceremony, surrounded by her whānau. Among those she thanked were her cousins whose experences of violence and gang culture were woven into her novel about two orphaned and separated Māori brothers. The Award judges praised Auē f...
Coronavirus: Nurse sent children away for lockdown
May 12, 2020 20:51 - 4 minutes - 3.76 MBWhile most of the country has been staying home for the last six weeks, some medical workers have had to make tough sacrifices to keep their families safe. A Whangarei nurse made the decision at the beginning of the lockdown to send her three sons away to live with her parents so she could keep working without compromising their health. Michelle Cunningham speaks to Susie Ferguson.