See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode Transcript
Good afternoon. I'm Malcolm Jordan and this is your midday
news fix for Tuesday, the twelfth of May. The Prime
Minister says high emitting businesses don't need high court checks
and balances. The government's announced plans to clarify the Climate
Change Response Act to prevent companies being sued for climate damage.
It will apply to current and future cases, which would
(00:23):
hold an ongoing High Court case against six emitters, including Fonterra.
Chris Luxon says that's a novel case and they want
it made clear to businesses. The government doesn't think that
approach is right. It's just a case that we don't
think is helpful. We want to get the balance right
and that's why we provide more clarity of senders as
simple as that. The Finance Minister says we'll see early
(00:44):
warning signs before moving to restricting fuel use. The government's
updated its fuel response plan to only apply limits from
Phase four. That's when emergency and health services, schools and
courts would get uncapped, priority access and food freight companies
would be asked to reduce use. Nikola Willis says we'll
move methodically through phases before the severe point of rationing.
(01:08):
That's why we've taken extra steps to secure reserves, because
that would help us eke out our fuel if we
were getting delayed shipments. Two people have been injured, one critically,
after separate assaults at rendezvous set up through dating apps
at Invercargo's Queen's Park. Southland Police say it appears people
are using apps to lure people to secluded locations late
(01:31):
at night intending to attack. Acting Inspector Mel Robertson says
one victims in critical care after an assault on Friday
and a second was seriously injured on Sunday, a warning
on International Nurses Day nurses could be reaching breaking point.
The People Select Committee, a cross party group of former
(01:51):
women MPs, judge the government cancelation of pay equity claims
a gross abuse of parliament. Auckland University nursing professor Andrew
jull says chronic understaffing and legislative changes pressured the over
burdened workforce. He says nurses have poor job satisfaction and
feel morally injured. They are angry they can't deliver optimal
(02:13):
care and as a consequence, they burn out and Health
New Zealand is promising to work through staff concerns about
safety and a culture of fear at christ Church's Hill
Moulton Mental Hospital. The Transport Minister says new reports about
the Auckland Harbor Bridge show why a second harbour crossing
is needed in ZTA. Reports show the sixty seven year
(02:36):
old bridge has various defects and is a risk of failure.
Chris Bishop says plans for a new crossing are expected
by the middle of the year. This will be the
single biggest infrastructure project New Zealand's ever built and we
want to take it by partisan approach to it and
act in the national interest. It's official. Senior National MP
Judith Collins has given her resignation letter to the Speaker.
(02:57):
She's leaving politics to head the Law Commission and will
deliver her valedictory speech tonight. And Sir Peter Jackson is
receiving one of international cinema's highest honors at the cann
Film Festival. The New Zealand Film Commission says the Palm
d'Or recognizes a career that's reshaped the industry and put
the country on the map to sport. Twenty eleven World
(03:19):
Cup winning rugby coach Sir Graham Henry will be a
selector for the All Blacks as part of Dave Rennie's
new panel, and Tottenham remained at two points off relegation,
worth two matches of the Premier League football season remaining
after a one all draw with Leeds. H'm Malcolm Jordan.
That's your latest news fix. We'll be back with the
next update at five pm from the news Talk zb newsroom.
Popular Podcasts
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
The MeatEater Podcast
Building on the belief that a deeper understanding of the natural world enriches all of our lives, host Steven Rinella brings an in-depth and relevant look at all outdoor topics including hunting, fishing, nature, conservation, and wild foods. Filled with humor, irreverence, and things that will surprise the hell out of you, each episode welcomes a diverse group of guests who add their own expertise to the vast world of the outdoors. Part of The MeatEater Podcast Network.
Crime Junkie
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by Audiochuck Media Company.