The Government’s ‘Wellbeing Budget’ includes a big boost in funding for mental health. A $1.9 billion package includes: A new […]
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A round-up of comment from experts on breaking stories and ongoing issues in science and technology.
Government’s response to He Ara Oranga – Expert Reaction
The Government has responded to the recommendations from the Mental Health and Addiction Inquiry report, He Ara Oranga. All but […]
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Government use of Artificial Intelligence – Expert Reaction
New Zealand is a leader in government use of artificial intelligence, but regulation is needed to ensure it is used […]
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Deepfake and the law – Expert Reaction
Deepfake and other ‘synthetic media’ will be the next wave of online content causing concern, but there’s no need to rush […]
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Emissions trading reforms target transparency and compliance – Expert Reaction
Reforms to bring the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) in line with the Zero Carbon Bill will also improve transparency and compliance. The reforms will allow […]
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Survey shows public behind sustainable whitebait fishery – Expert Reaction
A public survey about whitebait fishing finds 90 per cent of respondents support efforts to make the fishery sustainable. Almost […]
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Drug driver testing – Expert Reaction
The Government is seeking public feedback on how drug driver testing can improve road safety. Drug testing behind the wheel isn’t as simple […]
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Christchurch Call – Expert Reaction
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and French President Emmanuel Macron are hosting a summit in Paris on May 15 (local time) with […]
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Zero Carbon Bill splits greenhouse gas targets – Expert Reaction
The Climate Change Response (Zero Carbon) Amendment Bill, designed to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions to under 1.5C over the […]
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Freshwater cap-and-trade scheme – Expert Reaction
Managing freshwater by cap-and-trade would help address iwi claims, manage contaminants and fairly allocate the freshwater estate, according to the New Zealand Initiative. The report says the […]
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