Aotearoa
The Regulatory Standards Bill, backed by ACT and National, aims to scrap poor laws and raise regulatory standards. Critics, including Te Pāti Māori, warn it threatens Te Tiriti rights. The Waitangi Tribunal urges a pause. Submissions are open until 23 June 2025 on the Parliament website.
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NZ Government has pushed for an amendment to the Wildlife Act to allow for the killing of native wildlife species under areas of infrastructure projects.
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NZ First has announced a Member's Bill to define 'woman' and 'man in law. Other political parties have critiqued the bill as a means of distraction from other issues.
Interview
An Interview with Kiwi YouTuber Joel Sheffield (AngrySonic). From uni side hustle to full-time career with 995k Subscribers. [Craccum #2, 2024]