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Public submissions begin on voluntary euthanasia bill

22 May 2018

Yesterday was the first day for the public to make their case in person in Parliament for or against the legalisation allowing voluntary euthanasia. And if the first day is anything to go by, the next… Audio

Seymour's euthanasia bill passes first reading

14 Dec 2017

Nearly two-thirds of MPs have voted in support of a bill that would legalise euthanasia. And if New Zealand First gets its way, the public will have the final say in a referendum. There were… Audio

Arts, Culture and Heritage: What’s in it for you?

15 Sep 2017

Funding and support for Artists and the Arts are the main election issues facing the major political parties in respect to Arts, Culture and Heritage. In the build up to Election 2017 Upbeat on RNZ…

Political discussion: Arts, Culture and Heritage with National’s Maggie Barry

15 Sep 2017

In our final political discussion around Arts, Culture and Heritage policy, recent Minister for the Arts Maggie Barry outlines where National stands on funding for the Arts, what the Arts contribute… Audio

Plan for pest-free Auckland peninsula underway

13 Aug 2017

Plans have been announced to make part of Auckland's Devonport Peninsula predator-free.

Conservation Minister considering law change

7 Jul 2017

The Supreme Court has ruled the Ruataniwha dam project unlawful. The Minister of Conservation, Maggie Barry, says it's a very complex issue. She says she hasn't had any lobbying for this project to go… Audio

Government called arrogant for wanting to change the law

7 Jul 2017

The Government says it will consider a law change following an unfavourable Supreme Court decision ruling an attempt at a land swap for Ruataniwha Dam is not legal. But opposition parties say the… Audio

Ruling most likely the end for Ruataniwha dam - Minister

6 Jul 2017

A Supreme Court ruling that protected conservation land cannot be destroyed for the Ruataniwha Dam in Hawke's Bay probably spells the end of the controversial project, Maggie Barry says. Video, Audio

Govt told to improve endangered birds' genetic pools

1 Jun 2017

According to the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment, 80% of the country's native bird population is in a bad way and say are even at risk of extinction. Scientists say eliminating… Audio

Maggie Barry says she's committed to saving NZ's native birds

1 Jun 2017

The watchdog for the environment says New Zealand is at a tipping point, at risk of losing many of the country's native birds if action isn't taken immediately. Maggie Barry is the Conservation… Audio

RNZ gets extra $11m over four years in Budget

25 May 2017

RNZ has received a funding boost following a nearly decade-long funding freeze. The state funded broadcaster will receive an additional $11.4m over the next four years. Audio

Government insists tourism funding boost will help environment

12 May 2017

The Conservation Minister Maggie Barry says the new funding is welcomed. "That will attract more visitors, we will be able to earn more money from that and we will be able to invest more money in… Audio

Devastating plant disease found in NZ for first time

4 May 2017

Myrtle rust, which is prevalent in eastern Australia and Tasmania, was discovered on Raoul Island in late March. It could devastate the feijoa and honey industries. Video, Audio