Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern with Raju, Michelle and others (Photo Supplied) In these Covid-19 affected times, Papatoetoe Food Hub is the feel-good story we all need right now. Nutrient-rich and indigenous kai at affordable prices: That simple vision drives the South Auckland social enterprise, which has been providing delicious meals from behind the carpark…
Read MoreDay: September 7, 2020
Self-reliance drives economic and social reforms in India
Vinayak Surya Swami New Delhi, September 7, 2020 As the country tackles the spread of Covid-19, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has advocated a push towards making India self-reliant through a series of measures and economic relief packages. With the advent of the Novel Coronavirus pandemic, a new world economic order is emerging and nations are just coming to terms with…
Read MoreBipartisan support for child development encouraging for growth
Kieran Madden Auckland, September 15, 2020 The first three years are critical for a child’s development and long-term success in life, but policy has unfortunately been playing catch-up with the evidence for some time now. With National’s announcement of a new First 1000 days policy, it is extremely encouraging to see solid, bi-partisan support on providing support for families with…
Read MoreLabour proposes public holiday to mark Matariki
Venkat Raman Auckland, September 7, 2020 Matariki will be celebrated as a public holiday from 2022 if Labour Party is returned to govern in the forthcoming general election, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has said. She said that Matariki will become the 12th public holiday in a year, ‘far less compared to some other OECD countries,’ and celebrate ‘what is unique…
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