Conflicts of interest are behind the latest directive from Government regarding the Gene Technology Bill which is to be drafted with no liability clause for contamination. The Government’s golden goose is the AgResearch genetically engineered GE rye grass which has been shown to be a poor performer compared to existing New Zealand rye grass cultivars which have a superior performance. In 2011, there was a breach of controls when GE rye grass was allowed to flower, threatening the environment if it had escaped containment. Gene flow from herbicide resistant transgenic soybean to conventional soybean and wild soybean. Gene flow from herbicide resistant transgenic soybean to conventional soybean and wild soybean – Applied Biological ChemistryContent Sourced from scoop.co.nzOriginal url

Conflict Of Interests Behind "No Liability" Clause In New Gene Technology BillConflicts of interest are behind the latest directive from Government regarding the Gene Technology Bill which is to be drafted with no liability clause for contamination. The Government's golden goose is the AgResearch genetically engineered GE rye grass which has been shown to be a poor performer compared to existing New Zealand rye grass cultivars which have a superior performance. In 2011, there was a breach of controls when GE rye grass was allowed to flower, threatening the environment if it had escaped containment. Gene flow from herbicide resistant transgenic soybean to conventional soybean and wild soybean. Gene flow from herbicide resistant transgenic soybean to conventional soybean and wild soybean - Applied Biological Chemistry© Scoop Media

In arguably the biggest test of the All Blacks’ northern tour, Scott Robertson has unequivocally backed Damian McKenzie to return to the No 10 jersey. After surviving a scare against Australia in Sydney, McKenzie was moved to the bench for the return fixture in Wellington. As far as Robertson goes, though, there is full faith that McKenzie – in whatever role – will step up. But now, as Robertson prepares to meet Ireland for the first time, the All Blacks’ new coach needs no reminder of what’s at stake. It came down to the final play in the Rugby World Cup.

The Coalition Government plans to place a Crown Observer on the Wellington City Council as it rewrites its long term plan following a vote to retain its stake in the city's airport. The Department of Internal Affairs has advised Brown the Council was not using its balance sheet “appropriately” when planning its water infrastructure and insurance risks. This appears to mean the Crown Observer will be tasked with advocating for the Council to take on higher debt levels, although Brown was not clear on whether that would be the case. Council respondsWhanau said she was happy to work with a Crown Observer and that it could be a good thing for the council. Tim Brown had a long career as an infrastructure investor at Morrison, which manages Infratil, prior to standing for Wellington Council in 2022.

“They admitted – they said, they pled guilty. And I said, well, if they pled guilty they badly hurt a person, killed a person ultimately,” Trump said. “And if they pled guilty – then they pled we’re not guilty.”The lawsuit also lays out an encounter between Trump and Salaam after the debate. Salaam introduced himself to Trump as attendees asked Trump if he would apologise to the five men for his comments. “Plaintiff Salaam was attempting to politely [have] dialogue with defendant Trump about the false and defamatory statements that defendant Trump had made about plaintiffs less than an hour earlier, but defendant Trump refused to engage with him in dialogue,” the lawsuit says.

The ASG includes Geoint New Zealand, a team of New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) and spy agency people. Geoint – or geospatial intelligence – like much space technology, has dual uses across military and civilian/commercial applications, such as for mappings and responding to natural disasters. Australia and the UK have got a headstart on sharing of space technology under the Aukus military pact. Space Centre Australia called it a “significant step forward in the development of global spaceport operations”. Tāwhaki is the Government’s joint-venture effort with iwi to get into space launches.

With views over the village and out to sea, The Oyster Inn is the best place on the island to enjoy the local Te Matuku oysters. They’ve reopened with a new menu from head chef Valentina Adornato, who shares the kitchen with her partner and sous chef Luca Carloni. They are also brewing beer and making award-winning spirits just down the road at The Heke, home to Waiheke Brewing Co and Waiheke Whisky. Since the closure of her restaurant Alta, chef Georgia van Prehn has been busy with creative pursuits and a new puppy. From Hamilton To The Savoy Grill: At Michelin Green Star London Restaurant Apricity, Kiwi Chef Chantelle Nicholson Is Doing Things Differently.

“This was humiliating and degrading, and indeed that was clearly one of the motivating factors, indicated by the recording being made,” Judge Matenga told Mulligan and Braid in the Napier District Court. Judge Matenga said the woman was lured to a Napier address believing she would be paid some money owed to her. During the attack, Mulligan shouted at the woman and accused her of “bad-mouthing” her on social media. Judge Matenga said she also had psychological and emotional injuries. “She is still paying the price of what you put her through,” Judge Matenga said.

What if I told you that if you pay for electricity in Auckland’s Isthmus, South Auckland, East Auckland, or Waiheke Island, you have a say in how a $3.76b company is run? What if I told you that one group has been in control of this resource on your behalf

New Zealanders should be absolutely outraged with this rhetoric from Destiny Church head Brian Tamaki in which he is giving permission for his patched Man Up gang & others within his church permission to tear down any Māori, pro-Palestinian & LGBTQ+ flags at his stand in the… pic.twitter.com/cCKcCpD4EB — Kelvin Morgan 🇳🇿 (@kelvin_morganNZ) October 19, 2024So what the Bish is promising is that any Māori, Palestinian or LGBT Flags flown on November 16th will be attacked by his Christian Leather Fascists? Shouldn’t the Terrorism Squad be looking at this closely? We have these Christian Leather Fascists wanting to cause violence on November 16th, being told by their religious leader to cause violence and telling his followers he is the ultimate authority. How come this Gang can get away with open threats of violence? - Sponsor Promotion -Increasingly having independent opinion in a mainstream media environment which mostly echo one another has become more important than ever, so if you value having an independent voice – please donate here.

Labour's justice spokesman Duncan Webb believes the Government wasn't following the proper process. Photo / Mark MitchellLabour’s justice spokesman Duncan Webb noted the justice select committee hadn’t reported back following public consultation on the bill, which Webb said had shown “overwhelming opposition”. “The Government is subverting parliamentary process on laws the evidence already shows don’t work. The proper process to have input is through the select committee, not a selection of private emails to the minister,” he said. The current version had a “manifestly unjust” clause that was applicable to the sentencing and parole aspects of strikes two and three.

Following Auckland Football Club’s 2-0 victory against the Brisbane Roar, beverage manufacturer, Suntory Oceania has announced a three-year partnership, with Gatorade as the ‘Official Hydration Partner’. Auckland FC kicked off its inaugural season in style on Saturday October 19, with a sensational win backed by an energetic, sold-out crowd at Go Media stadium. Brad Erceg, Chief Commercial Officer for Suntory Oceania is excited to be part of Auckland FC’s journey from day one. “Auckland FC is bringing a fresh energy and perspective to New Zealand football, and Suntory Oceania is honoured to support their success from the get-go. We’re especially thankful to have Gatorade backing Auckland FC as we start this new journey.”

Discovery, Emirates Team New Zealand and Toyota New Zealand – has seen Kiwis flock to the America’s Cup hub on stuff.co.nz. Stuff Digital Managing Director Nadia Tolich says the broadcast partnership delivered the most accessible America’s Cup coverage ever. We brought Kiwis live, lively and truly comprehensive coverage of the America’s Cup. “We saw very impressive audience engagement with America’s Cup content and the live racing. 207,000 hours – that’s 12.4 million minutes – of America’s Cup video was viewed and pageviews on America’s Cup content reached almost 6 million.

Photo: Stephen Forbes/StuffA much-needed upgrade of a 21km arterial route in south Auckland has been included in the government's fast tracked list of developments. It has now been included in the government's 149-project list of developments for fast-tracked resource consents. "I strongly support Mill Road as an alternative to the State Highway One corridor in and out of Auckland," Newman said. It will involve a new corridor which will be a mix of new road and upgrades of existing roads. There will be upgrades to numerous existing intersections and potentially works to existing local roads which will intersect with the new corridor.

Following the private equity deal with US fund manager Silver Lake, NZR established a separate commercial entity and board to drive revenue to fund the game. As New Zealand Rugby Commercial’s first chief executive, Fenton was charged with leading this operation. “NZRC has a strong team, and I am proud of the tangible progress that team has made over the last year. The NZRC team, under Craig’s leadership, has developed a strategic plan that sets clear commercial ambitions and areas of focus for the remainder of the decade. “I don’t have a huge amount to add to the comments Ian and Craig have already made today,” Robinson said.