Taking the pulse with Paora: Plastic wet wipes ban has ‘potential’, local MP says
Reporter Paora Manuel has been out and about again, asking locals what they think - and checking in with the decision makers too.
One local MP is open to the possibility of banning plastic wet wipes in New Zealand.
But the Environment Minister is wiping out any suggestions that we go ahead and follow the UK’s lead.
What do you think? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Poll: Does a savoury scone require cheese on top, or folded inside?
Help settle the great kiwi debate ... cheese on top, or folded inside?
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75.4% Inside!
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24.6% On top!
A Journey of Growth and Care
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Widow’s fight for change after husband’s ‘blasé’ care at Waikato Hospital
Nigel Dring had looked forward to retirement, but only got months to enjoy it.
His death in July 2023 - two days after a medical appointment - sparked an investigation at Waikato Hospital and his widow says she’s still shocked at “blasé” treatment in the days before he died.
While Nigel had told one doctor he was “really struggling to breathe”, no-one made them feel like he was in danger, Lynn Dring said.
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