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Year: 2022

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‘I’ve been on the waiting list for over 20 years’: why social housing suitable for people with disabilities is desperately needed

November 18, 2022

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Alan Morris, Professor, Institute for Public Policy and Governance, University of Technology Sydney Shutterstock One of the most common reasons people apply for social housing is because they or their immediate family members have a disability and they are unable to work. They need an affordable alternative ... <a title="‘I’ve been on the waiting list for over 20 years’: why social housing suitable for people with disabilities is desperately needed" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2022/11/18/ive-been-on-the-waiting-list-for-over-20-years-why-social-housing-suitable-for-people-with-disabilities-is-desperately-needed-193455/" aria-label="Read more about ‘I’ve been on the waiting list for over 20 years’: why social housing suitable for people with disabilities is desperately needed">Read more</a>

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Dylan Alcott says he missed out on childhood friends. With support, disabled kids today can have a better shot socially

November 18, 2022

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By David Armstrong, Senior Lecturer in Special and Inclusive Education, RMIT University Shutterstock At a press conference last week, paralympian Dylan Alcott recalled the pain of being a child with a disability. “I had no friends when I was five,” the Australian of the Year told reporters. “I ... <a title="Dylan Alcott says he missed out on childhood friends. With support, disabled kids today can have a better shot socially" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2022/11/18/dylan-alcott-says-he-missed-out-on-childhood-friends-with-support-disabled-kids-today-can-have-a-better-shot-socially-194620/" aria-label="Read more about Dylan Alcott says he missed out on childhood friends. With support, disabled kids today can have a better shot socially">Read more</a>

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‘What shall we have for dinner?’ Choice overload is a real problem, but these tips will make your life easier

November 18, 2022

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Janneke Blijlevens, Senior Lecturer Experimental Methods, RMIT University Brenna Huff/Unsplash It’s been a long day. Your partner messages you: “let’s just order in, I don’t feel like cooking”. With a sense of relief, you open your usual takeaway app and start scrolling through the many restaurants and ... <a title="‘What shall we have for dinner?’ Choice overload is a real problem, but these tips will make your life easier" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2022/11/18/what-shall-we-have-for-dinner-choice-overload-is-a-real-problem-but-these-tips-will-make-your-life-easier-193317/" aria-label="Read more about ‘What shall we have for dinner?’ Choice overload is a real problem, but these tips will make your life easier">Read more</a>

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Healthcare for New Zealanders with multiple chronic conditions needs ‘radical rethinking’ – here’s what should happen

November 18, 2022

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Anna Askerud, PhD candidate, University of Otago One in four New Zealanders have more than two chronic conditions, including both physical and mental health issues. The COVID pandemic has highlighted how difficult it can be for people with multiple pre-existing conditions to access health services and receive ... <a title="Healthcare for New Zealanders with multiple chronic conditions needs ‘radical rethinking’ – here’s what should happen" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2022/11/18/healthcare-for-new-zealanders-with-multiple-chronic-conditions-needs-radical-rethinking-heres-what-should-happen-193835/" aria-label="Read more about Healthcare for New Zealanders with multiple chronic conditions needs ‘radical rethinking’ – here’s what should happen">Read more</a>

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Bryce Edwards’ Political Roundup: National wants to brand the Govt as soft on crime

November 18, 2022

Analysis by Dr Bryce Edwards. Political Roundup: National wants to brand the Govt as soft on crime As Government politicians put the boot into National’s bootcamp announcement yesterday, Christopher Luxon would have been celebrating. His populist announcement wasn’t only designed to scratch an electoral itch, but to cynically trap his opponents into looking soft on crime. ... <a title="Bryce Edwards’ Political Roundup: National wants to brand the Govt as soft on crime" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2022/11/18/bryce-edwards-political-roundup-national-wants-to-brand-the-govt-as-soft-on-crime/" aria-label="Read more about Bryce Edwards’ Political Roundup: National wants to brand the Govt as soft on crime">Read more</a>

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Why is the Qatar FIFA World Cup so controversial?

November 18, 2022

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Daryl Adair, Associate Professor of Sport Management, University of Technology Sydney The 2022 men’s FIFA World Cup, starting on Monday, promises to add to Qatar’s status as the Middle East’s sporting hub and a burgeoning global power in the business of sport. The spectacular Aspire City regularly ... <a title="Why is the Qatar FIFA World Cup so controversial?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2022/11/18/why-is-the-qatar-fifa-world-cup-so-controversial-192627/" aria-label="Read more about Why is the Qatar FIFA World Cup so controversial?">Read more</a>

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As New South Wales reels, many are asking why it’s flooding in places where it’s never flooded before

November 18, 2022

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Mark Gibbs, Adjunct Professor, Queensland University of Technology On Monday, residents of Eugowra in New South Wales had to flee for their lives. They had only minutes to get to higher ground – or their rooftops – to escape what’s been dubbed an “inland tsunami” of water. This week, ... <a title="As New South Wales reels, many are asking why it’s flooding in places where it’s never flooded before" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2022/11/18/as-new-south-wales-reels-many-are-asking-why-its-flooding-in-places-where-its-never-flooded-before-190912/" aria-label="Read more about As New South Wales reels, many are asking why it’s flooding in places where it’s never flooded before">Read more</a>

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New electric cars for under $45,000? They’re finally coming to Australia – but the battle isn’t over

November 18, 2022

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Hussein Dia, Professor of Future Urban Mobility, Swinburne University of Technology Mark Baker/AAP If you’re shopping for an electric vehicle in Australia at the moment, your options are limited. Of more than 300 electric vehicle models on sale globally, only about 30 are available here. What’s more, ... <a title="New electric cars for under $45,000? They’re finally coming to Australia – but the battle isn’t over" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2022/11/18/new-electric-cars-for-under-45-000-theyre-finally-coming-to-australia-but-the-battle-isnt-over-191854/" aria-label="Read more about New electric cars for under $45,000? They’re finally coming to Australia – but the battle isn’t over">Read more</a>

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The teacher shortage plan must do more to recruit and retain First Nations teachers

November 18, 2022

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Aleryk Fricker, Lecturer, Indigenous Education, Deakin University Courtneyk/Getty Images The federal government has recently released a draft plan to fix the teacher shortage. The plan sets out ways to increase respect for the profession and ease teachers’ workloads. A key aspect of the plan also includes recruiting ... <a title="The teacher shortage plan must do more to recruit and retain First Nations teachers" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2022/11/18/the-teacher-shortage-plan-must-do-more-to-recruit-and-retain-first-nations-teachers-194526/" aria-label="Read more about The teacher shortage plan must do more to recruit and retain First Nations teachers">Read more</a>

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Grattan on Friday: A lot may be changing in China-Australia relations, but a lot is staying the same

November 17, 2022

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra In retrospect, there were various signposts pointing to Chinese President Xi Jinping’s ice-breaking meeting with Anthony Albanese in Bali on Tuesday. One of the more obscure, perhaps, was China’s ambassador to Canberra, Xiao Qian, seeking out Peter Dutton for a ... <a title="Grattan on Friday: A lot may be changing in China-Australia relations, but a lot is staying the same" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2022/11/17/grattan-on-friday-a-lot-may-be-changing-in-china-australia-relations-but-a-lot-is-staying-the-same-194817/" aria-label="Read more about Grattan on Friday: A lot may be changing in China-Australia relations, but a lot is staying the same">Read more</a>

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Relief as Australian Sean Turnell to be released from prison in Myanmar, but more needs to be done

November 17, 2022

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Adam Simpson, Senior Lecturer, International Studies, University of South Australia In one of the few positive developments to come out of Myanmar in recent times, the military junta announced on Thursday it would be releasing almost 6,000 prisoners in an amnesty to mark Myanmar’s National Day. Included ... <a title="Relief as Australian Sean Turnell to be released from prison in Myanmar, but more needs to be done" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2022/11/17/relief-as-australian-sean-turnell-to-be-released-from-prison-in-myanmar-but-more-needs-to-be-done-194814/" aria-label="Read more about Relief as Australian Sean Turnell to be released from prison in Myanmar, but more needs to be done">Read more</a>

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Newsletter – New Zealand Politics Daily – November 17 2022

November 17, 2022

New Zealand Politics Daily is a collation of the most prominent issues being discussed in New Zealand. It is edited by Dr Bryce Edwards of The Democracy Project. Items of interest and importance today FOREIGN AFFAIRS Claire Trevett (Herald): Russia, China, a Trump comeback – PM Jacinda Ardern will face a big plate of troubles at Apec (paywalled) ... <a title="Newsletter – New Zealand Politics Daily – November 17 2022" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2022/11/17/newsletter-new-zealand-politics-daily-november-17-2022/" aria-label="Read more about Newsletter – New Zealand Politics Daily – November 17 2022">Read more</a>