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ANALYSIS

Jon Carapiet from GE Free New Zealand challenges Auckland Council for ignoring the Precautionary Principle on GMOs in their Unitary Plan, while Councillor Robert Lee speaks out  about Rotorua Lakes’ forced fluoridation decision and his call for a public inquiry.

THE SIGNPOST

Coming up today: Talking to Paul Brennan, Jon Carapiet from GE Free New Zealand discusses the role of councils in protecting ratepayers from the financial and health risks of the Gene Technology Bill. And Rotorua Lakes District Councillor Robert Lee breaks down his council’s decision to fluoridate due to legal duress and his call for a public inquiry. 

Natalie Cutler-Welsh connects with Jemmita Gawned, a medicine woman and speaker, who shares her life journey and insights on personal growth, energy  and staying centered in times of change.

Also today in Gerry’s Reflections, Gerry Pyves dissects the recent RCR 360 episode “Orwell’s Nightmare”, which explores manipulation and psychological warfare in today’s world. He emphasises the importance of understanding and managing our responses to fear and manipulation. 

If you missed last night’s webinar Survive & Thrive in Homeschooling with Christine Smith & Rodney Hide you can catch it now. They look at why great books are like Smart Pills, provide tips for reluctant readers, and answer your questions.

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