Spin and Counter Offensive, How NZ Deals with Bad News. Contaminated with Cruelty

If you want examples of how spin and counter offensive are used to cover-up bad news in New Zealand you don’t have to look far. You could choose to examine the way the report into poor quality early years child care was handled, or you could turn your attention to the way investigative journalists have…

Widespread Cruelty in NZ Dairy Industry Exposed

Farmwatch NZ has conducted a robust investigation into widespread cruelty in the New Zealand dairy industry. Their report was presented to the public on ‘Sunday’ TV1 @ 7:00 pm. The footage was sent to the NZ Ministry of Primary Industries 2 months ago, but the regulator has yet to take action against the people responsible.…

Calls To Ban Abortions In NZ’s Dairy Industry

The New Zealand Green party has added its voice to others calling for a ban on the controversial use of an abortion drug by New Zealand dairy farmers, fearing that it has the potential to damage the country’s green reputation as other countries turn to more responsible and sustainable  farming methods. Dairy farmers in New…