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Date Received: 2009-05-15 14:40
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: : G R E E N W E E K : : : : L A T E S T N E W S : : This week's video and audio :: When Greens turn red: Green MPs talk about their most embarrassing moments in politics here <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php (Audio, 12m19s). GREEN PARTY LAUNCHES ECONOMIC INITIATIVE The Green Party began a nationwide conversation on the economy today, presenting a billion-dollar stimulus package in 15 towns and cities and delivering its economic message to more than 300,000 New Zealand homes. :: Read Jeanette and Russel's press release <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php . GOVERNMENT STAGES COUP D’ÉTAT IN AUCKLAND A few handpicked mates will have stripped Auckland’s local authorities of all meaningful power by the end of this week. :: Read Russel's press release <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php . :: Read the Green Party twelve-point plan <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php for Auckland governance. RANKIN APPOINTMENT COULD SABOTAGE FAMILIES COMMISSION Ms Rankin is an outspoken supporter of using physical force against children, and at one time mounted a personal attack on the then Children's Commissioner Cindy Kiro. :: Read Sue B's press release <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php . GOVERNMENT DOESN’T CARE ABOUT WOMEN The axing of the Department of Labour’s Pay and Employment Equity Unit this week is just another example of National’s lack of commitment to human rights and equity issues. :: Read Catherine's press release <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php . : : F R O G S W E E K : : Freebie Video?? - yeah, still not ok <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php A Campbell Live story on Tuesday night revealed that Melissa Lee, National Party MP, last year made a National Campaign advert using her taxpayer-funded Asia Vision equipment and staff. In keeping with the Greens' commitment to honest politics, Russel Norman has asked the Electoral Commission to look into this further. Comments here <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php . : : S N I P P E T S : : Bull kelp <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php What Would Nature Do? <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php Smart materials and green chemistry. [Worldchanging] Green light for the world's biggest offshore wind farm <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php [Independent] Scientists unveil chocolate-fuelled car <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php [Yahoo] Get real - get rid of absurd packaging! <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php Visit this site set up by Wanaka Wastebusters, and sign their open letter. Protecting the land with floor and trade <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php Trading schemes could set minimum quotas for the environmental benefits that landowners must deliver. [Guardian] The non-survivalist’s guide to stocking up for hard times <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php [Grist] Sweden's green approach <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php There is a strong mandate – even in the midst of an economic recession – for Sweden’s politicians to take a leading role on green issues. [Irish Times] Obama offers farmers $50 million to go organic <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php [Treehugger] Waste not want not <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php We're burying the planet in garbage. A selection of articles from Mother Jones on how to dig out. You are welcome to send snippets that may interest other GreenWeek readers to Alison Coleman <mailto:[Email]> . : : C A L E N D A R : : Check our website for upcoming events in your area:- : Auckland <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php : Other NI <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php : Wellington <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php : Christchurch <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php : Other SI <http://www3.greens.org.nz/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php Published by the Greens' Parliamentary Office, Bowen House, Parliament, Wellington. Ph (04) 470 6700, Fax (04) 472 6003, [Email] <mailto:[Email]>, www.greens.org.nz This email is sent by the Green Team in Parliament. You can unsubscribe from future emails of this type while continuing to get emails on other issues you have expressed interest in: http://www3.greens.org.nz/index.php You can also opt out of ALL future emails from us: http://www3.greens.org.nz/index.php Green Party of Aotearoa NZ PO Box 18888, Wellington