Scoop Daily Ratings Top 30 Items For July 28 2010

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Scoop Daily Ratings Top 30 Items For July 28 2010

1: Questions and Answers - 28 July 2010

Office of the Clerk

Income Gap—Parity with Australia; Overseas Investment Rules—Sale of Land; Economy—Reports; Overseas Investment—Minister’s Statements
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1007/S00450/questions-and-answers-28-july-2010.htm

2: Super City Candidates Gather For Unitec Forum

UNITEC

The seven candidates who have thrown their name into the hat to become the first mayor of the Auckland Super City have confirmed they will participate in what will be lively debate at Unitec Institute of Technology this coming Tuesday 3 August.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK1007/S00316/super-city-candidates-gather-for-unitec-forum.htm

3: Singapore: Judicial harassment of journalist

Asian Human Rights Commission

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The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), representing 164 organisations across the world, is deeply concerned about the arrest of and charges leveled against British journalist Mr. Alan Shadrake on 18 July 2010, a day after he launched his ...
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/WO1007/S00516/singapore-judicial-harassment-of-journalist.htm

4: MARKET CLOSE: NZ stocks gain, led by PGG Wrightson

Businesswire

July 28 (BusinessDesk) – New Zealand stocks rose for the fifth time in seven sessions, helped into positive territory by PGG Wrightson Ltd., which lead gainers on the bourse on the prospects of a windfall gain from the sale of its stake in NZ Farming Systems ...
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU1007/S00798/market-close-nz-stocks-gain-led-by-pgg-wrightson.htm

5: Jetstar Boost WLG-AKL Competition

Wellington International Airport Limited

Jetstar has announced a permanent addition to its flying schedule between Wellington and Auckland, making Jetstar’s trademark low fares available 24 times per week starting from 31 October 2010.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU1007/S00795/jetstar-boost-wlg-akl-competition.htm

6: Speech: Vote Treaty Negotiations – Maori Affairs

The Maori Party

We come to this Vote in the context of a statement from the United Nations special rapporteur, namely that “the Treaty’s principles appear to be vulnerable to political discretion, resulting in their perpetual insecurity and instability.”
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1007/S00449/speech-vote-treaty-negotiations-maori-affairs.htm

7: Dine at The Wharf

The Wharf

Now you can dine at The Wharf (the recently transformed Fisherman’s Wharf). The popular Auckland venue opens its doors to a limited season of fine dining with a new six-course degustation menu on offer every Friday in The Pearl.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU1007/S00794/dine-at-the-wharf.htm

8: Cambodia: Khmer Rouge Official Found Guilty

United Nations

Three decades after nearly 2 million people perished under Khmer Rouge rule in Cambodia, a United Nations-backed tribunal issued its first verdict today, finding the former head of a notorious detention camp guilty of crimes against humanity.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/WO1007/S00508/cambodia-khmer-rouge-official-found-guilty.htm

9: No Custodial Sentence For Cannabis Campaigner

Aotearoa Legalise Cannabis Party

The Aotearoa Legalise Cannabis Party congratulates both Dakta Green and Judge Graham Hubble for Green's discharge without sentence yesterday. Green was charged and convicted, but was sent free by Judge Hubble.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK1007/S00317/no-custodial-sentence-for-cannabis-campaigner.htm

10: Human Trafficking in the Western Hemisphere

Council on Hemispheric Affairs

Human Trafficking is a global industry that transcends borders, regions, and cultures. Within the Western Hemisphere trafficking is an important issue that arguably helps to shape relations between Latin American and the United States. In June 2010, the ...
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/WO1007/S00521/human-trafficking-in-the-western-hemisphere.htm

11: Local Institute Links With Futurist Organisations

Sustainable Future Institute

Earlier this month in Boston, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Millennium Project and the Sustainable Future Institute which establishes the Institute as the New Zealand Node of the Millennium Project.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU1007/S00796/local-institute-links-with-futurist-organisations.htm

12: Founding The NZ-Korea Defence Relationship

New Zealand Government

This is the 57th anniversary of the signing of the Armistice that brought to an end the hostilities of the Korean War - which is not the same as peace. It is, also the 60th year of the commencement of hostilities. It is therefore a year of reflection.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1007/S00439/founding-the-nz-korea-defence-relationship.htm

13: Wage gap with Australia blows out over $50

New Zealand Labour Party

The wage gap with Australia has blown out by more than $50 a week under National despite Prime Minister John Key saying before the election ‘the fundamental purpose of his government’ would be to narrow the gap, says Labour Leader Phil Goff.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1007/S00446/wage-gap-with-australia-blows-out-over-50.htm

14: Red Hat Deepens Commitment In Asia-Pacific Region

Red Hat

Red Hat, Inc. (NYSE: RHT), the world’s leading provider of open source solutions, today announced six senior management appointments to boost its Asia Pacific management team and position the company for growth in the region.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU1007/S00792/red-hat-deepens-commitment-in-asia-pacific-region.htm

15: Excellent Turnout For Economic Evening

Enterprise Lake Taupo

Enterprise Lake Taupo, the region’s economic development agency, organised an information session yesterday evening, with presentations by renowned economist, Sean Bevin, and by Craig Stephenson from Contact Energy.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK1007/S00315/excellent-turnout-for-economic-evening.htm

16: Clendon Residents To Protest Liquor Licencing Laws

Clendon Residents Group

A lack of community consultation is the cause of this Saturday’s peaceful protest, says the Clendon Residents Group. It has became known that a liquor licence was granted to a shop owner, whose licence had been revoked for selling to underage customers.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK1007/S00320/clendon-residents-to-protest-liquor-licencing-laws.htm

17: Blood thinning drug to be managed by pharmacists

New Zealand Government

Health Minister Tony Ryall has announced that community pharmacies will be able to manage blood thinning therapy (warfarin) for patients, in collaboration with general practices, at up to 15 demonstration sites.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1007/S00444/blood-thinning-drug-to-be-managed-by-pharmacists.htm

18: World Press Photo Exhibition Auckland

World Press Photo Exhibition

Each year World Press Photo invites press photographers throughout the world to participate in the World Press Photo contest, the premier annual international competition in press photography.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK1007/S00321/world-press-photo-exhibition-auckland.htm

19: John Key is on the money

Otago University Students Association

John Key says student debt is a disaster – echoing what we have been telling the government since 1992 when the scheme was introduced.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/ED1007/S00101/john-key-is-on-the-money.htm

20: Drama, Nature, Music and more for NZ audiences

BBC

Drama, Nature, Music and more for New Zealand audiences 28th July 2010 BBC Worldwide Australia has completed a host of sales in New Zealand with broadcasters acquiring programs as diverse as action-packed contemporary drama and landmark natural history, ...
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU1007/S00778/drama-nature-music-and-more-for-nz-audiences.htm

21: International Student Numbers Increase

New Zealand Government

There has been a 7% rise in the number of fee-paying international students for the first four months of 2010, compared to the same period in 2009, says Tertiary Education Minister Steven Joyce.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1007/S00442/international-student-numbers-increase.htm

22: Questions and Answers - 27 July 2010

Office of the Clerk

Human Rights—United Nations Special Rapporteur’s Report; Costs and Prices—Effect of Government Policies; Economic Growth—Challenges; Mining in Conservation Areas—GDP Growth Projections for Next 5 Years
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1007/S00424/questions-and-answers-27-july-2010.htm

23: Lindsay Perigo: The Race for the Pits

Lindsay Perigo

I wonder how many television viewers there are like me for whom watching the six o’clock news on TVNZ or TV3 was until recently a staple of their daily routine but who now repair to online sources for their news because the network bulletins ...
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/HL1007/S00215/lindsay-perigo-the-race-for-the-pits.htm

24: Students’ Business Skills On Show At Trade Fair

Enterprise North Shore

Students from across Auckland will show their entrepreneurial skills at an annual business showcase next month – and the public is welcome! The Auckland Trade Fair will showcase and sell products and services produced by more than 80 student companies.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK1007/S00314/students-business-skills-on-show-at-trade-fair.htm

25: Musical Feast For Children

Raukatauri Music Therapy Centre

A unique concert for children that aims to introduce them to a wide range of instruments and musical styles is being held next month in central Auckland.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/GE1007/S00120/musical-feast-for-children.htm

26: MPs Bare Their Soles for Kiwi Kids in Need

KidsCan

In attendance (L-R): MP Grant Robertson, MP Metiria Turei , MP Todd McClay, Hon. Paula Bennett, MP Cam Calder, KidsCan CEO Julie Helson, Hon. Phil Goff
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1007/S00448/mps-bare-their-soles-for-kiwi-kids-in-need.htm

27: Lowering the drink-drive limit is popular

Progressive

“This government is so desperate to be liked it’ll make policy turns on anything unpopular, from Kiwibank and mining to foreign ownership of our land. So why won’t they follow the lead of 70% of New Zealanders who want to see the drink-drive limit ...
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1007/S00436/lowering-the-drink-drive-limit-is-popular.htm

28: IG Markets - Close Of Business Wrap July 28, 2010

IG Markets

Asian markets are outperforming a weak US lead today with strong gains on the Nikkei, up 2.6% aided by a weaker Yen. The Hang Seng and Kospi are also seeing a positive day up 1.2% and 0.3% respectively. The Shanghai composite is on fire higher by 2.1% ...
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU1007/S00800/ig-markets-close-of-business-wrap-july-28-2010.htm

29: Artwork gift recognises local trust’s dedication

Waitakere City

An impressive Project Twin Streams multi-media art project for the Opanuku Stream will be gifted to the Walsh Trust in an unveiling ceremony on August 3. The collaborative two panel diptych is the work of a group of women, Bella’s Artists, who are members ...
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK1007/S00312/artwork-gift-recognises-local-trusts-dedication.htm

30: Globemaster to overfly Whyalla for training flight

Australian Defence Force

Residents of Whyalla may catch sight of Air Force’s biggest transport aircraft in their skies over the course of this week.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/WO1007/S00523/globemaster-to-overfly-whyalla-for-training-flight.htm

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