Scoop Daily Ratings Top 30 Items For Oct 11 2010

Tuesday, 12 October 2010, 9:16 am
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1:Android gathers pace as Telecom launches new phone

Telecom New Zealand
Telecom is boosting its range of Android smartphones to nine in the coming months, as worldwide sales of the Google-developed mobile platform outpace rivals.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU1010/S00301/android-gathers-pace-as-telecom-launches-new-phone.htm

2:Statement By Paul Henry

TVNZ
I have resigned from TVNZ, effective immediately. It is no longer practical in the current environment for me to do the job I was employed to do, and have so enjoyed doing.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PO1010/S00103/statement-by-paul-henry.htm

3:New Defence Force medal announced

New Zealand Government
The New Zealand Defence Service Medal announced by the Prime Minister today closes a long-standing gap in medallic recognition of military service, Defence Minister Wayne Mapp says.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1010/S00130/new-defence-force-medal-announced.htm

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4:Robert Walters Releases Quarter 3 2010 Update

Robert Walters
To complement the annual Global Salary Survey published in January, the New Zealand offices of global recruitment firm Robert Walters today released their Employment Market Updates for Quarter Three of 2010.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU1010/S00296/robert-walters-releases-quarter-3-2010-update.htm

5:Al Morrison: Building Biodiversity, Building NZ

Department of Conservation
When ecosystems are degraded and species destroyed, the country’s prosperity is imperilled. Public policy and business practices need to be overhauled and business needs to invest more in conservation.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PO1010/S00117/al-morrison-building-biodiversity-building-nz.htm

6:The Future of Economic Integration in Asia Pacific

New Zealand Government
We appreciate the effort that the Japan Economic Foundation puts into these events. It is important to have opportunities for international level exchanges involving a wide range of stakeholders from outside of government. So I very much welcome this ...
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1010/S00132/the-future-of-economic-integration-in-asia-pacific.htm

7:John Key wears famous Poirot bow tie

Muscular Dystrophy Association
Prime Minister John Key has worn a world famous bow tie, which was used in the filming of the Agatha Christie’s Poirot series, to the opening ceremony of the Art Deco weekend in Napier.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/GE1002/S00084.htm

8:Turkey May Ban Facebook

Patrick Mac Manus
The 22.5 million Turkish members of Facebook may lose access to the popular social-networking site, Facebook, as a result of a court case filed by an opposition leader.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/WO1010/S00162/turkey-may-ban-facebook.htm

9:State Of It: Auckland Vote Not A Left-Right Result

STATE OF IT by Selwyn Manning
Selwyn Manning& Wallace Chapman discuss how the message behind Aucklanders voting for Len Brown and an indy-mix of parties and teams ought not be considered from a left/right point of view, but rather as a vote for progress over conservatism.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/HL1010/S00058/state-of-it-auckland-vote-not-a-left-right-result.htm

10:PM’s Presser: No praise for jailed Nobel winner

Rory MacKinnon
John Key says he has no words of congratulations for a Chinese political prisoner who has won the year’s Nobel Peace Prize, but denies any pressure from the Chinese government.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/HL1010/S00059/pms-presser-no-praise-for-jailed-nobel-winner.htm

11:Cartoon Porn Deemed Acceptable by ASA

Family First
Family First NZ is labeling the Advertising Standards Authority as naïve and morally bankrupt after it rejected complaints against a sexual advertisement using cartoon-imaged fruit.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PO1010/S00116/cartoon-porn-deemed-acceptable-by-asa.htm

12:Gen-i and Lenovo appointed as Govt laptop provider

gen-i
Auckland, 11 October 2010, Gen-i and Lenovo today announced that they have been appointed as a provider on the All-of-Government (AoG) laptop and desktop computer procurement panel. The contract covers the procurement and supply of computers to circa 200 State ...
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU1010/S00294/gen-i-and-lenovo-appointed-as-govt-laptop-provider.htm

13:Key: RSA 2010 Annual Council

New Zealand Government
Thank you for inviting me to speak at the opening of your 2010 Annual Council. It is a great pleasure to be back again this year.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1010/S00129/key-rsa-2010-annual-council.htm

14:Kiwi’s strength becoming a worry, Key says

BusinessDesk
Oct. 11 (BusinessDesk)– The continuing rise of the New Zealand dollar is reaching levels that will be of concern to exporters, but there is little the government can do, says Prime Minister John Key.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU1010/S00308/kiwis-strength-becoming-a-worry-key-says.htm

15:Retail sales expected to improve in summer

KPMG
Retail sales are expected to improve in October and into the summer months, according to KPMG.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU1010/S00304/retail-sales-expected-to-improve-in-summer.htm

16:TVNZ ratings focus responsible for Henry debacle

Green Party
TVNZ should look its soon to be dumped Charter for guidance in its review of its news and current affairs editorial policies, Green Party broadcasting spokesperson Sue Kedgley said today.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1010/S00120/tvnz-ratings-focus-responsible-for-henry-debacle.htm

17:Greens call on Govt to congratulate Nobel winner

Green Party
Green MP Keith Locke is asking John Key to offer his congratulations to the imprisoned Chinese democrat Liu Xiaobo for winning this year’s Nobel Peace Prize.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1010/S00121/greens-call-on-govt-to-congratulate-nobel-winner.htm

18:MARKET CLOSE: NZ stocks rise; Pike River leads

BusinessDesk
Oct. 11 (BusinessDesk)– New Zealand stocks rose for the second time in three sessions, lead by Pike River Coal Ltd., after the company said it is on track to ramp up its hydro-mining production. Broader influences from offshore markets were subdued with ...
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU1010/S00309/market-close-nz-stocks-rise-pike-river-leads.htm

19:Speech to Judicial Control Authority for Racing

New Zealand Government
One of the decisions I have made as Minister for Racing is to support the New Zealand Racing Board in its moves to improve integrity, across the board, for the racing industry. I will talk to you today about where some of this work is at.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1010/S00131/speech-to-judicial-control-authority-for-racing.htm

20:SWANS To Tour Australia And NZ For First Time

Mushroom Group
The Frontier Touring Co. is pleased to announce that the hugely influential and much lauded Swans will tour Australia& New Zealand for the first time in March 2011.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/CU1010/S00133/swans-to-tour-australia-and-nz-for-first-time.htm

21:NZ At 2010 Commonwealth Games: Day 5 - First Gold!

NZ Olympic Committee
Shanks Wins First Gold; Swimmers Hit Best Form; Two Brave Silvers At The Track; Silver For Weightlifter; Glynn Bags Three For Black Sticks
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/CU1010/S00131/nz-at-2010-commonwealth-games-day-5-first-gold.htm

22:Preliminary Results For Auckland Local Elections

Chief Electoral Office
Preliminary results have been released for the new Auckland'super-city' council showing a comfortable victory for former Counties Manukau mayor Len Brown over former Auckland mayor John Banks.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PO1010/S00092/preliminary-results-for-auckland-local-elections.htm

23:30 more houses won’t fix NZ housing crisis

Green Party
The Government’s plan to provide deferred loans for 30 parcels of lands will not address New Zealand’s affordable housing crisis, said the Green Party today.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1010/S00126/30-more-houses-wont-fix-nz-housing-crisis.htm

24:Base decision on science says Seafood Industry

Seafood Industry Council
New bans being considered to close thousands of square kilometers of sea to set-net fishing would wreck Kiwi businesses for no good reason and would be unlikely to save a single dolphin, says New Zealand Seafood Industry Council chief executive Peter ...
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU1010/S00305/base-decision-on-science-says-seafood-industry.htm

25:Gateway to improve housing affordability

New Zealand Government
Housing Minister Phil Heatley has today launched a new programme which will make it easier for first-time buyers and those on lower incomes to build or purchase their own homes.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1010/S00123/gateway-to-improve-housing-affordability.htm

26:WWF urges new Auckland Mayor on public transport

WWF
As newly-elected Auckland Super-City Mayor Len Brown proclaimed transport a top priority, campaigners from WWF-New Zealand wasted no time starting work yesterday on one of his pre-election promises - the inner city rail loop.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PO1010/S00111/wwf-urges-new-auckland-mayor-on-public-transport.htm

27:NZ At The 2010 Commonwealth Games: Day 7

New Zealand Olympic Committee
Silver Medal In The Weightlifting; Brave Silver For Roulston; Hockey Men Leave It Late; New Zealand Weightlifter Fifth; Kiesanowski Fourth In Road Race
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/CU1010/S00134/nz-at-the-2010-commonwealth-games-day-7.htm

28:Commonwealth Games: Day 7– Valerie Adams Gold

New Zealand Olympic Committee
Adams Games Shot Put Champion Again; Yelavich Extends Amazing Record; Shooters Miss Out On A Medal; Wiegersma Withdraws; Archer Just Misses Medal
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/CU1010/S00132/commonwealth-games-day-7-valerie-adams-gold.htm

29:Local Govt voters choose green transport

Green Party
New Zealanders cast a clear vote for better buses, trains, walking and cycling in the local body elections, said the Green Party today.
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1010/S00122/local-govt-voters-choose-green-transport.htm

30:Excited over Wagner: The Israel Chamber Orchestra

Binoy Kampmark
It seems to be a permanent bone of contention, but broaching the topic of Israel’s relationship with Richard Wagner is a dangerous pastime. The composer’s great-granddaughter, Katharina Wagner, cancelled a trip to Israel when news of it was leaked to the Israeli ...
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/HL1010/S00051/excited-over-wagner-the-israel-chamber-orchestra.htm

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