TIMOR: The violence in East Timor will be discussed at the APEC meeting in Auckland next week. Another day of turmoil in
Dili – people leaving Timor by ferry to escape the violence
HEALTH DIRECTOR: Director of Mental Health Services at Waitemata Health says that people should do more to support
patients undergoing mental health treatment in the wake of a double murder by man treated by Waitemata Health.
ANSETT PILOTS: The industrial dispute between pilots and Ansett is causing serious disruptions for Ansett passengers.
AIRPORT: An increase in visitor numbers and lower than expected interest rates has lead to a larger than expected profit
for Auckland international airport.
WORK DEATHS: Otago University research has revealed an unacceptable risk of death in ten occupations, but a fall in work
related deaths.
UNION: Industrial relations will be a key election issue says Engineers Union.
TRIAL: Jury has looked at Scott Watson’s boat Blade again in Wellington.
TEA: Tea production in India is down due to threat of terrorism.
BEARS: Shell NZ is recalling teddy bears sold during recent promotion after reports that stitching has failed revealing
plastic beads of choking size.
AEROSOL DANGER: UK research among pregnant women has revealed that high use of aerosols and air freshener may cause
depression and headaches amongst women, and give babies ear infections and diarrhea.