It is clear the government is feeling the pressure from the people of New Zealand.
However, we must remain vigilant. We can’t afford to take our eyes off the ball
yet, or we risk losing more of our unique natural heritage that defines us.
New Zealand’s security would be best enhanced by our contribution to the international
community through increased efforts in resolving conflict, rather than aligning ourselves
with parties to conflict.
Substances that may be found in old mine assets could include residual arsenic and
heavy metals such as cadmium, chromium and antimony, and they could cause risk. So
avoiding skin contact is the main thing.
The issue isn’t that the incoming Human Rights Commissioner has views—it's that
he is using one of the most critical roles in our nation to promote personal opinions
on global matters that hold little relevance to the pressing challenges we face here ...