From Green Planet FM: The chemicalisation of our society and the chemicalisation of New Zealand, our food, our bodies Meriel Watts from Waiheke Island, trained in agricultural science before becoming a natural health practitioner and treating people poisoned by roadside sprays. She also co-ordinates the New Zealand branch of Pesticide Action Network, providing technical information […]

via Hear Dr Meriel Watts on glyphosate — Rangitikei Enviromental Health Watch

We’re known for having some of the most pristine and untouched natural landscapes, which are home to some very unique creatures. Here are 10 native species you might encounter on a walk in New Zealand.

via 10 creatures you might spot on a walk in New Zealand — Conservation blog

From Carol Sawyer: Dr. Charlie Baycroft, retired medical practitioner, comments today : “Interesting that I just received a letter from the Ministry of Health threatening to prosecute and fine me $10,000 for having an opinion without a current practising certificate. I have asked for their agreement to show this threatening letter to the media. Seems […]

via A retired NZ Medical Doctor who recommended before & after 1080 medical testing to the public has been threatened with prosecution by the Ministry of Health — Rangitikei Enviromental Health Watch

At first glance it’s quite ordinary, but this has some Waikanae themes as decals on the windows — the only one like it in Waikanae, we think.  See earlier posts on ideas for bus stops as public art.

Bernie Randall pic.