Junior doctors have voted to strike for five days from 29 April over an employment row. Between 2500 and 3000 Doctors will walk off the job.
The doctors cancelled a strike planned for 15-18 April over technical problems, before voting on a five-day strike starting 29 April. Union senior advocate David Munro says it's not about pay but about changes the DHBs want to make to the now-expired employment agreement. "The clawbacks that the DHBs have put on the table they are showing no sign at this stage of removing. And that is a simple impact that could see a much swifter move to settlement of this long-running dispute," he said. Mr Munro said Canterbury had been omitted from the strike because the hospital is still under pressure from the March 15 terrorist attack. The Resident Doctors Association announced the result of their latest strike ballot this afternoon.
===========================================================
Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
.
Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
-
85.1% Yes
-
13.9% No
-
1.1% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
Need Event Medical Cover?
MRI provides modern medical solutions for a wide range of events and industries. From local sporting or community events - to large concerts and major festivals - we can provide tailored and professional medical cover that suits your needs.
Our experienced team of clinicians and operations managers can provide a complete risk assessment of your event and advise you on the most suitable medical expertise to have on site.
Get in touch with the team today at info@mri.nz
Loading…
