Recent Cabinet decisions relating to funding for higher
education and research suggest the Government is serious
about its objective of raising knowledge standards and
building a solid base for public and economic benefits from
progress in science.
A rare piece of good news emerged for beleaguered ratepayers
this week: the Otago Regional Council draft annual plan shows
no increase in the general rate.
New Zealand has much to be proud of in its gender equality
record, and with the marking on Monday this week of
International Women's Day, there is cause for celebration.
