Lately for Tuesday 21 June 2022

10:20 Taskforce to tackle gib shortage

Today, Megan Woods, the Minister for Building and Construction announced that a taskforce has been set up to look into plasterboard shortages and last week industry leaders met with the MBIE to talk about solutions to ongoing gib shortages

Julien Leys, the chief executive of the Building Industry Federation told us what he thinks about the new taskforce.

10:25 Getting elected with Sue Kedgley

Sue Kedgley is a name many of us recognise for her work as a politician for the Green Party and Labour. She's also an author, having written on the feminist movement in New Zealand and, more recently, published her autobiography "Fifty Years a Feminist". Sue has stood for election herself at least 19 times for various roles on city and regional councils, for parliament and DHBs.

Earlier tonight the Wellington Branch of the National Council of Women New Zealand hosted a panel at Victoria University titled "Let's Get Elected" aimed at getting more women involved in key roles. Sue Kedgley was one of four women discussing their experiences and the challenges involved. Sue spoke to Karyn about her election experiences.

10:30 Time management tips for the winter months

It was the winter solstice today.It's the day of the year with the latest sunrise and the earliest sunset ...which may make you feel like you have less time.

Robyn Pearce, a time management specialist, shares eight top tips for making the most of your short days.

10:45 Eat of the week - Swede

Jeremy Mott from Mott's Premium Produce talks about a vegetable you might overlook at the supermarket.