Bullying
Bullying report points the finger at reporters
It named no names, but the much-anticipated report into bullying in Parliament did lift the lid on people turning the place toxic.The journalists among them are part of the problem, according to the… Audio
Bullying report points the finger at reporters
It named no names, but the much-anticipated report into bullying in Parliament did lift the lid on people turning the place toxic.The journalists among them are part of the problem, according to the…
AudioNational committed to changing culture at Parliament – MP
National MP Barbara Kuriger says National is "open and on board" with improving workplace culture at Parliament, following a review which found bullying was rife. Audio
Parliament a ‘perfect storm’ for bullying, bad behaviour – report
Independent reviewer Debbie Francis has found a culture at Parliament that allows and 'normalises' bad behaviour and harassment and refers to a small group of MPs who are well known as serial… Video, Audio
School counsellors not surprised at bullying report
School counsellors are not suprised by a report showing New Zealand children are facing intolerably high levels of bullying. A study by the Education Review office reported that one quarter of… Audio
Auckland Uni to establish group to tackle discrimination
Auckland University's Vice Chancellor has agreed to tackle discrimination on campus, but he's standing by an earlier statement that a growing white supremacist movement is "utter nonsense". Audio
Natalia D'Souza: Workplace bullying destroys people's lives
Dr Natalia D'Souza speaks to Jim about the ways bullying in the workplace can be dealt with and how good leaders could be trained to effectively deal with the problem which is showing no signs of… Audio
Boy 'in tears and screaming' after ghost pepper dare
A mother of two boys who were fed one of the world's hottest peppers by a group of teenagers is issuing a warning to other parents.
Do we take school bullying as seriously as we should?
Nelson College for Girls is in the spotlight after the parents of four former students came forward to discuss a culture of bullying at the school - but does the issue stretch wider than just one high… Audio
'You're butting your head against a brick wall' - ex-firefighter
The findings of an independent review into Fire and Emergency won't change the culture, a retired firefighter has said, but the chief executive says there is now a clear path towards change.
FENZ CEO: ‘We need to be different’
Why is bullying and harassment so widespread in Fire and Emergency? Sharon Brettkelly interviews chief executive Rhys Jones. Audio
Damning review reveals bullying, harassment at Fire and Emergency
An independent review into workplace culture at Fire and Emergency has found bullying and harassment is widespread, and managers have little or no training to deal with complaints and its policies are… Audio
'Unacceptable levels of racism, sexism and homophobia'
An independent review has found bullying and harassment at all levels of Fire and Emergency.
The Suplex of Safety
Comedy trio Frickin Dangerous Bro join James Nokise to talk about getting gigs, staying balanced and dealing with bullying. Produced by Charlie Bleakley. Audio
Dame Silvia Cartwright: new rules needed for legal profession
New rules are needed in the legal profession to address unacceptable behavior, according to a Law Society working group chaired by Dame Silvia Cartwright. The report finds professional codes aren't… Audio
Bullying in the bulletins
An MP and a senior public servant have been accused of bullying staff this week, and an inquiry into bullying at Parliament is under way too. All that made heaps of headlines this past week and kept… Audio
Bullying in the bulletins
An MP and a senior public servant have been accused of bullying staff this week, and an inquiry into bullying at Parliament is under way too. All that made heaps of headlines this past week and kept…
AudioMore on bullying in the workplace
A former staffer of Maggie Barry has spoken out about his experience working for her. Meanwhile, a leaked internal email purportedly sent by National chief press secretary advising MPs on how to talk… Audio
Are you a bully?
Parliament is reviewing bullying and harassment of staff at Parliament going back years, and psychology lecturer Chantal Gautier thinks we all need to review our own behavior that can tip over into… Audio
Maggie Barry responds to bullying allegations
The National Party MP Maggie Barry has responded to bullying allegations by going on the offensive - asking the Parliamentary Service to investigate whether she was recorded by her staff. The North… Video, Audio
