The Panel for Thursday 13 August 2020

3:45 PM.The shift in alert levels is a stark reminder to check in with our own Covid-19 prevention measures at home and work.  Read more Audio

3:55 PM.Debate continues over whether the government should delay the upcoming September election. Read more Audio

4:15 PM.The Panel is joined by Canterbury University Professor Michael Plank, who is involved in Covid-19 data modelling work. Read more Audio

4:23 PM.The Panel discuss the possible impact of heightened alert levels on the economy, particularly small businesses already struggling.  Read more Audio

4:28 PM.The Panel ponders what makes a good cup of tea following the Queen's tea supplier sharing their tips. Read more Audio

4:32 PM.Panellists Laila Harre and Stephen Jacobi share what they have been thinking about. Read more Audio

4:40 PM.As the nation goes on heightened alert, calls to introduce a CovidCard are growing. Read more Audio

4:47 PM.A serious shortage of skilled agricultural workers in the rural sector is of increasing concern to employers.  Read more Audio

4:56 PM.The Panel talks to Becky Umbers, who is an advocate of turning the roofs of Auckland high rises into community gardens. Read more Audio