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Te Pūtara
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June 2021
Time for change
Welcome to the June edition of Te Pūtara. This edition is big on change; from changing the world to changing your hairstyle.
It's a fitting theme as we head toward Matariki, a time when many people will be reflecting on the past, and what they'd like to change for the future.
And for us - we're always keen to know what we can do better. If you have ideas for the next edition of Te Pūtara, email korero@epa.govt.nz.
We're proud to partner with the Sustainable Business Network to sponsor this year’s Change Maker category of the Sustainable Business Awards. The Change Maker award recognises young people who are leading the way in environmental sustainability.
Entries close Monday 21 June.
Call for information on glyphosate
This request for information is the very first step in deciding whether to change the rules about the use of glyphosate.
The spike protein and the Pfizer vaccine
This Science Corner feature examines the backstory to the Pfizer vaccine, and how it was approved in New Zealand.
Keep up with fast-track consents
Our new listing page has the latest information on the status of fast-track consent applications. These are decided by independent panels - not the EPA.
We’re looking forward to exhibiting for the first time at Fieldays, from 16-19 June at Mystery Creek, Hamilton.
At our 'Sharing Shed' we’re offering haircuts in exchange for conversation - we're calling this Cutz and Kōrero. We want to hear what’s important to you when it comes to protecting our environment.
Going to Fieldays? You can book online for a chop and a chin wag.
Or drop by on the day. You’ll find our stand at PD42 in the Fieldays Pavilion.
Latest news
Check out the Latest news section of our website for media releases and news articles, such as:
Upcoming events
In addition to our forthcoming debut at Fieldays, we have some exciting events lined up:
- 19 June: Safer Homes at Healthy in the Hutt, Walter Nash Centre, Lower Hutt.
- 7 July: EPA at Ngā Here: Many connections, Victoria University, Wellington.
- 21 July: EPA Chief Executive, Dr Allan Freeth, will speak at the Agcarm Winter Conference in Wellington.
Shiver me timbers, it's cold
If you're lighting a fire to stay warm this winter, make sure you're not burning treated timber.
Some of the chemicals used to treat timber are toxic. Usually these won't pose a risk to you or your whānau, but this timber should stay out of your fireplace.
