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Freelance journalist and photojournalist since 1990. I've written for many international and national newspapers like The Sunday Times, Euronews, The Daily Telegraph, The Economist, The Guardian, The Scotsman, The Sunday Herald and The Daily Record, The Globe and Mail, The Miami Herald to mention a few - as a foreign and domestic freelance correspondent in Latin America, Africa, Asia and Europe. I have also authored a few Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) reports. Experienced photojournalist for international agencies like Reuters, AP, SIPA Press, Gamma-Liaison, Hollandse Hoogte and AFP and published in many UK, US, Canadian and European newspapers and magazines. I have been filming HD stock footage of documentary subjects since 2009 and recently since early 2018, in 4K UHD. I use a Wi-Fi capable Panasonic Lumix G7 camera, which provides 100Mbps 4K footage. I now have quite a lot of experience of filming documentary subject matter and compiling short news reports. For the past couple of years I have been supplying stories to Newsflare (mostly as edited packages) and have had my clips used in BBC4 documentaries, by ITN Productions and on web sites like MSN, Liveleak and Dailymotion. From the summer of 2018, I have been on the UK Civil Aviation Authority PfCO certification (for commercial flying) course and I am certified for commissions in Romania. I also film editorial documentary video stock clips for Getty Images and Pond5. I can also work as a fixer if you have an assignment in Romania or Greece (where I have a good network of contacts). I have previously done fixing work for The LA Times, The Miami Herald, NHK (Japanese state broadcaster) and Berlin-based ad agency Bentele Becker.
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ComCom suggests Kiwibank IPO could make it genuine disruptor
The Commerce Commission's draft market study report on the banking sector in New Zealand suggests that Kiwibank could become a major player and disrupt the dominance of the 'Big Four' Australian-owned banks (ANZ, ASB, BNZ, and Westpac) if it were to go public through an IPO. The report highlights limited competition as a contributing factor to the high profitability of these large banks and implies that increased competition could benefit consumers.
Chance for private sector to boost community housing supply: KPMG
KPMG suggests that the private sector could play a larger role in providing community and affordable housing in New Zealand. The firm's report highlights the need to accelerate the pace and scale of new housing supply, noting that access to government funding and regulatory settings are key constraints for housing providers.
Govt commits to lower plug-in hybrid charges
The New Zealand government has decided to lower the road user charge for plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) to $38 per 1000 kilometers, effective from April 1. This decision follows feedback from the industry, which deemed the initially proposed $53 charge too high. Transport Minister Simeon Brown announced the change, which has been welcomed by Mitsubishi as a reasonable rate. Key stakeholders involved in the discussion include the National party, VIA, and industry representatives like Greig Epps and Reece Congdon.
Pivot to petrol: Motor industry reacts to RUC changes
The automotive sector expresses concerns about the medium-to-long term impact of proposed road user charges on electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. The Transport and Infrastructure Select Committee recommends a lower rate for the Road User Charges (Light Electric RUC Vehicles) Amendment Bill than initially expected, raising questions about the future uptake of EVs and PHEVs. Key stakeholders include National, Transport Minister Simeon Brown, MIA, Aimee Wiley, Opel, Noah Robertson, and Mitsubishi NZ.
Putin set for re-election victory, Apple reaches settlement
Vladimir Putin is poised for a record victory in Russia’s presidential election amid protests at polling stations. Apple has agreed to a US$490 million settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit. EU countries are focusing on forced labour issues.
Displaced Palestinians on the move; Bunnings faces scrutiny
Israel's military planned to relocate over one million displaced Palestinians from southern Gaza to humanitarian enclaves before launching an offensive. Bunnings faces scrutiny, and Elon Musk's multiplanetary ambitions are a step closer.
Volatile migration data tops more records
New Zealand's official migration statistics have shown a provisional annual net migration gain of 133,800 for the year ended January, with a net gain of 180,700 non-New Zealand citizens. These figures continue to set new records, as reported by Statistics NZ.
Businesses display ‘meaningful’ activity amid economic challenges
Business confidence saw a significant rise in the December quarter according to NZIER's survey, despite expectations of a challenging year ahead. BusinessNZ's chief executive, Kirk Hope, acknowledges the improvement but warns of continued difficulties for companies over the next 12 months.
Status quo expected after Taiwan election; N Korea fires missile
New Taiwan president-elect Lai Ching-te will succeed Tsai Ing-wen, with analysts predicting the ruling Democratic Progressive Party's victory will maintain the status quo. North Korea has fired a missile, and Israel has vowed to continue its war against Hamas until victory.
US inflation bumps up in December
In December, the US consumer price index saw a 0.3% increase, resulting in an annual rate of 3.4%, which was higher than anticipated. This development suggests that 2024 will be marked by rate cuts and a decline in inflation, although the specifics regarding the extent and pace of these changes remain uncertain.
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