Bailey Brannon

Aug 3, 2023 | rnz.co.nz | Bailey Brannon

Anti-vax lawyer Sue Grey's comments about Covid-19 vaccines did not amount to misconduct because they were made as a private citizen, a tribunal has found. After complaints were made against Grey's public comments and campaigning against Covid-19 vaccines, the Lawyers and Conveyancers Disciplinary Tribunal investigated if it amounted to misconduct. The tribunal oversees the conduct of lawyers and has the ability to reprimand, fine or suspend them.

Jun 22, 2023 | rnz.co.nz | Bailey Brannon

Fire and Emergency will be sending their third deployment of firefighters to Canada in a joint effort between three agencies. The Department of Conservation and Forestry Protection Services will be sending the firefighters in co-operation with FENZ to help battle ongoing wildfires in Canada. The team of 24 will be replacing the initial FENZ deployment, who will be arriving back in New Zealand on 28 June.

Jun 12, 2023 | rnz.co.nz | Bailey Brannon

By Bailey Brannon, reporterAs AI starts to gain popularity, the creative industry is questioning what impact it will have on their livelihoods. AI Software has the capability to create art in seconds, allowing anyone to create their own artwork simply from text prompts. Online websites such as Nightcafe give users the choice of multiple algorithms and styles. People can then order custom prints of their own creations.

May 13, 2023 | rnz.co.nz | Bailey Brannon

By Bailey BrannonA native fish species in decline has begun migration to a Wellington ecosanctuary to help restore the freshwater ecosystem. On Friday, Zealandia began releasing 160 toitoi into their ecosystem - believed to be the first time the species has ever been transported in modern times. The population of toitoi fish, otherwise known as the common bully, has been in steady decline and becoming completely lost in certain regions.

Apr 9, 2023 | rnz.co.nz | Bailey Brannon

By Bailey BrannonA university lecturer believes artificial intelligence has the potential to personalise learning and provide students with in-depth feedback. AI-driven technology has been on the rise with open access tools such as ChatGPT, allowing people to ask the bot any question. Students have been able to use the technology to help them write assignments, with some universities introducing ways to detect bot-written work.