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The Rugby World Cup NZ 2011 (national)
The rugby world cup held in NZ next year has been through out the media this year so far and is continuing to be in the media. Due to ticket sales, upgrading of stadiums, international recognition and the changing of the school terms because of it. Many major events have been rescheduled due to the rugby world cup such as the World of Wareable arts show in Wellington.
Its News worthy because it has global recognition and it is happening in NZ.
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FIFA World Cup (Football) (international)
The Football World Cup held in South Africa this year has been in the media throughout the year, as this is the first time in a long time that NZ has qualified to compete. It is being held in South Africa this year.
It is News Worthy because NZ is competing in the World cup for the first time in a long time meaning it has more relevance to NZ than it has i provious years. Link: http://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/fifa-world-cup -
BP Oil Spill (international)
The BP oil spill is a major problem in the Gulf of Mexico, it has created major wildlife problems and also many other concerns towards BP.
It is News worthy because many people will be affected by this major disaster BP will be under a lot of pressure to slove the problem. Link: http://www.stuff.co.nz/world/americas/3766311/Criminal-probe-into-BP-oil-spill -
Telecoms XT Network (national)
In 2010 problems have continued to rise out of telecoms new XT network effecting 1000's of people around New Zealand by crashing and not working properley.
This is news worthy because after a much anticipated wait for telecoms brand new net work it is not living up to its expectations. Link: http://www.stuff.co.nz/technology/3268623/Thousands-still-unable-to-use-Telecom-XT-after-crash -
Global Warming (international)
Global Warming is a major issue constantly in the news, as it is a world wide issue eg. as ice caps melt and the oceans rise land mass reduces.
It is News worthy because it is effecting the entire planet and it is partly caused by humans.
Link: http://www.stuff.co.nz/environment/4072187/Fossil-record-hints-at-possible-global-warming-surge -
Iran, Iraq and Afganistan Wars (international)
Wars have continued in Iran, Iraq and Afganistan for a long time 2003-2010 (USA anounced that it was pulling out this year) and many people are continually geeting killed over 109,000 already.
It is News Worthy because many countries have been involved in these wars and many families are losing loved ones. Link: http://www.stuff.co.nz/world/middle-east/4042354/Doubts-over-2011-Iraq-pullout -
33 Chilean Miners trapped (international)
33 Chilean miners were trapped in a mine after it collapsed, they spent over a month waiting to be rescued. they did have a small supply route to have contac with the surface and the rescue was a very lenghty process with the rescue tube taking a long time to get up and down and only one person at a time. the miners were very relieved to get out after having to stay in the tunnels for such a long time and following strict routines to keep them fit and well. -
Tax Cuts (national)
Changes with taxes cut and raises have been happening continually throughout the year.
This is news worthy because many shops etc. are having to raise their prices because of increase in GST many people are confuzed about how much they are actually saving.
Link: http://www.stuff.co.nz/dominion-post/politics/3721867/13-tax-cut-but-45-GST-rise-for-average-earner-says-Goff -
Swine Flu H1N1 (international)
The Swine Flu outbreak continues throughout NZ and the world.
This is News worthy becuase many cases are still being found around NZ and the world and some people say the outbreak is yet to peak. Link: http://www.stuff.co.nz/national/4025674/Swine-flu-wave-yet-to-peak -
Christchurch Eartquake - Clean up (national)
There are many issues that need to be resovled after the Christchurch earthquake, many insurance claims, many buildings will have to be knocked down, and also plenty of after shocks were felt. The effects were devastating, physically and financially. Link: http://www.stuff.co.nz/national/4248356/Severe-aftershock-hits-Christchurch
