Pacific news in brief for February 20
A round-up of news in brief from around the region.
Source: rnz.co.nz
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Salt Bae's Nusr-Et restaurant sees profits rise by 44%
The London eatery, where a starter alone can set you back £50, and a steak can cost up to £680, has been slammed by TripAdvsior posters, who gave it an overall rating of 2.5/5.
Source: dailymail.co.uk
NDIS: I predicted the NDIS disaster. Here's how to make it sustainable
Instead of a demand-led and open-ended scheme, it is perfectly ethical and practical to calculate the total level of funding needed and then distribute it fairly.
Source: afr.com
New Zealand foreign minister seeks to block Chinese influence in Southwest Pacific
Peters’ two trips to the Pacific since taking office are a further move to pressure the tiny island states behind the US-led war drive against China.
Source: wsws.org
Government allocates additional funding for roads, healthcare, and renewable energy
Infrastructure Cook Islands receives a $400,000 boost to complete road works around Rarotonga, while pharmaceutical needs see an increase of $280,000 in the latest Supplementary Budget.
Source: cookislandsnews.com