Laura Bootham

Fletcher's chief exec made a false claim on air. Its comms team asked for the quote to be pulled from further use. That request and Fletcher's U-turn became a major new angle. I was interviewed shortly after 9am to explain what had happened.

Christchurch builders are worried asbestos repairs in the earthquake rebuild will continue to cause problems for years to come.

Documents obtained by Radio New Zealand show the Department of Labour had not developed a co-ordinated position on asbestos hazards in the Christchurch rebuild, almost two years after the 2011 quake. From WorkSafe New Zealand and the Earthquake

Homeowners do independent testing and claim they have been exposed to the toxic substance despite Government and Fletchers assurances people have not been affected.

Asthma & Respiratory Foundation NZ Biennial Media Awards