Child Safety Study (Press, 24 March 1988)
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Summary: Child Safety Study (Press, 24 March 1988)
On 24 March 1988, New Zealand's Minister of Education, Mr Lange, announced the establishment of a working party focused on out-of-school care. This decision followed discussions between Mr Lange and representatives from the Kindergarten Teachers’ Association and the Early Childhood Workers' Union, who voiced concerns regarding the lack of protective measures for children in the period between the end of school and the time they are with their parents. The working party's membership will include individuals from the Ministry of Education, the Department of Internal Affairs, and the Department of Social Welfare. Its objective will be to examine the provision of out-of-school care, assess the required regulations for this care, and establish who holds the responsibility for it. In addition to this announcement, the Salvation Army's Major Ern Johnson was highlighted for participating in a recording session for the community access radio station, Plains FM. The Salvation Army is set to debut a fortnightly 30-minute programme titled "Sounds and Salvation," featuring a mix of interviews, gospel music, and educational content aimed at Sunday School teachers. Major Johnson also mentioned that the programme would include updates on the Army's multiracial training college located in South Africa. Programme director Ms Sarah Ayton expressed satisfaction with the community’s response to the radio station, noting that more than seven diverse groups have committed to contributing regular content to the station's broadcasts. Plains FM is operated by the Canterbury Communications Trust, which rents its facilities from Christchurch.
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