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Stephen Day

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Stephen Day is strategic communications advisor at the New Zealand Walking Access Commission | Ara Hīkoi Aotearoa.

Sir Thomas Picton and the New Zealand town that bears his name (Image: Tina Tiller)

Is it time for Picton to have the conversation about changing its name?

The gateway to the South Island is named after a notorious slave trader who tortured a 13-year-old girl.

By Stephen Day | 18th October, 2022

Tozan Delman and his wife on the trail. (Photo: Tozan Delman)

Where angels help to tread

The 3,000km Te Araroa trail, which spans the length of New Zealand, attracts walkers from all over the world. A growing network of Trail Angels are taking in weary travellers and giving them a taste of Kiwi hospitality.

By Stephen Day | 13th February, 2021

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In the battle between cyclist and drivers, don’t forget those who use their feet

The clash between urban cyclists and car drivers has been brewing for several years now. But pedestrians have been advocating for their rights far longer.

By Stephen Day | 27th February, 2020

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Why are so few women compensated for lost earnings after a split?

Last week, a Supreme Court decision awarded the wife of a lawyer $520,000 to make up for the fact that she gave up her career and potential income to look after the children and home.

By Stephen Day | 15th December, 2017

Does the Property (Relationships) Act work for modern families?

Does the Property (Relationships) Act work for modern families?

Splitting up when you have both property and children can be very complex. The Law Commission Stephen Day explains what the Property (Relationships) Act looks like now, and what it could look like with your input.

By Stephen Day | 5th December, 2017