Environment
Examining cycles of life, death and rebirth
Nick Golledge is professor of glaciology at Victoria University of Wellington and author of the book Feedback looking at the history of the earth through constant, incremental change. Audio
Potentially invasive seaweed discovered in Northland
It was first spotted at Tamaterau, in Whangārei Harbour.
Decision time on Auckland's shorelines
Auckland Council is developing Shoreline Adaption Plans covering 3,200 kilometres of coastline, as our shores are battered by wilder weather. Audio
Sewage doesn't put MP off swimming in Wellington Harbour
Asked if he would swim in the harbour if there was sewage, Greg O'Connor said: "Yeah, I do." But Chris Hipkins said he "probably" would not.
Creating a year-round garden at no cost
You may have heard of permaculture, how about hugelkultur? What actually are they and can they help you grow your own food without spending any money? Katy Gosset gets the answers at a community… Audio
Companies announce long list of solar projects
A long list of 147 solar, wind and geothermal projects have been announced by companies eager to find investment for a renewables boom. Climate Change Correspondent Eloise Gibson reports. Audio
The ozone hole will keep opening for decades. Here's why it matters
At this time of year, as the sun rises over Antarctica, a "hole" opens in Earth's ozone layer - with big impacts for NZ.
Mike Joy on his memoir and butting heads with Sir John Key
The scientist whose work prompted Sir John Key in 2011 to compare academics to lawyers says it was a "surreal" and "scary" time. Audio
SIS agent turned freshwater champion Mike Joy
Freshwater ecologist Mike Joy is a controversial figure who says things some people don't want to hear. He came to academia late, after time spent as a mechanic, milkman, truck driver, agent with the… Audio
Dr Joëlle Gergis: Pacific Island Forum was lacking in ambition
The Pacific Island forum, which had the theme Transformative Resilient Pasifiki: Build Better Now, wrapped up last week in Tonga. But award-winning Australian climate scientist Dr. Joelle Gergis, who… Audio
Hawke's Bay dotterel population sees record decline
Cyclone Gabrielle is being blamed for the loss of thousands of the endangered birds.
Part of Milford Sound underwater observatory sinks
The tourist attraction in Harrison Cove was damaged in a storm at the weekend.
Govt says rules governing slash need to be clarified
The government wants to roll back local councils' ability to set tough rules for forestry. Wairoa mayor Craig Little spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Invasive marine pest found in Otago, calls for boaties to remain vigilant
NIWA divers found evidence of Mediterranean fanworm during a routine pest survey at the multi-purpose wharf in Port Chalmers last week.
Minister wants to roll back 'unworkable' forestry rules
The government is proposing to roll back the ability of councils to introduce their own tougher rules for forestry.
Recycling vs downcycling
Earlier this week, Jesse spoke to an organisation called Tyrewise about a new tyre recycling scheme that began operating this month. Well, following that interview we heard from several people who… Audio
Just how 'dolphin friendly' is your tin of tuna?
Analysis: Labelling on many seafood products sold in New Zealand is so vague it may serve as greenwashing, writes Kathryn Bradbury.
How to catch a possum with... mayonnaise
Possums "crave" the "delicious, high-calorie" bait.
Tyres Make The World Go Round
6.5 million tyres reach their end of life in New Zealand every year, but this month our first national tyre recycling scheme kicks into gear. Audio
New pāua species found off remote NZ islands
'The pāua that clings to the sea': A new species of abalone found only in waters off Three Kings Islands/Manawatāwhi.
