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New Zealand's most erodable places revealed
New research shows an estimated 182 million tonnes of eroded soil entered New Zealand's rivers in 2022.
High levels of nitrate found in Canterbury drinking water
Water testing in the region has shown high levels of nitrate in some people's drinking water, Greenpeace Aotearoa says.
Our Changing World – Can godwits fly and sleep?
Kuaka godwits make the longest non-stop flights, and researchers are using hi-tech tags to solve the mystery of how and when they sleep. Audio
New 'green' freight hub developed in Auckland.
A unique new industrial complex is being built in Auckland with the environment in mind. It will involve low carbon concrete, rainwater harvesting and one of New Zealand's largest rooftop solar panel… Audio
North Island has over half of NZ's erosion prone land
A fresh snapshot of erosion prone land shows more than half of the country's most erodible areas are located in the North Island despite the North Island only making up 43 percent of total land area.
…Otago University looking for participants for ketamine study
University of Otago researchers are calling for participants in a trial, looking into how a popular recreational drug could help treat depression.
Ketamine has grown in reputation as an illicit drug… Audio
How climate change could affect microbes that give wine its specific flavours
The far-reaching consequences of climate change inevitably include the production of foods and beverages, including wine.
Unusual earthquake activity detected at Mt Ruapehu
The quakes represent something new at the maunga and are not like volcanic tremors, volcanologist says. Audio
Canterbury Regional Council unlawfully granted discharge resource consent - High Court
Canterbury Regional Council unlawfully granted a resource consent for contaminant discharge in Ashburton, the High Court has ruled.
Mining for local fertiliser better than buying 'blood phosphate' - report
New Zealand farms could stop buying 'blood phosphate' and lower their greenhouse gas emissions by getting a common fertiliser from local mines, a report says.
Glacier survey paints stark picture as ice and snow disappear
Even if we get a few cooler seasons, it won't be enough to undo the damage, scientist says.
Dolphin charity turned down SailGP funding over racing behaviour
Trust member says he doesn't want to take money from "any activity that potentially posed harm to the animals that I'm studying".
Kaikōura’s endangered seabirds struggle for food
A lack of food has seen volunteers supplement feeding Hutton's shearwater chicks with "sardine smoothies" to give them the best chance at survival.
'Second worst place to hold it' - marine scientist on SailGP
Lyttleton Harbour is the second worst place to hold the event, after the Akaroa Harbour. according to Professor Steve Dawson. Audio
Made in NZ: Heed
For Made in NZ today we learn more about a company called Heed. They make early warning systems for potential overflow events from wastewater and storm water networks. CEO at Heed Garth Tunnicliffe… Audio
Autumn impact on the insect world, how we can help
As the temperatures plummet and our habits change, there's also a few things we can do to assist the insects around us which are also adapting to the seasonal change. Audio
Major geomagnetic storm hits Earth
A major geomagnetic storm is hitting Earth, and astronomers around Aotearoa are keeping their eyes peeled for the bright lights of Aurora Australis.
The storm was expected to reach severe conditions… Audio
Inspirational Waikato farmer Stu Muir shares his story of cleaning waterways
Stu Muir is a Waikato farmer who believes strongly in local individuals and communities taking responsibility for the environment around them. Audio
Few voters globally worried about climate change
More voters are heading to the polls in 2024 than in any year before, and the potential impact for climate change is significant.
Gains for nature lost
Today from The Detail: When the money dries up, gains made by a wave of Covid-inspired funding are likely to be lost. Audio
