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COP28: Deal struck to phase out global use of fossil fuels
The deal is the first of its kind, signalling the eventual end of the oil age.
Scientist snaps extremely rare half-male, half-female bird
Only two of its kind have been seen in more than 100 years, and Professor Hamish Spencer's photos may be the best ever.
Chlöe Swarbrick refuses to apologise for 'demonstrable lie' accusation
She could face consequences meted out by the Privileges Committee if she is found to have accused him of lying - which would be a breach of the rules.
Our Changing World – 3D mapping the Hikurangi subduction zone
Off the coast of Gisborne, slow-motion earthquakes are occurring in an area where one tectonic plate dives under another. A research team have mapped this area, known as the Hikurangi subduction zone… Audio
Hazardous chemical reporting to be strengthened under EPA proposals
It follows criticism by the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment of New Zealand's patchy system for tracking chemicals.
Podcast Critic: Evie Ashton
Today Evie talks to Jesse about podcasts Ologies and Connections. Both are science related. Audio
NZ among group fighting for stronger stand on fossil fuels at COP28 - Watts
New Zealand's climate change minister says he and major countries are still fighting for a stronger deal after a controversial draft at COP28. Audio
Negotiations at COP28 hit roadblock as fossil fuel phase out language faces opposition
Pacific Islands Forum's Karlos Moresi discussed the challenges faced by negotiators from small island states on the last day of negotiations of the UN climate talks.
Science: Modifying power of eels
Science correspondent Dr Siouxsie Wiles discusses how electric eels may genetically modify organisms around them, and how birds in Europe have been building nests using anti-bird spikes. Audio
Wanaka's waterfront builds in puteketeke protection
Over the past eight years Wanaka's waterfront has been getting an upgrade - and the results have drawn praise from an international design body. Audio
NZ not on track to meet climate target - Climate Commission
The Climate Change Commission says New Zealand is not on track to meet its climate targets. The independent organisation's latest report discusses how the government can meet its emissions budgets -… Audio
Shane Jones puts environmental laws in his sights
The new Minister for Regional Development, Resources and Ocean and Fisheries, Shane Jones, has put climate change and environmental laws firmly in his sights. In Parliament yesterday, the New Zealand… Audio
COP28 mired in debate about draft statement
Today was meant to see the end of the annual COP28 summit in Dubai, but an impasse as to the wording used in the conference's final text is causing delays. A row erupted after a draft of a potential… Audio
As fossil fuel rift delays COP28, Arab energy leaders say oil here to stay
Oil and gas will be "pillars of global energy for many decades to come," the closing statement of a meeting of Arab energy ministers says.
Committment to phase out fossil fuels gone from COP28 agreement
There's been frustration at the UN Climate Summit in Dubai, after a commitment to phase out fossil fuels was cut from the final draft of the agreement. Negotiations continued through the night at COP… Audio
Save $2b a year by cutting carbon, Climate Change Commission tells government
New Zealand isn't on track to meet its climate targets, according to a new review, and it could end up costing the government millions making up the shortfall.
Bromley wastewater stench returns with a vengeance
The poo pong from Bromley's wastewater treatment plant is back. Some Christchurch residents say the stench resurfaced with a vengeance earlier this week. The problem has been ongoing despite remedial… Video, Audio
Climate Change Minister says COP28 draft 'does not go far enough'
New Zealand negotiators are among a group working on an alternative text at the COP28 global climate summit, after concern the current draft agreement does not go far enough. Audio
Faith communities committed to climate action at UN talks - Padre James Bhagwan
Pacific churches are amongst those at COP28 fighting for climate justice and are providing pastoral care to those in the negotiations. Audio
Hundreds of people affected after torrential rain and flooding in French Polynesia
French Polynesia's main island of Tahiti has been mopping up at the weekend following several days of torrential rains which triggered mass flooding late last week.
