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NZ firefighters arrive back from fighting wildfires in Canada
Day turned into night and swamps on fire, that's what New Zealand firefighters faced while battling blazes in Canada. Wildfires have caused tens of thousands of people to evacuate, destroying homes… Audio
Two kiwi killed at Kaitake in Te Papakura o Taranaki
The trapping of predators and monitoring of kiwi in Te Papakura o Taranaki are being intensified following the death of two birds in recent weeks.
Could take years to shut down polluting piggery - council
While the "volume and frequency" of the discharge has decreased, effluent is still leaving the Waikato farm.
Salvaging cyclone damaged crops in Hawke's Bay
With crops in different conditions across the East Coast, the ongoing challenge is how to salvage what may be left and planning for next season. Grower Hugh Findlay speaks to Jesse. Audio
Rocket Lab set to launch its 40th Electron in 'recovery mission'
The Kiwi-founded space company hopes to be one step closer to a reusable rocket following today's launch.
Expert 'disappointed' by decision to release nuclear wastewater
A Hawaii-based marine conservation expert is "disappointed" by Japan's decision to release treated nuclear wastewater into the Pacific Ocean.
The country is going to release one-million-tonnes of… Audio
Exercise on the brain
Dr Kate Thomas has exercise on the brain. As an exercise physiologist, she researches how exercise and fasting can change the energy sources our brain uses. And as an ultramarathon runner, she chases… Video, Audio
Our Changing World – Exercise and brain health
We know exercise can help our body, but what does it do to the brain? Dr Kate Thomas is an exercise physiologist researching how exercise changes chemicals produced in the brain. Claire Concannon… Audio
David Snowden on future proofing tomorrow's leaders
Professor Dave Snowden is one of the world's leading experts in the science of common sense, otherwise known as the science of complexity. Professor Dave Snowden speaks to Jesse. Audio
Greece wildfires: Eighteen bodies found in Greek forest
Eighteen bodies have been found in a forested area of northern Greece hit by wildfires for the past four days, the Greek fire service says.
After a summer of cyclones, are we ready for a summer of wildfires?
Scenes of mass destruction in Greece and Hawaii have shown us just how serious wildfires are. Audio
Search for missing kiwi gets nationwide response
Whakatāne Kiwi Trust is extremely grateful for the enthusiastic, nationwide response it has had in its search for lost kiwi, Tuati.
Auckland Transport gets moving on low emission ferry programme
Auckland Transport hopes its new electric fleet will bring a sea change for ferry commuters.
Piggery accused of discharging effluent into stream
The piggery near Te Aroha was investigated into the discharge of effluent into a stream.
Genesis announces plans for three new solar energy farms
Genesis Energy is partnering with one of Australia's largest solar developers, FRV Australia, in a multi-million dollar investment for three new solar farms.
DOC bears brunt of probe into alleged kiwi mishandling
An investigation into a Hawke's Bay sanctuary has instead come down hard on the government department.
Montana's Claire Vlases celebrates major climate court win
There was a major victory for young people last week in a court case in the US state of Montana. Sixteen people, from five to 22 years old, claimed the state's policies are supporting the fossil fuel… Audio
Tropical Storm Hilary releases fury on Southern California
Southern California officials braced on Monday for possible overnight reports of serious damage from Tropical Storm Hilary.
Lawson cypress trees planted in 1800s felled despite protests
Southland protesters who chained themselves to historic trees say they are disappointed they could not save them from the chopping block.
Tropical storm Hilary makes landfall in Mexico, moving
A major tropical storm has brought strong winds and heavy rain to Mexico's Baja California region, and is now barrelling towards the southwest of the United States. Forecasters are warning the storm… Audio
