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Battle to kill toxic species begins
A toxic plant that can temporarily cause blindness and quickly invade coastal areas has been found in large numbers established on a remote beach.
Our Changing World – MRI research at the Mātai Medical Research Institute
The MRI technique advances coming out of the Mātai Medical Research Institute in Gisborne have been described as ‘pioneering’, ‘groundbreaking’ and ‘world leading’. Claire Concannon speaks to chief… Audio
The power of the sun in your pocket
Imagine being able to carry your own solar panel around with you, rolled up in your pocket. Audio
Researchers find possums could develop resistance to 1080
Researchers say possums could develop a resistance to a crucial tool in New Zealand's pest management toolbox. Co-author Professor Steve Trewick spoke to Guyon Espiner. Audio
Scientists concerned over delayed report
Scientists are becoming increasingly worried about delays to a critical report that could see an overhaul of the infrastructure and funding of science. Association of Scientists co-president Troy… Audio
The chemistry behind big fireworks displays
Waikato-based Martin Van Tiel owns Van Tiel Pyrotechnics - and has been responsible for some of the biggest fireworks displays New Zealand has seen, including the Auckland Millennium celebration and… Audio
Ancient, inconspicuous plant voted New Zealand's favourite
Forget the voting happening somewhere overseas - here in Aotearoa the winner of another hotly contested, knife-edge election has just been announced.
How to shop mindfully and save money
Some believe you should "buy once, buy well" to enjoy the process of shopping while saving money.
What is the SSAG review?
Scientists are becoming increasingly worried about delays to a critical report that could see an overhaul of the country's science infrastructure and funding.
Auckland's maunga off-limits during Guy Fawkes
This is the sixth year the Tupuna Maunga Authority has closed the mountains during the fireworks season, despite this, the authority says suspicious fires and dangerous behaviour with fireworks have… Audio
The scientists who make TV and movie come to life
Erin Macdonald has a PhD in astrophysics. For the past five years, she has been the official science consultant for the Star Trek universe. Audio
Start of cyclone season increases danger from Manawanui wreck - expert
As cyclone season begins in the Pacific, it's vital the hundreds of thousands of litres of fuel inside the wreck of the Manawanui be removed urgently, or the situation could quickly worsen quickly, an…
ESR proposes to cut 8% of workforce
Cost cutting necessary to fit within a new 'funding envelope,' the Institute of Environmental Science and Research says.
A raffle for the Kāpiti Coast
Jesse talks to Anna McKenzie Hawea, General Manager of the Ngā Manu Trust, which is fundraising. Audio
'Ray of hope': New cycle trail opens on Ruapehu
"We've had a rough time over the last 12 months. At a time like this, the opening of Te Ara Mangawhero is much needed," the district's mayor says.
'Magic spot': Matiu/Somes Island to reopen after long closure
Wellington's Matiu/Somes Island will reopen to visitors later this month after being closed most of the year. Audio
Mike King charity accused of greenwashing over booklet
The pamphlet, handed out to schoolchildren, presents a trucking firm and a coal-burning electricity company as climate heroes. Audio
Mike King's I Am Hope accused of greenwashing
Mike King's mental health charity I Am Hope is being accused of greenwashing after handing out a pamphlet to children presenting a heavy trucking firm and a coal-burning electricity company as climate… Audio
Matiu Somes Island to reopen to visitors
Visitors will soon be able to experience Matiu/Somes Island, after the replacement of the island's 85-year-old wharf. Department of Conservation's operations manager for Kapiti-Wellington Angus… Audio
The artist duo creating miniatures of our beloved backcountry huts
To say the artist duo Kemi Whitwell and Niko Leyden have an obsession with backcountry huts is no overstatement.
It’s been the focus of their art and design for more than 12 years. The Waikato-based… Video, Audio
