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Science eavesdropping on the sounds of the natural world
The remarkable world of nature's hidden sounds and the way species communicate are being revealed by scientists using digital bioacoustics. Canadian scientist, Professor Karen Bakker, is an author and… Audio
New Zealand developed cancer treatment: one step closer to market
A breakthrough cancer treatment developed in here New Zealand which uses a patient's own immune system to find and destroys the disease is a step closer to market. Kathryn talks to Dr Rob Weinkove the… Audio
Transport climate resilence funding a 'primary focus' - Brown
The National Party says climate change and reslience needs to become a primary focus when funding decisions are made in the transport sector. Waka Kotahi's National Resilience Programme Business Case… Audio
Weaknesses in Waka Kotahi's crisis response strategies exposed
Until recently Waka Kotahi was not factoring climate change and the need for resilience into many of its transport projects.
Mayor fuming after council's bid for exemption from chlorinating drinking water fails
The national water regulator has turned down an application for Christchurch's water to be exempt from chlorine.
Don't forget the climate, govt warned ahead of Budget
The government's warning about a 'no frills' Budget is tempering expectations about a big climate spend.
Risks of invasive seaweed Caulerpa still poorly understood
Biosecurity New Zealand says likening it to a marine version of foot and mouth is perhaps alarmist.
Remote sensing technology used to detect myrtle rust days before signs of infection
New research using remote sensing technology could help in the fight against myrtle rust.
New research to help save lives during volcanic eruptions
For the first time ever, research has shown that seismic signals can be used to track pyroclastic flows from volcanic eruptions. Mathematics and Statistics Lecturer at the University of Canterbury, Dr… Audio
Final phase of Tui Oil Field decommissioning set to begin
The arrival of a specialist vessel at Port Taranaki this week marks the beginning of the final phase of decommissioning the abandoned Tui Oil Field. Video
Controversial Waimate energy plant proceeds to consenting process
The company behind a waste-to-energy proposal in Canterbury is "very pleased" it can proceed to the public consultation stage after being rejected twice in 2022.
Council investigates oil leak source in Christchurch's Avon River
Council staff believe they have identified the source but are unable to comment on it while the investigation is underway.
Beef + Lamb organises roadshow to discuss farmers' concerns
The industry organisation has arranged a series of talks around the country so farmers can provide feedback on any concerns raised at its recent AGM.
Australian Correspondent Brad Foster
Brad Foster reports on the winners and losers of the Australian Federal Budget, the reintroduction of the platypus - Australia's cutest egg-laying mammal - into the Royal National Park near Sydney… Audio
New approach to predator control - from outer space!
People are working hard on the ground to control numbers, trapping and poisoning, but have you ever thought of managing predator control from space? Audio
Cyclone and flood recovery support must be fiscally sustainable - Robertson
New Zealand needs to prepare for the reality that weather events such as Cyclone Gabrielle and the Auckland Anniversary floods will continue to happen 'more and more', the finance minister says. Audio
Forestry Minister 'not shocked' by damning slash report
Peeni Henare says Tai Rāwhiti locals are thankful for forestry as it put bread and butter on the table but are looking towards new opportunities in the future. Audio
EPA criticised for not releasing information on discharge at Kupe
The Environmental Protection Authority is under fire for withholding information about a leak at a suspended oil and gas well-head at Kupe off the coast of Taranaki.
EPA under fire about 'harmful discharge' at Kupe
The Environmental Protection Authority is under fire for withholding information about a leak at a suspended oil and gas well-head at Kupe off the coast of Taranaki. It's taken five years, two… Audio
Forestry Minister ' not shocked' by damning slash report
$10 million has been allocated from this year's Budget for the clearing of rivers in Tairawhiti and Hawke's Bay. The government is hoping the money will help remove up to 70,000 tonnes of woody debris… Audio
