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MRI brain scan study reveals more about male vs female brains
The authors of a new world-first MRI brain scan study say it has revealed the largest differences yet discovered in the structures of male and female brains. Audio
How Waikato councils could save $338m over the next decade
A new report has found Waikato councils could save $338 million over the next decade if they joined together to deliver critical water infrastructure.
'Sleepwalking into a climate disaster': NIWA scientist's parting shot
NIWA has cut climate science to the bone and set New Zealand up to be worse prepared for future climate disasters, a former staffer says. Audio
Reality show contestants under fire for eating weka
The Department of Conservation has confirmed it has given a written warning to contestants on a reality TV show after they killed and ate a weka. Reporter Katie Fitzgerald spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
NZ less prepared for climate disasters due to NIWA cuts
NIWA has cut climate science to the bone and set New Zealand up to be worse prepared for future climate disasters. Political reporter Anneke Smith has more. Audio
AI at the doctor's office: The future, or should we be concerned?
Would you be comfortable with an artificial intelligence software listening in to your doctor's appointment? Audio
The science of being pushed to the limit
When living things are pushed to their extremes, it's either adapt or die. Professor Tony Hickey speaks to Emile Donovan. Audio
Dr Moriba Jah: the increasing threat of space junk
Renowned space environmentalist and astrodynamicist specialising in space object detection and identification, Dr Moriba Jah believes it's only a matter of time before someone is killed by falling… Audio
'Extremely rare' moa footprints discovered in Auckland
The find was just the 14th in the last 150 years. Video
Focus on Politics: Coalition's climate plan falls short of targets
The government's draft emissions reduction plan - out this week - puts NZ's ability to meet its climate targets in jeopardy. Audio
Gardening with Jo McCarroll
This week NZ Gardener Magazine editor Jo McCarroll is along to demystify copper. There's an article in this month's edition of the magazine written by Nelson horticulturist Bill Brett. Jo shares with… Audio
No-planting regeneration brings life back to Wellington private reserve
A nature-knows-best approach is bringing birdsong back to a large block of protected private land in Wellington. Audio
Dr Juliet Gerrard on six years as PM Science Advisor
Dr Juliet Gerrard has recently finished up after six years as the Prime Minister's Chief Science Advisor. Audio
Avian architectural skills
New research has shown just how adept birds are at adapting to their environment. Audio
NZ deputy prime minister speaks on deep sea mining
Deputy prime minister Winston Peters was asked if New Zealand's position had changed on deep sea mining. Audio
Natives out-compete gorse in no-plant regeneration
No-plant regeneration is a method that let's nature lead the way, and its seen landscapes transform from a scrubby paddock to a lush native paradise. Famously pioneered by Hugh Wilson in Akaroa's… Audio
Could this be New Zealand’s next dark sky reserve?
An spike in visitors hoping to catch the southern lights has spurred calls for a new reserve.
Forestry industry on government's emissions reductions plan
The forestry sector is warning that tree-planting numbers for this year might be about half of what the government predicts in its emission reduction plans. The plan, announced by Minister of Climate… Audio
Turning food waste into wealth
Avocado seed powder to make snacks, fish waste skin for wound healing, and bioactive compounds made from brewer’s spent grain – Claire Concannon visits a food lab at AUT turning food waste into… Audio
The reason birdsong is so varied and what birds meme
Why do no two bird songs sound the same? Evolution, a birdsong expert says, and their songs might be warning challenges or advertising for a mate. Audio
