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Sydney beaches to reopen after tar balls wash ashore
The tar balls have since been confirmed as a mixture of chemicals consistent with those found in cleaning and cosmetic products as well as fuel oil.
New fast-track bill criteria still 'heavily weighted against environment' - critic
Officially recommended changes include giving one minister the ability to nominate projects, and putting the final say on approving them to a panel of experts.
Building enough supply chain resilience, sustainability to survive next global crisis
Analysis - External events can severely disrupt the flow of goods, delay deliveries or damage critical infrastructure.
Critter of the Week: Seaweed isopod | weri moana
This week's critter is the seaweed isopod, Paridotea ungulata. Seaweed isopods are true masters of camouflage. Their bright green bodies blend perfectly with their favourite habitat (and food) - sea… Audio
Public wants fast rivers clean-up but farmers call for handbrake
Two months of talking to Taranaki people has exposed the split between the farming industry and the rest of the region over polluted rivers.
Hundreds of tar balls have surfaced on Sydney beaches. But what are they?
One of Sydney's most popular beaches came under the spotlight this week when hundreds of black balls mysteriously appeared along its shore.
ICJ set to hear 100 oral statements for legal opinion on climate change
The Attorney-Generals of Kiribati, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu, Tuvalu and Fiji has issued a joint statement in support of the legal push.
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 17 October 2024
In today's episode, Tory Whanau met with the Local Government Minister Simeon Brown in the Beehive this morning after the government raised concerns this week about council dysfunction, an ACC… Audio
What's behind more dead seal pups washing up?
Locals at Sumner Beach are noticing an increase in marine life washing up on the shore in 2024.
Bird nest design in a changing climate
Claire Concannon learns about variations in bird nest design, and why some species may be better able to cope with rapid change.
How to spot rare comet in NZ over the next few nights
The comet hasn't been seen for in our skies for 80,000 years, but your best bet to catch a glipse is over the next few nights. Audio
Our Changing World: Bird nest design
Ever spied a bird nest out on a walk? Some are quite complex constructions, delicately woven and expertly lined to keep their eggs safe. This week, Claire Concannon learns about bird nest design and… Audio
COP29 needs to be about climate finance, says SPC
Pacific leaders are preparing for COP29 which is set to be held in Baku, Azerbaijan next month.
An alternative approach to berm plantings
Most councils in Perth encourage residents to plant their grass verges - in contrast to New Plymouth where a woman faces a $1000 fine.
What is a tropical cyclone and what do all the categories mean?
Explainer - The South Pacific tropical cyclone season is due to start in November and will run until the last day of April.
Where have all the stick insects gone?
One of the country's top bug experts fears her favourite insect is running out of places to live. Audio
Manawanui recovery: Labour calls for clarity over options
It follows the navy saying they are committed to supporting the ship's removal, and the prime minister saying it's up to the insurers and the navy to work out.
Where are all the stick insects?
Just last week Jesse was asking: where have all the stick insects gone? Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 15 October 2024
On today's episode, Waikato hospital has told nurses to only speak English in clinical settings, Christopher Luxon reviews his year after the election, Team New Zealand are flying and just three wins… Audio
Dead whale remains floating off Moorea lagoon
The putrid remains have once again prompted a local warning to mariners and seafarers in the densely-populated area.
