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In pictures: The best space photos of 2024
A New Zealand teenager's shot of the Milky Way is among the winning images from the Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, revealed by the Royal Observatory in London.
Protests outside PM's office over dolphin deaths
At least 15 Hector's dolphins have been killed from fishing activity since Christopher Luxon became Prime Minister almost a year ago, a protest group says.
'Stop gambling with our water': Council asked to oppose controversial gold mine
A group of Golden Bay residents claim a possible gold mine at Sams Creek would endanger the area's water.
Critter of the Week: black-headed jumping spider
Looking for a spider to fall in love with? Well, this week's critter is a real head-turner. The endemic black-headed jumping spider, Trite planiceps, loves dancing, hunting and snuggling up in a cozy… Audio
Alpine guide turns weed-buster to clear Christchurch cliffs
John Entwisle, 79, can be found abseiling Barnett Park in a bid to help regenerating bush. Audio
In celebration of the moon
Auckland Stardome's resident astronomer and astrophotographer Josh Aoraki joins Emile Donovan to discuss International Observe the Moon Night. Audio
SpaceX-Polaris crew poised to attempt first private spacewalk
A group of private astronauts is set to carry out the first private spacewalk in orbit on Thursday from a SpaceX capsule.
79 year old spends months weeding to help regenerating bush
79 year old John Entwisle, who is a retired professional alpine guide has spent months weeding the bluffs in Redcliffs Barnett Park to help regenerating bush, he spoke to Lisa Owen. Audio
Environmental group challenges forestry claims
Gisborne forestry firms are claiming economic strain from tight regulations, but environmentalists say the forestry industry needs to look at its own failings.
Examining cycles of life, death and rebirth
Nick Golledge is professor of glaciology at Victoria University of Wellington and author of the book Feedback looking at the history of the earth through constant, incremental change. Audio
Potentially invasive seaweed discovered in Northland
It was first spotted at Tamaterau, in Whangārei Harbour.
Our Changing World – The time of terahertz
This week, we’re hanging out in the terahertz area of the light spectrum! Sandwiched between infrared light and microwaves, terahertz has been the long-forgotten cousin of the light family. But no… Audio
Decision time on Auckland's shorelines
Auckland Council is developing Shoreline Adaption Plans covering 3,200 kilometres of coastline, as our shores are battered by wilder weather. Audio
Sewage doesn't put MP off swimming in Wellington Harbour
Asked if he would swim in the harbour if there was sewage, Greg O'Connor said: "Yeah, I do." But Chris Hipkins said he "probably" would not.
How you can use the past to navigate the present
Think historically, act with the future in mind. Audio
'There's coal and there's coal' - Climate Minister defends opening up for mining
"The coal we produce in New Zealand, in the South Island, isn't used to be burned at Huntly - it's used to put in your mobile phone that's right in front of you," Simon Watts says.
Gabrielle the 'new benchmark' for future storms in New Zealand - researcher
A new study found climate change increased the amount of rain that fell during Cyclone Gabrielle by 10 percent, compared to pre-global warming.
Creating a year-round garden at no cost
You may have heard of permaculture, how about hugelkultur? What actually are they and can they help you grow your own food without spending any money? Katy Gosset gets the answers at a community… Audio
How a man's brain changes when they have kids
Parents don't just change their children; children change their parents. Becoming a father results in changes in men's brains says Dr Darby Saxbe, the Founder of the Center for the Changing Family at… Audio
The Wellington Girls College student competing for a massive science prize
Tali Whiteridge is a year 12 Wellington Girls College student who has just made it into the semi finals of the global Breakthrough Junior Challenge. It's a science competition for students aged 13 to… Audio
