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The 'science donut' across the ditch
Scientists at the Australian Synchrotron use intense beams of light to answer research questions
Invasive marine pest found in Otago, calls for boaties to remain vigilant
NIWA divers found evidence of Mediterranean fanworm during a routine pest survey at the multi-purpose wharf in Port Chalmers last week.
Minister wants to roll back 'unworkable' forestry rules
The government is proposing to roll back the ability of councils to introduce their own tougher rules for forestry.
Recycling vs downcycling
Earlier this week, Jesse spoke to an organisation called Tyrewise about a new tyre recycling scheme that began operating this month. Well, following that interview we heard from several people who… Audio
Just how 'dolphin friendly' is your tin of tuna?
Analysis: Labelling on many seafood products sold in New Zealand is so vague it may serve as greenwashing, writes Kathryn Bradbury.
Using devices in bed detrimental to sleep: Study
A new study on the sleeping habits of adolescents says using devices in bed is more detrimental to youth sleep than screen time before bed. Lead author of the Otago University study Dr Bradley Brosnan… Audio
Risk of carbon credits going on scrap heap after auction fails to attract any bidders
No bidders turned up to the third auction of carbon credits of the year.
Stories from Our Changing World
Claire Concannon visits the Australian synchrotron in Melbourne where intense beams of x-ray light are created for use in science, including some New Zealand research. Audio
Australia's Giant Sea Scorpion
Australia is home to some of the deadliest creatures in the world, but it could be worse! Recently, they've discovered a giant sea scorpion which used to stalk the waters... Dr Patrick Smith - a… Audio
The New Sex Gene?
The Y chromosome is in decline and there have been fears that humans could become extinct unless we evolve a new sex gene. But in positive news for all of us Japanese researchers have discovered that… Audio
Kiwi actually an Australian immigrant, experts say
Some species long thought to be native to New Zealand are actually Australian immigrants, new research has found. Audio
Winter 2024 was the third-warmest on record
Five of New Zealand's six warmest winters have occurred since 2020.
Species thought to be native to NZ arrived from Australia
New research has found some species long thought to be native to New Zealand - including kiwi, takahe and moa - actually arrived from Australia just a few million years ago. Canterbury Museum's Senior… Audio
Is New Zealand's immigration 'set up' to take in climate migrants from the Pacific?
It's predicted 50,000 Pasifika people could lose their homes each year due to climate change. In the last decade, one in 10 people from Kiribati, Nauru and Tuvalu have already migrated due to…
How to catch a possum with... mayonnaise
Possums "crave" the "delicious, high-calorie" bait.
Kimchi under threat from climate change
Scientists, farmers and manufacturers say the quality and quantity is suffering due to rising temperatures.
When does spring actually start? And what's in store?
Does spring begin on the first day of September? Or does it start on September 23 - the perfect middle point between the winter and summer equinox? Audio
Tyres Make The World Go Round
6.5 million tyres reach their end of life in New Zealand every year, but this month our first national tyre recycling scheme kicks into gear. Audio
'Perfect storm': The impact of drought in Hurunui district
Farmers and community leaders in North Canterbury tell RNZ about the ongoing drought, tough economic conditions and how the locals have been supporting each other.
New pāua species found off remote NZ islands
'The pāua that clings to the sea': A new species of abalone found only in waters off Three Kings Islands/Manawatāwhi.
