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Who teaches our teachers?
Are our teachers getting the best education, before getting in front of the classroom? A new report by the think tank The New Zealand Initiative says the current university model of teacher education… Audio
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The Great Ireland vs New Zealand Bird-off: Part 2
The Great Ireland vs. New Zealand Bird-off returns for part 2 to decide once and for all which island nation boasts the best birds. Our avian aficionados return to argue their case in front of judge… Audio
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The Great Ireland vs New Zealand Bird-off: Part 2
The Great Ireland vs. New Zealand Bird-off returns for part 2 to decide once and for all which island nation boasts the best birds. Our avian aficionados return to argue their case in front of judge…
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Quantum research centre to get $12 million funding boost
Te Whai Ao - The Dodds-Wall Centre will receive $12 million over the next five years to allow Aotearoa to be part of the quantum revolution.
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Our Changing World – Feathers will fly: Bird-off part 2
It's time to ruffle some feathers: Our avian aficionados are back for part 2 of the Great Ireland vs. New Zealand Bird-off. Claire Concannon judges two bird nerds' top selections across multiple… Audio
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Bookmarks with Dr Julie Blommaert
For Bookmarks today we meet Dr Julie Blommaert, a genetic scientist working with snapper so the species can survive for future generations to enjoy. She talks to Jesse about what she likes to read… Audio
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Pacific nations 'acting to stay in line with China' over Fukushima wastewater issue - analyst
Some Pacific Island nations who oppose Japan's Fukushima treated nuclear wastewater release are "acting to stay in line with China", a former US intelligence expert says. Audio
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Regional labour schemes causing issues for Pacific healthcare
Pacific labour mobility schemes are being blamed for making it easier for nurses to leave their countries and take up employment opportunities as aged care workers in New Zealand and Australia. Audio
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Plant based cheese development
Dr Debashree Roy recently won the Falling Walls Lab Aotearoa New Zealand competition for their innovative, patented technology for making protein-enriched plant-based cheeses. She speaks to Jesse. Audio
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Young inventors addressing inequalities in NZ
From a urine testing kit for elite athletes, to a washer-dryer that requires no electricity ; and a specialised face shield to protect doctors from radiation. We meet three young inventors, finalists… Audio
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Nasa finds tantalising sign of possible life on faraway world
Nasa's James Webb Space Telescope may have discovered tentative evidence of a sign of life on a faraway planet.
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Access to dental services, more teachers: Ruatoria on the election
Touring the East Cape to find out what's on people's minds pre-election; in Ruatoria it's better access to dental services and more teachers. Audio
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HPV self-testing rolls out across New Zealand
A home test to detect HPV - the human papilloma virus - is being rolled out this week in New Zealand. Researcher Dr Kendall Stevenson, from Te Tatai hauora o Hine - the National Centre for Women's… Audio
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Pacific news in brief for September 12
A round-up of news in brief from around the region.
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The mystery origins of the COVID-19 virus, an ongoing search
The pandemic is officially over, but the virus that causes COVID-19 is not done with us yet. To keep up with treatments and public health policies, we need to understand the source of it says author… Audio
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How cloud storage will help in future disasters
Scientists working in future disasters will have faster, easier access to past datasets, as Toitū Te Whenua Land Information New Zealand (LINZ) moves towards cloud storage.
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Pacific states 'bowing to China' over Fukushima issue
Former consultant to US government security agencies, Paul Buchanan, says Fukushima issue is more of a geopolitical and diplomatic problem than a scientific one. Audio
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Pacific news in brief for September 11
A round-up of Pacific news in brief from around the region.
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Biden denies Cold War with China during historic Vietnam visit
US President Joe Biden has denied that the US is attempting to stem China's international influence.
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Asbestos found on Waimakariri river bank
Environment Canterbury has issued a warning after materials containing asbestos were discovered in an old dump site in the Waimakariri River Regional Park, on the north bank.
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Dairy NZ working with researchers to improve water quality
As part of an Our Land and Water study to analyse historical data, DairyNZ's water quality science team, in collaboration with AgResearch and Lincoln University, has revisited dairy farms around the… Audio
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How to get salmon out of hot water
Scientists are looking for ways to adapt salmon fisheries for climate change. In this episode we talk to UK-born Dr Jane Symonds about how to save the industry from mass fish die-offs. Produced by… Audio
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How to get salmon out of hot water
Scientists are looking for ways to adapt salmon fisheries for climate change. In this episode we talk to UK-born Dr Jane Symonds about how to save the industry from mass fish die-offs. Produced by…
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If a robot causes an accident, who is to blame? – Toby Walsh
Audio 10 Sep 2023The world of AI has leapt into focus recently, fuelled by interest in ChatGPT. Prof. Toby Walsh talks to Toby Manhire about its future, in a highlight from the 2023 Auckland Writers Festival. Audio
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Greens lay out plan to protect a third of the ocean
The Green Party says it will set a legally binding target to protect 30 percent of the ocean by 2030 - and lobby to get the Oceans and Fisheries ministerial role to make it happen.
