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Farmers advised to do their homework on impact of La Niña events
A climate change scientist is urging farmers to plan for the long term with more adverse weather cycles front of mind.
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WeatherWatch warns NIWA/MetService rivalry dangerous
Independent forecaster, Philip Duncan of WeatherWatch, is warning the rivalry between MetService and NIWA is dangerous and needs sorting out.
The Government is reviewing the relationship amid a… Audio
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The science of snow
Podcast episode — 26 July 2023Are all snowflakes really unique? What makes some snow better for skiing? And what's the difference between snow and hail? Join Alison Ballance and Katy Gosset as they hit the slopes of Mt Ruapehu and discover a science wonderland of snow.
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The science of snow
Are all snowflakes really unique? What makes some snow better for skiing? And what's the difference between snow and hail? Join Alison Ballance and Katy Gosset as they hit the slopes of Mt Ruapehu and… Audio
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The science of snow
Are all snowflakes really unique? What makes some snow better for skiing? And what's the difference between snow and hail? Join Alison Ballance and Katy Gosset as they hit the slopes of Mt Ruapehu and…
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New Zealand needs ministry of the ocean to oversee its marine policy
Analysis - The recent failure of the proposed Kermadec ocean sanctuary is a striking reminder of the need for leadership around New Zealand's ocean policies.
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Collagen supplements: Can you eat yourself pretty?
Every wellness influencer from the Kardashians on down has their favourite collagen potion to push - but do they work?
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Climate extremes make NZ's supply chains highly vulnerable - it's time to rethink how we grow and ship food
Opinion - Increasingly noticeable gaps on grocery shelves are being caused by disruption to food supply chains by natural disasters and the impact of climate change, Alan Renwick writes.
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Government to review weather forecasting systems
The government has announced it will review weather forecasting, potentially shaking up a long-running rivalry between MetService and NIWA.
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Our Changing World - The science of snow
Winter is here and that means snowy mountaintops, skiing and avalanche season. Join us as we hit the slopes and find out the fascinating science behind snow. Audio
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'Messing with the land' - Human activity a 'dominant factor' in Marlborough Sounds slips
Following the severe flooding in Marlborough in July 2021 and August 2022, the distribution of landslides across the Marlborough Sounds was mapped and damage assessed.
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Science: Atlantic current shutdown, less polluting engines
Science commentator Laurie Winkless joins Kathryn to talk about research suggesting a key system of ocean currents could collapse in the next 25 years, plus cookware from 2000 years ago. Audio
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Music with Kirsten Zemke: Vintage vocal harmony
Music commentator Kirsten Zemke joins Kathryn to talk about the popularity of vocal harmony in the 50s and 60s. Audio
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China replaces foreign minister Qin after mysterious absence
China named veteran diplomat Wang Yi its new foreign minister, removing former rising star Qin Gang after a mysterious one-month absence from duties barely half a year into the job.
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Past and Future use of Harakeke
Audio 25 Jul 2023Harakeke or flax was a vital resource for Maori after arriving in New Zealand. And the natural fibre is still being used in modern innovation today. Tuhura Otago Museum's latest travelling science… Audio
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July heat near impossible without climate change
Scientists say the heatwaves seen in Europe, the US and China in July are no longer unusual.
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Antarctic researchers descend on Christchurch for conferences
Urgent research is needed to address critical issues related to Antarctica, a chief scientific advisor says.
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'The people of this country were never asked' - Winston Peters
The leader of New Zealand First is claiming that there has been unmandated change during the last parliamentary term. Audio
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National promises changes on GE laws - which sectors might move first in response?
National is promising to change the longstanding GE laws if it becomes the government, so which sectors might move first in response? Audio
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Antman
Marvel's Antman can shrink down to the size of an ant but still pack the punch of Mike Tyson. The McDiarmid Institute's Dr Mike Price discusses the difficulties of making this a reality. Audio
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Expert feature: Dreams
Dreams are one of the great mysteries of human consciousness. Dr Rosie Gibson, a senior lecturer at Massey University's school of psychology is our expert today talking about the science of dreams! Audio
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A life-long dedication to NZ's wildlife
John Darby has quietly dedicated his life to science and wildlife conservation. He's a champion for the hoiho, the yellow eyed penguin, spending two decades supporting their conservation. Audio
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Survey shows NZ'ers wary over gene edited crops
New research shows consumers are still hesitant to support genetic modification and gene editing in New Zealand as the debate reenters the political agenda. Audio
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The Elephant in the Yoga Studio - Part 2
Yoga - when does appreciation become appropriation? In this two-part series, Voices talk to New Zealand practitioners about the commodification of ancient Indian practice. Audio
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The Elephant in the Yoga Studio - Part 2
Yoga - when does appreciation become appropriation? In this two-part series, Voices talk to New Zealand practitioners about the commodification of ancient Indian practice.
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