Science
Sounds of science - a new Our Changing World theme
Our brand-new 2019 opening theme is made from 20 eclectic sounds of science & nature that have featured on Our Changing World, ranging from birds to robots. Audio
Sounds of science - a new Our Changing World theme
Our brand-new 2019 opening theme is made from 20 eclectic sounds of science & nature that have featured on Our Changing World, ranging from birds to robots.
AudioEarth's tilt may speed up global warming - study
Scientists are urging for a reduction in emissions after a new study found the tilt of the Earth could exacerbate the melting of the Antarctic ice sheets.
“Killing: such an ugly word, isn’t it?” – but four experts say it’s not only a good thing, but essential
Kim Hill explores the scientific and ethical dilemmas posed by the current campaign for the eradication of pests such as the possum from New Zealand by 2050 with a panel of experts including… Audio
First 360-degree image of the far side of the Moon released
The first images of the far side of the Moon taken from China's Chang'e 4 probe have been released.
Mysterious radio signals from deep space detected
The exact origin of the 13 fast radio bursts detected is unknown, but there are a number of theories about what could be causing them. Video
NASA satellite launch from Mahia Peninsula breaks ground
Rocket Lab launched 13 NASA satellites into orbit from Mahia Peninsula in the Hawke's Bay last month.The launch broke new ground for the company, being the first time a private company had provided a… Audio
Woof Woof the talking tui
Woof Woof the talking tui inspired University of Otago student Joel Zwartz to find out how birds and people talk. Audio
Woof Woof the talking tui
Woof Woof the talking tui inspired University of Otago student Joel Zwartz to find out how birds and people talk.
AudioYouth Observatory
Over the summer we're talking to young leaders in their field. Today it's the turn of Sir Peter Blake Trust ambassador Emily Gordon who describes herself as an atmospheric physics nerd who has a… Audio
Citizen Science
Dr Cynthia Winkworth works in the zoology department at Otago University, and she's just embarked on a project, along with some local schools, to study how an unusual wee fellow called the peripatus… Audio
Conservation biologist says 1080 alternatives long way off
Conservation biologist Associated Professor James Russell discusses the use of 1080. Audio
Climate change impacts on NIWA expedition to Antarctica
A scientific expedition to Antarctica is expected to explore new parts of the Ross Sea this month - but there are positives and negatives to the increased access.
New night sky sanctuary tipped to shine a spotlight on Stewart Island
A boon for the island's economy is being predicted after it was recently accredited as an official Dark Sky Sanctuary.
Direct satellite hit may have seen Russians caught behind
The commentators for the cricket match between the Black Caps and Sri Lanka were among those who thought the fireballs that zoomed through the night sky were a meteor shower.
NASA releases first image from historic flyby of Ultima Thule
The first detailed picture from the historic flyby in the outer Solar System is released.
Busy birds
Kākāpō breeding action really kicked off on Christmas Eve and in episode 3 of the Kākāpō Files we discover it is in full swing. Audio
Busy birds
Kākāpō breeding action really kicked off on Christmas Eve and in episode 3 of the Kākāpō Files we discover it is in full swing.
AudioNASA's New Horizons ready for historic flyby
The most distant flyby by a space probe is set to happen tomorrow. Here is everything you need to know about it.
10-billion dollar telescope launch
March 2021 is that latest E T A for the launch of the 10-billion dollar replacement of the Hubble Telescope, designed to answer burning questions about the distant and mysterious universe. The James… Audio
