Homes, crops, and more in have been buried under fine sediment after Cyclone Gabrielle smashed through Esk Valley and other […]
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A round-up of comment from experts on breaking stories and ongoing issues in science and technology.
Omicron-specific vaccine approved for over-30s – Expert Reaction
Everyone in Aotearoa over 30 years old will be able to get the new Pfizer Covid-19 bivalent vaccine from the beginning […]
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Disaster fatigue as more rain forecast for cyclone-hit areas – Expert Reaction
Metservice says there is a possibility of heavy rain in some of the cyclone-impacted areas over the rest of the week, and further […]
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Moving to a circular bioeconomy – Expert Reaction
How can we reduce waste and pollution, and regenerate natural environments, while still keeping our economy running? Today Scion hosted a […]
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Questioning the concept of a ‘wood-wide-web’ – Expert Reaction
That trees can “talk” to each other through underground fungal networks is a notion that’s gained traction in recent years, […]
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Is NZ’s conservation strategy unbalanced? – Expert Reaction
Controlling stoats, rats, and possums is a cornerstone of NZ conservation, but are we overlooking deer, goats, and more? In a new […]
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Building back better after Cyclone Gabrielle – Expert Reaction
Cyclone Gabrielle has washed out utilities, swamped roads, and claimed at least six bridges across the east coast and Hawke’s Bay. With […]
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Forestry slash to be reviewed after repeated flood destruction – Expert Reaction
Cyclone Gabrielle washed out woody debris on the east coast, which has piled up against bridges and across roads. The […]
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How to get the most out of limited reception – Expert Reaction
Thousands remain without power, cellphone connection, or internet after the destruction of Cyclone Gabrielle. Transpower has warned that people should be prepared to be without […]
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Measles case confirmed in Auckland – Expert Reaction
New Zealand’s first measles diagnosis since 2019 was announced last night – an Aucklander infected overseas. Though now isolating at home, the person […]
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