Expert Reactions

Questioning the concept of a ‘wood-wide-web’ – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions | Published: 17 February 202317 February 2023

That trees can “talk” to each other through underground fungal networks is a notion that’s gained traction in recent years, […]

Is NZ’s conservation strategy unbalanced? – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions | Published: 17 February 202307 December 2023

Controlling stoats, rats, and possums is a cornerstone of NZ conservation, but are we overlooking deer, goats, and more? In a new […]

Building back better after Cyclone Gabrielle – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions | Published: 16 February 202301 June 2023

Cyclone Gabrielle has washed out utilities, swamped roads, and claimed at least six bridges across the east coast and Hawke’s Bay. With […]

Forestry slash to be reviewed after repeated flood destruction – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions | Published: 16 February 202317 February 2023

Cyclone Gabrielle washed out woody debris on the east coast, which has piled up against bridges and across roads. The […]

How to get the most out of limited reception – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions | Published: 16 February 202316 February 2023

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 […]

Measles case confirmed in Auckland – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions | Published: 14 February 2023

New Zealand’s first measles diagnosis since 2019 was announced last night – an Aucklander infected overseas. Though now isolating at home, the person […]