The Government has released the reports from the Interim Climate Change Committee, along with details on how it plans to […]
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A round-up of comment from experts on breaking stories and ongoing issues in science and technology.
Radiation in the Marshall Islands – Expert reaction
Radioactivity still persists in parts of the Marshall Islands from nuclear testing in the 1940s and 50s, according to new […]
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50 years since the Moon landing – Expert Reaction
July 21 (NZT) will mark 50 years since Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin set foot on the Moon. It was […]
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Funding councils’ climate adaptation – Expert Reaction
Central Government could do more to help councils deal with the growing threat of climate change, according to a new […]
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Microplastics on Auckland beaches – Expert Reaction
Microplastics were present in most samples collected across 29 Auckland beaches and waterways, according to a study from Scion. About […]
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Emissions across the economy – Expert Reaction
More cars on the road mean New Zealand’s household emissions continue to grow, while renewable energy expands and dairy takes a […]
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Dolphin protection plan – Expert Reaction
The Government has proposed plans to expand protection for Māui and Hector’s dolphins. A discussion document, released today, includes proposals […]
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Sugary drink interventions – what works? – Expert Reaction
Researchers are trialling lots of different ways to influence us to buy or drink fewer sugary drinks – but what […]
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Cameras on fishing boats – Expert Reaction
Commercial fishing vessels at greatest risk of encountering rare Māui dolphins will be required to operate with on-board cameras from […]
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Budget 2019: Wellbeing – Expert Reaction
The Government’s ‘Wellbeing Budget’ aims to tackle long-term challenges for New Zealand, including mental health, child poverty and homelessness. The […]
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