Scientists are frustrated with the International Whaling Commission over the lack of science in Japan’s scientific whaling programme, and are […]
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Proposed changes to NZ marine protection – Expert reaction
New types of marine reserves and community decision-making feature in legislation overhauling the protection of New Zealand’s marine life. The Government […]
Continue readingMarine Protected Area definition too loose – Expert reaction
Countries should move away from establishing ‘Marine Protected Areas’ (MPAs) with varying limits on fishing activity and focus on clear […]
Continue readingProtecting the Maui’s dolphin in Auckland
Writing for Fairfax’s Auckland Now, reporter Delwyn Dickey examines the science and politics of protecting the Maui’s dolphin. An excerpt […]
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An international group of scientists met in Auckland this weekend for the inaugural Marine Conservation Think Tank to develop a […]
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Antarctic fishing slips under the radar – Editorial
An editorial in this week’s Waikato Times highlights the issue of commercial fisheries in the Antarctic. The topic was also […]
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