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A budget for our times
Education, Learning & Training

A budget for our times

New Zealand’s wage subsidy extension and infrastructure spending are meant to blunt soaring unemployment as the economy heads into recession.

By Staff Writer • 13 min read • Fri, 15th May 2020
Scientists discover plastic-eating caterpillar
Clean technologies

Scientists discover plastic-eating caterpillar

A waxworm’s gut microbes could help scientists devise ways to break down polyethylene, offering a possible route to curb mounting plastic pollution.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 8th Mar 2020
Is tourism destroying New Zealand?
University of Canterbury

Is tourism destroying New Zealand?

Rising visitor numbers are putting New Zealand’s lakes, tracks and towns under strain, with a watchdog warning current policy will not curb damage.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 10th Jan 2020
The state of New Zealand’s marine environment is worse than we thought
Conservation

The state of New Zealand’s marine environment is worse than we thought

Marine ecosystems face mounting pressure as pollution, fishing and warming seas threaten species, habitats and coastal communities.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2019
Westpower hydro scheme decision highlights issues
Power / Energy

Westpower hydro scheme decision highlights issues

The cancelled Waitaha project exposes how uncertain consents can waste years and millions for regional developers and renewables alike.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2019
Science and common sense are the only way forward
Sustainability

Science and common sense are the only way forward

Pragmatic solutions are needed to cut waste, trim compliance costs and keep safety goals intact as prescriptive rules prove too rigid.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 12th Jul 2019
Bluetooth-enabled traps could spell the end for NZ's pests
Bluetooth

Bluetooth-enabled traps could spell the end for NZ's pests

A Wellington conservation tech company has come up with a way of using Bluetooth to help capture pests like rats and stoats.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Dec 2018
PhD student's wildlife-monitoring drone wins award
Drones

PhD student's wildlife-monitoring drone wins award

A Massey University PhD student's innovative drone for monitoring New Zealand's endangered yellow-eyed penguins has won the Innovate 2018 competition.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Dec 2018
Economy growing faster than greenhouse gases
Sustainability

Economy growing faster than greenhouse gases

A new Statistics New Zealand report says natural resources remain central to growth, even as gaps in ecosystem data limit the picture.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Mar 2018
Kiwi innovations take centre stage
Wearables

Kiwi innovations take centre stage

Public voting is open as finalists for New Zealand’s innovation awards include solar-powered cow collars, quiet drones and Te Reo Maori smartphones.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 19th Sep 2017
Conservation innovation winner DroneCounts takes wildlife tracking to the next level
Drones

Conservation innovation winner DroneCounts takes wildlife tracking to the next level

DroneCounts' innovative GPS tracking revolutionises conservation efforts, winning the WWF NZ accolade for tackling species decline.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Aug 2017
Palmerston North green grabs local government gold
Sustainability

Palmerston North green grabs local government gold

Native bird numbers and water quality have improved in Palmerston North after a 16-year community planting effort won national recognition.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 31st Jul 2017
Groundbreaking Freshwater Rescue Plan launched
Sustainability

Groundbreaking Freshwater Rescue Plan launched

New Zealand’s rivers and lakes could see stricter protection, with campaigners urging the next government to curb irrigation subsidies and cow numbers.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 8th Jun 2017
Tourism infrastructure package draws mixed response
Sustainability

Tourism infrastructure package draws mixed response

Councils and environmentalists say the money will help, but warn it still falls short of the infrastructure needed for booming visitor numbers.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 12th May 2017

Global Stories

Conservation stories

Commvault joins Business Avengers for sustainable development
Clean technologies

Commvault joins Business Avengers for sustainable development

Commvault has joined the Business Avengers, a coalition of 17 global companies, to champion SDG 12 on Responsible Consumption and Production.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2019
Aruba and Taronga Zoo partnership to transform visitor experiences
Network Infrastructure

Aruba and Taronga Zoo partnership to transform visitor experiences

Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, has partnered with Taronga Zoo to deliver networking solutions and transform the visitor experience.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2019
New app launches to protect our oceans
Clean technologies

New app launches to protect our oceans

OceansCam, a new app aimed at ocean conservation, allows users to share positive experiences and concerns, earning rewards to support The Lewis Pugh Foundation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2019
Heat-seeking drones can save the dolphins
Drones

Heat-seeking drones can save the dolphins

One study has demonstrated how modern tech can be used to reduce the costs and environmental impact of conservation efforts.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Oct 2018