Environment
Critter of the Week: Seaweed isopod | weri moana
This week's critter is the seaweed isopod, Paridotea ungulata. Seaweed isopods are true masters of camouflage. Their bright green bodies blend perfectly with their favourite habitat (and food) - sea… Audio
Public wants fast rivers clean-up but farmers call for handbrake
Two months of talking to Taranaki people has exposed the split between the farming industry and the rest of the region over polluted rivers.
Hundreds of tar balls have surfaced on Sydney beaches. But what are they?
One of Sydney's most popular beaches came under the spotlight this week when hundreds of black balls mysteriously appeared along its shore.
Bird nest design in a changing climate
Claire Concannon learns about variations in bird nest design, and why some species may be better able to cope with rapid change.
Our Changing World: Bird nest design
Ever spied a bird nest out on a walk? Some are quite complex constructions, delicately woven and expertly lined to keep their eggs safe. This week, Claire Concannon learns about bird nest design and… Audio
Where have all the stick insects gone?
One of the country's top bug experts fears her favourite insect is running out of places to live. Audio
Manawanui recovery: Labour calls for clarity over options
It follows the navy saying they are committed to supporting the ship's removal, and the prime minister saying it's up to the insurers and the navy to work out.
Where are all the stick insects?
Just last week Jesse was asking: where have all the stick insects gone? Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 15 October 2024
On today's episode, Waikato hospital has told nurses to only speak English in clinical settings, Christopher Luxon reviews his year after the election, Team New Zealand are flying and just three wins… Audio
Dead whale remains floating off Moorea lagoon
The putrid remains have once again prompted a local warning to mariners and seafarers in the densely-populated area.
Seafood industry responds to concerns over ring-net fishing
The Seafood industry is calling for calm after concerns were raised over ring-net fishing being allowed in protected areas of the Hauraki Gulf. Audio
'Things can be done if we throw enough money at it' - salvage expert
A salvage expert says he expects it could take up to $40 million to clean up the Manawanui wreck. Audio
Tokomaru Bay's leaky landfill fix in line to be fast tracked
Repairs to Tokomaru Bay's leaking landfill are desperately needed, say the residents who head out to collect the rubbish it strews on their beaches during severe weather events. Local…
Manawanui sinking hurts Samoan tourism.
A tourism business operator in Samoa says food from a container on the sunken Manawanui has been polluting the water, attracting sharks to popular surf breaks. The New Zealand navy vessel sank off the… Audio
Air NZ says by 'nearly every overseas port' will require sustainable fuel - but not NZ
The government not joining the international trend to require airlines to replace some fossil fuel with sustainable fuel contributed to the carrier ditching its 2030 climate target, Air NZ says.
Hauraki Gulf Forum alarmed by fishing in protected areas
The Hauraki Gulf Forum is alarmed by the changes allowing commercial fishing in previously protected areas. Co-chair of the Forum, Nicola MacDonald spoke to Ingrid Hipikiss. Audio
New marine protection areas in Hauraki Gulf announced
Conservation Minister Tama Potaka has announced 19 new marine protection areas on the Hauraki Gulf, but says ring-net fishing will be allowed to continue. The Labour and Green parties say the changes… Audio
Divers to search wreck of sunken HMNZS Manawanui in Samoa
Divers will go into the water again this morning at the wreck of the sunken HMNZS Manawanui off the south coast of Upolu in Samoa. Its their eighth day at the wreck since the Manawanui ran aground on… Audio
Air NZ admits it won't meet emissions target by 2030
Air New Zealand is lamenting the fact it won't be able to reach its emissions target by the end of the decade after lobbying the government over sustainable fuel. The company says by 2030, nearly… Audio
Jeanine Clarkin: an artistic take on a seaweed pest
Artist and fashion designer Jeanine Clarkin who's transforming an invasive seaweed into something truly special. Audio
