Science
Meatball Magic
Meatball is more than just a cat - he's an icon in the RNZ Auckland office. Corey and Ellie get to the bottom of it. Audio
So you think you know Sumeria? Kids and their clothes
Assyirologist David Hilder joins Ellie once again to break down what life might have been like for kids in ancient Mesopotamia. Audio
Pivotal role of Chief Science Advisor to be filled 'shortly' - Reti
A sector boss says she fears the ongoing vacancy shows the government does not prioritise science. Audio
Talking tinnitus with senior clinical audiologist Duncan Hann
Duncan Hann used to actually suffer from tinnitus - a persistent ringing in the ears - while playing in bands, which eventually led to a master's thesis in tinnitus. Audio
Is there any truth to the 'five-second rule'?
What doctors say about eating food after you've dropped it.
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 24 January 2025
On today's episode, the group advising the government on overhauling the science sector is pleased most of its recommendations are being implemented, the government is setting up a new foreign… Audio
Scientists' association worries Crown Research Institutes reform will lead to more job cuts
The New Zealand Association of Scientists co-president says she does not want to see major job losses through the government's science reforms. Audio
Advisory group backs Crown Research Institutes merger, union raises concerns
While the committee is pleased with the changes, a union is calling for a guarantee no science roles will be lost.
Science Innovation and Technology Minister Judith Collins on changes to science sector
The group advising the government on overhauling the science sector is pleased most of its recommendations are being implemented. Key changes announced by Judith Collins include merging Crown Research… Audio
NZ Assoc of scientists on govt's changes to sector
The Science, Innovation and Technology Minister is calling the proposed changes to New Zealand's science system "the largest reset in 30 years". New Zealand Association of Scientists Dr Lucy Stewart… Audio
CRIs to be merged: Science sector revamp draws mixed reaction
The merging of the seven Crown Research Institutes has drawn criticism - but others are focused on how it will work.
Why New Zealand's coastline is being mapped - again
Data will be used to create 3D maps of parts of Aotearoa's constantly changing coastline.
Clinical psychologist Julia Rucklidge on bush bathing
Professor Julia Rucklidge, a clinical psychologist, is the Director of Te Puna Toiora, the Mental Health and Nutrition Research Lab at the University of Canterbury. On this episode of On The Couch… Audio
CRIs merging biggest reset of NZ's science system in 3 decades - Collins
NIWA, GNS, ESR and numerous other bodies are set to be pulled together.
Scientists head to Antarctica to study climate change impacts
Thirty-eight scientists and crew set sail for Antarctica last Tuesday on NIWA's research vessel Tangaroa. Co-leader of the trip Professor Craig Stevens spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio
Future of Crown Research Institutes to be revealed
A long-delayed report expected to overhaul the science sector is due to be released.
SS5 - OCW - Country Life Hinewai Reserve
Hugh Wilson, a renowned botanist and conservationist, had long held a dream of managing a bit of land where he could just "let nature re-assert herself". The 79-year-old has certainly found that in… Audio
Rocks from space: Who gets to keep them?
Every day, about 48.5 tonnes of space rock hurtle towards Earth.
Bioluminescence resembles blue 'LED lights in waves'
It may be visible again after providing a spectacular light show on Paraparaumu beach last night.
Last chance to see once-in-a-lifetime comet
It last passed nearby 180,000 years ago and the next few nights could be your last chance to ever see it as it drifts over New Zealand skies.
