Daniel Walker, Author at Science Media Centre

Australia’s teen social media ban takes effect – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions | Published: 08 December 202509 December 2025

Under-16s across Australia will not be allowed on social media platforms, starting on Wednesday. The European Parliament passed a similar […]

Roadside drug testing starts in Wellington region this month – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions | Published: 05 December 2025

From mid-December, police will begin testing drivers for THC (cannabis), meth, MDMA (ecstasy) and cocaine. Drivers who test positive will be banned […]

Shipping and aviation emissions excluded from NZ’s climate targets – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions | Published: 04 December 2025

The Government has decided to not include international shipping and aviation emissions in our 2050 target, going against the Climate Change Commission’s recommendations. Today’s […]

WHO recommends Ozempic-style weight loss drugs for obesity – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions | Published: 02 December 202505 December 2025

GLP-1 medications may be used to manage obesity, according to new guidelines released by the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO […]

Government halts new puberty blocker prescriptions – Expert Reaction

Expert Reactions | Published: 21 November 202525 November 2025

The government is halting new puberty blocker prescriptions for youth with gender dysphoria. From 19 December, new regulations under the Medicines Act […]