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A round-up of comment from experts on breaking stories and ongoing issues in science and technology.
Seabed mining around Aotearoa – Expert Q&A
A select committee will consider the risks and benefits of seabed mining in New Zealand waters. The effects of mining on ocean […]
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Cyclone Gabrielle slash and land-use inquiry – Expert Reaction
A report has been presented to the government around the devastation caused by tonnes of forestry slash and silt during Cyclone […]
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Torrential downpours flood North Island – Expert Reaction
Roads are closed due to flooding and slips overnight, as a deluge battered Auckland and areas of Gisborne and the Bay of […]
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Extreme content becoming embedded in NZ online disinformation groups – Expert Reaction
A new report documents the online spread of disinformation and anti-transgender hate in New Zealand during March-April 2023. The non-peer-reviewed […]
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Taking the burden off hospitals this winter – Expert Reaction
Telehealth, pharmacy consultations, and remote patient monitoring are among proposals from Te Whatu Ora Health NZ’s to reduce the strain […]
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Pacific turnout concerns as Census deadline looms – Expert Reaction
More than a quarter of Pacific people in Aotearoa are yet to complete the Census, according to Stats NZ. The overall […]
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Australia bans non-prescription vaping – Expert Reaction
Vapes with flavours and bright colours will be restricted, and non-prescription vape imports will be more tightly controlled in Australia. The […]
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Genetic discrimination in New Zealand – Expert Reaction
Health professionals want government regulations to protect New Zealanders from genetic discrimination by insurance companies, according to a new survey. […]
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Most new Type 2 diabetes cases attributable to diet – Expert Reaction
Seven out of 10 new cases of Type 2 diabetes globally are attributable to a “suboptimal diet”, according to new […]
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