Vulnerabilities in rural healthcare services were exposed when Cyclone Gabrielle tore through the North Island last month. In the aftermath […]
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A round-up of comment from experts on breaking stories and ongoing issues in science and technology.
Is avian influenza a threat to Aotearoa? – Expert Reaction
The current international outbreak of avian flu is decimating wild birds, causing havoc for chicken farmers, and has even spilled […]
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EPA proposes ban on PFAS in cosmetics – Expert Reaction
The Environmental Protection Authority is seeking feedback on its proposed changes to the Cosmetics Products Group Standards, which contain rules […]
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How the Black Summer bushfires depleted the ozone layer – Expert Reaction
The chemicals in bushfire smoke can enhance the activation of molecules that destroy ozone, according to new research. The findings […]
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A treaty for the high seas – Expert Reaction
After almost 20 years of talks, United Nations member states have agreed on a legal framework for parts of the […]
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Cyclone taskforce will tackle managed retreat – Expert Reaction
The Cyclone Gabrielle Recovery Taskforce will cover issues to do with managed retreat, including who pays for it – as […]
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Why is the census important? – Expert Reaction
Census day is coming up, so how does filling out a form help researchers gain a better picture of Aotearoa? […]
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The science of Fukushima’s treated nuclear wastewater – Expert Reaction
Japan has recently deferred plans to release more than one million tonnes of treated nuclear wastewater from the damaged Fukushima Daiichi nuclear […]
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Tonnes of sediment moved by floodwaters – Expert Reaction
Homes, crops, and more in have been buried under fine sediment after Cyclone Gabrielle smashed through Esk Valley and other […]
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Omicron-specific vaccine approved for over-30s – Expert Reaction
Everyone in Aotearoa over 30 years old will be able to get the new Pfizer Covid-19 bivalent vaccine from the beginning […]
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