New Zealand-led research shows the Oxford-AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine is associated with a small increased risk of a rare bleeding disorder. However, […]
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A round-up of comment from experts on breaking stories and ongoing issues in science and technology.
Climate Commission’s final advice calls for step-up on climate action – Expert Reaction
Progress is underway to shift towards a low-carbon future – but more action is urgently required, the Climate Commission says […]
Continue readingKiwi ingenuity in the future of food – Expert Reaction
How can New Zealand help to feed a growing global population, in a way that is healthy for people and […]
Continue readingThree Waters reform could cost $185 billion – Expert Reaction
New independent analysis and modelling predicts up to $185 billion is required in the next 30 years to upgrade our drinking water, stormwater, and […]
Continue readingWhy did Canterbury flood? – Expert Reaction
As the rains ease and river levels drop, residents are still cut off by damage to roads and bridges, and […]
Continue readingCanterbury flooded during ‘code red’ storm – Expert Reaction
The Canterbury region is being hit hard by heavy rain and rising floodwaters. Canterbury Civil Defence has warned of further […]
Continue readingEvacuating Auckland when a volcano threatens eruption – Expert Reaction
Scientists have modelled how long it could take people to safely evacuate Auckland with advance warning of a volcano eruption. […]
Continue readingAuckland scientists to lead largest-ever vaccine monitoring study – Expert Reaction
A global collaboration helmed in New Zealand will help assess the safety of COVID-19 vaccines on a massive scale. The Global Vaccine […]
Continue readingNZ exporting more sugary drinks to Pacific Islands – Expert Reaction
New Zealand-based companies are earning more from increased exports of sugary drinks to the Pacific, while Kiwi taxpayers are helping […]
Continue readingBudget 2021 – Expert Reaction
The government is increasing benefits, overhauling the health system, and funding green technologies in its latest Wellbeing Budget. Money is […]
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