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Auckland’s volcanic past: temperamental and unpredictable – In the News
Auckland’s volcanic past has been punctuated by periods of heightened activity and thousands of years of silence, according to two […]
Continue readingParis as a model for Auckland? – In the News
The French capital is styling itself as a leader in modern ways to fight climate change and become more resilient. […]
Continue readingAn eye on natural hazards – In the News
While researchers find out more about the risks and behaviours of volcanoes and earthquakes, a leading disaster risk reduction expert […]
Continue readingTyphoid outbreak in Auckland – In the News
An outbreak of typhoid in Auckland has sent at least ten people to hospital, with officials working to confirm another […]
Continue readingFlushing out Auckland’s drug use – In the News
Methamphetamine is the most commonly detected illegal drug in Auckland, according to a study that examined drugs flushed into the wastewater. […]
Continue readingWhat would happen if a volcano erupted in Auckland? – In the News
It’s no secret that Auckland sits on a large volcanic field, but new research has modelled what would happen if […]
Continue readingWaikato proposes new medical school – In the News
A third medical school, based in Waikato, has been proposed as a joint initiative between the University of Waikato and […]
Continue readingSugar, diet and obesity – In the News
Kiwi scientists have been featured prominently in the media over the weekend discussing healthy diets and the role of sugar […]
Continue readingWeed killer found in Auckland’s water supply lakes
Traces of the weed killer metsulfuron-methyl were detected in dams that supply 20 per cent of Auckland’s water, causing them to be closed from May […]
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