New ZealandJust had Covid-19? This tricky variant was most likely behind itThe highly mutated JN.1 variant likely now makes up 80 per cent of NZ cases.27 Jan 09:32 PM
LifestyleHow alcohol and drugs affect your genesResearch is investigating how to counteract addiction’s effects.26 Jan 12:47 AM
New ZealandHidden wonders: What scientists just discovered beneath Lake RotoruaLakefloor survey reveals thousands of pockmarks, an ancient river and hydrothermal system.24 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhat lies beneath: Mapping Auckland’s incredible lava cavesResearchers are building an unprecedented picture of Auckland's underground wonders.23 Jan 10:21 PM
New ZealandHas NZ’s Covid-19 summer wave finally peaked yet?Modeller cautiously optimistic wave won't worsen as hundreds of hospitalisations reported.23 Jan 02:28 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy this month’s heat hasn’t been ‘just summer’.If it's felt uncomfortably, unusually hot - even for January - there's data to show why.22 Jan 11:46 PM
New ZealandScientists to study pod of 45 euthanised dolphins in Hawke’s BaySamples were important because not a lot was known about false killer whales, DOC says.22 Jan 07:30 AM
New ZealandLatest Covid wave 'disproportionately' hospitalising Pacific peoplePasifika being admitted to hospital at rates 50 per cent higher than among Europeans.16 Jan 03:53 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAnalysis: The four biggest questions about Covid-19 facing NZ in 2024Covid-19 claimed more than 1300 Kiwi lives in 2023. What does another year mean for NZ?14 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow sinking land is raising Wellington's sea level rise riskScientists have reconstructed nearly two centuries of sea level rise in Wellington region.13 Jan 11:20 PM
New ZealandHot El Nino summer causing more algal blooms in NZ's rivers, lakesSwimmers are urged to be on the lookout for potentially toxic algal blooms this summer.13 Jan 10:23 PM
LifestyleWhy are my muscles sore after exercise?Many believe lactic acid causes muscle soreness. This isn't true.12 Jan 01:07 AM
WorldAncient human DNA hints at why multiple sclerosis affects so manyStudy of ancient DNA hints at why Northern Europeans more prone to multiple sclerosis.11 Jan 02:07 AM
New Zealand‘Cooking with gas’: Forecasters surprised to find NZ in another marine heatwaveOn a day tipped to bring scorching temperatures, our seas are also running unusually warm.10 Jan 10:49 PM
KahuBiosensor to protect kaimoana for future generationsA tool that can detect damaging seafood toxins is expected to change aquaculture.10 Jan 05:32 PM
LifestyleWant to delay dementia? How drinking, early retirement could affect your brainDr Ginni Mansberg explains how you can stave off cognitive decline.09 Jan 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Astounding' - 2023 was NZ's second-hottest year on recordThe last three years have been New Zealand's warmest in recorded history, Niwa says.09 Jan 10:56 PM
New ZealandSummer Covid-19 wave likely to roll on for weeksSummer festivalgoers and organisers alike are being urged to be vigilant about Covid-19.09 Jan 04:18 AM
New ZealandSummer scorcher: Where temperatures could hit mid-30s this weekTemperatures could reach mid-30s in parts of NZ later this week, with humidity in the mix.08 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandBlame it on the Blob: Why ocean heatwaves are making for a messy El Niño summerA blob of warm ocean water is adding a decidedly different flavour to our El Nino summer.08 Jan 03:02 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandQuest for a vaccine to fight rheumatic fever - a disease that kills and maims hundreds of KiwisThe race to develop the world-first vaccine, and why it's so badly needed here.07 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSoil scientist Dr Megan Balks: 'If someone offers you a trip to Antarctica, you say yes'Dr Megan Balks is the latest recipient of the New Zealand Antarctic Medal.03 Jan 05:29 AM
TravelAir NZ pilot reveals real reason you must ‘return to your allocated seat’No, it's not so crew know where you are sitting in case of emergency.28 Dec 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSanta belly? Five things to know about holiday weight gainWorried about putting on some unwanted weight this Christmas? Here's what to know.28 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentChild star unrecognisable after quitting Hollywood, beginning new careerHe was the star of the memorable cake scene in Matilda. Now he's unrecognisable.27 Dec 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleFussy eaters: Why are your children choosing what's for dinner?Mealworm patties and lab-grown burgers? Hold my hemp milk, says Gen Alpha.27 Dec 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow climate change hit home in 2023: Four numbers that tell the storyClimate change truly knocked at our door in 2023, science reporter Jamie Morton explains.27 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFive things to know about super-spreading seaweed that can grow 3cm a dayA highly-invasive species is threatening our ecosystems. Here's how you can help stop it.25 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhat NZ's El Nino summer could reveal about great white sharks'There is a lot of unknown in the ocean,' shark expert Dr Riley Elliott says.24 Dec 03:00 PM
New ZealandGovt's freshwater reform sparks backlash from 50 experts, leadersFifty experts and leaders have urged Govt against reforms of national freshwater rules.17 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandClimate change: Parts of NZ could be getting hotter and drier more quickly than we thinkScientists think a heating, drying feedback loop seen elsewhere could be happening in NZ.17 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRapacious carnivores and gentle giants: Dinosaurs on display at Te PapaThe biggest dinosaur to ever exist is the star attraction at this new exhibition.17 Dec 06:35 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'The future potential is gone' - scientists fear for vital work amid huge job cutsUnending turmoil in our universities is heaping more strain on NZ's small science system.17 Dec 05:30 AM
