Markets with MadisonBehind Rocket Lab’s 50th Launch: Realising Sir Peter Beck’s dream"As a kid in Invercargill, I wanted to work for Nasa." Instead, he built his own rocket.23 Jun 07:00 PM
WorldBoeing faults leave two astronauts stranded in orbitStarliner setback is delaying International Space Station crew returning to Earth.19 Jun 08:16 PM
New ZealandRocket Lab signs 10-launch deal with Japanese company'Japan’s space industry is one of the fastest growing globally': Beck.18 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessRocket Lab signs deal to get Japanese satellites into spaceData collected from Rocket Lab-launched satellites could enhance defence and security.18 Jun 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Blindsided': Kiwi parents may have lost millions after Nasa space camp firm collapseParents were pressured to pay the full amount up front in return for a 5 per cent saving.17 Jun 05:35 AM
New ZealandWhat NZ could tell us about life on MarsAotearoa's world-famous hot springs could help answer one of science’s biggest questions.15 Jun 11:18 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThree days in space were enough to change four astronauts’ bodies and mindsNew York Times: Space crew suffered temporary cognitive declines and genetic changes.14 Jun 01:10 AM
PremiumPremiumCapital markets reportPlacing a bet on space industryNZ's space industry will be spotlighted during Christopher Luxon's visit to Japan.12 Jun 04:59 PM
BusinessRocket Lab lands $41 million in Chips Act fundingMoney will double production, create 100 jobs.11 Jun 10:10 PM
WorldAstronaut behind iconic 'Earthrise' photo killed in plane crashWilliam Anders took the iconic 'Earthrise' photo showing Earth as a blue marble from space08 Jun 04:14 AM
TelecommunicationsGood news for One NZ: Starship makes first return to Earth without explodingFourth time lucky.06 Jun 08:03 PM
New ZealandBack to business for King's Birthday Honours 2024A change in Government has meant a clear shift in focus for the 2024 list.02 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldBoeing’s first astronaut flight called off at the last minute in latest setbackLast-minute computer trouble nixed a launch attempt for Boeing's first astronaut flight.02 Jun 02:25 AM
WorldChinese spacecraft lands on far side of the MoonChinese spacecraft lands on the Moon’s far side to collect rocks in growing US space race.02 Jun 02:02 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Don’t think this is accidental': Elon Musk dominates space launch. Rivals call foulNew York Times: New competitors say SpaceX is using tactics intended to squash them.31 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandRocket Lab sends Nasa polar satellite into spaceA climate change-focused mission from Mahia.26 May 03:19 AM
KahuCelebration for Māori as honours handed out in WellingtonMāori astronomer among award recipients.24 May 10:31 PM
New ZealandMaori high-tech awards handed out at Spark ArenaDrone company takes award for top Māori company.24 May 11:00 AM
New ZealandWhat is the science behind the Aurora Australis?The skies have been lighting up with the Aurora Australis - but what causes it?12 May 09:48 PM
New ZealandElectricity prices, Wynyard ferry and Aurora lights | Focus Morning Bulletin May 13, 2024Consumers urged to ensure they’re getting the best deal on electricity, how a new ferry could save Wynyard Quarter and your chance to catch a glimpse of the aurora lights this weekWatch12 May 07:47 PM
BusinessSolar storm causes autopilot wobbles for Kiwi Tesla driversThere were broadband satellite and GPS satellite issues.12 May 05:28 AM
New Zealand'Lit up like fireworks': Aurora can be seen for the next few nightsThere was no shortage of places to view the aurora lights in Hawke's Bay.12 May 03:24 AM
New Zealand'Ecstatic' newlyweds in dazzling wedding photos with aurora night sky'It’s a dream come true.'11 May 08:22 PM
New ZealandStunning aurora lights up NZ skiesAn aurora australis danced across Aotearoa’s skies this morning to the delight of photographers nationwide. Video / WISP MediaWatch11 May 12:22 AM
WorldStrong solar storm could disrupt communicationsThe sun is producing strong solar flares and has hurled outbursts of plasma our way.10 May 11:18 PM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesRocket Lab Neutron launch delay ‘irrelevant’ in grand scheme of space, Beck saysRevenue is up as the company's ambitious launchpad plans advance.06 May 11:50 PM
AirlinesBoeing on verge of launching astronauts aboard new capsuleThe move is the first flight of Boeing’s Starliner capsule with a crew on board.05 May 02:00 AM
WorldChinese probe to explore dark side of the moonSamples could provide insights into differences between the moon's two sides.03 May 05:25 AM
New ZealandA quarter of a century of pictures that are out of this worldThe Earth Observatory has delivered a different perspective on the Earth since 1999.03 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandRocket Lab’s PREFIRE mission to track polar heat for climate studyRocket Lab's next mission, 'Ready, Aim, PREFIRE', is set for launch on or after May 2201 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Strange glare': Security guard spots meteorA glare lit up on his camera footage.29 Apr 10:22 PM
BusinessRocket Lab wins $53m US military 'hot-deploy' contractKiwi-American firm's pipeline increasingly dominated by US military work.11 Apr 08:57 PM
WorldWatch: Balls-up! Awkward moment TV host cuts to X-rated video during solar eclipse'This last video is from a fan.'10 Apr 07:46 PM
New ZealandTotal solar eclipse: Dunedin, Queenstown best spots to observe rare event in 2028The eclipse’s path of totality is a narrow area but southern New Zealand is included.09 Apr 02:44 AM