Environment
AI-trained laser could aid against weed problem
A New Zealand plant biologist has come up with a laser that can kill targeted weeds using artificial intelligence. Audio
Seven million mussels to be placed in Hauraki Gulf
Seven million mussels will be placed in the Hauraki Gulf next week to help reverse decades-long damage. Ngati Manuhiri Settlement Trust Chief Executive Nicola MacDonald spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
NZ manufacturer of EV charges switches focus to Aus market
A New Zealand manufacturer of EV chargers is switching its focus to the Australian market, because of New Zealand's plunging EV sales. Climate Change Correspondent Eloise Gibson reports. Audio
Temperatures to plunge as polar blast heads towards NZ
A chilly polar blast is set to plunge New Zealand into the depths of winter next week. Forecaster John Law spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Chasing rats and other challenges - the life of a DOC biosecurity advisor in the Hauraki Gulf
Claire Warren is a biosecurity advisor for the Department of Conservation in the Hauraki Gulf - what exactly does that job entail? She talked with First Up's Jimmy Ellingham. Audio
A voyage of deep-sea discoveries
An expedition to the Bounty Trough off the Otago Coast uncovers a treasure trove of deep-sea creatures – including some species new to science. Veronika Meduna meets slimy fish, snails, and tiny… Audio
Marshallese women call for nuclear justice
Women continue to fight for justice, 70 years after the first nuclear tests by the US caused devastation on the people and environment of the Marshall Islands, Netani Rika writes.
The stories of people who have entwined their lives with trees
From golden larches in Greenland to a collection of more than 300 oaks in Southwest France - people come to collect trees for all sorts of reasons. Audio
How Waikato councils could save $338m over the next decade
A new report has found Waikato councils could save $338 million over the next decade if they joined together to deliver critical water infrastructure.
'Sleepwalking into a climate disaster': NIWA scientist's parting shot
NIWA has cut climate science to the bone and set New Zealand up to be worse prepared for future climate disasters, a former staffer says. Audio
Reality show contestants under fire for eating weka
The Department of Conservation has confirmed it has given a written warning to contestants on a reality TV show after they killed and ate a weka. Reporter Katie Fitzgerald spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
NZ less prepared for climate disasters due to NIWA cuts
NIWA has cut climate science to the bone and set New Zealand up to be worse prepared for future climate disasters. Political reporter Anneke Smith has more. Audio
Gardening with Jo McCarroll
This week NZ Gardener Magazine editor Jo McCarroll is along to demystify copper. There's an article in this month's edition of the magazine written by Nelson horticulturist Bill Brett. Jo shares with… Audio
No-planting regeneration brings life back to Wellington private reserve
A nature-knows-best approach is bringing birdsong back to a large block of protected private land in Wellington. Audio
Avian architectural skills
New research has shown just how adept birds are at adapting to their environment. Audio
NZ deputy prime minister speaks on deep sea mining
Deputy prime minister Winston Peters was asked if New Zealand's position had changed on deep sea mining. Audio
Natives out-compete gorse in no-plant regeneration
No-plant regeneration is a method that let's nature lead the way, and its seen landscapes transform from a scrubby paddock to a lush native paradise. Famously pioneered by Hugh Wilson in Akaroa's… Audio
Lodge guests leave seafood surprise
A collection of freshwater gold clams were discovered after guests left a lodge in Ōwhango, in the central North Island.
Rarest whale in the world found by Dunedin man sat on couch, having a cup of tea
A breakthrough in the study of the world's rarest whale was found by a Dunedin man having a cup of tea on his couch.
Farmers back bill to exclude climate rules in resource consents
Federated Farmers is backing a members' bill aimed at stopping regional councils from factoring in the negative effects of climate change in consenting decisions.
