New ZealandRecord monster wave is biggest recorded in Southern OceanScientists have just detected a record, seven-storey-high wave in the Southern Ocean.09 May 03:12 AM
New ZealandWhy Hawaii's eruption matters for volcanic AucklandAuckland's volcano field is quiet now - but it could be even more explosive than Kilauea.08 May 11:07 PM
New ZealandHow tiny science can tackle huge problemsMaking materials from tiny amounts of our natural resources could combat climate change.08 May 07:49 PM
WorldCan scientists create army of pest-fighting robots?A jumping spider named Kim could help scientists create micro-robots.08 May 07:23 PM
New ZealandNature can help, not hinder, young asthma sufferersMore exposure to our natural environment could help asthmatic kids like Zarika Lutske.07 May 03:00 PM
New ZealandA bug's life: avoid sex, live longerAbstinence is the key to old age. At least if you're a female smooth stick insect.06 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandSea mining effects to be simulatedNiwa is about to attempt one of the most challenging underwater experiments ever.06 May 05:00 PM
LifestyleHow mouse stayed thin on 'pizza and burgers diet'Danish researchers have found a way to keep weight off eating chips, pizza and burgers.06 May 08:11 AM
New ZealandInside ship that just drilled into NZ's danger zoneAn unusually shaped scientific research ship, Joides Resolution, is docked in Auckland.06 May 07:12 AM
LifestyleWhy talking to yourself helps solve problemsDon't panic, you're not crazy for talking to yourself. In fact it may help you focus.06 May 04:30 AM
New ZealandScientists set to drill into huge underwater volcanoKiwis among big effort to drill deep into a huge underwater volcano 400km northeast of NZ.06 May 04:00 AM
New ZealandSurvey reveals tiny plastic scourge hurting sealifeScientists have analysed hundreds of harmful microplastics found on Wellington's shores.06 May 01:52 AM
OpinionMichelle DickinsonNanogirl: Stop and smell sweeter rosesCOMMENT: Scientists have created the first complete genetic blueprint of the rose.04 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWeird Science: Bond with your kids - and crank the musicSharing music with your kids when they're young can help you get along when they're older.04 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandDoctors overwhelmingly support vaccination, study findsAn overwhelming majority of doctors are confident in childhood immunisation, study finds.03 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandScientists drop in on little-known, rarely sighted beaked whalesNZ scientists believe they've picked up the sounds of rarely sighted beaked whales.03 May 05:33 AM
New ZealandWhen warm winds blow in Antarctica's dark, freezing winterEven in the cold and dark of an Antarctic winter, melting can still happen. Here's how.03 May 03:14 AM
New ZealandWhat would a Mt Taranaki eruption look like?A Mt Taranaki eruption could see fast-moving, hot ash flows spreading kilometres around.02 May 11:22 PM
New ZealandEndangered NZ seabird may be under greater threatOne of NZ's most endangered seabirds may be under greater threat than previously thought.02 May 05:18 AM
New ZealandTaupo super eruption: Just how much time will we get?NZ experts question new US study on Taupo suggesting "super-eruptions" are well signalled.02 May 04:48 AM
New ZealandWhat a neonicotinoid ban would mean for NZFollowing EU's ban on neonicotinoid pesticides would cause headaches for NZ, experts say.01 May 11:55 PM
New ZealandQ&A: NZ's role in the world's biggest science projectNZ will now be an "associate member" in the global SKA project. What does that mean?30 Apr 10:37 PM
New Zealand12 questions: 'Mother of NZ brewing', Tracy BannerTracy Banner explains what makes a great beer.30 Apr 05:00 PM
LifestyleWhat's driving your greatest pleasure?Dopamine release makes us feel good but too much of a good thing can be bad too.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSecuring life on earthIn central Otago is a tiny team of scientists analysing the data that concerns NZ.28 Apr 05:00 PM
TechnologyFrom Nasa to Alexandra - scientist returns to lead Kiwi space researchKiwi Delwyn Moller returning home to use discoveries from space to help life in NZ28 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCall for action on chemicals at OhakeaBetter testing and information needed on chemical contamination near Ohakea, lawyer says.28 Apr 08:00 AM
WorldAsteroid threat: Experts certain we will be hitThere's a huge hole in our defence strategy and "we will be hit".28 Apr 03:34 AM
WorldNASA's only moon rover just got cancelledDecision was made despite Trump directing space agency to focus on a return to the moon.28 Apr 03:02 AM
OpinionMichelle DickinsonNanogirl: Why your kids wear you outThe endless energy children seem to have is the subject of a new study27 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWeird Science: Can newspaper op-eds change your mind?Could op-eds like those in this newspaper change you long-term view on certain issues?27 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandQ&A: NZ's Nanogirl cooking up a science stormStar scientist Dr Michelle Dickinson discusses her latest project to hook kids on STEM.27 Apr 05:49 AM
New ZealandThe worms within us: How parasites could help beat diseaseHuman parasites are a bane for developing nations. But they can also help guide research.27 Apr 04:49 AM
New ZealandAttenborough backs plan to record biodiversitySir David Attenborough wants NZ and Oz to document all species before it's too late.26 Apr 02:00 PM
