New ZealandSpace Teddy back on solid groundAn arborist was called in to rescue Space Teddy, who was stuck up a tree on Waiheke Island12 Dec 07:24 AM
TechnologyHas an alien probe entered our solar system?Alien-hunting scientists will scan the comet this week before it becomes out of reach.12 Dec 04:51 AM
New ZealandStudy hunts for missing link in Alzheimer'sA young researcher is unravelling what could prove a crucial part of Alzheimer's disease.12 Dec 02:07 AM
New ZealandWhat were the top science stories of 2017?From rockets and earthquakes to weather chaos, here are the top science stories of 2017.12 Dec 01:58 AM
New ZealandStudy tracks historic movement of Maori groupsData analysis and ancient artefacts offer fresh insights into NZ's pre-European history.12 Dec 01:48 AM
AgribusinessStrict new tests for NZ manuka honey exportsAll NZ manuka honey for export will have to be tested as authentic under new MPI rules.12 Dec 01:16 AM
New ZealandNZ-led study offers hope against Huntington'sNZ-led team find what could be vital clue to treating Huntington's Disease for first time.11 Dec 09:10 PM
New ZealandCartographer highlights NZ's sparse populationThe map shows how much of New Zealand is uninhabited - which is a large proportion of it.11 Dec 01:45 AM
WorldAntarctica discovery changes alien searchPlanets that were not even considered candidates to host alien life may be reanalysed.11 Dec 12:52 AM
OpinionKim Pickering: The future of plasticsCOMMENT: Degradable composites and recycling could lessen pollution.10 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionLisa Scott: Read right books to benefit babyCOMMENT: For baby's brain to benefit, read the right books at the right time.10 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldT-Rex heard for first time in 66m yearsThe fearsome roar of T-Rex has left many a cinema-goer quaking in their seat.10 Dec 07:50 AM
New ZealandSpaceTeddy reaches for stars againIt's the Kiwi teddy bear's second space mission ... this time aiming for a world record.10 Dec 06:20 AM
WorldHow many undiscovered creatures are there?The oceans cover 70 per cent of the surface of our planet yet they are the least explored.10 Dec 02:09 AM
WorldAsteroid skimmed past Earth unnoticedAn asteroid that could have obliterated a large city skimmed past Earth at 9km/s.09 Dec 02:25 AM
WorldEarth's 'hum' still a mystery decades onScientists have now captured the Worldwide Hum deep in the ocean for the first time.08 Dec 08:23 PM
New ZealandWeird Science: Do androids dream of their future?Is it a dinosaur, or is it a duck? Meet the raptor's waddling, swimming, killer cousin.08 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSudden heatwave a shock to our systemsFeeling beat by the heat? Scientists share some tips on how to help our bodies adapt.08 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionMichelle DickinsonNanogirl: How to stop your Christmas tree making a messCOMMENT: Has science found the perfect Christmas tree?08 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe hunt for Zealandia, our lost continentContinent of Zealandia was always there. Why did it take a century to prove it?08 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandUniversities on 'risky' building spreeBriefings: Building spree creates a risk that development will exceed demand, TEC says.07 Dec 02:57 AM
WorldThe black hole that shouldn't existA behemoth black hole has just been discovered at the dawn of time. It shouldn't exist.07 Dec 01:32 AM
LifestyleWhat's a cross between a labrador and a librarian?New initiative gives academics 'paws' for thought. Made with funding from NZ On Air.06 Dec 06:07 PM
LifestylePollution wipes out benefits of exercise, study suggestsImprovements found to be virtually absent in those walking along a busy urban street.06 Dec 04:00 AM
Technology'Super Earth' that could host alien life discoveredIt's described as a super-sized Earth - but could humans one day colonise the planet?05 Dec 07:16 PM
WorldAttenborough: World's oceans are becoming a 'toxic soup'In his final episode, the true scale of man's impact on the planet is laid bare.05 Dec 05:40 AM
New ZealandSupermoon lights up the skyThe largest, brightest supermoon in 70 years appeared in our skies last night.04 Dec 05:17 PM
New ZealandConservation minister baulks at GM ratsNZ islands eyed for US-funded field trials using GM rodents.04 Dec 04:00 PM
CommoditiesWorld's first space mining degreeFormer English teacher has swapped the classroom for the stars.04 Dec 06:55 AM
New ZealandThe possibility, threat and science behind gene drive techThe science of gene drives - what they are and what they can do.04 Dec 06:22 AM
New ZealandInside Auckland's incredible underworldAuckland's underground lava caves have been illuminated with incredible new images.04 Dec 05:21 AM
New ZealandUS military money eyes up Kiwi islands for testsUS military money has come with researchers wanting to kill Kiwi rats using gene tech.04 Dec 05:15 AM
New ZealandConsortium eyes NZ islands for gene testsIslands around NZ are being scoped for trials of a radical new gene technology.04 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandSupermoon: How and where to get a great photoWhat you need to know to make your supermoon picture glow.04 Dec 03:30 AM