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Mysteries of the deep: NIWA's explorations
NIWA's research vessel Tangaroa recently returned from a 3-week voyage to the bottom of the ocean. Here's a look at the strange and stunning creatures they found.
Telescope project a 'big win' for NZ science
New Zealand is one of three countries to have won a bid to host the world's largest radio telescope.
SpaceX rocket's Kiwi link
A small team of Kiwi scientists has landed a stellar role in the Dragon space craft's flight to the ISS.
'Ring of Fire' eclipse across skies
Parts of eastern Asia were being treated to a solar spectacle as the moon slid across the sun, creating a "ring of fire." Sky-watchers in the western U.S. awaited their turns as the rare phenomenon was due to move over the Pacific and toward them later Sunday local time.
Oyster industry given funding boost
The Kiwi oyster industry hopes a Government grant will help the industry fight back from a two-year fight with a herpes virus.
Euthanasia campaigner: 'I have no regrets'
Convicted criminal Sean Davison's home detention for aiding the death of his elderly mother is over and he says he has no regrets about helping her die.
From green to gold: Algae proves lucrative
New Zealand research company has tapped into a potentially multi-million dollar market.
Kiwi scientist sells up to fund malaria battle
A veteran researcher says she's selling her multimillion-dollar organic farm so that she can continue...
Oyster is the world for honoured NZ scientist
Zoe Hilton's love of the sea led her to Bluff's delicacy and international recognition.