BusinessRocket Lab US HQ threatens NZ academic with defamation actionThe Massey University academic was on a Government-appointed disarmament committee.12 Nov 07:35 PM
WorldUranus could be more interesting than we thought, says NasaA study showed the icy planet was buffeted by a rare solar storm during Voyager 2's flyby.11 Nov 10:36 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'World leader': Rocket Lab to celebrate 50th rocket launch from Mahia'It’s a neat atmosphere with all the people sitting in the sand dunes waiting for launch.'03 Nov 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumMarkets with MadisonRocket Lab's Sir Peter Beck on his plans to seize a $535b space opportunityAbout 18% of his company's stock is borrowed against.01 Nov 04:00 PM
Markets with MadisonFirst look: Rocket Lab’s US Neutron launch siteThis is the first time anyone outside the company has filmed its new launch pad.27 Oct 08:18 PM
BusinessMarkets with Madison: Inside Rocket Lab’s NASA siteWelcome to Wallops Island, Virginia. This episode takes you behind the construction of Rocket Lab’s Launch Complex-3 where it's preparing for Neutron rocket to take flight.Watch27 Oct 06:00 PM
WorldNasa astronaut hospitalised after return from ISS is releasedNasa did not reveal who was hospitalised nor the reason.26 Oct 10:36 PM
New ZealandPhotographer captures comet, meteor shower and kiwi-shaped nebula in one imageBerge hiked to a remote location, avoiding light pollution to capture breathtaking skies.24 Oct 08:43 PM
BusinessMarkets with Madison: Rocket Lab NeutronRocket Lab CEO Sir Peter Beck shares how Neutron’s progress and why some investors are doubting his company’s ability to execute. Video / Corey FlemingWatch24 Oct 06:00 PM
MarketsSir Peter Beck gives Neutron rocket development updateIt would be the fastest-ever commercially developed medium-lift rocket.24 Oct 06:00 PM
New ZealandSpy agencies silent on Israel-Iran leak amid US investigationNZ spy agencies are silent on leaks of secret documents linked to Israel's Iran plans.21 Oct 10:21 PM
New Zealand'Your last chance': Time running out for Kiwis to see once-in-80,000-year comet'It will likely be your last chance to see the brightest comet in a decade.'21 Oct 04:29 AM
New ZealandRare comet C/2023 A3 over the Kaimai RangeA time-lapse captures rare comet C/2023 A3 over the Kaimai Range. Video / Alex Cairns @acvisualjournalistWatch17 Oct 12:11 AM
New ZealandWatch: Rare comet C/2023 A3 returns to our skies this week after 80,000 yearsThe comet will be visible in the sky over the next few days.16 Oct 11:36 PM
New ZealandContrail confusion: Astronomers dismiss sightings of rare comet as plane’s contrailAstronomers say stargazers have confused the comet with a plane trail.16 Oct 12:38 AM
New Zealand'The sweet spot': Best times, places for Kiwis to see once-in-a-lifetime cometAstronomer recommends leaving the city and heading west for rare sighting.15 Oct 06:59 AM
WorldNasa spacecraft to gauge if Jupiter moon can host lifeJupiter's moon Europa has conditions suitable to support life.14 Oct 09:23 PM
New ZealandNasa Mars rover lands in TaurangaThe public is invited to see space exploration technology on show at the UoW.14 Oct 06:19 PM
BusinessWatch: SpaceX successfully catches returning Starship rocketA breakthrough test flight for Elon Musk's firm.13 Oct 07:01 PM
New Zealand'Once in a lifetime': Kiwis have chance to see comet reappearing after 80,000 yearsThe best chance to see the comet would be to leave the city and head west.13 Oct 08:21 AM
New ZealandSolar tsunamis: New Zealand plans for potential ‘major infrastructure failure’It's a matter of 'when, not if' the Earth is hit hard by extreme space weather.12 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandAurora's back: Spectacular colours take over New Zealand's night skyThe aurora was visible in the lower North Island and the South Island last night.11 Oct 09:41 PM
New ZealandHow to see the aurora tonight: More light shows likely to dazzleThe aurora may be visible in the lower North Island and the South Island tonight.11 Oct 04:50 AM
WorldSevere solar storm to hit Earth, affecting power and satellitesInflux of solar energy and particles could affect power systems and satellite operations.09 Oct 07:36 PM
New ZealandKiwis dazzled by Aurora Australis as far north as TaurangaPeople were given a rare glimpse into the mechanics of the sun after the solar storm.08 Oct 05:25 PM
CompaniesRocket Lab bags second Mars contract with ‘opportunities in the billions’But there's a snag with its first mission to the Red Planet.07 Oct 07:54 PM
New ZealandAuroras in Auckland incoming? Unusually intense solar flare blasted from the SunAstro-photographers could soon be in for another treat: Nasa records a major solar flare.02 Oct 05:49 AM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesRocket Lab shares are up 57% in a month, seen climbing furtherBlast off.30 Sep 04:00 PM
BusinessTech Insider: Mark Rocket on Kea Aerospace’s $15m raise, rift with Peter BeckPlus: New blood at Tuanz, John Chow goes electric.30 Sep 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeThe satellite spectrum battle that could shape the new space economyFinancial Times: Elon Musk’s SpaceX is pushing to loosen limits on transmissions.28 Sep 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessJudith Collins reveals details of ‘red-tape cutting’ space strategyNew policy announced at Christchurch summit will be implemented by the end of 2025.24 Sep 04:10 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAerospace summit: Protestors see too much defence work, startups say we’re too squeamishGroup wanted Rocket Lab and Rakon to cut all ties with military, surveillance partners.24 Sep 01:15 AM
New ZealandSpace summit protestorsProtestors outside the New Zealand Aerospace Summit 2024 at the Te Pae Convention Centre in Christchurch. Video / NZ HeraldWatch23 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldSpaceX to send five uncrewed Starships to MarsMusk said the first uncrewed starship to land on Mars would be within five years.22 Sep 11:07 PM
