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Pasifika Women Are Making Rugby League History. But What About The Next Generation?
Friday, 13 November 2026, 9:13 am | The Conversation
Samoa and Fiji’s world cup runs showcased Pasifika talent. But opportunities for women and girls within Pacific nations remain limited. More >>
Johnny Depp Returns To The Screen As Scrooge – Dickens Might Have Some Notes
Thursday, 12 November 2026, 1:29 pm | The Conversation
Another festive season beckons, and with it another adaptation of Charles Dickens’ perennial favourite, A Christmas Carol – this time as a vehicle for Johnny Depp’s return to family-friendly roles. More >>
The State Apologised To Abuse-In-Care Survivors Two Years Ago Today - What Has Changed?
Thursday, 12 November 2026, 9:38 am | The Conversation
The Abuse in Care Royal Commission prompted improvements in support and compensation for survivors, but long delays and the lack of independent redress remain. More >>
Time is running out to protect Franz Josef from its rising river. Stopbanks won’t work forever
Wednesday, 11 November 2026, 12:28 pm | The Conversation
The Waiho River is rising faster because it deposits gravel along a confined bed. There is a strong case for letting the river roam naturally. More >>
Disproportional Representation: What National Wins And Loses From The Overhang
Tuesday, 10 November 2026, 2:55 pm | The Conversation
An unprecedented MMP election result suggests the tectonic plates of New Zealand politics are drifting, with the electoral rules struggling to compensate. More >>
Could These Bacteria-Killing Viruses Help Fight Antibiotic Resistance? A New Discovery Takes Us Closer
Tuesday, 10 November 2026, 9:43 am | The Conversation
Bacteriophages could help fight antibiotic-resistant infections. New research reveals how their genes work – and may help scientists engineer more effective viruses. More >>
NZ has unique stories of evolution and geology. Is it time for a natural history museum?
Monday, 9 November 2026, 1:06 pm | The Conversation
Globally significant collections of fossils, plants and rocks are held at separate institutions. Combined, they could support a dedicated natural history museum. More >>
NZ Will Have A Caretaker Government For Weeks. What That Means And How It Works
Sunday, 8 November 2026, 3:06 pm | The Conversation
The final election result won’t be known for three weeks and coalition negotiations will take even longer. But it’s not correct to say ‘there’s no government’. More >>
A Fractious Campaign Heralds A Cliffhanger Election: What To Watch As NZ Votes
Friday, 6 November 2026, 8:11 am | The Conversation
With so many variables in play, and polls pointing to a very tight result, there may be no obvious winner on the night – and a long wait for a new government. More >>
NZ’s next government must look beyond today’s health challenges – a new report shows why
Wednesday, 4 November 2026, 11:21 am | The Conversation
A new report identifies 17 threats to human health through to the year 2100. Many are preventable, but tackling them demands governments think long-term. More >>
The Midterms Will Change Us Politics. But NZ Will Keep Feeling The Trump Effect
Tuesday, 3 November 2026, 1:43 pm | The Conversation
Donald Trump’s presidency has seen unprecedented executive power, meaning Democratic gains could have limited impact on oil prices and tariffs. More >>
NZ has retreated from global cooperation on health security. Can a new government change course?
Monday, 2 November 2026, 12:27 pm | The Conversation
There are three steps the next government can take to restore New Zealand’s commitment to pandemic preparedness and other health security strategies. More >>
After Three Years Of Relentless Reform, What Lies Beyond The Election For Education?
Friday, 30 October 2026, 9:08 am | The Conversation
Sweeping changes to the curriculum, NCEA and school governance have divided the education sector, all while major challenges remain overlooked. More >>
Parties May Have Competing Tax Visions, But Paying For NZ’s Future Isn’t Getting Cheaper
Tuesday, 27 October 2026, 1:03 pm | The Conversation
National has promised no new taxes, while also campaigning on a claim a Labour-led coalition could introduce nine. More >>
NZ’s Hidden Chronic Health Burden Is Even Bigger Than We Thought – New Analysis
Monday, 26 October 2026, 1:39 pm | The Conversation
New research reveals a major gap in how chronic illness is measured, with implications for planning and funding healthcare in New Zealand. More >>
The Next Government Faces Transport Tests That New Roads Or Cheap Fares Won’t Solve
Friday, 23 October 2026, 8:04 am | The Conversation
Election promises focus on new roads and cheaper fares. But making transport affordable also means giving New Zealanders practical alternatives to driving. More >>
The Government Wants To Reward Better GP Care; But What Happens When Targets Take Priority?
Thursday, 22 October 2026, 9:08 am | The Conversation
A $40 million scheme aims to improve health outcomes, but differences between practices could leave some struggling to qualify for funding. More >>
Want To Take Leave Or Call In Sick To Play Grand Theft Auto 6? Here’s How Not To Break The Law
Thursday, 22 October 2026, 9:04 am | The Conversation
Australians and New Zealanders will be the world’s first gamers to play the new R-rated video game – which could see employees not turn up to work on November 20. More >>
One In Six Older People Experience Abuse In NZ, With Psychological Harm Most Common
Wednesday, 21 October 2026, 9:40 am | The Conversation
New research shows abuse of older people takes many forms, from threats to harmful actions and neglect, and it often involves family members. More >>
Can Picking Personal Lotto Lines Change The Odds Of Winning? We Ran The Numbers
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 3:57 pm | The Conversation
An analysis of Lotto entries shows many players gravitate to the same number combinations, increasing prize sharing and reducing value. More >>
