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How Much Is The European Trade Deal At Risk Over NZ’s Climate Commitments?
Tuesday, 6 October 2026, 8:18 am | The Conversation
A complaint to the European Commission over NZ’s potentially broken climate promises in the EU trade agreement looks strong. But the legal threshold is high. More >>
Kauri dieback threatens more than trees: it could change how much carbon forests store
Monday, 5 October 2026, 12:21 pm | The Conversation
New research shows forests affected by severe kauri dieback can shift from accumulating carbon to losing it, with mature trees particularly affected. More >>
Money for something: why public funding for NZ’s live music scene needs retuning
Friday, 2 October 2026, 11:31 am | The Conversation
Every dollar invested in local live performance is multiplied in benefits to local communities. But state funding has to be strategic and targeted. More >>
Ahead Of The Global Climate Summit, Pacific Leaders Call On Nations To Keep 1.5°C Within Reach
Friday, 2 October 2026, 7:36 am | The Conversation
Pacific leaders are seeking support for regional climate-finance options that give communities better access and stronger input into global decision making. More >>
Cities Across The World Are Sinking Because Of Groundwater Depletion. But The Process Can Be Reversed
Thursday, 1 October 2026, 3:45 pm | The Conversation
When groundwater reservoirs are replenished, the ground above rises. But the uplift is patchy because earthquake faults act like underground dams, channelling water. More >>
GPs can now prescribe ADHD medication – but big barriers to treatment remain
Thursday, 1 October 2026, 12:15 pm | The Conversation
In February, NZ rolled out new rules promising easier access to ADHD treatment. Today, gaps in training, cost and access show why the reform was only a first step. More >>
Low Productivity Is NZ’s Economic Elephant In The Room. Election Pledges Mostly Avoid It
Wednesday, 30 September 2026, 8:46 am | The Conversation
Economic growth may have returned to NZ, but lifting living standards will require more than a cyclical recovery. What should voters be looking for in policies? More >>
Exercise before surgery improves outcomes and shortens recovery time – new research
Tuesday, 29 September 2026, 1:26 pm | The Conversation
Pre-surgery exercise has benefits, whether it is supervised or home-based. But professional supervision can help patients achieve higher exercise intensities. More >>
NZ’s Next New MPs Face A Brutal Learning Curve; Does It Have To Be That Way?
Tuesday, 29 September 2026, 8:51 am | The Conversation
First-term MPs must learn a complex job under intense scrutiny. Our research suggests giving them more room to find their feet could benefit us all. More >>
What Do NZ Voters Really Care About? A Global Comparison Reveals Some Surprises
Monday, 28 September 2026, 2:02 pm | The Conversation
Like people everywhere, New Zealanders are worried about living standards, costs and wages. But a global poll reveal some less obvious priorities. More >>
NZ’s Supply Chains Are Highly Exposed. Could New AI Agents Make Them More Resilient?
Friday, 25 September 2026, 7:10 am | The Conversation
AI agents are starting to transform procurement overseas. For isolated, trade-dependent New Zealand, they could offer a powerful tool against disruption. More >>
83,000 New Zealanders live with dementia. Here’s how simple design changes can help
Thursday, 24 September 2026, 11:43 am | The Conversation
New dementia-friendly design guidance shows how simple changes can make homes safer and easier to navigate for people living with the condition. More >>
Where Should NZ Stand On Global AI Risk? 3 Principles To Guide A Stronger Strategy
Thursday, 24 September 2026, 7:55 am | The Conversation
New Zealand has so far not joined other countries calling for tougher control of potentially dangerous AI development. More >>
Fit, thin, curvy and toned: the contradictory body ideals young NZ women face online
Wednesday, 23 September 2026, 11:36 am | The Conversation
We asked 200 young New Zealand women about the body ideals they encountered online. Here’s what they said. More >>
‘Spring Queening’ Time Will Be Crucial For Finding Any Surviving Yellow-Legged Hornets
Tuesday, 22 September 2026, 3:37 pm | The Conversation
DNA analysis shows almost a third of what the invasive pests have been feeding their larvae consists of honey bees, making eradication vital. More >>
Opportunity’s ‘tax reset’ could benefit many households – but does little for the poorest
Monday, 21 September 2026, 11:06 am | The Conversation
Opportunity’s ‘citizens income’ policy would do the least for the worst off, and retains many of the current system’s targeting complexities. More >>
What Happens When A Neighbourhood Bottle Store Closes? We Asked Local Residents
Friday, 18 September 2026, 7:51 am | The Conversation
As alcohol licensing laws face change, new research suggests closing individual outlets can bring noticeable benefits for nearby residents. More >>
Why Do Some Robots Feel Creepy? We Deliberately Built One To Find Out
Thursday, 17 September 2026, 3:07 pm | The Conversation
Why do some people perceive a robot as ‘creepy’ while others don’t? It seems our response to these increasingly common non-human companions is highly subjective. More >>
NZ’s New Emergency Management Law Sets The Rules; Trust And Connection Are Key To It Working
Thursday, 17 September 2026, 8:37 am | The Conversation
Disasters don’t follow a script. Research shows adaptable relationships between emergency agencies are vital to an effective response. More >>
Is The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Pact A Model For Regulating Runaway AI?
Wednesday, 16 September 2026, 5:00 pm | The Conversation
Competition for AI dominance resembles the nuclear arms race of the Cold War era. A similarly serious response may also now be needed. More >>
