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The case for NZ joining the UK in sanctioning Israel over illegal West Bank settlements
Tuesday, 15 September 2026, 11:41 am | The Conversation
The government insists sanctioning Israel is too complex so close to an election. But New Zealand also has obligations under international law it shouldn’t ignore. More >>
‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Doesn’t Feel Like Debt. For Young People, That Can Be A Big Problem
Tuesday, 15 September 2026, 9:13 am | The Conversation
A survey of young New Zealanders finds four in ten didn’t view buy now, pay later as debt. That perception can influence how they use it. More >>
Private money is coming to NZ netball. Other sports should be paying close attention
Monday, 14 September 2026, 10:55 am | The Conversation
Private investment promises new money and expertise for NZ netball. But its success will depend on who benefits – and what happens to the wider game. More >>
Needling for change: the surprisingly political history of knitting
Friday, 11 September 2026, 11:17 am | The Conversation
Labour MP Deborah Russell’s knitting caused a stir in parliament. But the humble craft has a long history as a tool for protest, solidarity and political change. More >>
The Long Shadow Of 9/11 And The Retreat Of An Independent New Zealand Foreign Policy
Friday, 11 September 2026, 6:57 am | The Conversation
On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, many of the forces now shaping NZ foreign policy can be traced back to how the US responded to the terror attacks. More >>
‘We’ll slaughter the bastards’ – how Bob Jones and the New Zealand Party changed politics in 1984
Thursday, 10 September 2026, 11:10 am | The Conversation
A new book examines the outsized influence of one man on the pivotal 1984 election which ushered in a new New Zealand. More >>
‘We Can Have Beautiful Things!’ Why Auckland’s City Rail Link Is About Much More Than Trains
Thursday, 10 September 2026, 8:57 am | The Conversation
The city’s new underground rail stations are also impressive public spaces, showing how infrastructure can go well beyond the functional bare minimum. More >>
Auckland has an overlooked traffic pollution problem – and it’s not from exhausts
Wednesday, 9 September 2026, 12:06 pm | The Conversation
New research highlights the overlooked role of road dust in Auckland’s air pollution, with heavy vehicles having an outsized impact. More >>
NZ Is Finally Moving On Modern Slavery Law. What Can We Learn From Australia?
Wednesday, 9 September 2026, 7:13 am | The Conversation
Large NZ companies may soon be required to report on modern slavery risks. Nearly 17,000 Australian reports reveal what makes such laws work – and what doesn’t. More >>
AI Is Helping Businesses Learn What Customers Will Pay – And Workers Will Accept
Tuesday, 8 September 2026, 7:46 am | The Conversation
Businesses are increasingly turning to AI and personalised data to become more efficient. Will that leave workers earning less and customers paying more? More >>
Investments Promising Social Or Environmental Benefits Need Tougher Anti-Greenwashing Rules
Monday, 7 September 2026, 2:37 pm | The Conversation
Australia and New Zealand should introduce a mandatory impact-risk statement for funds making explicit claims about their environmental or social impacts. More >>
The Lindsay Clancy Case Looks Tragically Like NZ’s Lauren Dickason Trial. Here’s Where They Differ
Monday, 7 September 2026, 2:35 pm | The Conversation
A legal defence of infanticide exists in NZ and other similar jurisdictions. But it is not an option in US courts, making the Clancy jury’s job more difficult. More >>
Why NZ Should Redraw Council Boundaries To Match Our Connections To The Landscape
Monday, 7 September 2026, 8:50 am | The Conversation
Reshaping local boundaries based on river catchments would make for a more cohesive approach to all aspects of water management – and how communities really live. More >>
Zero-Alcohol Drinks Are Rising In Popularity. What Do Young People Think About Them?
Friday, 4 September 2026, 4:46 pm | The Conversation
Booze-free drinks that mimic the taste of alcohol can help teenagers fit in socially. But new research suggests there are important limits to what they can replace. More >>
NZ’s New Medicines Fast-Track Promises Quicker Approvals. But What About Access?
Friday, 4 September 2026, 8:47 am | The Conversation
A new system to approve medicines faster has been introduced. But barriers to RSV protections show why that’s only one step in getting them to patients. More >>
The Drama, Home-Grown Kiwi Comedy And Everybody’s Favourite TV Coach: What To Stream In September
Tuesday, 1 September 2026, 9:01 am | The Conversation
September’s lineup features a fresh take on the classic ‘remarriage comedy’ and the latest season of Ted Lasso. More >>
Migrant Entrepreneurs Aren’t Staying In NZ – The New Investor Visa Won’t Replace Them
Tuesday, 1 September 2026, 8:56 am | The Conversation
Immigrant entrepreneurs report frustration and disappointment over the lack of business support setting up in New Zealand. Any new visa scheme must account for this. More >>
We can’t all be like LeBron James at 41. But these athletes still have lots to teach us about active ageing
Monday, 31 August 2026, 10:49 am | The Conversation
Elite athletes share with the rest of us a common underlying physiology and the capacity to adapt significantly to training. It’s never too late to start. More >>
Earlier Volcano Warnings Could Mean More False Alarms – But They Could Also Save Lives
Monday, 31 August 2026, 7:34 am | The Conversation
AI models could spot volcanic eruptions earlier – and new research says the lives saved make the occasional false alarm worth the price. More >>
NZ’s fastest growing town was once the future of urban planning. What happened?
Friday, 28 August 2026, 7:58 am | The Conversation
Rolleston near Christchurch is rapidly expanding, with more fast-tracked development coming. It’s a far cry from the ‘town of the future’ planned in the 1970s. More >>
