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NZ First Says Population Trends Are At A ‘Crisis Point’. The Reality Is Not That Simple
Tuesday, 11 August 2026, 8:45 am | The Conversation
NZ First’s Kiwi Kids Grant is tied up with the party’s broader immigration policies. But a ‘baby bonus’ for citizens won’t necessarily achieve the intended outcome. More >>
No degree is AI-proof. But delaying specialisation may offer students an edge
Monday, 10 August 2026, 12:23 pm | The Conversation
As AI transforms graduate careers, universities should rethink when students specialise and how they combine disciplinary expertise with broader skills. More >>
How would NZ’s vital freight system handle a big earthquake? Our study sounds a warning
Friday, 7 August 2026, 7:38 am | The Conversation
New research reveals a magnitude 8.5 earthquake is likely to trigger a cascade of problems for NZ’s freight networks. But how many are avoidable? More >>
Disabled People Face Greater Climate Change Risks – And They Can Also Help NZ Adapt
Thursday, 6 August 2026, 8:04 am | The Conversation
New research shows disabled people remain overlooked in climate policy, despite lived experience that could help build more resilient communities. More >>
Return Of The Red Scare: How the US Right Is Weaponising The Word ‘Communism’
Wednesday, 5 August 2026, 7:11 am | The Conversation
As democratic socialists make inroads into mainstream US politics, one loaded word is doing a lot of work for their ideological opponents. More >>
Will building an integrated ‘Anzac force’ with Australia cost NZ strategic freedom?
Tuesday, 4 August 2026, 1:29 pm | The Conversation
New Zealand is lifting its defence spending while deepening its military ties with Australia. But what happens when it needs to say no? More >>
How do instant heat packs work? A chemist explains
Tuesday, 4 August 2026, 8:35 am | The Conversation
From slowly rusting iron to quick crystals, heat packs and hand warmers use simple but clever chemistry to keep you toasty. More >>
Will A New ‘Good Samaritan’ Law Really Reduce Drug Overdose Fatalities?
Monday, 3 August 2026, 4:51 pm | The Conversation
On its own, the Drug Overdose (Assistance Protection) Legislation Bill is no magic bullet. But it would add to an existing range of effective harm-reduction tools. More >>
Data Centres Are Power Hungry – But They Don’t Have To Be A Burden On NZ’s Grid
Friday, 31 July 2026, 2:42 pm | The Conversation
AI data centres are contentious for consuming large resources. But with the right incentives and regulation, can they make for more flexible electricity systems? More >>
Is Social Housing Policy Failing NZ Families Trying To Move From Renting To Home Ownership?
Friday, 31 July 2026, 9:56 am | The Conversation
New Zealand needs more social housing and affordable rentals, but also better pathways for working renters to become home owners. More >>
Workplace Violence Is A Fact Of Life For Many Care Workers – Why Do We Tolerate It?
Thursday, 30 July 2026, 8:44 am | The Conversation
Nearly 80% of New Zealand’s vital community care providers experience workplace violence. But like the workers themselves, the problem remains largely invisible. More >>
The jury’s out on social media bans. Here’s a better idea NZ can borrow from Australia
Wednesday, 29 July 2026, 9:00 am | The Conversation
A version of Australia’s eSafety Commissioner could be a better way to tackle the online harm experienced by under-16s – and New Zealanders of all ages. More >>
One grain to rule them all: the history of rice as a global food
Tuesday, 28 July 2026, 8:24 am | The Conversation
Where did rice come from? And how did it spread to become the foundation of global food security? More >>
Crypto ATMs Are Here To Stay Despite Their Scam Risks. How Should NZ Regulate Them?
Tuesday, 28 July 2026, 7:29 am | The Conversation
NZ has ruled out an outright ban on crypto ATMs. Overseas experience suggests targeted safeguards could protect users from fraudsters. More >>
With Contentious Fisheries Reforms On Hold, Should Nz Rethink Bottom Trawling?
Monday, 27 July 2026, 8:54 am | The Conversation
Amid renewed debate over bottom trawling, decades of marine research suggest the balance between fishing and conservation needs revisiting. More >>
New Ferry Names: Winston Calls It Woke, But Debating Cook’s Legacy Is Nothing New
Sunday, 26 July 2026, 7:35 pm | The Conversation
Christening the new interisland ferries Kupe and Cook is a reminder that what we name things matters, shaping our sense of ourselves over time. More >>
The Commonwealth Games Are Here, With Fewer Sports, More Nations And An Uncertain Future
Saturday, 25 July 2026, 5:03 pm | The Conversation
The Commonwealth Games’ future will depend on affordable hosting, strong stories and benefits that remain after the podiums are packed away. More >>
Why A Face Full Of Poo Can Be Your Baby’s Best Start In Life
Friday, 24 July 2026, 8:25 am | The Conversation
Researchers are getting to the bottom of how poo helps newborn babies. It might sound gross, but here’s the science. More >>
Moral Distress: For Primary Care Doctors, ‘Doing The Right Thing’ Can Feel Impossible
Friday, 24 July 2026, 7:10 am | The Conversation
New research suggests doctors are carrying the emotional burden of health system failures, adding to workforce pressures in New Zealand and beyond. More >>
The Brain Rewires Itself For Motherhood. We Now Know More About How
Thursday, 23 July 2026, 8:03 am | The Conversation
A study in mice reveals how pregnancy hormones influence the brain’s reward system, helping explain why newborns become a mother’s priority. More >>
