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Public Health Providers Have To Obey Strict Cyber Security Rules – So Should Private Contractors
Saturday, 4 April 2026, 8:24 pm | The Conversation
Recent data breaches damaged trust in New Zealand’s health system. A new cyber security strategy must ensure stricter regulatory oversight and mandatory audits. More >>
Trump Underestimated Iran’s Resilience. Now There Is Only One Way Out Of The War
Friday, 3 April 2026, 8:14 pm | The Conversation
Iran’s regime was structured to withstand attacks from more powerful foes. It’s also resolved to deny the US and Israel a victory at all costs. More >>
Bigger Storms, More Often: New Study Projects Likely Future Rainfall Impacts On NZ
Thursday, 2 April 2026, 8:02 pm | The Conversation
New models show NZ’s heaviest rainfall is likely to grow more intense and frequent, with some regions facing twice as many extreme events by 2100. More >>
KiwiSaver Payments Have To Rise – But Earners Shouldn’t Be Penalised If They Can’t Afford It
Wednesday, 1 April 2026, 6:33 pm | The Conversation
Minimum KiwiSaver contributions rise from today for employees and employers. That’s necessary, but the scheme’s design is working against many savers. More >>
Apple At 50: Eight Technology Leaps That Changed Our World
Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 8:57 pm | The Conversation
From Apple II to the iPhone, time and again this extraordinary company has anticipated the value of opening up computing to everyone. More >>
Her Song Features In Ryan Gosling’s Hit Movie, But Erima Maewa Kaihau Was Once A Star Too
Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 8:54 pm | The Conversation
Over 100 years after Pō Atarau was popularised, it’s on the soundtrack of Ryan Gosling’s blockbuster Project Hail Mary. But who was the remarkable woman behind it? More >>
A War Without Accountability: Why The Middle East Crisis Is Also A Legal Quagmire
Monday, 30 March 2026, 6:44 pm | The Conversation
As the war in Iran escalates across the region, urgent questions about civilian harm, accountability and the limits of international law become harder to answer. More >>
Meta And Google Just Lost A Landmark Social Media Addiction Case. A Tech Law Expert Explains The Fallout
Sunday, 29 March 2026, 8:23 pm | The Conversation
The case was the first of its kind. But it won’t be the last. More >>
A Crucial Meeting Aims To Remake The WTO To Fit The New Global Order
Saturday, 28 March 2026, 9:14 pm | The Conversation
Changes to fundamental World Trade Organization rules are being driven by the US and EU. This week’s meeting in Cameroon could see developing nations lose out. More >>
The Price Of Meth Has Been Plunging In NZ. Are Mexican Cartels Driving The Drop?
Saturday, 28 March 2026, 7:32 pm | The Conversation
Wholesale and street prices for meth have dropped sharply over seven years, but it’s as potent as ever. Are new global supply routes to blame? More >>
Distant Conflict, Local Crisis: Is This Oil Shock The Wake-Up Call NZ Needed?
Friday, 27 March 2026, 11:03 am | The Conversation
As prices surge, the Middle East crisis highlights New Zealand’s exposure to global oil – and the need to accelerate more resilient alternatives. More >>
Share Prices, Sports Results … Co Levels? The Case For Reporting Climate Stats Every Day
Friday, 27 March 2026, 9:04 am | The Conversation
Media rituals based on reporting numbers and trends help us talk about complex issues using simple measures of progress or decline. More >>
Child Protection Workers Are Under Pressure In NZ. Can Predictive Modelling Help?
Wednesday, 25 March 2026, 8:41 pm | The Conversation
Overseas experience suggests predictive tools can improve child protection, if used carefully. Should NZ reconsider its stance? More >>
What The Coming El Niño Climate Pattern Means For NZ In A Warming World
Tuesday, 24 March 2026, 7:31 pm | The Conversation
Past El Niño events have brought drought and disruption to New Zealand. What might the coming one spell? More >>
If You Still Need To Fly Amid Global Travel Chaos, Here’s What To Know
Monday, 23 March 2026, 7:06 pm | The Conversation
Air travel faces major disruption. For those whose plans have been disrupted, there are ways to navigate the uncertainty. More >>
NZ Imports Of Unhealthy Ultra-Processed Foods Have Risen Sharply Since 1990 – New Study
Sunday, 22 March 2026, 7:11 pm | The Conversation
Diets high in ultra-processed foods are linked to many serious diseases, but without recent nutritional surveys there are gaps in understanding the health impacts. More >>
Why Iran Is Attacking Gulf Energy Infrastructure
Sunday, 22 March 2026, 7:04 pm | The Conversation
Iran’s attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure are part of a broader strategy the regime in Tehran has employed to try and ensure its survival. More >>
Return Of The Oil Shock: Lessons From A Crisis New Zealand Has Seen Before
Friday, 20 March 2026, 11:11 am | The Conversation
Past crises show heavy state intervention can backfire – what should New Zealand do differently this time? More >>
‘Disaster Inertia’: Why Must NZ Keep Relearning The Same Lessons From Extreme Events?
Thursday, 19 March 2026, 7:52 pm | The Conversation
Post-disaster reviews show NZ repeats the same warnings. Breaking the cycle means stronger laws, clearer responsibilities and greater funding. More >>
Sophie Devine’s Record Cricket Contract Can’t Disguise A Stubborn Pay Gap In NZ Women’s Sport
Wednesday, 18 March 2026, 8:46 pm | The Conversation
For most elite women athletes, professional sport still doesn’t pay enough to make a living. But strategic investment will grow their visibility and earning power. More >>
