Atmospheric analysis

The 2012-2013 drought affected the entire North Island plus the west coast of the South Island.

A handful of species we work on

We have prepared a breakdown of the different guidelines that are available for sampling freshwater fisheries. The overview provides links to key documents that explain what should be considered when designing fish monitoring studies and how to implement the various sampling techniques.

An interactive guide to the sponges of New Zealand.

Water take (also known as water abstraction) has a range of valuable public and private uses.

When fresh water meets salty water - a classroom exercise that explores the physics of estuaries.

Dog Island levels

NIWA's seafood sector work comprises our fish, fisheries and aquaculture research and consultancy.

Where and when do white sharks occur in New Zealand waters, and how can fisheries bycatch be reduced?

Various industries and land use activities have the potential to impact on water quality and mahinga kai unless properly managed.

This identification guide covers the common crustose coralline algae found in central New Zealand.

The climate of Otago is perhaps the most diverse of any region in New Zealand.