Atmospheric analysis

Scientists exploring the Kermadec Trench believe they have retrieved the deepest ever sediment sample from the bottom of the ocean using a wire-deployed corer.

We have an exciting range of career opportunities at NIWA in both the scientific and professional support areas.

Dog Island levels

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.

View annual, seasonal and monthly summaries of temperature, rainfall and sunshine data from across New Zealand.

This daily image of New Zealand from space was created using data from one of NASA's EOS satellites, collected at our receiving station in Lauder, Central Otago.

To prepare for changes in climate, our freshwater and oceans decision-makers need information on species vulnerability to climate change.

Plants and trees along the water margins and banks are called riparian vegetation.

Hydro-electricity is a renewable energy source that relies on the inflow of water into storage lakes upstream of a dam.