On 1 July 2025, NIWA merged with GNS Science to become Earth Sciences New Zealand.

Atmospheric analysis

NIWA has been using advanced scientific instruments to measure atmospheric trace gases and isotopes for over 50 years.

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    Science projects get students thinking

    News article
    19 August 2013

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    Awesome Ascidians of New Zealand Ports & Harbours

    An interactive guide to the sea squirts (ascidians) of New Zealand's ports and harbours.
    Marine invertebrates

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    Manukau's young scientists on show

    News article
    15 August 2013

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    Restoration of Waikato River islands a step closer

    News article
    01 August 2013

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    Scientists' crucial discovery in Hamilton Park

    News article
    25 July 2013

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    Tangaroa diverts to undertake earthquake survey

    News article
    23 July 2013

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    Sign up to receive our Water & Atmosphere flagship magazine

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    Thanks for signing up to W&A

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    Marine environmental monitoring in New Zealand

    Research Project
    Long-term datasets that track persistent change in the environment are a critical component of any modern ecosystem-based approach to natural resource management and sustainable growth.

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    Raw footage - Wellington storm, June 21 2013

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    Storm information update

    News article
    21 June 2013

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    Snow storm provides crucial information for scientists

    News article
    20 June 2013