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Students representing New Zealand at the ‘Olympics of science fairs’ forging pathway for international recognition
Media release09 May 2025Two students are on their way to the United States to represent New Zealand at the 'Olympics' of science fairs, the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) in Columbus, Ohio. -
New study reveals climate change is already impacting the Andes
Media release08 May 2025Seven nations sharing world’s longest mountain range already impacted by climate change -
Weather and climate experts set to unite
News article09 April 2025Weather and climate experts set to unite - Ministers' announcement. -
NIWA’s new underwater camera provides the big picture
News article01 April 2025The ability for scientists to see what’s on the sea floor just got a whole lot brighter with the invention of a multiple underwater camera system and some ingenious thinking at NIWA. -
Flooding from underneath: New tool reveals shallow groundwater elevations
Media release01 April 2025A new online tool that identifies areas at risk from groundwater flooding has been developed by New Zealand scientists. -
Extreme Lakeover: NIWA’s Guide to Rolling Back Life into New Zealand Lake
Publication article26 March 2025A team of NIWA freshwater ecologists have completed their research on the use of biodegradable plant mats as life rafts to help reintroduce native aquatic plants to degraded freshwater lakes. -
New Technology Enhances River Digital Networks for Improved Water Management
Publication article21 March 2025NIWA scientists have launched a groundbreaking initiative that is transforming mapping of freshwater environments. -
Innovative Methods in Tackling Pest Fish: The Power of Sound and Light
Publication article20 March 2025Could bubbles and strobe lights stop pest fish swimming where they’re not wanted? -
Climate Change Disrupts River Sediment Management: Adaptation Strategies Needed
Publication article19 March 2025New research suggests environmental targets for managing fine sediment in rivers may need to be revised to better account for the impacts of climate change. -
Extreme atmospheric rivers could double in future climate
Media release18 March 2025New Zealand could face twice as many of the most extreme atmospheric rivers by the end of the century. -
NIWA – Business as Usual through science sector reforms
News article12 March 2025The Government has announced plans to reform the science, innovation and technology system, changing the shape and structure of Crown Research Institutes, including NIWA. -
NIWA Seeks Crucial Data to Boost Freshwater Protection Efforts
Publication article07 March 2025NIWA scientists are gathering data on freshwater mitigation across NZ to improve predictive models.