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Strange fish behaviour has been captured by NIWA scientists working in New Zealand’s Marlborough Sounds.
Scientists on an expedition to the underexplored Bounty Trough off New Zealand have discovered around 100 new and potentially new ocean species.
A culmination of over 45 years of research is painting a grave picture for the state of our iconic glaciers.
Scientists are seeing more toxic algae in our lakes and rivers compared to previous years, says NIWA. 
NIWA scientists leading Aotearoa New Zealand’s MethaneSAT agricultural emissions science programme are gearing up for the launch of its satellite in coming weeks.
An expedition to discover new species in one of the most remote parts of the deep ocean is departing from Wellington today.
A strong marine heatwave is contributing to New Zealand’s unusually hot weather
2023 is tracking to be one of the top three hottest years on record for Aotearoa New Zealand.
NIWA may be coming to a boat ramp near you to learn more about the recreational fishing catch in New Zealand.
A new study has comprehensively mapped the immediate after effects of the January 2022 eruption of Hunga Tonga - Hunga Ha’apai, highlighting the risks of similar events.
A 3D Printer is helping save New Zealand’s endangered native fish
A suite of projects that ranged from whether toothpaste’s a scam to capturing air, to human superpowers made up the 206 entries at this year’s NIWA Auckland City Science & Technology Fair.
A new study from NIWA has mapped outdoor air quality for Invercargill and Alexandra in more detail than ever before.
A study looking at the impact of sleep on depression in adolescents was 18 months in the making for Ellen Thompson.
A Year 13 from Saint Kentigern College scooped top prizes at the 2023 NIWA South and East Auckland Science Fair for her project “Crab-a-dabra!".
NIWA are studying the ocean off Tairāwhiti and Hawke’s Bay to see how Cyclone Gabrielle has impacted the health of fisheries habitats and seabed ecosystems.
A newly launched tool developed by NIWA and the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) to predict dryness and drought will help farmers and growers be better prepared for challenging weather conditions.
A Wellington College pupil claimed two top prizes at this year’s NIWA Wellington Science and Technology Fair.
A tactile model for the blind has scooped top prize at the NIWA Waikato Science and Technology Fair.
NIWA scientists have discovered the origins of cryptic markings found in Aotearoa New Zealand’s deep sea.
The 2022 Tonga volcanic eruption triggered the fastest underwater flow ever recorded.

NIWA scientists are predicting that this year’s ozone hole will stay around for longer than usual, potentially lasting into early summer. 

NIWA’s Principal Scientist - Atmosphere and Climate, Dr Olaf Morgenstern, says this is largely due to a combination of climate change and the 2022 Tonga volcanic eruption. 

New research shows that in some cases, lifting houses may be a cost-effective way to reduce intermittent flooding risk.
A new NIWA study in Wellington Harbour will help scientists find untapped drinking water around the world.
NIWA has launched a $5 million per year package of new projects aiming to tackle some of New Zealand’s most pressing challenges, including responding to and preparing for extreme weather events.

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