Because of its exposure to disturbed weather systems from the Tasman Sea, this climate zone is often quite windy, but has few climate extremes.

Tsunami is a Japanese word meaning great wave in harbour.

NIWA is leading a new six-year research project that seeks to increase our understanding of piharau/kanakana/lamprey, using Mātauranga Māori, social science and biophysical science approaches.

Virtual climate station estimates are produced every day, based on the spatial interpolation of actual data observations made at climate stations located around the country.

Here are some simple steps to minimise the effects of dairying on water quality and mahinga kai.

Urbanisation has changed the face of many waterways that flow through urban areas

A glossary of common climate change and meteorological terms.

There are different types of instrument available for measuring water level.

Wood chips and plant material make pulp that is used to produce paper products.