NIWA's educational resources and scientific data are tools for young people to learn about science.

When fresh water meets salty water - a classroom exercise that explores the physics of estuaries.

View a collection of maps showing the impact of past El Niño and La Niña events.

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.

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

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.