Scientists have found a new ghost shark that lives exclusively in the deep waters of Australia and New Zealand. 

NIWA has been awarded $10.2m to investigate an invasive clam that was only recently discovered in New Zealand waters.

A new NIWA-led study has found that climate change increased the amount of total rainfall during Cyclone Gabrielle by 10%.

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NIWA is using updated climate projections to help New Zealanders better understand climate-related risks.

NIWA’s new research vessel, Kaharoa II, will be in the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park/ Ko te Pataka kai o Tīkapa Moana Te Moananui-ā-Toi over the next three weeks, filming underwater habitats.

NIWA’s brand-new research vessel, Kaharoa II, was officially christened by Minister Judith Collins today. 

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Commercial-scale production of kingfish - a high-value, white-fleshed finfish to complement salmon - is now a reality in New Zealand. 

A $20 million investment in NIWA’s world-leading climate, marine and freshwater science and advanced technologies.