Coastal sea levels may be higher than previously thought – Expert Reaction

Police given powers to order homeless to ‘move-on’ – Expert Reaction

Dog attacks spark calls for change – Expert Reaction

A dengue death in the Cook Islands is a reminder that community cooperation is the most vital tool in transmission reduction, AUT's Dr Hammed Fatoyinbo tells the Science Media centre @smcnz.bsky.social

Which Aotearoa bug is best? – In the News

Dengue control underway in Cook Islands – Expert Reaction

How do we stop lithium batteries from burning up in the bin? – Expert Q&A

NZ space launch limit to increase tenfold – Expert Reaction

It's the final day to apply to work with the SMC! Get your CV in by 5pm (12 Feb). www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz/2026/01/27/w...

New spots have opened up in next week's media training in Whakatū Nelson - a rare opportunity for researchers in the region to attend a local SAVVY workshop. 19-20 February, needs-based funding available. Apply now! www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz/science-medi...

Want to work with a dynamic team helping connect scientists with the media? Applications close at 5pm tomorrow (12 Feb). www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz/2026/01/27/w...

Wellington’s sewage spill prompts health warnings – Expert Reaction

Time is running out to apply to to work with the SMC! Get your CV in by this Thursday (12 Feb). www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz/2026/01/27/w...

Obesity linked to severe infection risk – Expert Reaction

How Wellington’s wastewater failure could impact sea life – Expert Reaction

Moa Point wastewater plant shuts down – Expert Reaction

NZ’s critical minerals on the world stage – Expert Reaction

Transgender and cisgender women have similar physical fitness – Expert Reaction

Want to work at the interface of science and journalism - helping make complex topics accessible to the public of Aotearoa New Zealand? Then check out our new job opening here: www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz/2026/01/27/w...

We’re hiring: Kaimanaaki Pāpāho | Media Advisor role

Shifting power use to off-peak hours could save NZ $3 billion

Landslides still a risk following rains – Expert Reaction

Parts of North Island hit by record-breaking rains – Expert Reaction

“Bad behaviour” begets “bad behaviour” in AI – Expert Reaction

Manage My Health data breach – Expert Reaction

Crayfish catch ban floated to protect kelp forests – Expert Reaction

Top 10 Science Stories of 2025

Glyphosate safety paper retracted after 25 years – Expert Reaction

RMA out: fewer plans, fewer consents – Expert Reaction

Australia’s teen social media ban takes effect – Expert Reaction

Roadside drug testing starts in Wellington region this month – Expert Reaction

WHO recommends Ozempic-style weight loss drugs for obesity – Expert Reaction

Shipping and aviation emissions excluded from NZ’s climate targets – Expert Reaction

Yellow-legged hornets in Auckland – Expert Q&A

Latest research on managing our wildlife – Expert Reaction

We have two spots open in next week's media training workshop for researchers - apply now, or get in touch if you have any questions!

Climate deal reached at COP30 – Expert Reaction

Government halts new puberty blocker prescriptions – Expert Reaction

40-year water fluoridation study finds no negative effect on brain development – Expert Reaction

Ultra-processed foods are taking over our diets – Expert Reaction

Asbestos-contaminated kids’ play sand recalled – Expert Reaction

Wellington researchers - your best chance at getting into a SAVVY workshop is here! We still have places available in our media skills workshop on 4-5 December. Apply **ASAP** www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz/science-medi...

We still have places available in our media skills workshop in Wellington on 4-5 December. Apply **ASAP** for your best chance at what many describe as one of the most valuable professional development courses out there: www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz/science-medi...

Tongariro’s unique ecosystem up in flames – Expert Reaction

Speaking more than one language could protect against aging – Expert Reaction

NZ’s climate law to change – Expert Reaction

Nelson researchers: Find out why experts come away from our media training with more confidence, clarity, and contacts. We're bringing SAVVY to the Top of the South for the first time, this February. More info and apply here: www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz/science-medi...

Nelson! We're excited to be bringing our SAVVY media training workshop to your city for the first time. 19-20 February, sign up here: www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz/science-medi...

What you should know ahead of Measles Immunisation Week – Expert Reaction

COP30 to focus on limiting warming, climate finance – Expert Reaction