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Unravelling the Treaty of Waitangi debate: words matter, but so does history
Since Te Tiriti was signed there have been innumerable acts of Parliament, judicial decisions, Waitangi Tribunal reports and acts of government based on the understanding that Article 2 of te…
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The Water Planet
Welcome to the oceans. Want to know how it feels to dive 65m under the waves in a single breath? Or why worms in coral reefs are so exciting? Wildlife…
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8 ways that stopping overfishing will promote biodiversity and help address climate change
Amid the escalating threats of a warming world, and with the latest annual United Nations global climate conference (COP28) behind us, there is one critical message that’s often left out…
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New poll reveals widespread distrust in Shane Jones’ ability to do his job as Oceans and Fisheries Minister
Damning new polling data released today shows that only 15% of New Zealanders trust Minister Shane Jones to look after New Zealand’s ocean and fisheries, the job he’s entrusted to do in his Ministerial position.
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No time to lose for ocean protection as species face extinction
Greenpeace says the need for global ocean sanctuaries on the high seas is urgent and profound, with a new report revealing nearly half of all endangered migratory animals are in decline and one in five face extinction.
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Podcast: What does an economy that puts nature at the centre look like?
In the second season of the SystemShift podcast economists, researchers and innovators from around the world offer their solutions for a sustainable, thriving economy that is equitable and serves the interests of all.
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Migrating animals face collapsing numbers – major new UN report
The world’s travelling animals – marine turtles, whales, sharks, elephants, reptiles, wild cats, birds, and even insects – have entered a period of sharp decline, new research has found.
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One of NZ’s most contentious climate cases is moving forward. And the world is watching
In recent weeks, the Supreme Court of New Zealand has delivered a landmark decision on a case brought by Māori elder Mike Smith against a group of New Zealand’s largest…
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Cyclone Gabrielle anniversary – one year on, there is both despair and hope
One year ago this week, Cyclone Gabrielle hit Northland and began tracking down the country, causing widespread damage and killing 11 people.
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No community safe under Government’s proposed Fast-Track Consenting Bill
Environmental groups including Greenpeace Aotearoa have condemned the Government's proposed Fast-Track Consenting Bill, saying it threatens the environment and is a blow to democracy.