Technology

Rocket Lab successfully launches 60th Electron

Rocket Lab USA has successfully launched its 60th Electron from New Zealand to deploy the next satellite in the Earth-imaging satellite constellation of real-time... Read More

Air NZ regional flights delayed by IT glitch

Air New Zealand's nationwide fleet of ATR 72 planes were grounded this morning due to an IT glitch. The airline has confirmed there was an issue that... Read More

Underground microbes may impact hydrogen storage

A groundbreaking study into underground microbes that could influence hydrogen storage in Aotearoa is being conducted by University of Canterbury (UC) Microbiology... Read More

Keeping mobiles working during a natural disaster

A working cellphone can be the difference between life and death during a natural disaster. When cellphones failed to transmit emergency alerts in 2019 wildfires... Read More

Rotorua team defend Red Bull Trolley GP title

Of course it's just a race. But the team at Rotorua's Red Stag Timber have a bit of skin in the game and want to win - again. The Red Bull Trolley Grand Prix,... Read More

Police urge online safety to help protect children

New Zealand Police are urging parents and caregivers to be alert to the potential online risks children and young people face. Today marks Safer Internet... Read More

Battery storage technology on Greerton poles

Powerco is installing low voltage Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) on five power poles in the Tauranga suburb of Greerton in a trial aimed at helping supply... Read More

Young Ocean Explorers 21 day challenge

Young Ocean Explorers is on a mission to transform how we view and care for New Zealand's stunning ocean. Through their revolutionary 21 Day Challenge, they... Read More

AI-powered tool to combat wildfire danger

A new wildfire forecasting system that updates using real-time weather data could help firefighters protect lives and property from a growing global threat. Developed... Read More

Google Maps: 20 years of mapping the world

Google Maps turns 20 on February 8, marking two decades since its desktop debut in 2005. What started as a simple tool to help people 'get from point A to point... Read More

Bay of Plenty: Hotspot for animal motor collisions

Bay of Plenty was one of the top regions where animal collisions occurred in 2024, according to AA Insurance's claims data. New research from AA Insurance... Read More

Ex-All Blacks feature on new concussion podcast

A new podcast featuring AUT academics and former All Blacks is hoping to demystify concussions and provide greater insight into the risks and benefits of playing... Read More