The Tawaki Project based at the University of Otago and driven by the mahi of international researchers, has taken a deep-dive into the population genetics of three Aotearoa crested penguin species – tawaki/Fiordland penguins, erect-crested penguins, and Eastern rockhopper penguins.
Findings reveal how genetic health and marine habitat changes have impacted these species.
For this week’s Green Desk, Host Sara spoke with co-leader of the project, Dr Thomas Mattern about what the study learned about these penguin populations, starting with a general overview of the research
The Tawaki Project based at the University of Otago and driven by the mahi of international researchers, has taken a deep-dive into the population genetics of three Aotearoa crested penguin species – tawaki/Fiordland penguins, erect-crested penguins, and Eastern rockhopper penguins.
Findings reveal how genetic health and marine habitat changes have impacted these species.
For this week’s Green Desk, Host Sara spoke with co-leader of the project, Dr Thomas Mattern about what the study learned about these penguin populations, starting with a general overview of the research
Rosetta and Milly catch up with Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson for a kōrero about Auckland Council's plan for building 2 million new homes and increasing building density, and the Council's claim that it has delivered ratepayers with $600 million in financial benefits over the last three years. Whakarongo mai nei!
For Dear Science this week, our expert, Dr Daniel Thomas all about ‘interactions’
For our weekly catchup with the National Party, Host Sara spoke to MP Carl Bates about the government’s plans to fix up the supermarket duopoly, changes to the Alcohol Sale and Supply act, and Judith Collins legislation for Defence Force workers
For Green Desk, Sara spoke to University of Otago’s Dr Thomas Mattern about the Tawaki Project on New Zealand’s penguin populations
Faith spoke to psychological medicine researcher Dr. Aida Dehkhoda about assisted dying, and how doctors, patients, and their families can be better supported
Today on Rātu Brekkie: Rosetta and Milly catch up with Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson for Isthmus'n That, and PhD candidate Liam Kokaua is up for Ready Steady Learn. Whakarongo mai nei!
Playlist
Tirzah - Holding On
Joe Kaptein - Sleepy Space Cadet
Matthew Herbert, Herbert, Momoko Gill - Calm Water
Anthonie Tonnon - Water Underground
Charlotte Dos Santos - Pot Of Gold
Minnie Riperton - Les Fleurs
Saya Gray - SHELL ( OF A MAN )
Mel Parsons - Be Here Now
Moon Panda - Superstore
Goya - Bulldozer
Nadia Reid - Not Giving It Out
SCRAN - The Verge
David Kilgour & the Heavy Eights - Smoke you right out of here
Community Treatment Order - Husk
Dimmer - Evolution
ardini orca - Soaked
Lucrecia Dalt, Nick Leon, Camille Mandoki - caes - Nick Leon Dub
In the past week, we’ve seen several noteworthy legislative moves across sectors.
First, the government is seeking to address New Zealand’s supermarket duopoly as the cost of groceries for kiwi remains high across the motu.
Economic Minister Nicola Willis announced numerous legislative changes that she hopes will improve supermarket competition in New Zealand.
Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee has also shared some proposed changes to the Alcohol Sale and Supply Act, including limiting barriers to the approval of liquor licenses and making it easier to provide alcohol in special circumstances.
Finally, Defence Minister Judith Collins has approved changes that make it easier for the Defence Force to cover the operations of striking workers.
Tuesday Wire Host Sara spoke to Bates about these topics.
Today on Ready Steady Learn, Milly and Rosetta have a kōrero with PhD candidate in Pacific Studies Liam Kokaua, whose research topic is ʻWhat are the opportunities and challenges to revitalise the pondfield landscapes within the Takuva’ine Water Catchment?’ The trio chat all things ancient taro growing methods, kai sovereignty, and climate resilience. Whakarongo mai nei!
Audio Engineer, songwriter and local legend Em joins Crawley in the bFM studio to chat about her gorgeous new track Lucky Star, more music to come, and the alternate piano version (featuring Arahi) of her new track available over on Bandcamp. Whakarongo mai nei!
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