The Latest Breaking News from Massey University

Parakeets Recolonise Raoul: Predator purge brings parrots back; food now limits revival

The successful eradication of invasive species like cats and rats from Raoul Island between 2002 and 2004 has paved the way for the return of the Kermadec red-crowned parakeets after 172 long years. The 2008 survey showcased the remarkable resurgence of breeding activity, the first documented nesting since 1836. This…

The Times of India · Sep 25

A new way to measure the age of dolphins opens a window onto the lives of these iconic animals

Knowing the age of an animal reveals key information about how long it lives and when it reproduces.

The Conversation · Nov 13, 2025

What Is the New Zealand False Widow Spider? Invasive 'Alien Monsters' Carry Deadly Venom and Drug-Resistant Bacteria

Australia faces urgent warnings as the invasive New Zealand false widow spider spreads, posing dual threats through venomous bites and antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

International Business Times UK · Jul 3, 2025

NZ workers have unacceptably high exposures to carcinogens – they need better protection and long-term health monitoring

A recent survey suggests that 58% of workers in New Zealand are exposed to at least one cancer-causing agent at work. Almost one in three are exposed at a high level, at or above the standards set by WorkSafe New Zealand, and almost one in four are exposed to five…

The Conversation · Jun 29, 2023

Reimagining Pacific tourism by thinking local

Pacific Island people were resilient when tourism halted. Now that it’s reopening, the world could learn from what they want.

360info · Aug 31, 2022