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The Star
3 days ago
- Science
- The Star
Coral reefs face race against time as climate change outpaces their survival, says study
WELLINGTON/SOUTH-EAST ASIA (Xinhua): New research shows coral reefs cannot migrate to cooler waters fast enough to survive climate change, as relocation would take centuries, far outpaced by rapid ocean warming, a New Zealand expert said on Saturday. A major study, published in Science Advances, finds that even modest cuts to emissions could be crucial for the survival of coral reefs beyond 2100, according to Christopher Cornwall, one of the authors of the study and senior lecturer in marine biology at New Zealand's Victoria University of Wellington. Earlier theories proposed that tropical coral species could escape warming seas by "expanding poleward and establishing new, higher latitude coral reefs," Cornwall said. "Unfortunately, while we've confirmed that coral reef range expansion will indeed eventually occur, the biggest coral losses are expected in the next 50 years, meaning these new, higher-latitude reefs won't form fast enough to save most tropical corals," he said. "Places like northern Florida, southern Australia, and southern Japan might eventually see new reefs, but not soon enough to help many tropical coral species survive the 21st century," he added. Researchers modeling 50,000 reef sites under three emissions scenarios project that even 1.5-2 degrees Celsius of warming could reduce coral populations by a third by 2100, with recovery taking hundreds of years. Coral reefs, which support a third of all marine species and millions of livelihoods, especially in low- and middle-income countries, are highly vulnerable to environmental changes, with their decline expected to worsen as climate change continues, the study said. Researchers stress that mitigating non-climate stressors, such as pollution, could improve resilience in both existing and future reef habitats. - Xinhua
NZ Herald
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NZ Herald
NZ Herald Live: Winston Peters and Chris Bishop pre-Budget rail announcement
Starting in July 2021 to December 2024, see how the builder worked on this Kelburn site of Te Herenga Waka Victoria University of Wellington. Video / Te Herenga Waka America's Cup-winning helmsman Peter Burling discusses his success with and exit from Team New Zealand, and what's next. Video / Alyse Wright Social Investment Agency boss Andy Coster has responsibility for a new $190 million fund to tackle social problems. Video / NZ Herald How To Get Rid Of Acne For Good, According To An Expert Police were called to Settlement Road outside Papakura Intermediate School, where a man was found with serious injuries. Video / Dean Purcell A kiwi musician claims he was discriminated against after being refused entry to a downtown Auckland bar for breaking a tattoo policy that the bar will not provide to him. Christchurch local captures moment masked raiders take over a Christchurch Metro-Mart. Video / Supplied It's been six months since I interviewed Rocket Lab chief executive Sir Peter Beck. We have a lot to discuss following the space company's Q1 earnings! Video / Cameron Pitney US calls for leader-level peace talks, apprentice numbers drop, and Wellington fights public bullying in new campaign. Naples, Italy, has been confirmed as the host of the 38th America's Cup. Raised in the shadows – Canterbury artist Sheelagh McHaffie draws the light she's fought to find. Video / Frank Film Made with funding from NZ on Air. MetService National Weather Update: May 15 - May 18 Brooke van Velden thinks it is odd Winston Peters would criticise her for using the c-word. NZ Herald Business Editor-at-large, Liam Dann breaks down all you need to know about the upcoming budget. Video / NZ Herald Willis emphasises it should not be weaponised against women. Video / Jason Dorday
NZ Herald
18-05-2025
- Climate
- NZ Herald
Shopkeepers foil robbery attempt in Manukau
Starting in July 2021 to December 2024, see how the builder worked on this Kelburn site of Te Herenga Waka Victoria University of Wellington. Video / Te Herenga Waka America's Cup-winning helmsman Peter Burling discusses his success with and exit from Team New Zealand, and what's next. Video / Alyse Wright Social Investment Agency boss Andy Coster has responsibility for a new $190 million fund to tackle social problems. Video / NZ Herald How To Get Rid Of Acne For Good, According To An Expert Police were called to Settlement Road outside Papakura Intermediate School, where a man was found with serious injuries. Video / Dean Purcell A Nelson-based alarm and security systems company shared a video of a suspected drunk driver slamming through its doors at full speed. Video / Nelson Alarms Security Systems A kiwi musician claims he was discriminated against after being refused entry to a downtown Auckland bar for breaking a tattoo policy that the bar will not provide to him. Christchurch local captures moment masked raiders take over a Christchurch Metro-Mart. Video / Supplied It's been six months since I interviewed Rocket Lab chief executive Sir Peter Beck. We have a lot to discuss following the space company's Q1 earnings! Video / Cameron Pitney US calls for leader-level peace talks, apprentice numbers drop, and Wellington fights public bullying in new campaign. Naples, Italy, has been confirmed as the host of the 38th America's Cup. Raised in the shadows – Canterbury artist Sheelagh McHaffie draws the light she's fought to find. Video / Frank Film Made with funding from NZ on Air. MetService National Weather Update: May 15 - May 18 Brooke van Velden thinks it is odd Winston Peters would criticise her for using the c-word. NZ Herald Business Editor-at-large, Liam Dann breaks down all you need to know about the upcoming budget. Video / NZ Herald
NZ Herald
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NZ Herald
Whanganui festival features Ockham winners Ngāhuia Te Awekōtuku, Damien Wilkins
He is the director of the International Institute of Modern Letters at Victoria University of Wellington. Aauthor Witi Ihimaera called Delirious a novel of 'grace and humanity'. 'These are flawed and immensely satisfying characters – you close your eyes at the faulty, circuitous routes they take. Delirious is a marvel of a book,' he said Te Awekōtuku is an academic specialising in Māori cultural issues, a lesbian activist, and the first Māori woman to earn a PhD. She was awarded the General Non-Fiction Award for her memoir Hine Toa: A Story of Bravery. Novelist and poet Dame Fiona Kidman called the memoir 'extraordinary, vivid, riveting'. 'I learned, I laughed and I wept over this book,' she said. Eight more acclaimed speakers for the Whanganui festival will be announced in June, with the full event programme released in July. 'We can assure you that we have some exciting surprises in store,' White said. 'There's a fantastic mix of voices and genres, something for every kind of booklover, as well as some interesting events in the pipeline.' The festival was a good reason for out-of-towners to visit Whanganui, she said. 'This is the perfect excuse to start planning a weekend escape to one of New Zealand's most creative and culturally rich cities. 'With numerous literary festival events hosted at the iconic Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery, it's also a great opportunity to explore this stunning gallery, which has recently reopened after a major redevelopment and to soak up the charms of Whanganui's heritage and cultural precinct with Whanganui Regional Museum nearby.'
Scoop
12-05-2025
- General
- Scoop
Gowns Flying, Whānau Crying—It Must Be Te Herenga Waka Graduation Week
Press Release – Victoria University of Wellington Te Herenga WakaVictoria University of Wellingtons graduates will honour the community that saw them through and the connections they have made, as they cross the stage. With over 2,600 graduates, two parades, and eight ceremonies, this May graduation will fill Wellington's streets with cloaked and capped graduates. Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington's graduates will honour the community that saw them through and the connections they have made, as they cross the stage. Among those crossing the stage this graduation will be Luamanuvao Dame Winnie Laban, our first Assistant Vice-Chancellor (Pasifika), who is being awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Literature, after leaving her position at the start of this year. The inaugural recipients of our Master of Criminology, as well as an early graduate of the Bachelor of Global Studies, will also be graduating in the May ceremonies. Parades on Tuesday 13 and Thursday 15 May will see graduates walk from the Government Buildings to Queens Wharf Square, before our ceremonies are held at Michael Fowler Centre. 'This is a time to recognise academic achievement, but also to acknowledge the perseverance and resilience it has taken our graduates to achieve their goals. 'We are in a time of global change, but our graduates have developed values and relationships that will sustain them throughout their lives,' says Chancellor Alan Judge, who will preside over graduation for the first time in his new role. 'To our graduates—our future leaders and innovators, I look forward to walking alongside as you lead us into the future with creativity, empathy, and determination,' says Mr Judge. The University will award PhDs to 50 graduates at the May ceremony. These graduates have added significantly to research in their fields, across the sciences, social sciences, arts, and beyond. Vice-Chancellor Nic Smith says this cohort of graduates deserve every moment of praise for their incredible accomplishments. 'Our graduates are wonderful ambassadors for the remarkable work taking place at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington. The impact of our university on society is significant, and we are proud to see our graduates take their skills, connections, and commitment to community into the public, creative, and commercial sectors that underpin our society. 'I look forward to witnessing the contributions they will make as they join our global network of 150,000 alumni. Congratulations to all our graduates — we celebrate your achievements and look forward to your future successes.'
