Night Sky
Protecting the night sky
So many creatures thrive in the dark - do we need better protection against light pollution? Audio
Fiordland could become the next Dark Sky Park
Fiordland's brilliant night sky could become the second largest Dark Sky Park in the world. Work is already underway with hopes this will bring domestic and international visitors into the region. The… Audio
Southern Skies - astronomy in Aotearoa
Looking skyward and the importance the stars have had historically for Aotearoa-New Zealand. Science writer Naomi Arnold's book Southern Nights: The story of New Zealand's night sky from the Southern… Audio, Gallery
British space scientist Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock
Space scientist Maggie Aderin-Pocock is the co-presenter of Britain's long running astronomy programme,The Sky at Night. Dr Aderin-Pocock became obsessed with space as a schoolgirl. She has Bachelor… Audio
Dark skies, happy aurora watchers
Science communication student Pam Cornes finds out what motivates Dunedin's keen band of aurora watchers and night sky enthusiasts, and hears why they are pushing for the city to be part of a Dark Sky… Audio