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The untapped power of ocean winds – why New Zealand is looking offshore for future renewable energy

April 6, 2023

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Craig Stevens, Professor in Ocean Physics, National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research Nathan Stirk/Getty Images The latest synthesis report released by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) makes it clear we need to prepare for intensifying impacts, while also cutting emissions dramatically. One beacon of ... <a title="The untapped power of ocean winds – why New Zealand is looking offshore for future renewable energy" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/04/06/the-untapped-power-of-ocean-winds-why-new-zealand-is-looking-offshore-for-future-renewable-energy-202335/" aria-label="Read more about The untapped power of ocean winds – why New Zealand is looking offshore for future renewable energy">Read more</a>

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I’ve created a monstera! How to care for the ‘Swiss cheese plant’ in your life

April 6, 2023

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Gregory Moore, Senior Research Associate, School of Ecosystem and Forest Sciences, The University of Melbourne Shutterstock When I was growing up monsteras (sometimes known as monsteria) were not all that common, but neither were indoor plants. In fact, monsteras were out of fashion back then – but ... <a title="I’ve created a monstera! How to care for the ‘Swiss cheese plant’ in your life" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/04/06/ive-created-a-monstera-how-to-care-for-the-swiss-cheese-plant-in-your-life-202851/" aria-label="Read more about I’ve created a monstera! How to care for the ‘Swiss cheese plant’ in your life">Read more</a>

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Holiday help! An art expert suggests screen-free things to do in every room of the house

April 6, 2023

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Naomi Zouwer, Visual Artist and Lecturer in Teacher Education, University of Canberra Keren Fedida/Unsplash School holidays can feel like a marathon if all the kids want to do is watch TV, play Minecraft or repeatedly ask you for the iPad. There are lots of things you can ... <a title="Holiday help! An art expert suggests screen-free things to do in every room of the house" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/04/06/holiday-help-an-art-expert-suggests-screen-free-things-to-do-in-every-room-of-the-house-202947/" aria-label="Read more about Holiday help! An art expert suggests screen-free things to do in every room of the house">Read more</a>

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What The Jetsons got right, and very wrong, about the future of work

April 6, 2023

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Agustin Chevez, Workplace Futures Research Lead, Centre for the New Workforce., Swinburne University of Technology George Jetson at work. Hanna-Barbera Sixty years ago the animated series The Jetsons finished its first and only season before being cancelled. Just 24 episodes were broadcast between September 1962 and March ... <a title="What The Jetsons got right, and very wrong, about the future of work" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/04/06/what-the-jetsons-got-right-and-very-wrong-about-the-future-of-work-202608/" aria-label="Read more about What The Jetsons got right, and very wrong, about the future of work">Read more</a>

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Since the late 19th century, adventurous female ‘eclipse chasers’ have contributed to science in Australia

April 6, 2023

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Toner Stevenson, Honorary history affiliate in the School of Humanities, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, University of Sydney Elizabeth Campbell operating the Floyd Telescope, 1922 total solar eclipse. State Library Western Australia 4131B/3/8, enhanced detail, Author provided A total solar eclipse is a remarkable alignment of ... <a title="Since the late 19th century, adventurous female ‘eclipse chasers’ have contributed to science in Australia" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/04/06/since-the-late-19th-century-adventurous-female-eclipse-chasers-have-contributed-to-science-in-australia-200552/" aria-label="Read more about Since the late 19th century, adventurous female ‘eclipse chasers’ have contributed to science in Australia">Read more</a>

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Here’s why having chocolate can make you feel great or a bit sick – plus 4 tips for better eating

April 6, 2023

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Saman Khalesi, Postdoctoral Fellow of the National Heart Foundation & Senior Lecturer and Discipline Lead in Nutrition, School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences, CQUniversity Australia Shutterstock Australians are predicted to spend around A$1.7 billion on chocolates, hot cross buns and other special foods this Easter season. ... <a title="Here’s why having chocolate can make you feel great or a bit sick – plus 4 tips for better eating" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/04/06/heres-why-having-chocolate-can-make-you-feel-great-or-a-bit-sick-plus-4-tips-for-better-eating-202848/" aria-label="Read more about Here’s why having chocolate can make you feel great or a bit sick – plus 4 tips for better eating">Read more</a>

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Dingo attacks are rare – but here’s what you need to know about dingo safety

April 6, 2023

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Bill Bateman, Associate professor, Curtin University Luis Cristofori/Shutterstock Australia has an ambivalent relationship with dingoes – to some they are almost magical representations of our arid landscapes, responsible for holding back a tide of foxes and feral cats, as found in some studies. To others they are ... <a title="Dingo attacks are rare – but here’s what you need to know about dingo safety" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/04/06/dingo-attacks-are-rare-but-heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-dingo-safety-203233/" aria-label="Read more about Dingo attacks are rare – but here’s what you need to know about dingo safety">Read more</a>

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The crucifixion gap: why it took hundreds of years for art to depict Jesus dying on the cross

April 6, 2023

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Robyn J. Whitaker, Associate Professor, New Testament, Pilgrim Theological College, University of Divinity Pavias Andreas, The Crucifixion, second half of the 15th century National Gallery – Alexandros Soutsos Museum The cross, or crucifix, is arguably the central image of Christianity. What’s the difference between the two? A ... <a title="The crucifixion gap: why it took hundreds of years for art to depict Jesus dying on the cross" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/04/06/the-crucifixion-gap-why-it-took-hundreds-of-years-for-art-to-depict-jesus-dying-on-the-cross-202348/" aria-label="Read more about The crucifixion gap: why it took hundreds of years for art to depict Jesus dying on the cross">Read more</a>

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How does the Liberal Party’s Voice policy stack up against the proposed referendum?

April 6, 2023

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Anne Twomey, Professor emerita, University of Sydney Despite the political acrimony over the Voice referendum, what’s most striking is the similarities between the positions of the Coalition and the Labor government. Both agree Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples should be recognised in the Constitution. Both agree ... <a title="How does the Liberal Party’s Voice policy stack up against the proposed referendum?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/04/06/how-does-the-liberal-partys-voice-policy-stack-up-against-the-proposed-referendum-203352/" aria-label="Read more about How does the Liberal Party’s Voice policy stack up against the proposed referendum?">Read more</a>

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Can a ‘nature repair market’ really save Australia’s environment? It’s not perfect, but it’s worth a shot

April 6, 2023

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Hugh Possingham, Professor, The University of Queensland Mee Ko Dong/Shutterstock Australia has embarked on an experiment to create a market for biodiversity. No, we’re not talking about buying and selling wildlife, although, sadly, there is a black market for that. This is about repairing and restoring landscapes, ... <a title="Can a ‘nature repair market’ really save Australia’s environment? It’s not perfect, but it’s worth a shot" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/04/06/can-a-nature-repair-market-really-save-australias-environment-its-not-perfect-but-its-worth-a-shot-203126/" aria-label="Read more about Can a ‘nature repair market’ really save Australia’s environment? It’s not perfect, but it’s worth a shot">Read more</a>

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A mammoth meatball hints at a future of exotic lab-grown meats, but the reality will be far more boring, and rife with problems

April 6, 2023

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Hallam Stevens, Professor of Interdisciplinary Studies, James Cook University Mike Corder / AP Last week, an Australian “cultured meat” company called Vow made headlines with a meatball made from the flesh of a woolly mammoth – or something very much like it. Combining the technologies of lab-based ... <a title="A mammoth meatball hints at a future of exotic lab-grown meats, but the reality will be far more boring, and rife with problems" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/04/06/a-mammoth-meatball-hints-at-a-future-of-exotic-lab-grown-meats-but-the-reality-will-be-far-more-boring-and-rife-with-problems-203243/" aria-label="Read more about A mammoth meatball hints at a future of exotic lab-grown meats, but the reality will be far more boring, and rife with problems">Read more</a>

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Experiencing trauma can change some people’s outlook on life – sometimes for the better

April 6, 2023

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Alix Woolard, Postdoctoral research fellow, Telethon Kids Institute Joice Kelly/Unsplash Traumatic experiences are surprisingly common, with about three-quarters of the population dealing with some form of trauma at least once in their lives. This might mean experiencing things like abuse, violence or natural disasters. Experiencing a traumatic ... <a title="Experiencing trauma can change some people’s outlook on life – sometimes for the better" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/04/06/experiencing-trauma-can-change-some-peoples-outlook-on-life-sometimes-for-the-better-199088/" aria-label="Read more about Experiencing trauma can change some people’s outlook on life – sometimes for the better">Read more</a>