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Mohikinui decision- too much risk

The two articles linked below set out the different positions  held in relation to this dam and illustrate the classic tensions between use and protection of natural resources:

 

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/environment/news/article.cfm?c_id=39&objectid=10807702

http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/6968285/Mokihinui-hydro-project-lost-opportunity

By
Pippa Wallace
on May 23, 2012 5:17 PM | | Comments (0)

The cost of supercities

Auckland Council is looking at downsizing its staffing and streamlining its operating following the council mergers.The following article discusses the potential changes and some of the operational implications of creating a supercity: www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm

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By
Pippa Wallace
on May 9, 2012 9:27 AM | | Comments (0)

Sustainable urbanism

Professor Michael Neumann, University New South Wales,  provides an excellent presentation on sustainable urbanism on the you tube link below. If you are in a hurry the actual presentation starts approximately 12 minutes in:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIwOGXaJB14

 

By
Pippa Wallace
on April 26, 2012 3:43 PM | | Comments (0)

The secret lives of bees- what we didn't know

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A dramatic decline in bees worldwide has been puzzling experts and causing serious concern for those engaged in activities dependant on pollination or honey production.

Continue reading The secret lives of bees- what we didn't know.
By
Pippa Wallace
on April 2, 2012 10:22 AM | | Comments (1)

Does God care about climate change?

Check out this recent investigation in a religiously diverse district in the US:www.guardian.co.uk/environment/interactive/2012/jan/26/god-care-climate-change-video

By
Pippa Wallace
on March 29, 2012 3:34 PM | | Comments (0)

Fukushima nuclear radiation

Read about the continued issues associated with the crippled Fukushima nuclear reactors www.guardian.co.uk/environment/2012/mar/28/fukushima-reactor-radiation-levels

By
Pippa Wallace
on March 29, 2012 3:05 PM | | Comments (1)

Snot eels and the gagging slime effect

James Cameron has just dived to the deepest part of the Earth's ocean, recounting a tale of a flat, barren almost gelatinous landscape. http://www.nzherald.co.nz/environment/news/article.cfm?c_id=39&objectid=10794863. To see a video view:www.guardian.co.uk/environment/video/2012/mar/27/james-cameron-ocean-deepest-video

Continue reading Snot eels and the gagging slime effect.
By
Pippa Wallace
on March 29, 2012 2:16 PM | | Comments (0)

Tunnels under towns: Waihi and the resource consents

Copy of janeys birthday and karangahake 051.JPGRead about the offers being made to the Waihi community in relation to proposed mining developments under the eastern side of Waihi:www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm
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Pippa Wallace
on March 20, 2012 11:23 AM | | Comments (4)

Houses being swallowed by the sea- who should pay?

Copy of whangaumu in storm july 2011.JPGIf beach front house are threatened by rising tides, should beach owners be permitted to construct groynes and other coastal barriers to limit the impact of the sea on their homes and properties? If they do, should these works be subsidised by the council, and thus be partially attributed to the general rate?

This is a debate that is occurring in many coastal areas in New Zealand, with many councils considering options for managed retreat of coastal property from the frontline. This linked article  the problems arising for the coastal community of Haumoana:www.stuff.co.nz/dominion-post/news/6583725/Beach-residents-fail-in-groyne-cost-bid

By
Pippa Wallace
on March 20, 2012 11:00 AM | | Comments (2)

Do young people care about the environment?

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This recent study says not so much. Is it right?

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/environment/news/article.cfm?c_id=39&objectid=10792537

By
Pippa Wallace
on March 16, 2012 3:13 PM | | Comments (2)
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