Paul Buchanan

Stuart Nash on US military satellite launch in NZ: ‘I have not received an application’

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A controversial Rocket Lab mission designed to improve US military targeting capabilities is slated to launch from the Mahia Peninsula next month, but Stuart Nash says he’s yet to approve it. Update: On 22 February The Spinoff reported that the Minister has now approved the Gunsmoke-J satellite for launch.  The minister responsible for New Zealand’s space … Read more

The Bulletin: Trees aren’t a climate change credit card

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Good morning, and welcome to The Bulletin. In today’s edition: Climate change report recommends major changes to land use and policy, Westland hit by heavy flooding, and St John in trouble with paramedics over donations call. The Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment has released a major new report into New Zealand’s approach to greenhouse gas emissions. There’s … Read more