The enormous system of Atlantic currents known as AMOC appears to be slowing, bringing changes in climate around the world.
Today is International Unplugged Day, with new research showing how digital distractions are affecting our health and wellbeing.
The creek is home to a range of wildlife including eels, trout, herons and spoonbill.
More than 10,000 people reported feeling the earthquake, which struck 5km south-west of Wellington shortly before 7.30am.
The fire started in Awarua, south of Kaikohe, at about 12.30pm on Friday and spread over 10 hectares of scrub, destroying one building.
In this weeks Newsmakers Revisited, Michael talks more about the 2005 US Open, the reason he was wearing a smelly shirt and why winning one major was enough.
Figures from AA Insurance show 60% of Aucklanders believe it's a growing issue in the region.
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred is moving across Moreton Bay and is expected to cross the mainland coast, between Maroochydore and Brisbane, near Bribie Island, early Saturday morning.
It comes as Finland's ambassador tells Winston Peters shipyards from his country are very interested in the contract.
