Ngā Kōrero III Webinar: The ocean is a major influence on weather and climate

Thu, 09 October 2025

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Explore the important role the ocean plays in or daily weather as well as our long-term climate, and find out about the latest research on how things are changing and what that means for Aotearoa New Zealand.

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About the series

Our moderator Alison Ballance is an award-winning author and former producer of Radio New Zealand’s weekly science and environment programme ‘Our Changing World’. She brings her passion for sharing knowledge and stories, as well as her background as a zoologist, wildlife filmmaker, writer, radio producer and diver.

This webinar is part of our Ngā Kōrero III series, supported by the New Zealand National Commission for UNESCO, aiming to bring Ocean Literacy Principles to life. In this series you will meet experts in marine science and mātauranga Māori, learn about new discoveries and progress in marine protection, and increase awareness of opportunities for action. Hear from a diverse range of speakers including scientists, adventurers, advocates, holders of traditional Māori knowledge, and community leaders.