Southern Lights
Southern Skies - astronomy in Aotearoa
Looking skyward and the importance the stars have had historically for Aotearoa-New Zealand. Science writer Naomi Arnold's book Southern Nights: The story of New Zealand's night sky from the Southern… Audio, Gallery
New night sky sanctuary tipped to shine a spotlight on Stewart Island
A boon for the island's economy is being predicted after it was recently accredited as an official Dark Sky Sanctuary.
'I was speechless' - Aurora Australis stuns astro-enthusiast
Last night's Aurora Australis was the most amazing display an astrophotographer has ever seen, he says.
Spectacular Aurora display not over yet
Aurora hunters who were treated to an unusually intense and widespread display of the Southern Lights over the weekend could strike it lucky again tonight. Audio
Aurora Australis puts on a show
Astronomer Ian Griffin says the first commercial flight for people hoping to see the southern lights, Aurora Australis, was literally a spectacular success. Audio, Gallery
'Flight to the lights' set for take off
A private chartered flight with more than 100 people on board will fly as far south as Antarctica to capture magical views of the Aurora Australis. Video, Audio
Headquarters: SJD
SJD takes us inside his West Auckland studio for a session with Sandy Mill. Featuring songs from Saint John Divine and Southern Lights. Video, Audio