Possums, rats and stoats beware - a new Artificial Intelligence trap is being added to New Zealand's predator-free campaign.

Designed by Critter Solutions, the device only triggers when it identifies a pest to keep inquisitive native birds safe.

They're being trialled in Auckland and Coromandel, supported by funding from the Government's Jobs for Nature Initiative.

Project lead Doctor Helen Blackie says the user is notified when the trap triggers, what species was caught and when it resets.

New Zealand has less than 10,000 days to reach its goal of eradicating pests by 2050.

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Possums, rats and stoats beware - a new Artificial Intelligence trap is being added to New Zealand's predator-free campaign.
Designed by Critter Solutions, the device only triggers when it identifies a pest to keep inquisitive native birds safe.
They're being trialled in Auckland and Coromandel, supported by funding from the Government's Jobs for Nature Initiative.
Project lead Doctor Helen Blackie says the user is notified when the trap triggers, what species was caught and when it resets.
New Zealand has less than 10,000 days to reach its goal of eradicating pests by 2050.
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Doctor Helen Blackie: Project lead on new Artificial Intelligence trap being added to New Zealand's predator-free campaign

Boeing is poised to launch astronauts to the International Space Station for Nasa.

The Boeing Starliner is set for launch tomorrow, years behind schedule and more than a billion dollars over budget. 

US correspondent Richard Arnold tells Mike Hosking Boeing has struggled with all sorts of technical issues as they work to become the alternate space operator.

When it was tested for the first time, the Starliner had a computer problem that put it in the wrong orbit – detrimental if it were to have had people on board.

Plus, the emergence of trillions of cicadas is under way in parts of the US. The invasion is expected to last for six weeks.

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Boeing is poised to launch astronauts to the International Space Station for Nasa. 
The Boeing Starliner is set for launch tomorrow, years behind schedule and more than a billion dollars over budget.  
US correspondent Richard Arnold tells Mike Hosking Boeing has struggled with all sorts of technical issues as they work to become the alternate space operator. 
When it was tested for the first time, the Starliner had a computer problem that put it in the wrong orbit – detrimental if it were to have had people on board. 
Plus, the emergence of trillions of cicadas is under way in parts of the US. The invasion is expected to last for six weeks. 
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Richard Arnold: US correspondent on Boeing being poised to launch Boeing Starliner into space, trillions of cicadas emerge

The cancellation of New Zealand Fashion Week has highlighted wider issues within our fashion community. 

A report commissioned by Mindful Fashion looking into the economic and cultural contributions found that last year, the sector added 7.8 billion to the economy, paid 4.4 billion in wages and contributed 1.9 percent to GDP. There are calls for the Government to engage with the sector.

Mindful Fashion Chief Executive Jacinta Fitzgerald tells Mike Hosking the industry spans a complex ecosystem of businesses from textiles through to design, manufacturing, retailing, education and media.

The report identifies where there are opportunities for the industry to grow its contribution to NZ.

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The cancellation of New Zealand Fashion Week has highlighted wider issues within our fashion community.  
A report commissioned by Mindful Fashion looking into the economic and cultural contributions found that last year, the sector added 7.8 billion to the economy, paid 4.4 billion in wages and contributed 1.9 percent to GDP. There are calls for the Government to engage with the sector. 
Mindful Fashion Chief Executive Jacinta Fitzgerald tells Mike Hosking the industry spans a complex ecosystem of businesses from textiles through to design, manufacturing, retailing, education and media. 
The report identifies where there are opportunities for the industry to grow its contribution to NZ. 
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Jacinta Fitzgerald: Chief Executive of Mindful Fashion on report into fashion's economic and cultural contributions to NZ

More protesters have been arrested as students continue to demonstrate at US universities.

Police dismantled a Pro-Palestine camp set up in front of Royce Hall at the University of California, making more than 200 arrests.

US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking that the protests turned to mayhem after midnight and fights erupted when pro-Israel counter protesters tried to storm the camp.

He said that flares and fireworks were launched over the encampment, and although no one was killed or seriously injured, it was pretty ugly and threatening.

At least 2000 people total have been arrested at protests across the country in the last few weeks.

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More protesters have been arrested as students continue to demonstrate at US universities. 
Police dismantled a Pro-Palestine camp set up in front of Royce Hall at the University of California, making more than 200 arrests. 
US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking that the protests turned to mayhem after midnight and fights erupted when pro-Israel counter protesters tried to storm the camp. 
He said that flares and fireworks were launched over the encampment, and although no one was killed or seriously injured, it was pretty ugly and threatening. 
At least 2000 people total have been arrested at protests across the country in the last few weeks. 
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Doctor Helen Blackie: Project lead on new Artificial Intelligence trap being added to New Zealand's predator-free campaign

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