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Satellites are making the night sky brighter — as a launch site, New Zealand has a duty to combat light pollution


New Zealand's rapidly growing space industry, driven by private ventures, faces challenges with light pollution affecting Indigenous astronomy. Balancing economic growth and environmental protection is crucial.

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