Taranaki

New Zealand photographer Brendan Larsen captured a night sky image over Taranaki showing dozens of satellite trails, and the picture has spread widely online. The image highlights the growing number of Starlink and other satellites crowding low Earth orbit, and has reignited debate among stargazers and astronomers about light pollution and the impact of mega-constellations on the night sky.

An image of the night sky over Taranaki, New Zealand, has gone viral after revealing the sheer number of satellites now passing overhead. The picture, shared by Stuff, shows dozens of satellite trails streaking across the sky, sparking discussion about light pollution and the impact of large satellite constellations on astronomy. It is drawing attention in New Zealand and Canada.

A photograph of the night sky above Taranaki, New Zealand, has gone viral for showing the sheer number of satellites now orbiting Earth. The image, reportedly captured by Brendan Larsen and circulated via satellite photography circles, has drawn widespread attention to how crowded low Earth orbit has become, with many commenting on the growing visual impact of satellite constellations on the natural night sky.

New Plymouth Raceway has been placed in lockdown as the racing club responds to a highly contagious infection at the venue. The measure is aimed at containing the spread of the disease while the club works through affected animals or facilities. The specific infection has not been confirmed publicly, and the impact on upcoming race meetings in the Taranaki region remains to be seen.