Richard Easther
Richard Easther is a physicist at the University of Auckland, recognized for his expertise in astrophysics. He has provided insights into various astronomical phenomena, including those related to rocket launches, explaining how the release of propellant can create visually stunning clouds illuminated by sunlight.
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Richard Easther is a professor of physics at the University of Auckland and will give a public lecture as part of Matariki 2026.
Matariki 2026: Artists, scientists and storytellers share their reflections
New Zealand· 2026-06-27
Prof Richard Easther from the University of Auckland discusses the visibility of the eclipse in New Zealand.
Rare ‘blood moon’ total lunar eclipse to loom over North America, Australia and New Zealand | Science
United Kingdom· 2026-03-02
Auckland University physics professor Richard Easther commented positively on the increase in rocket launches.
300GB of data stolen: Napier law firm Langley Twigg gains injunction as hacker appears to offer files online – Tech InsiderNew Zealand· 2026-02-13
Richard Easther, a University of Auckland physicist, says it was a mistake for New Zealand to invest in MethaneSat.
MethaneSat down: how New Zealand space ambitions fell off the radar | New ZealandUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-09
Professor Richard Easther from the University of Auckland described the celestial phenomenon as 'strange but easily explainable'.
Jutarnji list - Hrvate šokirala neobična pojava na nebu: Evo o čemu se najvjerojatnije radi
Croatia· 2025-03-24
Professor Richard Easther from the University of Auckland described the celestial phenomenon as 'strange but easily explainable'.
Jutarnji list - Hrvate šokirala neobična pojava na nebu: Evo o čemu se najvjerojatnije radiCroatia· 2025-03-24