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EPISODE · Aug 21, 2026 · 11 MIN

Great ball of fire, tiny rocks and a very big paddock

from Country Life · host RNZ

Searching for a bit of space debris in a farm paddock is like looking for a needle in a haystack, except you're not quite sure where the haystack is. Country Life joins in the hunt for fragments of the fireball which shot over the lower North Island in late July. You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode on our webpage, here.With thanks to:Steve Wyn-Harris, John Murray, Chris GarlandMake sure you’re following us on your favourite podcast app, so you don’t miss new episodes every Friday evening.Send us your feedback or get in touch at [email protected] to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

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