The CountryCleaners fined $39k for toxic dischargeJudge blasts company's measures to prevent chemicals running into stream as 'completely inadequate'.23 Feb 03:46 AM
The CountryNZ must remain vigilant over pest invasionsNew research showing how efforts to keep pests out of countries are failing to keep up with the pace of globalisation means New Zealand must be more vigilant than ever, a biosecurity expert says.15 Feb 10:46 PM
OpinionRachel StewartRachel Stewart: Fighting the good fightCOMMENT: Personal battles are waste of energy when tackling climate change requires us all.14 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryWhat on Earth is this thing?A reader has come upon a colourful find - and it took an evolutionary ecologist to tell us what the funky parasite is.03 Feb 01:42 AM
The CountryArsenal grows to combat Tangihua pestsThe war on plant and animal pests through more than 1400ha of bush, scrub and farmland between Whangarei and Dargaville is being ramped 30 Jan 11:00 PM
The CountryWatch NZH Local Focus: Anti-GM campaigners seek social media supportAnti-GM campaigners have launched a video on social media urging the Māori party to condemn Government's proposed changes to the Resource Management Act, which would remove their right to remain GM Free. Made with funding from NZ On Air.29 Jan 08:45 PM
The CountrySwimming in a river? Be 'vigilant'Kiwis "must be vigilant" about swimming in our rivers, a freshwater scientist says, with data often showing high levels of E. coli in waterways.28 Jan 08:31 PM
OpinionWho is the greater polluter, cows or people?Malcolm Lumsden was recently stopped by a lady pronouncing that "I was one of those irresponsible farmers who allowed their cows to 'pee and poo' everywhere resulting in our rivers all being polluted"26 Jan 09:55 PM
OpinionBest Fish Guide should revisit the factsCOMMENT: A strong correlation was found between the state of the country's fish stocks and the quality of its fisheries management, writes Tim Pankhurst.24 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryWhy NZ rivers, lakes are becoming unsafeThe state of our rivers and lakes has predictably come under intensified focus this summer, as Kiwis head to their favourite watering holes.23 Jan 10:46 PM
The CountryAnti-coal protests at FonterraProtesters have chained themselves to a gate to prevent coal being delivered to Fonterra's Clandeboye dairy factory in South Canterbury.22 Jan 11:19 PM
The CountryConservation Comment: Big Ag threat to food diversityThere has been concern in recent years about the concentration of our seed heritage into the hands of a few large multinational corporations. Very 22 Jan 04:45 PM
The CountryBills may rise to stop sewage overflowsEXCLUSIVE: Water bills in the country's largest city may have to rise to stop raw sewage flowing into Auckland Harbour almost every time it rains.22 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryNorthland: A post-apocalyptic visionClimate change scientists have projected continued global greenhouse gas emissions would heat Northland heat up more than other regions 19 Jan 07:40 PM
The CountryInsects to battle invasive reedTwo insects common around the Mediterranean will soon be chewing their way through a big problem in Northland. The Environmental 19 Jan 12:30 AM
The CountryFilth continues to pour into waterwaysThe city council is applying to Environment Canterbury to continue discharging untreated wastewater into the waterways and harbours in emergencies.15 Jan 08:24 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: When stinky stuff hits fanCOMMENT: Dairy industry could take a leaf out of Boag's manual and admit to 'casual pollution' of our waterways.10 Jan 04:00 PM
OpinionRachel StewartPut your money where your mouth isCOMMENT: Reliable as clockwork, and right on cue, DairyNZ stepped up to the microphone and shot themselves in the head.10 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryDairy farmers cited for non-complianceAlmost a third of Northland dairy farms are significantly non-compliant when it comes to effluent discharges and the region's top 02 Jan 06:00 PM
The CountryClean rivers campaign ramps upA grassroots environment group is ramping up a lobbying campaign for more stringent "bottom line" rules around freshwater quality.18 Dec 06:09 AM
The CountryLOTR actor slams 'clean, green' NZ imageA Lord of the Rings actor who now works as a tour guide operator has slammed New Zealand's "clean, green" image.17 Dec 09:32 PM
The CountryBreakthrough could help slash emissionsA new discovery by Kiwi and US scientists could lead to new ways to help New Zealand's agricultural sector slash greenhouse gas emissions.15 Dec 10:44 PM
The CountryFarmer to trial new hazelnut varietiesRotorua farmer Alison Bentley has been awarded $50,000 to trial two new hazelnut varieties not currently grown commercially in New 13 Dec 08:00 PM
The CountryWatch NZH Local Focus: Katikati community focused on clean waterOngare Point, just north of Katikati is home to a massive community effort to clean up the waterways. Made with funding from NZ On Air.12 Dec 06:37 PM
The CountryPest-busting wasp saves $488mNew Zealand has been spared half a billion dollars in damage from a notorious pest - and scientists say it's an Irish wasp we have to thank for it.03 Dec 09:01 PM
The CountryFonterra supplier in labour abuse scandalDairy giant facing fresh calls to stop use of palm kernel expeller in the wake of "appalling" labour abuse claims against its Singapore-based supplier.01 Dec 02:16 AM
The CountryClimate change won't kill us this decadeA prominent NZ scientist explains why we should ignore alarmist claims that climate change will soon kill us all.30 Nov 11:05 PM
The CountryRevealed: NZ households' impact on climate changeNew data has revealed a notable drop in the average Kiwi household's greenhouse gas emissions, as production of meat, dairy and electricity becomes more climate-friendly.29 Nov 02:29 AM
The CountryHeavyweights lobby Govt on climate actionHeavyweights lobby Government to set emission targets, create long-term plan and implement policies.21 Nov 05:00 PM
The CountryHundreds of paddle crabs found dumped in dunesSUP141116NADCRABS.JPGThis huge pile of paddle crabs dumped in sand dunes off Ruakaka Beach has angered locals and sparked an MPI investigation.PHOTO/SUPPLIED By 14 Nov 05:00 PM
OpinionNanogirl: Plants talking to scientistsCOMMENT: Scientists have taken phytoremediation one step further by combining it with nanobionics - the process of modifying biology with engineering.11 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionRachel Stewart: You can't hide from factsCOMMENT: Post-truth politics is all about creating a feeling or emotion, rather than acknowledging policy or facts.08 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryIwi resolute in protecting waterwaysBy working together, Ngati Kahungunu and other iwi hope to send a strong message about the state of Hawke's Bay's waterways. Today 06 Nov 05:00 PM
