The CountryCan Dudding Lake be stopped from 'flipping'?Effort, expense and an unexpected element appear in work to restore the lake.23 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryWhy your shellfish might be contaminated with human pooStudy recommends new methods to identify shellfish contamination risk for norovirus.23 Aug 03:45 AM
The CountryOpinions differ on whitebait levels in SouthlandSome whitebaiters are annoyed at suggestions that stocks were decreasing.21 Aug 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySeventh brush with death: 73-year-old reckons latest rescue closest one yetSeventh brush with death the closest yet, says rescued man Ross Mead.20 Aug 06:00 PM
The CountryTrout removed to protect galaxiid speciesBignose & longjaw galaxiids only found in Mackenzie Basin protected from introduced trout.20 Aug 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Highly motivated' honorary fishery officers preserving our fish stockEric Hansen is a voluntary fisheries officer in Northland. He writes about the work.17 Aug 06:00 PM
The CountrySlim pickings for whitebaiting stalwartRetired farmer John Crossan has been whitebaiting for 55 years.15 Aug 09:15 PM
The CountryRegional council scrambles to control spread of harbour pestBe on the lookout for this marine pest, found in Tauranga Harbour.14 Aug 07:54 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMike HoskingGovt shoots itself in the foot with its bungled buybackCOMMENT: The gun back won't get close to ridding New Zealand of high-powered weapons.14 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryWest Coast whitebaiters wary of restrictionsWestcoast whitebaiters say they are feeling confused and under siege.14 Aug 04:30 AM
The CountryIs this the biggest trout from Lake Wanaka?"Every few years someone catches a biggie over 4.5kg, but not over 10kg".12 Aug 09:31 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThe last of the harbour fishermenPROFILE: A family tradition of fishing in Tauranga harbour ends with Brian Kiddie.09 Aug 08:23 PM
The CountryWarning for Lake Waihola whitebaitersWoman who sliced leg on submerged metal says deep wound still healing four months on.06 Aug 09:45 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryGiant swordfish a legend on world stageIt weighed a colossal 560lb, with a length of 13ft 4ins.06 Aug 04:10 AM
The CountryMP: Why I'm fighting whitebaiting changesComment: Whitebaiting is a tradition for many New Zealanders, writes Sarah Dowie.06 Aug 03:37 AM
BDBDThe CountryLuxury NZ lodge to be sold in bitter $38 million feudThe sale is another act of a long-running $38m legal saga.05 Aug 04:59 AM
The CountryMystery death of $40k stag: Did poachers shoot prized deer?Poachers may not have killed a trophy stag worth $40,000, owner now believes.30 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryBan on pāua fishing consideredFisheries Minister considering temporary ban on pāua fishing on beaches north of Dunedin.09 Jul 09:45 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHauraki Gulf: Is this the key to saving our marine life?Maori tradition may play an important role in restoring the health of the Hauraki Gulf.23 Jun 07:00 AM
The CountryGun buyback scheme: Who's covered and who misses outGun owners will be paid $300 to convert illegal firearms to legal ones, if they wish.19 Jun 10:30 PM
The CountryBrown trout in top form on the Tongariro RiverIt's been a great season for brown trout anglers on the Tongariro River.19 Jun 10:27 PM
The CountryFiordland Lobster Company wins awardCompany won top exporting award at HSBC New Zealand China Trade Association awards.11 Jun 11:23 PM
The CountryGM salmon to hit US supermarketsAmerican supermarkets could begin selling the much-debated fish by the end of next year.10 Jun 12:15 AM
The CountryMonster marlin: First 'grander' of the year caught by Kiwi"We didn't realise how big it was really until it hit the deck."07 Jun 02:00 AM
The CountryRotorua angler's bizzare find in troutThe fisherman has also pulled out a fish wearing an elastic hair band.06 Jun 04:20 AM
The CountryUrban liberals would back our call to farm troutComment: New Zealand is in slow motion when it comes to aquaculture.30 May 01:16 AM
The CountrySingle-salmon limit as fishery 'in crisis'Numbers of fish harvested recently in the Clutha and Taieri rivers "almost non-existent".29 May 08:16 PM
The CountryNew gun control group pushes for national registerA new gun control lobby group wants stronger restrictions for semi-automatic weapons27 May 10:00 PM
The CountryMum of five girls goes bush for Māori TV hunting showTui Keenan feeds her family with her passion for hunting and connecting with her heritage.25 May 05:00 PM
The CountryHunters join battle to stop spread of deadly kauri diseaseFar North hunters are being enlisted in the battle to stop the spread of kauri dieback.23 May 11:00 PM
The CountryIllegal duck-shooting activity reported on Clutha RiverRegulations state shooting from a boat is prohibited on Clutha River between May 4 & 12.22 May 12:00 AM
The CountryThousands of pipi illegally taken from Ōhiwa HarbourTwo men are likely to face court action.21 May 07:30 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNo fishing: Swathes of Hauraki Gulf could be closed or made marine reserveJust 0.3 per cent of the Gulf is currently protected as "no-take" marine reserves.21 May 05:00 PM
The CountryMixed reaction to southern coast marine reservesGovt tagged 1267sqkm from Timaru to Waipapa Point, in Southland, as a reserve network.13 May 10:25 PM
