ORC's lake snow efforts queried
The Otago Regional Council has been criticised for not having a ''big picture'' strategy
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Bees merit more than a month
Awanui's Mana Kai Honey spared no effort to make the most of Bee Awareness Month
Listen: Dom George at Rabobank's Good Deeds Working Bee
Dom George & Juliet Gray help Hakataramea Community Recreational Area Development Project.
Inquiry will help frame climate-change debate: users group
The Productive Commission's inquiry into moving NZ to a low-emissions economy is important
Wasp released to control Tomato Potato Psyllid
Tamarixia trioaze has been released in Hawke's Bay and Canterbury.
Bay birds need a vote
Forest & Bird's annual Bird of the Year competition features many Hawke's Bay birds.
Advantages for farms in compliance
Consumers expect food producers to look after their product in every way.
Plea to delay minimum river flow
Central Hawke's Bay water users have appealed for the introduction of minimum river flows
Grassland Association (NZGA) Conference: Irrigation and innovation
The latest in grassland research is coming to Whanganui
Planters urged to record their work
People planting riparian plants are being urged to record their work.
Rivers need to be protected for all
WCO needed for Hawke's Bay rivers, says freshwater ecologist.
WCO not a threat, say applicants
Applicants note that WCO tribunal must consider needs of primary industry under the RMA.
WCO impact sees orchardist fear for his future
Orchardist John Evans is worried that the WCO will have a negative impact on his business.
Lone protester takes stand
Stefan Tupper was the only protester at the WCO Tractor Rally and supports the order.
Girls' trip turns into whale rescue mission
The whale was last seen in Doubtless Bay swimming out to sea
Entry turns possums into burning issue
When it comes to possums some people see red and some just see an ash-toned grey.
Wallaby carcass likely dumped, ORC says
A dead wallaby found near Balclutha last week was probably dumped, says ORC
Check shed for chemicals
Farmers are being urged to check sheds and chemical stores for DDT
HRC staff get dirty for region's rivers
Horizons Regional Council staff have been planting 1500 native plants along Hokio Stream.
Rust never sleeps in killing pest plant
A fungus released two years ago in Northland to fight the lantana is taking effect
Trench causes land to flood
A large unconsented trench, dug by a Hokio Beach farmer has caused outrage
Listen: DairyNZ's Dr Thorrold on Pastoral 21
Strategy Investment Leader for DairyNZ Dr Bruce Thorrold on the Pastoral 21 Research Team.
'Gobsmacked' by rejected free water bore offer
But council says bore drilling offer would have led to administration, compliance issues.
Students join fight to protect native falcon
10,000 Rotorua students to become Wingspan Warriors during Conservation Week
We need a commission to police climate plan
All parties bidding to form a government could agree on a Climate Commission.
Conservation Matters: Focus on Predator Free NZ a priority
Predator Free NZ has targeted possums, stoats and rats, but there are many more.
Mike Finlayson: Big decisions to make
The issue of water quality is looming large, locally and nationally.
Effluent Expo attracts the crowds
Nearly 40 exhibitors, with more expected, have been confirmed for the latest Effluent Expo
Pigs and neighbours do not mix
Donna Badorek has filled her life with animals - and her neighbours are getting fed up.
Methane, nitrous oxide levels can be reduced
Four options either available to farmers at present or being worked on says Dr Dynes.
Little sympathy for toheroa poachers
Facebook readers had little sympathy for toheroa poachers plight.
Businesses call to delay water restrictions
Without security, fears over "severe" impact on CHB businesses under Plan Change Six.