Ngaruroro River WCO hearings to be split
WCO special tribunal to consider upper and lower Ngaruroro issues separately.
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Catching predators to protect birds
The aim of Predator Free Acacia Bay is to make the bay predator free.
1080 drop for Hauraki area planned
Aerial predator control is under way for the southern boundary of the Hauraki District.
Endangered NZ falcon gets support base
Our native falcon is a focus for conservation efforts
Pasture researchers make a welcome return to Whanganui
The latest in grassland research is coming to Wanganui this November.
Flooded residents want an apology
Some flood-struck victims want an apology while others blame it on the rain.
Puppies' role in fight for wildlife
New Zealand was the first country to use dogs to benefit conservation
Dig This attraction opening day relief
The earth moved at the official opening of Invercargill's Dig This Invercargill
Many hands for heavy work
Around 50 people worked to sustain Rotokakahi Awa and whitebait populations for the future
NRC on full fanworm alert
Fanworms are firmly established in Northland and boaties are being warned to be vigilant.
Egg-laying picks up at Oamaru Creek penguin colony
Oamaru Creek little blue penguin colony is catching up to its popular counterpart.
Kiwifruit industry on tenterhooks
The fungal disease Psa has not been defeated, say experts.
Lake's level 'one factor' for aquifers
The groundwater level in Hawea Flat is low for this time of year.
Listen: Should New Zealand have fewer dairy cows or people?
Dr Jacqueline Rowarth on reducing human and dairy cow numbers to lower GHG emissions.
Toheroa poachers nabbed and fined
Two men have been fined for taking illegal toheroa from 90 Mile Beach.
Turtle rescue effort was in vain
Efforts to save a rare olive ridley turtle found on 90 Mile Beach were unsuccessful.
Orca pod in Otago harbour gives passengers a whale of a surprise
Passengers were thrilled to get such a close-up view of the impressive sea creatures.
Friends of A'Deane's Bush celebrate ten years
About 60 people marked the 10th anniversary of the formation of Friends of A'Deane's Bush.
Bird count shows kereru in force in south
Dunedin has been identified as a new kereru "hotspot" in this year's Great Kereru Count.
Wastewater plant pond closed
The anaerobic pond at the Waipukurau wastewater treatment plant has been shut down
Boost for kiwi population on Sanctuary Mountain
Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari has been selected as a prominent site for kiwi.
Anti-1080 vandalism
DOC has reported three cases to police where wheel nuts were tampered with.
Awards open for innovative enviro ideas
Innovation Awards call for next game-changing idea with environmental benefits
Meridian, irrigators sign MoU for Waitaki River
Waitaki irrigators and Meridian Energy have agreed to manage water levels in Waitaki River
New Zealand can lead the world in reducing emissions
Soil scientist says NZ can reduce greenhouse gasses without radical changes to farming.
Seabirds return to land as protection increases
Grey-faced petrels are back at Bream Head, but work is needed to ensure their eggs hatch.
Rain plays havoc with heat detection
A wet spring is making it hard for dairy farmers to detect when cows are ready for mating
Kevin Hague: Water corridor protection important for all
Conservation order includes rivers' environmental, cultural and recreational values .
Tourists turn Milford Track into 'disgusting' toilet
Some tourists are causing others to hold their noses in one of NZ's most pristine spots.
Police call for gun safety after calf shot dead
A calf was shot on a property in Kowhatu Rd, near Waihaorunga, overnight on Saturday.
Call for action to change attitudes to trees
A tree education and support group has been proposed for Tauranga by a former councillor.