The CountryWaimakariri biodiversity projects gain tractionSeven projects have started across four lowland stream catchments across the scheme.05 Aug 01:00 AM
The CountryIntensive winter grazing improves but not all councils have data on its useReport shows 7 regional councils have no estimates on how many farms use winter grazing.04 Aug 11:15 PM
The CountryBee-ware: How farm chemicals could make a deadly cocktail for beesCurrent bee protections underestimate level of danger from intensive farming environments.04 Aug 08:00 PM
The CountryFears remnants of former quarry is seeping into city's water suppliesThe Christchurch City Council is investigating following the allegations.04 Aug 07:31 PM
The CountryEmissions from dairy farms highest everEnvironment Ministry blames fertilisers and says emissions from dairy cows are dropping.04 Aug 06:56 PM
The CountryForestry conversion data shows carbon offset limits needed, says Beef+LambIndependent research shows farmland sales driven by increase in carbon price.04 Aug 02:30 AM
The CountryUnknown coral species hauled up in bottom trawling netsBottom trawlers have hauled up 128 previously unknown species of coral.02 Aug 11:13 PM
The CountryDoC to investigate rare orchid's mysterious reproductionRangers and a research team looking at how to save swamp helmet orchids in Whangamarino01 Aug 10:25 PM
The CountryFarmers continue fourth-generation battle against pest tussockCentral Otago is a perfect breeding ground for Nassella's windborne seeds.29 Jul 02:00 AM
The CountryVets also concerned about plan to use feral cats for rabbit control"We share concerns about impacts these cats will have on the native wildlife population."28 Jul 09:00 PM
The CountrySecond kauri dieback offender fined for entering closed tracksDamon Gojack pleaded guilty after he was issued several trespass notices.27 Jul 06:32 AM
The CountryFonterra to phase out coal use at Otago cheese plantStirling will be coal free and using wood biomass to fire the site by August next year.26 Jul 09:45 PM
The CountryTeamwork vital for improving local waterwaysDave Ashby and Cam Henderson reflect on their service to Waimakariri Water Zone Committee.26 Jul 09:00 PM
The CountryUsing wild cats to control pests 'misguided'Plan to release wild cats on to rural properties to manage pests labelled a "disaster".26 Jul 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryPlans to trap wildlife predators around WhanganuiChris Smith and Milly Mitchell-Anyon want co-ordinated predator trapping in Whanganui.25 Jul 05:01 PM
The CountryNew scheme aims to reduce impact of possums, mustelids and ratsProject aims to eradicate predators from the three main peninsulas in Bay of Islands23 Jul 04:00 AM
The CountryPharmaceuticals company fined $28,000 for modifying, taking water from wetlandsTairāwhiti Pharmaceuticals convicted of modifying and taking water from Te Whare Wetlands.23 Jul 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGary Taylor: Some FAQs about farmers' concernsOpinion: Tractor rallies have highlighted farmer frustration, but what is really going on?23 Jul 02:00 AM
The CountryDOC: What Kiwis really think about the 'great' outdoorsDOC feels pressured by growing appetite for limits on natural places.21 Jul 05:28 AM
The CountryCouncil's role in river waste dumping 'extraordinarily embarrassing'The council did not initially say it had faced censure over the incident.21 Jul 02:12 AM
The CountryArchimedes pump will provide safe passage for eels as it deals with flood waterMangawhero pump station the first of five pump upgrades for the Waikato.20 Jul 07:08 PM
The CountryDr Jacqueline Rowarth: The organics mythOpinion: Is organic food really kinder to the environment, safer and healthier?20 Jul 01:45 AM
The CountryPoison bait to be laid for rabbits in WanakaCouncil advised people not to enter any of the areas during the application of bait.19 Jul 12:00 AM
The CountryCaught cats put to good use catching rabbitsWild cats trapped, desexed and released on rural properties to manage rabbit populations.18 Jul 11:45 PM
The CountryImages of distressed animals misleading, council saysRecent publicity surrounding intensive winter grazing in Southland unhelpful council says.18 Jul 09:45 PM
The CountryJobs for Nature delivers $4m boost to Bay pest control projectCash will create 15 jobs and boost trapping on Purerua, Russell and Cape Brett peninsulas.18 Jul 05:00 PM
The Country$1m upgrade for polluted Bay of Plenty estuaryTe Waihī estuary is considered one of the five most polluted estuaries in New Zealand.11 Jul 10:46 PM
The CountryGroundwater nitrate level limit too high - Greenpeace"Everyone should be able to trust that the water from their tap is clean and safe."11 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'We live off the ocean': Microplastics in Bay shellfish spark food chain concernsMatire Duncan says change is needed to reduce plastic getting into the ocean and kaimoana.08 Jul 08:26 PM
The Country'Alarming' BOP study finds microplastic in every sampleThe discovery comes after the Government announced it would ban some plastic by 2025.07 Jul 06:27 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMussel-ing in: Battle to save 'eco-system engineers' from sea star invasionOne PhD student said sea stars are threatening mussels in Ōhiwa Harbour.07 Jul 06:01 AM
The CountryEnvironmentalist off to Southland to monitor winter grazingAngus Robson says he's looking for improvements, as well as "the extreme stuff".07 Jul 04:30 AM
The CountryComment: 11 kōkako released on Kāpiti IslandWeekly column by Kāpiti mayor K Gurunathan.06 Jul 06:00 PM
The CountryAdvocate says some farmers still slipping up with winter grazingAngus Robson will travel to Southland to monitor winter grazing practices again this year.05 Jul 10:00 PM
