The Country14,000 football fields: study shows scale of NZ's recent wetland lossDespite protections, loss of NZ's "natural kidneys" has continued at pace in recent years.01 Jul 11:11 PM
The CountryPM gets NZ's biggest solar farm under wayThe first panel of the 16MW solar farm was bolted on by PM Jacinda Ardern today.01 Jul 05:14 AM
The CountryThree Waters 'extremely costly and unfair' - Judith CollinsNational leader had strong words for the Govt and her own party on The Country.01 Jul 01:30 AM
The CountryStern response to activist's winter grazing postWinter grazing in Southland is once again in the spotlight.30 Jun 09:30 PM
The CountryRare robins bob bobbin' alongHopes are high for the re-establishment of North Island robins in Turitea Reserve.30 Jun 06:16 PM
The CountryFisheries Minister David Parker seeks advice on rule change for pink maomaoRahui in place for elusive reef species being targeted on the Coromandel and elsewhere.30 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryCats and stoats wipe out 40% of tagged kea populationNew research reveals grim toll predators are having on the alpine parrot in one region.30 Jun 12:05 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWetland rules 'have gone too far', Parker admitsMinister says difficulty fixing wetland problem underlines why RMA needs changing.29 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryDoC and Fonterra fighting to eliminate pest fish in local lakeDepartment of Conservation and Fonterra are on a mission to keep Lake Ruatuna free of koi.28 Jun 07:16 PM
The CountrySNAs here, there and everywhere on West Coast – maps suggestWest Coast mayors this month appealed to the Government to rethink its SNA rules.28 Jun 03:35 AM
The CountryFemale wallaby killed in North Otago's Kakanui RangeA single female could introduce a breeding population to an area.27 Jun 10:15 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDevelopers warn septic tank overflow now classed as wetland, hurting housing supplyNew rules capture farm tracks as wetlands.27 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryJames Shaw on those 'Pākehā farmers'James Shaw asked to clarify "group of Pākehā farmers from down south" comment.24 Jun 02:45 AM
The CountryFeral rabbits could be shot as hunting dog gets invitePets to pests: Rabbits running rampant in Auckland Domain could be shot.23 Jun 03:56 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWaipipi Wind Farm opens on time, under budgetThe farm's turbines are the biggest in New Zealand for both rotors and generators.22 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryGentle giant's numbers boosted as more wētāpunga released in Bay'Finally insects are grabbing the limelight. They are the ones that run the planet.'22 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryFarmer uses regenerative techniques to combat high nitrate levelsDavid Birkett grows crops including wheat and vege seeds on 200 hectares near Leeston.22 Jun 03:30 AM
The CountryFarmers worried as DoC cancels river flat grazing licenceDoC says cancellation not a precedent for other river flat licences in South Westland.21 Jun 04:59 PM
The CountryUsing tech both old and new to tackle wallaby nuisanceDama wallabies are spreading from Rotorua to the Waikato.19 Jun 02:23 AM
The CountryTwo Rotorua lakes to be avoided due to algal bloomRecent tests have confirmed algal bloom activity in Lake Ōkaro.18 Jun 12:18 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAcclaimed film director James Cameron laments NZ's worker shortageThe filmmaker was unable to expand his vegetable growing business due to staff shortages.17 Jun 05:32 AM
The CountrySaving our taonga: How are endangered species faring?Up to $3.5 million is spent each year to protect five species alone.17 Jun 03:10 AM
The CountryToxic waste 'under considerable threat' if coast erosion trend continuesCoastal mapping has shown 30 to 40 metres of erosion since about the year 2010.16 Jun 11:15 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryGroup says it's time to review activities around waterwaysFarmers have been receptive to the idea of working together on water quality.16 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryDrone footage shows possum-damage in Coromandel ForestDepartment of Conservation photos show need of predator control to protect native species.14 Jun 05:05 PM
The CountryGovt taxing tradies to subsidise Teslas - David Seymour"Let's be clear – this is a new tax," ACT Leader David Seymour says.14 Jun 01:45 AM
The Country'You won't get there on one charge'Waitomo sheep and beef farmer says EVs not ready for farm work just yet.14 Jun 01:44 AM
The CountryAgriculture tops Otago emissions - ReportOtago contributed 6.9% to NZ's emissions in one year despite being only 5% of population.11 Jun 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWeaving living history on Mauao: 80-100yo oaks to go so stream can flow againThe area will be replanted with harakeke varieties unique to the area and used for weaving10 Jun 10:02 PM
The CountryJames Shaw on the Climate Change Commission reportClimate Change Minister says farmers can remain productive with fewer animals.10 Jun 04:00 AM
The CountryDairyNZ: Commission advice remains a big ask for farmersDairyNZ CEO says farmers already world leaders at producing emissions efficient products.10 Jun 02:30 AM
The CountryPest seaweed products set to hit export marketThe Waikaitu project has created a revenue stream from a pest product.09 Jun 09:00 PM
The CountryResearchers identify levels that cause harmResearch identifies safe levels of nutrients in New Zealand waterways.09 Jun 08:00 PM
The CountryClimate goal sees broad support, differing views on how to get therePolicies like no petrol cars from 2035 and fewer cows have copped criticism.09 Jun 06:27 AM
