The CountryHopping mad: Audits causing problems for rabbit sellersProcessors say it's unfair they have to pay the same amount for audits as large operators.19 Feb 02:30 AM
The CountryHumans could be behind spread of 'lake snow'Lake snow has been found in more than a dozen lakes or lake outlets around New Zealand.18 Feb 09:00 PM
The CountryKeep low emissions pork sector out of ETS - NZPorkNZPork GM says including pigs in ETS could disproportionately impact pig farmers.18 Feb 07:45 PM
The CountryClimate change-focused school opens in TaranakiThe Green School currently has around 50 students on the roll.18 Feb 06:57 PM
The CountryCouncil releases butterfly to control manuka-smothering weedHBRC uses biocontrol in the form of a butterfly to combat weeds.18 Feb 02:41 AM
The CountryTop breeding season in Northland for rare fairy ternThis small, dainty coastal tern is the most endangered of New Zealand's endemic birds.17 Feb 11:00 PM
The CountryGovt announces world-first eradication of pea weevilGovt confident there are no pea weevils remaining in Wairarapa, and therefore New Zealand.17 Feb 03:45 AM
The CountryComment: Could Govt try to seize natural gas reserves?Comment: Confiscating natural gas reserves would be an extremely risky move.17 Feb 01:49 AM
The CountryCharges laid against dog owner after kiwi deathDOC has begun legal proceedings against a Coromandel dog owner.16 Feb 09:38 PM
The CountryWater storage project touted as answer to water woesThe NRC is hosting public information sessions about water storage on February 18 and 19.16 Feb 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionTime for a national strategy to manage our waterCOMMENT: Why are we still managing and governing water resources at regional level?16 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMussels cook to death as temperatures soar in NorthlandMussels cook to death - as temperatures soar in Northland13 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryVilla Maria winery trials native plants as alternative to herbicidesHawke's Bay winery trials show plants have not affected vine vegetative growth so far.13 Feb 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryGood omens: Kaituna's freshwater flows return to estuary'The current literally personifies the lifeforce coming from the Kaituna.'12 Feb 10:00 PM
The CountryRegion's rivers and streams nearing record low levelsWith no significant rain forecast, rural communities are urged to prepare.12 Feb 07:08 PM
The CountryRio Tinto blasted by Environment Minister David ParkerMinister says company has 'outrageously' attempted to avoid cleaning up its own mess.12 Feb 06:06 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryTwo farms fined nearly $75,000 for effluent dischargesFonterra clamps down on non-compliant Northland dairy farms by stopping milk collection.12 Feb 04:28 PM
The CountryFreshwater fish becoming stressed and dying in hot temperatures in Hawke's BayIt's not just people struggling in the hot temperatures, the fish are feeling it too12 Feb 02:25 AM
The CountryThe Big Dry: Aucklanders on tank water 'getting desperate' as shortage bites"It has become a health, human rights issue."10 Feb 05:06 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDogged defence force: NZ's four-legged wildlife protectorsMeet the front line of New Zealand's defence against millions of insatiable killers.10 Feb 05:00 PM
The CountryApplication to discharge into iconic lakes droppedQueenstown-Lakes District Council drops application to discharge wastewater overflows.10 Feb 01:30 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhere nature takes precedence – tackling pests on Hen and ChicksA group of four heads out to the archipelago for 10 days at a time to eradicate weeds.08 Feb 04:00 AM
The CountryPredator patrol brings back native birdsongNew Plymouth District Council is calling for volunteers to help eradicate predators.04 Feb 08:55 PM
The CountryComment: War on wilding pines deserves more fundingComment: Doing the control work on wilding pines now is an investment in the future.04 Feb 01:30 AM
The CountrySolar power provides off-grid options for farmersMore rural landowners considering solar energy as cost-effective way to power their farms.04 Feb 12:00 AM
The CountryRisk of pest plant restricts removal of material from Tukituki RiverTo prevent the spread, soil, silt and gravel can no longer be removed from the river.03 Feb 07:26 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryTauranga housewife admits breaching biosecurity rulesPlans to start her own plant business prompted a woman to illegally import cuttings.03 Feb 04:00 AM
The CountryThousands petition for greater seabird protectionMore than 14,000 seabirds are estimated to be killed by commercial fishers every year.02 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryDogs die after eating algae from Masterton's Waipoua RiverTwo dogs have died after eating toxic algae from a Wairarapa river.02 Feb 02:15 AM
The CountryMPI catches 14 fruit flies in a year at a cost of $18mAuckland's fruit fly response has come in just under budget.30 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryFrom the frontline of the Australian bushfires: DOC Ranger Karen Ismay motivated by teamwork"The scale is amazing. When I left I heard the fires were twice the size of Switzerland."29 Jan 11:01 PM
The CountryEndangered eels taken from Wop WopsLongfin eels were taken from Norsewood's Wop Wops Wetland Park early yesterday morning.29 Jan 05:02 PM
The CountrySwimmers beware: Toxic algae on the riseBeware of toxic algae while swimming this summer.29 Jan 04:24 AM
The CountryEPA may reassess pesticide linked to honeybee declinesEPA finds grounds to reassess substances containing controversial pesticide in NZ.28 Jan 10:40 PM
