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
The CountryClimate change: Kiwi winemakers may have to swap grape varietiesResearch finds wine growing regions could shrink by half due to rising temperatures.28 Jan 03:15 AM
The CountryFour of the six whitebait species at risk or decliningGovernment seeks people's views on changes to whitebait fishing rules.27 Jan 07:05 PM
The CountryNorthlanders told to respect the fire ban by not lighting rubbish firesA spate of scrub fires across Northland has put firefighters on high alert.27 Jan 04:00 PM
The Country$1.55m of Government funding to go towards review of Hawke's Bay waterNapier has been blighted by regular "dirty water events" over the past two years.27 Jan 12:30 AM
The CountryCosts to fill water tanks rise in drought-hit CoromandelThe cost of filling private water tanks in the Coromandel jumps as the big dry continues.25 Jan 09:51 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryPattrick Smellie: Fish farm objections smell like seabed miningHuge difference between salmon farm and undersea mining op, but parallels are emerging.24 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHelp, someone's roof dumped in freshwater streamA weekly round-up of community news and events from the mighty Kaipara District.24 Jan 01:00 AM
The CountryTraveller cleans up CHB highwayHelmut's wish is to see that others have stepped up to continue his cleanup.23 Jan 09:12 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBy the numbers: How Tauranga's soaring demand resulted in water banWater restrictions are on the cards for Tauranga and the Western Bay.23 Jan 09:00 PM
The CountryCommercial fishers 'breaking the law' - Forest & BirdA Fisheries NZ report found a level of underreporting of bycatch in the industry.23 Jan 03:07 AM
The CountryGovt 'not taking any chances' with African Swine Fever"We're doing everything we can to protect our pork industry" says Damien O'Connor.23 Jan 02:45 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBay of Plenty company fined for stormwater dischargesA Bay of Plenty firm has been fined for illegal stormwater discharges from its worksite.23 Jan 12:58 AM
The Country1000-plus boat hulls checked in NorthlandVessels checked include recreational boats, fishing vessels and barges.22 Jan 08:00 PM
The CountryDr Jacqueline Rowarth: The moral dilemma facing vegansComment: Animal welfare or climate change? Dr Rowarth and Dr Coles investigate.20 Jan 11:23 PM
The CountryRare dotterel chicks roaming Matapōuri beachSeveral dotterel chicks have hatched at Matapōuri, adding to a successful breeding season.20 Jan 07:00 PM
The CountryEffectiveness of rabbit poisoning unclear at Dunstan HospitalControl measures introduced after rabbit holes and droppings were found on the grounds.20 Jan 02:45 AM
The CountryWhy tiny mice pose a big headache for NZ's war on pestsThe toll of mice on a remote island shows why their threat to NZ must be taken seriously.20 Jan 01:19 AM
The CountryEnvironmental gains anticipated for BioChar researchResearch shows BioChar's potential to mitigate climate change through storing carbon.19 Jan 10:45 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGary Taylor: Five environmental issues the Government needs to deliver onCOMMENT: Why has reform in the most neglected part of our environment stalled?19 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThe people saving the flower that only grows on Te Mata PeakMeet Pimelea mimosa, one of Te Mata Peak's most special inhabitants.17 Jan 05:00 PM
The CountryDoC aims to eradicate the wild pigs within 10 yearsPigs on Auckland Island are the only completely virus-free pig species.17 Jan 12:57 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryShane Jones stares down Wairarapa dam criticsShane Jones says Wairarapa water storage is about future-proofing NZ - not irrigation.17 Jan 12:30 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAlbatross' plastic plight shocks fishermanHe'd been picking up plastic on the beach. Then an albatross washed up "feet in the air".16 Jan 10:02 PM
The CountryHeat 'plays havoc' on kiwi and other birds in NorthlandKiwi and baby kingfisher, kūkupa, and tui have been brought in dehydrated.16 Jan 06:00 PM
