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NZ world leader in agricultural climate change research
Review finds NZ punches above its weight in climate change-related agricultural research.
No holiday for Bay of Islands pests
Hundreds of new pest traps have been put to work in the bay of Islands.
Otago foresters warn public of extreme fire risk
Members of the public entering Otago forests without permits are endangering themselves.
Waitaki District Council moves to gauge extent of contamination at landfill sites
Two landfill sites in Oamaru have shown high levels of arsenic, copper, zinc and lead.
Proposed Omaui cat ban may increase rat numbers - consultant
"The document ignores the threats posed by upsetting the current ecological balance."
Albert Town Bridge on 'shaky ground'
The Albert Town bridge is an earthquake risk, says a local community group.
Expansion of predator control methods a focus
The Provincial Growth Fund put $20 million towards predator control.
'Annihilation': Drainage work stopped after pile of dead eels found
Public concern at the 'disrespect' to native fish prompts a halt to works.
Town on waiting list for water deliveries
Mangawhai water carriers want urgent action as people run low on tank water.
Climate change activists block Tauranga CBD street
The protestors chanted "we're all in this together".
The surprising secrets in Tautuku forest
The Tautuku Restoration Project has been quietly ticking along since June 2016.
Govt spends $20m on bolstering pest control tech to limit 1080 use
The funding means, in the long run, there will be less need for 1080, the Govt says.
Bee-friending the honeymakers
Be more bee-friendly in Hamilton. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
Kāeo sisters in battle for native wildlife
'Wild Kiwi Girls', aged 11 and 13, patrol their 90ha pest control area on horseback.
Sunflowers put on a spectacular show on Dannevirke field
A spectacular field of sunflowers is attracting attention in Dannevirke.
Whangārei tracks to get kauri dieback protection
Work on the two walking tracks is expected to be completed by the end of May.
New project enhances Kairakau memories
Rich memories of Kairakau Beach have been enhanced by a new project, writes Clive Bibby.
'Don't burn': Total fire ban means no outdoor fires
Gas-fuelled barbecues are okay but all other outdoor fires are banned.
The story of Marton's Tutaenui Stream
Tutaenui Stream is a badly damaged waterway - but could be one of the best around
Gardening: Hydrangeas bloom as summer fades
Gareth Carter, General Manager of Springvale Garden Centre, talks about hydrangeas
Toi Te Ora lifts health warning on Lake Okaro
A health warning has been lifted for Lake Okaro.
Newest native bird species feared 'long gone'
Pelicans that crossed the Tasman to make Kaipara their new home have disappeared.
Would you drink river water from a dairy farm?
Excellent rating for water on Te Anga farms. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
Differences on tenure review replacement
Feds say a tougher management regime for high country lessees could "cripple" the sector.
Ambassadors crack down on freedom camping infringements
Ambassador programme lauded as number of complaints drop.
Fast-moving fire north of Lake Taupō
Earlier today, a scrub fire was extinguished in Kaingaroa, south of Rotorua.
Opinion: Progress in waterways cleanup not acknowledged
Like the Master Games competitor, it's often not easy reaching the finish line.
Tenure review axed to save high country landscapes and native habitat
Eugenie Sage says the 30 properties still in the tenure review process will be reviewed
David Trubridge pulls six products from production
David Trubridge announces immediately pulling six of his products from production.
Gay kōkako couple 'very much in love'
Not everything is going to plan, however, with the coupling of two male kōkako.
Te Puke couple transforming Emerald Hills for the future
Environmentalism is the focus for a Te Puke couple on their farm.
Water use warning as Tauranga enters longest dry spell in 30 years
Farmers are beginning to struggle