The CountryConservation comment: Plastic bag ban a startLocally, people have been focusing outrage on dumping costs and anger at fly-tippers.06 Jan 07:00 PM
The CountryBroken compactor and campsites' ban on rubbish disposal exacerbate dumpingInstead of pointing at holidaymakers, Jan McEwen said the fault was of DOC and Council.06 Jan 01:57 AM
The CountryRubbish piles up beside $2 compactorsCoromandel visitors bypass $2 compactor fee and dump rubbish for free.05 Jan 11:51 PM
The CountryWhy seeds need to be sourced ethicallyResearch: Ethical seed-sourcing regulations need developing to restore plant ecosystems.23 Dec 07:00 PM
The CountryCould carbon footprint food labels work?Research suggests carbon footprint labels on food items could reduce environmental impacts21 Dec 05:00 PM
The CountrySpecial traps for stink bug surveillance set in TaurangaBiosecurity NZ uses traps, lures and detector dogs to sniff out stink bugs.20 Dec 10:00 PM
The CountrySoil and seedlings for sustainable futureBark and Boulders make a welcome donation after issues with harvesting at the school20 Dec 09:00 PM
The CountryMyrtle rust continues to plague Bay of PlentyA total of 156 cases of myrtle rust have now been found in the Bay of Plenty.20 Dec 08:00 PM
The CountryAlgae levels drop significantly at Dudding LakeAlgae clears at Dudding Lake - but its long term future uncertain20 Dec 06:30 PM
The CountryStart date for Waihi mining set for mid next yearUnderground mining in Waihi has been approved by the Hauraki District Council.20 Dec 04:00 AM
The CountryLower Mangapiko Stream Care Group crowdfunding Million Metres StreamThe Lower Mangapiko Stream Care Group is trying to fundraise for Million Metres Stream.20 Dec 03:00 AM
The CountryFish & Game hits back over farming falloutFish & Game's defends its claims that farmers' winter grazing damages the environment.20 Dec 12:45 AM
The CountryForest indicators warn of challenging 2019Drought, fires and difficult days for stock may be at hand throughout this summer.20 Dec 12:30 AM
The CountryResidents asked to not flush chemicalsPoisons such as disinfectants and solvents kill off the hard-working bacteria in plant.19 Dec 08:00 PM
The CountryOpinion: NZ's appalling anti-1080 fanaticsComment: No matter how strongly these abusers feel, this can never be justified.19 Dec 07:33 PM
The CountryHBRC team at Waipawa boostedThe team will be familiar to most Central Hawke's Bay landowners.19 Dec 07:00 PM
The CountryLocals campaign to bring back Monckton Track bridgeAn initial business case was submitted to replace the bridge but wasn't successful19 Dec 07:00 PM
The CountryMan fined for Coromandel marine area workA Coromandel man has been handed an enforcement order to stop marine works in the region.19 Dec 06:00 PM
The CountryOwner suspects thieves using pine as Xmas treeBeloved Norfolk pine stolen in Whanganui.19 Dec 05:04 PM
The CountryMinerals: We are what we eatSheep and cattle need the right minerals to thrive on farms.19 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryMyrtle rust threat to pōhutukawaPublic encouraged to check local myrtle plants to help track the spread of fungal disease.19 Dec 03:44 AM
The CountryWetland development gets $250,000 boostA wetland development in Te Puna has been give a $250k boost19 Dec 12:00 AM
The CountryCatfish in Lake Rotorua is an unwanted Christmas presentCatfish have been found in Lake Rotorua18 Dec 11:47 PM
The CountrySave Our River Trust takes on Foxton's Kings CanalFoxton's Save Our River Trust wants to save Kings Canal.18 Dec 11:00 PM
The CountryNot guilty plea in dead eels caseNearly 2000 eels were found dead in Canterbury creek in April.18 Dec 08:32 PM
The CountryRussell Forest 1080 operation a successForest & Bird say only aerial 1080 could have achieved these dramatic results.18 Dec 08:19 PM
The CountrySmall towns hit harder on wastewater: ReportSmall towns struggle to get wastewater treatment up to standard.18 Dec 06:00 PM
The CountryNew minimum flows may be pushed back in CHBNew low flow limits may be pushed back in CHB.18 Dec 05:00 PM
The CountryOpinion: No initiatives to save Waikanae EstuaryDoC is sticking its head in the sand regarding the Waikanae Estuary.18 Dec 05:00 PM
The CountryRemoval of rocks leaves headland exposed, kills musselsResident and hapū unhappy with "cheap fix" for coastal erosion18 Dec 02:14 AM
The CountrySeason's greetings to North's rarest chickThe first chick of the season from New Zealand's endangered fairy tern hatches at Pakiri18 Dec 01:00 AM
The CountryKiwi release signals start of bigger plans for kiwi at Te PuiaTe Puia is hoping to open a new $1.5m kiwi house next year.17 Dec 09:57 PM
The CountryFNDC: More plastic destined for tipFar North District Council transfer stations are about to change the rules.17 Dec 09:03 PM
The CountryOtago wilding pine control effort set to tripleWilding pines are becoming a big problem so efforts are tripling to get rid of them.17 Dec 05:00 PM
