The CountryCrowd says hi and bye as kiwi released225 people at Whareora were eager to see two kiwi up close before they were set free.16 Sep 11:00 PM
The CountryOtago water quality described as 'horrific'E.coli rates have worsened in nearly a third of Otago's freshwater bodies.16 Sep 10:30 PM
The Country'Urgency' needed to head-off water crisisTask force assembled under urgency to consider water issues.16 Sep 10:18 PM
The CountryConservation Comment: Weeding out the amateursWhen it comes to the environment, everyone deserves professional advice.16 Sep 10:00 PM
The CountrySeven year occupation brings land ownership a step closerAn occupation that began in 1993 got the Tamahaki iwi talking to the state14 Sep 09:21 PM
The CountryKaramu Stream being used as a rubbish dumpA variety of rubbish is being dumped into the Karamu Stream.14 Sep 05:48 AM
The CountryMPI to get tough on stink bug ships"This is about ensuring the dangerous pest does not get a chance to establish in NZ."14 Sep 04:15 AM
The CountryHalt on Hunua 1080 drop extendedAuckland Council says court and the weather are holding up 1080 poison drop.14 Sep 01:23 AM
The CountryThe psychology of a rubbish dumperThe main traits of a serial rubbish dumper13 Sep 10:00 PM
The CountryORC put in 'impossible' situation after flow voteORC in an "impossible" position after its schedule for minimum-flow setting was defeated.13 Sep 07:30 PM
The CountryDead birds in 1080 Parliament protest road-kill, not 'bludgeoned'Some of the dead birds had been kept in a freezer since 2014.13 Sep 07:28 PM
The CountryAlleged breach by commercial fishing trawler in South Otago ReefFisheries NZ is investigating claims a fishing trawler was encroached on South Otago reef.13 Sep 06:00 PM
The CountryWhy we need to talk about GMSir Peter Gluckman says the debate around GMOs can be philosophical rather than scientific13 Sep 03:45 AM
The CountryBush tracks closed for work to stop kauri dieback spreadSeven tracks in the Bay of Islands are to be closed temporarily to prevent kauri dieback.13 Sep 03:30 AM
The CountryOpinion: Logic lacking at 1080 protest1080 is now in the realm of chem-trails, fluoride and child vaccines, says Ewan Kelsall.13 Sep 03:00 AM
The CountryKiwi have good friends at Mangonui SchoolKiwi in the Mangonui area have 140 best friends at the local school.13 Sep 01:30 AM
The CountryNats target Greens on 1080 stanceMarama Davidson says 1080 protesters have "valid concerns" about water and aerial drops.13 Sep 12:18 AM
The CountryBay of Plenty Regional Council: Keeping grazing stock off prevents damageBay of Plenty Regional Council is reminding farmers to avoid grazing stock on stopbanks.12 Sep 11:30 PM
The CountryCattle grazing in wetlands by Uretara Stream 'disappointing'Concerns were raised by a Uretara resident after cattle were seen grazing in the wetlands.12 Sep 09:30 PM
The CountryCorporate farms blamed for pollutionAngler and farmer "frustrated" by an increase of effluent leaks in Southland streams.12 Sep 08:01 PM
The CountryCouncil challenged to fix wastewater systemRegional councillor challenges NCC after stormwater discharged into estuary.12 Sep 07:45 PM
The CountryBrazen possum on Pauanui-Tairua Cycle Trail caught on cameraThe antics of a brazen pest possum has been caught on camera by volunteers in Pauanui.12 Sep 07:30 PM
The CountryRotorua firefighters return from Canada and AmericaThe firefighters have spent more than five weeks fighting the wildfires overseas.12 Sep 05:57 PM
The CountryDebate on Otago water set to fire up at meetingDebate over the ORCs handling of water issues in Central Otago will continue today.12 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryAerial assault of 1080 begins in battle for Russell ForestThe eleventh hour battle to save Russell Forest began today with an air attack.12 Sep 05:47 AM
The CountryKiwi eggs waiting to hatch in PūkahaPūkaha recently welcomed the 102nd kiwi chick to be hatched at the wildlife centre.12 Sep 02:30 AM
The CountryOhinemutu clean-up - five bags of rubbishRotorua man Nathan Fletcher spent his Sunday cleaning up rubbish at Ohinemutu.12 Sep 01:41 AM
The CountryDefence Force Waiouru landfill closedNZ Army closes landfill two weeks without explanation to residents or council12 Sep 01:00 AM
The Country'Time for debate on GMO'The former West Coast cow cocky is fired up over the Productivity Commission report.12 Sep 01:00 AM
The CountryEffluent disposal site choice upsets some Otago residentsThe ORC has defended the location of its latest stock truck effluent disposal site.11 Sep 10:30 PM
The CountryRotorua landfill officially capped this weekLandfill users won't be affected by the changes.11 Sep 05:30 PM
The CountryTūī flock to flowering kowhai treeResidents in Wellington's York Bay can hear a constant chirping of tūī in their backyard.11 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryDr Belinda Cridge: 1080 scepticism still an issueScientist: Lack of scientific knowledge about 1080 is what drives NZ's scepticism.11 Sep 03:30 AM
The CountryDr Jacqueline Rowarth talks forestry and fishDr Rowarth looks at the Productivity Commission report and the decline of freshwater fish.11 Sep 02:45 AM
