Dryland rehabilitation near Waimakariri River gets boost
Dryland restoration along the Waimakariri River has received a funding boost.
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Man's clean up work estimates 85 tonnes of plastic and other trash on Ninety Mile Beach
More than 85 tonnes of plastic and other trash on Ninety Mile Beach.
Eugenie Sage concerned by ant infestation near Kapiti Boating Club
Eugenie Sage is taking a direct interest in the infestation of Argentinian ants in Kapiti.
Farmers urged to check effluent disposal systems
Farmers are being urged to regularly check dairy effluent disposal systems.
Blitz on aquatic weed now in stage two
The infestation was along about 1.4km of the Wairākei Stream.
'It's putrid': Effluent spills annoy Oamaru station neighbours
An Oamaru couple are disgusted by the ''putrid'' smell of effluent spilled by stock trucks
Plague skink invader spotted in Raglan
For the first time, a live Australian plague skink has been found in Hawke's Bay.
Kaweka Forest kiwi at risk of loose dogs
Hawke's Bay's kiwi population may be at risk from two dogs in the Kaweka Forest Park.
Seals need rest, not rescuing
Biodiversity ranger Sara Treadgold advises to leave injured looking seals alone.
Views divided over dune fencing in Ahipara
The community is divided in support for Te Rarawa's plans to fence off dunes at Ahipara
Pines and kauri may be unhealthy mix because of dieback
An expert has warned the govt to be cautious about planting pine trees near kauri forests.
Rubbish clean up: 700kg in two hours
Volunteers in Whangārei pick up 700kg of rubbish in two hours.
1080 drop to kill rabbits in Manuherikia Valley
A Manuherikia Valley farmer is making a last-ditch effort to rid his land of rabbits.
Trees planted for Defence personnel
Northlanders help plant trees for Defence personnel in Dunedin
Forty-seven oil spills reported in Tauranga in two years
But only one is being prosecuted.
Unique court ruling ends decade of 'vexatious' legal action
Decision a first under Environment Court's new powers
Go-ahead for Whangārei Harbour dredge
Go-ahead given to dredge Whangarei Harbour so bigger oil cargoes can come to Marsden Pt
Go West Coast truck convoy will be part of mining protest
A protest on the West Coast this weekend will include a large procession of trucks.
Wastewater project nearing completion
Project nearing completion but fences will be used for another project.
Rangitikei farmers urged to try plantain
Plantain in pasture can reduce nitrogen leaching and help farms comply with monitoring.
EPA: Stay safe mixing chemicals
The Environmental Protection Authority has released new guidance for chemicals.
Defence Force is testing Skyhawk crash site
Firefighting foam used in 1996 crash may have contaminated Bulls' water.
Puketī Forest fans set up kauri cleaning station
Far North locals concerned about kauri dieback are doing what they can to fight it.
Bala Tikisetty: Protecting our waterways
Winter weather puts a strain on the banks of farm waterways, increasing risk of erosion.
A sustainable commitment
Synlait's environmental ethos starts on the farm, writes Andrea Fox.
Shining Green light on farms
James Shaw says environmental goals can help foster new innovations for agribusiness.
The case for investing in the environment
John Hayward and Susan O'Regan set out with a bold ambition.
Planting at sediment trap good for Lake Horowhenua
Close to 30 people turned out for the planting day at the Arawhata River sediment trap.
Bonuses from environmental hotspot campaign in Hawke's Bay
A plan to spend $1 million on six environmental hot spot projects has had a few bonuses.
Community Outreach staff sought for velvetleaf scheme
Staff are needed for a Community Outreach programme to manage velvetleaf.
Webcam watches Kāpiti Marine Reserve
A multi-purpose, solar-powered webcam has been installed on Kāpiti Island.
Northland kauri tracks on DOC's proposed no-go list
DOC wants to close high maintenance, high risk and low visitor tracks in kauri regions.
Matua X-Man punches above the wasteline
Reducing waste one school at a time. Made with funding from NZ on Air.