The CountryDHB warns of swimming risk at Northland beachesHeavy rain means some Northland beaches show signs of bacterial contamination.01 Mar 04:00 AM
The CountryBee lover fed up with bee poop on her homeSpringvale resident says bee poop is driving her mad - but she still loves bees.01 Mar 02:00 AM
The CountrySecond wettest January on record for NorthlandJanuary rainfall has been way above normal this year in Northland.01 Mar 02:00 AM
The CountryRural Ramblings: Wild weather makes for funny old summerIt's been a funny old summer in Northland — rain, rain and more rain, says Julie Patton.01 Mar 01:00 AM
The CountryKatikati organic growers supreme winners at Ballance Farm awardsThe Bay of Plenty Ballance Farm award was gifted to two Katikati kiwifruit growers.28 Feb 08:30 PM
The CountryLake Wiritoa in Horizons' swim spot competitionLake Wiritoa and Whanganui and Rangitikei river swim spots among eight competitors.28 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryTriathlon axes Pandora Pond leg"Range" of potential contamination sources for Pandora Pond28 Feb 06:45 PM
The CountryLakes and Waterways Action Group to discuss nitrogen studyWater bodies, like Lake Taupo are vulnerable to excess nutrients, like nitrogen.28 Feb 06:00 PM
The CountryNorthland Regional council urges farmers to order poplar poles earlyNRC wants erosion prone farms to plant poplars and willow poles immediately.28 Feb 05:00 PM
The CountrySuccessful return of native birds to BayFirst chance to see if seabirds can be part of the North Island inland ecosystems again.28 Feb 02:45 AM
The CountryCyclone Gita: Student army pitches in to clean up StratfordStudent volunteers in Stratford have stepped up to clean up after Cyclone Gita.28 Feb 01:30 AM
The CountryMyrtle rust found for first time on DOC landFungus can adversely affect myrtle species, including pohutukawa, manuka and kanuka.27 Feb 11:58 PM
The CountryFourth bulk carrier ordered to leave New ZealandBrown marmorated stink bug discovered aboard Japanese vessel.27 Feb 09:41 PM
The CountryMetOcean Solutions awarded $500,000 for better weather-prediction toolMetOcean Solutions has been awarded $500,000 to track the progress and impact of weather.27 Feb 09:00 PM
The CountryFar North call: Spot the dope growers and help policeFar North police want locals who see people growing cannabis plants to report it.27 Feb 02:30 AM
The CountryMaungatautari Ecological Island Trust nab $1.4m grant for native wildlifeNew Zealand's largest mainland sanctuary for native wildlife has been granted $1.4 million27 Feb 01:30 AM
The CountryKaitaia farmer wants blitz on paradise ducks to prevent crop damageA Kaitaia farmer wants an open season declared on paradise ducks to protect crops.27 Feb 12:30 AM
The CountryBala Tikkisetty: Earthworms improve productivityCommon earthworms improve the general condition of soils and help growth.26 Feb 10:30 PM
The CountryStink bugs not a big problem: TurnersTurners Automotive Group says it will suffer "minimal impact" from stink bugs on ships.26 Feb 09:59 PM
The CountryWater meter bill shock for Waipa mayor Jim MylchreestWaipa mayor Jim Mylchreest is urging residents to check their pipes for water leaks.26 Feb 09:27 PM
The CountryTraditional knowledge and science background combineJoe Butterworth will represent Te Arawa Lakes Trust at water quality meetings.26 Feb 06:00 PM
The CountryHawke's Bay to benefit from forestry and growth programmesHawke's Bay is in the running for large-scale forestry plantings in Govt initiative.26 Feb 05:00 PM
The CountryIllness linked with Pandora Pond contamination investigatedDaily samples taken at contaminated pond until further notice25 Feb 09:15 PM
The CountryConservation comment: Permaculture moves aheadLocal farms have been hit hard by a repeating pattern of too much water and not enough.25 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryPlastic perhaps not so fantasticPlastic has many uses - but have we made too much and what can we do about it?25 Feb 05:01 AM
The CountryMartin Williams: Ruataniwha dam must be consideredIn my view the Dam emerges as an option which at the very least must be considered.24 Feb 02:00 AM
The CountryTeaghan off to Kermadec IslandsWhangarei's Teaghan Kirby is heading to the Kermadec Islands.24 Feb 12:00 AM
The CountryTaranaki tap water partially on; boil water notice appliesAdvice is for people to run their outside tap for 10 mins first until the water is clean.23 Feb 09:14 PM
The CountryRegion's water quality improving - studyStudy finds multiple factors contributing to faster-than-expected small improvement23 Feb 08:00 PM
The CountryCanterbury plantain cuts nitrate leachingThe benefits of a new plantain may help reduce reduce nitrate leaching.23 Feb 02:00 AM
The CountryRare plant found near Waimakariri River, near KaiapoiA rare plant species has been discovered near the Waimakariri River.23 Feb 01:00 AM
The CountryE.coli at beaches sparks warningTesting last week indicated bacteria in a number of waterways across Northland.22 Feb 10:00 PM
The CountryLandslide threat remains in HorowhenuaIt seems there is still no solution in sight for slip-affected Gladstone Rd residents.22 Feb 08:36 PM
