New ZealandThirty-five jobs may go at NiwaThirty-five jobs may be up for the chop but affected staff are being consulted before any decisions, Niwa says.14 Mar 10:21 PM
New ZealandDOC seeking public help over bird shootingDOC is hoping people will come forward with with information as it investigates the shooting of more than 100 protected birds in Northland.14 Mar 03:42 AM
New ZealandShorebirds shot in 'callous' Kaipara Harbour slaughter"A boat load of shooters came into a secluded bay and let rip with what sounded like automatic shotguns," says one DOC visitor of the slaughter which led to the deaths of ...13 Mar 10:08 PM
New ZealandEarthquake prediction: Is GPS our best bet?Recent events have many asking what science is doing to forewarn us of major earthquakes.12 Mar 07:01 AM
New Zealand'Minor land threat' expected as tsunami reaches New ZealandThe tsunami has reached North Cape, Raoul Island, Great Barrier Island, East Cape and Tauranga.11 Mar 08:26 PM
New ZealandUp to 6000 NZers could be in Japan - ambassadorAs many as 6000 New Zealanders could be in quake-stricken Japan, says New Zealand's ambassador there.11 Mar 07:10 PM
New ZealandContractor's 66,000 volt shockerA contractor has smashed through a major underground cable in Christchurch, leaving the southern suburbs on back-up power and nearly killing himself twice in the process.10 Mar 09:00 PM