New ZealandLake Ōkataina partially reopens, fee to be charged at wash stationThe lake's been closed over a month as protections were put in place against gold clams.09 Nov 11:53 PM
New ZealandGold clams: Bay of Plenty launches new QR code for lake usersMeanwhile, Biosecurity NZ has committed more than $2 million to manage the clams.20 Oct 02:43 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: The biosecurity balance at the borderOPINION: Our editorial on the ongoing battle at our borders.04 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Safeguard our Rotomoana': Rāhui considered for lakes to avoid clam invasion"It is our shared responsibility to collaborate in the best interest of all our lakes."02 Oct 05:02 AM
New ZealandAuckland Airport delays: Fears as 15,000 to arrive at 'madhouse' on SaturdayAuckland Airport offers travel tips as it predicts busy start to school holidays.20 Sep 07:28 PM
New Zealand'Totally disorganised': Passengers on lengthy wait times at Auckland AirportPassengers describe airport as a 'zoo' with hours-long queues for biosecurity.19 Sep 12:29 AM
New Zealand'Absolute zoo': Major delays at Auckland Airport, passengers desperate for toiletsTraveller described the airport as an 'absolute zoo' and a 'madhouse'.18 Sep 09:38 AM
New ZealandSuper-spreading scourge to be sucked from seabed in new trialOfficials will use suction dredging against the high-risk seaweed in new Aotea trials.13 Sep 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBeyond Border Patrol: A shoutout to those in these vital and often thankless jobsOPINION: Biosecurity NZ officers battle invasive species to preserve New Zealand's beauty.22 Jul 11:43 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPreserving paradise: The hidden battle at our bordersGuardians of the border: Unveiling the unsung heroes of Biosecurity New Zealand.15 Jul 10:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil to build 48km-long pest fence to keep wallabies out"We can't afford to let them spread and establish further."12 Jun 10:01 PM
KahuAnchoring ban, rāhui now in place on caulerpa-infested areas in BOIMana whenua and the Government move to fight invasive seaweed.12 Jun 05:00 PM
TravelCruise cling-ons: Five ships given biofouling warnings by Biosecurity NZWhat's behind the marine alien invasion on the underside of cruise ships?12 Jan 01:45 AM
AirlinesMissing bags misery: Airline group head ‘feels’ passengers’ frustrationResources may be stretched even thinner with the return of tourists from China.30 Dec 12:02 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChris Hipkins: Growth in public service is goodOPINION: Public Service Minister explains a good public service is a core Labour value.08 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandIndependent review finds NZ on track to eradicate M. bovisEradicating cattle disease Mycoplasma bovis would be a world-first.11 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandSnake in a drain: Dead python comes out of pipeSnake found in a pipe on South Auckland construction site.09 Mar 06:18 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessMatthew Hooton: Plan on borders staying closed until 2022We've come too far to risk letting an even worse Covid strain in, writes Matthew Hooton.14 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Edible bird's nest': Woman fined for selling illegal food with risk of bird flu diseasesThe nests are made from the saliva of the Swiftlet bird and carry diseases.11 Jan 09:31 PM
New ZealandFruit fly hunt costs Auckland $1.3m per bugAuckland's Queensland fruit fly response cost almost $18 million.30 Jan 04:48 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCat and mouse: NZ Customs and the never ending war on drugs at our borderAs drug smuggling surges into NZ, we visit Customs to see how they try to thwart it12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandDeer testicles and a live cat: The unwanted guests at New Zealand's bordersFrom seeds and food, Biosecurity New Zealand has seen it all this year.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandDehydrated monkey discovered in container of wood from South AmericaDead monkey found in a container of wood products shipped from North America19 Dec 11:40 PM
New ZealandLive export ship due in Napier failed Australian checksYangtze Fortune is under investigation in Australia, but will dock in Napier this weekend.11 Sep 08:23 PM
TravelWoman slammed for bragging about deceiving NZ bio-securityWoman slammed, reported for bragging about relative's tactics for deceiving NZ Customs.13 Aug 11:09 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA tiny fruit fly was found in an Auckland suburb. NZ spent $4m to get rid of it.'We're talking about the protection of a multimillion-dollar industry.'15 Jul 08:00 PM
New ZealandEighth Queensland fruit fly foundThe find has prompted an increase in efforts to eradicate the pest - with baits planned.11 May 01:35 AM
New ZealandAvocado at risk with dangerous beetle in NZDear people of Auckland, your beloved avocado on toast could be in the firing line.25 Mar 06:14 AM
New ZealandFruit fly zone expanded after Northcote discoveryThe discovery of two further male fruit flies brings the total to six.14 Mar 08:12 PM
New Zealand10 tonnes of fruit destroyed in fruit fly responseDespite new findings of fruit flies this week, a breeding population has not set in.06 Mar 12:27 AM
New ZealandFruit and vegetable restrictions could go on for monthsIf no more fruit flies are found in Devonport the restrictions will lift on March 1.17 Feb 09:13 PM
New ZealandQueensland fruit fly find in Auckland leads to biosecurity controlsFruit and vegetable controls have been put in place around Devonport in Auckland.15 Feb 05:22 AM
New ZealandWhat the? Experts baffled by mysterious NZ 'creature'Many baffled after a woman discovered alien-like looking creatures on her kitchen floor.05 Feb 10:49 PM
New Zealand$400 nectarines: Elderly Aussie tourist fumes over airport fine"There was no room for negotiating at all."24 Jan 12:40 AM
