New ZealandKeeping pests out earns Rotorua scientist awardThe award recognises outstanding contributions to New Zealand biosecurity.09 Apr 02:39 AM
New ZealandThe gold that no one wants: Invasive species found in Taupō fun parkBiosecurity NZ finds highly invasive species after tip-off.02 Apr 10:54 PM
New Zealand'Throttling high country production': The Point Station vs hieracium“It smothers the grass growth and changes the soil to suit itself."28 Mar 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessFears for NZ's biosecurity frontline as job axe falls at MPIFed Farmers understands the "economic reality" of cuts, but worries about vital services.22 Mar 04:18 AM
New ZealandRural news in brief: Fieldays and bird hunting licencesA quick look at what's happening in rural New Zealand.21 Mar 02:38 AM
New ZealandWaikato initiatives stand out as Biosecurity Award finalistsThe finalists have all contributed significantly to safeguarding the biosecurity of NZ.12 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandNightmare for elm trees in Te AwamutuA fatal and fast-spreading tree fungus has been discovered in Waipa.29 Feb 03:20 AM
New ZealandFarmers urged to keep an eye out for fall armywormHighly invasive moth can wreak havoc on maize and sweetcorn crops.18 Feb 09:38 PM
TravelMummified monkeys seized by horrified Boston airport workersCustoms officers believed the macabre monkeys were intended as 'bushmeat'.12 Feb 11:15 PM
New ZealandNorth Shore 'poisoning' mystery: Calls for calm as suspicion growsResults of MPI testing are in - but offer no answers.08 Feb 03:26 AM
New ZealandLocals worried as more super-spreading seaweed discovered off Gt Barrier IslandDiscovery comes amid concern some boaties are flouting rules to control exotic caulerpa.17 Jan 03:13 AM
New ZealandClam spread in the spotlight as thousands descend on Lake KarāpiroWaka ama paddlers and gold clams go head-to-head.16 Jan 04:20 AM
New ZealandDead wallabies spotted on side of roads: Northland urged to be alert for pestEvidence suggests the wallaby sightings are genuine.21 Dec 01:04 AM
KahuCompulsory checks for Kai Iwi Lakes boaties amid clam threatThe possibility of a gold clam invasion from the Waikato River has kaitiaki worried.16 Dec 11:44 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young on Luxon's first Cabinet - the good, the bad and the unfairOPINION: Cabinet positions suggests National well and truly in charge.24 Nov 04:00 PM
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
New ZealandSenior Labour MP tells reporter to 'f*** off' as tensions rise after crushing election resultLabour MPs have been discussing the party's future today.17 Oct 04:04 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: The election, the climate and the uncomfortable truthOPINION: Our editorial on latest report by the Ministry for the Environment and Stats NZ.12 Oct 04:00 PM
KahuNgāti Paoa gets green light for Caulerpa removal around WaihekeNgāti Paoa will use suction dredging to safeguard the island's marine environment.11 Oct 08:30 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: The biosecurity balance at the borderOPINION: Our editorial on the ongoing battle at our borders.04 Oct 04:00 PM
TravelAuckland Airport trials express lane to cut unacceptable wait timesExpress lanes aim to ease congestion at Auckland's many layers of border screening.02 Oct 11:10 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 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
New ZealandWatch: Pest Patrol – dogs enlisted for pest-free Banks Peninsula successPest Free Banks Peninsula wants to eradicate all animal pests by 2050.08 Sep 04:37 AM
TravelInfluencer cops $2000 fine for undeclared 'gift' at Aussie border"I had nothing to hide," she said, holding the gift in her hands.27 Aug 09:13 PM
EntertainmentNew twist in case against Amber Heard for smuggling pet dogs into OzThe actress allegedly lied to a court.24 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandThis AI-powered pest-buster can pick kea from stoatClever traps that can pick pests from native species set to join NZ's war on predators.15 Aug 03:54 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
OpinionOpinion: Embracing mātauranga Māori is key to solving many environmental challengesMātauranga Māori holds the key to solving many of Aotearoa's environmental challenges.13 Jul 09:00 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
New ZealandNorthland news in brief: Critical crash, biosecurity risk and hospo finalistsNews snippets from across Northland and the surrounding regions.23 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Wading into the environment, lizard guts and allFormer Wellington Mayor Celia Wade-Brown restores Wairarapa land to its natural state.08 May 03:39 AM
