BusinessRuapehu ski boss heads for retirementEruptions, lahars, faster and better facilities, a catastrophic diesel spill and a devastating arson - it's been a hectic 30 years 12 Jul 04:07 AM
EnvironmentConservation Comment: Island breed brings benefitsIt seems that these days the media are full of news about the damage that cattle are causing to New Zealand's environment. Stories 10 Jul 08:44 PM
New Zealand10 things NZ can learn about climate changeClimate change is already redefining coastlines and the weather here in New Zealand and around the world. How will it affect us and what can we do about it?05 Jul 06:43 PM
New ZealandCorey Bradshaw's open letter to daughterThe first six months of 2016 are the warmest start to a year on record in NZ. Professor Corey Bradshaw pens an open letter to his daughter to apologise.01 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWarning sounds on global warmingThe record warm start to the year will be the new normal within the next few generations, scientists say.30 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandSouth Pole hits alarming climate change milestoneScientists have confirmed that atmospheric carbon dioxide levels have hit record levels in Antarctica.17 Jun 05:55 AM
New ZealandScience milestone not one to celebrateThe last time the amount of carbon dioxide in our atmosphere was at a level of 400 parts per million (ppm), sea levels were at least 10 metres higher than they are today.05 Jun 08:07 AM
New ZealandClimate costs warning from GovernmentPaula Bennett says removing a carbon credit subsidy for businesses could cost households between $30 and $40 a year.27 May 04:00 AM
EconomyBudget 2016: Subsidy for polluters axedEmissions Trading Scheme is to be scrapped.26 May 03:05 AM
WorldThe 51C heatwave that's melting IndiaSuicide among Indian farmers is on the rise because of extreme environmental conditions.25 May 07:02 PM
WorldLove in the time of climate changeMost Alaskans and Canadians have a bear story - tales of fearsome grizzlies, even polar bears. But a mix of the two?23 May 06:56 PM
New ZealandKiwis back sea sanctuaryThe vast majority of Kiwis support creating a marine sanctuary in the Kermadec Islands northeast of New Zealand, a new poll indicates.18 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPoorer nations more affected by climate changeThe world's poorest people are suffering more extreme heat driven by climate change while wealthier nations, including New Zealand, remain less affected.17 May 04:04 AM
OpinionPeter Whitmore: Emissions trading scheme needs meaningful overhaulCOMMENT: The sooner we take action, the lower the cost will be and the less damage we will pass on to future generations.12 May 07:00 PM
AgribusinessClimate change impact faced head onWarmer winds carry fresh challenges to the major industries of regional New Zealand.12 May 02:24 AM
WorldIslands wiped off the face of the EarthAs recently as two years ago, there were five islands in the Pacific Ocean. Now they're nowhere to be seen. Six more are facing the same fate.10 May 07:54 AM
New Zealand'Boss of NZ' responds to kids' climate change videoThe Year 2 pupils arrived at school to a message thanking them for doing a great job to spread awareness about climate change from the Prime Minister.06 May 03:25 AM
OpinionGwynne DyerGwynne Dyer: Climate tipping point could be hereCOMMENT: I learned all our calculations for dealing with climate change could be swept aside by a non-linear event. This could be it.01 May 08:10 PM
OpinionEditorial: Govt stands idly by on emissionsClimate Change Minister Paula Bennett has greeted the Royal Society's report on New Zealand's response as a "useful resource as we transition to a low-emissions economy".27 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow NZ should combat climate changeNew Zealand can and must do more to fight climate change on the home front, say authors of a high-level report out today.26 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSam Judd: Conflict on climate change? Plant more treesCOMMENT: The aftermath of signing the Paris Agreement on climate change is a good time to take stock of where we are at on this important issue.24 Apr 08:44 PM
New ZealandBennett signs historic agreementClimate Change Minister Paula Bennett has signed an historic global climate change agreement on behalf of NZ.22 Apr 09:17 PM
New ZealandClimate change: Reports you need to read170 nations are now signing the Paris Agreement a landmark deal that attempts to rein in global warming beyond 2020.22 Apr 04:13 AM
BusinessVast planting of trees needed to boost green economy: reportNew Zealand urgently needs to plant huge areas of trees to help combat climate change and boost a green economy, a business think-tank says.21 Apr 07:40 PM
OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Can NZ handle the heat?COMMENT: From rising sea levels to flooded rivers, from drought to wildfire - scientists list the impacts of climate change.21 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandClimate change: Why you should worryWith a historic global climate agreement about to be signed in New York, a new report has laid bare how New Zealand will be affected by climate change.18 Apr 03:00 PM
New Zealand'We are, without doubt, cheats'New Zealand is being accused of cheating to fulfil its international climate change obligations.17 Apr 11:04 PM
New ZealandBennett to sign historic climate agreementClimate Change Minister Paula Bennett will head to New York next week to sign New Zealand up to a historic climate agreement.13 Apr 12:29 AM
BDBDBusinessBennett signals end to emissions dealBig industrial emitters of greenhouse gases will lose their right under the emissions trading scheme to offset only half of their emissions, Climate Change Minister Paula Bennett told an international energy conference in Wellington.16 Mar 04:00 PM
BusinessDr Klaus Lackner: The carbon catcherWhat if we could fight climate change by capturing emissions and locking them away? It sounds good, but the obstacles are huge, reports Chris Mooney.10 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldAs world heats up it won't just rain, it'll pour - scientistsAs the climate heats up, the forecast is also calling for more rain. Think downpours. Cats and dogs. Or just "extreme rain", as the scientists call it.09 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionJeanette Fitzsimons: Forget tinkering with emissions trading scheme, scrap itMany suspect the design of ETS, with no price floor and emissions cap, was never intended to make a difference to our climate changing emissions.01 Mar 04:00 PM
