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Rāhui placed across pristine Waitematā after raw sewage flows into harbour

Local iwi have put a rāhui in place over the harbour following the Parnell sewer blowout.

Damaged 1080 trucked 1000km for disposal in Marton landfill

The 1080 bait was damaged during flooding on the West Coast, then taken to the landfill.

Fears about new beetles

The planned release of vast numbers of imported dung beetles could spread nasty gut diseases, Auckland's top public health doctor has warned.

Stink over dung beetles in NZ

At a secret location just north of Auckland, an experiment has started which might alter the face of New Zealand's $12 billion dairy industry.

Father refuses to accept Thai experts' findings

Sarah Carter's father refuses to accept Thai authorities' belief that her death was not linked to an insect control chemical.

Hotel insecticide used in NZ

An insecticide implicated in a Kiwi tourist's death could be harming NZ workers, the Green Party claims.

Erma to probe safety of teeth whiteners

Call for politicians to save the bees

Pay the price for pearly whites

Buyer beware: That's the expert advice for beachgoers wanting a quick fix to brighten their pearly whites for summer.