New ZealandWairoa forestry block hit by 570% rates rise sparks call for cap1100-hectare block near Wairoa's annual rates skyrocketed from $30,000 a year to $200,000.10 Feb 07:52 PM
PremiumRetail'A nice round number': Ikea owner sets sights on 100,000ha of local forestsIngka already owns about 43,000ha of New Zealand forest worth $648m.01 Feb 08:00 PM
TravelHow a cold, wet Whistler forest forced one traveller to finally slow downIndigenous-owned Talaysay Tours weaves Squamish and shíshálh stories through bush.29 Jan 07:00 AM
WorldBrazil's Amazon lost area the size of Spain in 40 years, study saysScientists warn the forest is nearing a tipping point of 20-25% loss.15 Sep 10:13 PM
New ZealandForest guardians reject use of GMOs'Even if it is legal at the national level, it’s not accepted in FSC-certified forests.'11 Sep 10:42 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldUS wildfire fighters get mask protection after long banNY Times: For years workers were expose to toxins known to cause cancer, other diseases. 10 Sep 06:00 PM
WorldSix dead as wildfires devastate regions in Spain, PortugalThousands battled 20 wildfires in western Spain with aircraft and soldiers.18 Aug 07:51 PM
World'Extreme risk': Three lives lost as southern Europe battles wildfiresThree men die as wildfires, fuelled by drought and a heatwave, hit southern Europe.12 Aug 09:13 PM
New ZealandAmy’s Forest: How tribute to farmer's sister is also enriching the land'In Amy’s memory, it will be enjoyed by generations to come.'19 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandLogging company fined $112k for breaching environmental standardsThe company was fined $112,500 for breaching environmental standards.17 Jul 05:55 AM
New ZealandForestry leader says Tasman hit by growing trees – not slash Locals across Tasman say the flood damage has been worsened by forestry slash.14 Jul 10:35 PM
New ZealandFarm-to-forest conversions continue - reportClose to 40,000ha of farms sold for forestry since September last year.12 Jun 09:33 PM
New ZealandFar North residents fear logging slash threatens roads amid bad weatherA Far North couple have fears logging slash will threaten roads as winter nears.05 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Real conversations': Fieldays spotlight on forestry's future role“Our forests generate important economic income for the regions."16 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand Itsy bitsy ... New jumping spider species with 'puny' genitalia discovered It lives under rimu bark, a behaviour not seen in other jumping spiders.07 May 01:53 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTwo more Hawke’s Bay farms sold to overseas buyers for forestryThree CHB farms have sold in quick succession to overseas buyers for forestry conversion.04 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Recruitment issue': Council struggles to fill $129k forest jobIt turns out that hiring a dedicated manager for Nelson’s forests is not so clear-cut.05 Mar 09:06 PM
New ZealandRemains of 79yo Auckland tramper missing since March found in Waikato forestThe woman went missing while laying bait in the forest with her group.04 Feb 07:29 AM
New ZealandFined forestry giant yet to rectify issues after cyclone damage, despite court ordersJudge extends deadline for forestry cleanup in Tolaga Bay amid compliance issues.15 Jan 04:29 AM
TravelA Waiheke vineyard just launched an adventure experience. Is it worth trying?We give the thrilling experience a try.07 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne council slaps Aratu Forests with fresh enforcement orderAratu Forests receives a second enforcement order application in five months.05 Dec 04:15 AM
New ZealandCould biochar be the wonder product for forestry and farming?Charcoal-like product is made from smouldering woody offcuts in large kilns.02 Dec 01:33 AM
New Zealand'Right thing to do': Forester selling woodchip to fuel local biomass market'The benefits for us have not been financial, I’ll put that upfront.'13 Nov 08:32 PM
RetailTairāwhiti forestry decline hits local economyGisborne businesses are struggling as the region grapples with a decline in forestry.01 Oct 12:52 AM
New ZealandSome Kiwis still "sleepwalking through life" oblivious to pest problem, says conservationistA Northland man is urging gardeners to use dead possums for fertiliser.30 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandResearch centre questioned again over where it puts fundingThe Marlborough Research Centre put $20,000 into New Zealand Dryland Forests.13 Sep 03:50 AM
