New ZealandPolice dive squad to search for missing manThe search for missing man Fabian Dobson continues.05 Sep 10:08 AM
New ZealandPolice name dead fisherman found at Lake ColeridgeThe fisherman who died at Lake Coleridge has been named as John Morgan of Christchurch.01 Sep 12:29 AM
New ZealandQ&A: The murky fate of Canterbury's riversMakers of a film showing in Auckland tonight discuss the plight of Canterbury's rivers.30 Aug 10:38 PM
KahuElection policy series: The battle over our riversHow do political parties propose to manage and protect our lakes and rivers?30 Aug 05:00 PM
KahuSuicides in NZ highest since records beganDeaths by suicide rose to over 600 last year for the first time in recorded history.28 Aug 05:00 PM
KahuMajority of Kiwis back Labour's water taxLabour's royalty on freshwater is backed by 70 per cent of Kiwis in a new poll.28 Aug 04:00 AM
New ZealandFact or Fiction: Labour's water taxHow much will farmers really pay if Labour brings in a water tax?14 Aug 05:00 PM
EnvironmentSummer swimming: one in four spots unsafeAlmost 25 per cent of Hawke's Bay's monitored swimming spots were deemed unsafe.12 Aug 08:00 PM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Thanks to the Rotorua Redwoods volunteersIt's a lot of fun as well. Made with funding from NZ On Air.23 Jun 06:41 PM
PoliticsMayor, farmers on Labour water policyWater and pollution are shaping up to be a key issue come election time.13 Jun 02:00 AM
LifestyleWatch NZH Local Focus: Health warning for Lake NgarotoHealth warning reissued one month after it was lifted. Made with Funding from NZ On Air.09 Jun 07:03 PM
New ZealandLabour policy takes aim at dairy pollutionLabour's new freshwater policy would make it tougher for farms to intensify operations.09 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandBudget: Greens slam environment fundingGreens say the Budget's environment and conservation funding is far below what's needed.25 May 03:04 AM
New ZealandGreen groups hope for DoC boost in BudgetGreen groups want to see a big boost in DoC's core biodiversity budget this Thursday.23 May 05:12 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Restoring Lake Horowhenua to full healthMuaupoko tribe wants a $1.6 million injection. Made with funding from NZ On Air.22 May 02:18 AM
OpinionWater rights should be an election issueA Waterways Act that puts all water bodies in trust for future generations would be timely07 May 05:00 PM
TourismNZ's lure as the 'loneliest, loveliest land'NZ's safety and natural beauty mean overseas tourists are flocking to our parks.05 May 04:28 AM
New ZealandQ&A: The state of our rivers and lakesTwo leading scientists discuss today's report into our under-pressure rivers and lakes.27 Apr 01:35 AM
New Zealand'Damning' report: Rivers, lakes in troubleAnother major stocktake has painted a grim picture of our freshwater environment.26 Apr 11:00 PM
New ZealandNZ from above: Astronaut's stunning picsAstronaut Thomas Pesquet wrote that he'd 'love to explore' New Zealand.24 Apr 07:19 PM
New ZealandFreshwater report: five key findingsFive findings from a new independent stocktake of the state of our lakes and rivers.11 Apr 06:47 PM
New ZealandRotorua braces for more flooding, slipsTime to get out your gumboots and umbrellas with wet weather on the way.11 Apr 05:38 AM
New ZealandWatercare calls for more water usage cutsAucklanders are being asked to continue conserving water.30 Mar 02:32 AM
New ZealandLegal action possible over Hunter ValleyThere is an effort to overturn the decision to allow American television presenter Matt Lauer to buy the Hunter Valley Station.09 Mar 11:54 PM
New ZealandPregnant woman, toddler hurt Devil's Staircase crashThree people were hurt in a two-car crash at Devil's Staircase at Lake Wakatipu.27 Feb 02:53 AM
New ZealandBody of missing swimmer foundSearchers have confirmed that the body of a 21-year-old student missing at Lake Karapiro has been found.26 Feb 11:58 PM
PoliticsMixed reaction to water-quality planSome say the Government's water-quality proposals are not ambitious enough, but others - including farmers - are cautiously optimistic.26 Feb 06:58 PM
OpinionOpinion: Is Nick Smith Minister for Magic?COMMENT: The Environment Minister's promise to make 90 per cent of rivers swimmable by 2040 is a cynical sleight of hand, writes Gen Toop from Greenpeace.24 Feb 11:58 PM
OpinionMark Dye: Waterway plan rubbishCOMMENT: The Government's plan to clean up waterways is an attempt to look as though action's being taken, when in reality nothing's happening, says Mark Dye.23 Feb 08:53 PM
New ZealandPreparing New Zealand for climate changePreparing New Zealand's water stores for a warmer climate is a major focus of new research projects just awarded more than $2 million.13 Feb 07:50 PM
EnvironmentWatch NZH Local Focus: Erosion debate divides Taupo District CouncilThe decision to close a Taupo District Council reserve in Kinloch to cars has been revoked - as debate rages about the causes of erosion in the area. Made with funding from NZ On Air.08 Feb 11:04 PM
New ZealandHistoric museum closed for two years (+ video)One of New Zealand's most-identifiable buildings closed for at least two years.01 Feb 09:26 PM
New ZealandExhausted tramper rescued from remote South Island high countryAn exhausted tramper has been rescued from remote South Island wilderness.30 Jan 11:42 PM
New ZealandHighlights: Little and Turei's big speechesThese are the high points from Labour and Greens' State of the Nation speeches this afternoon.29 Jan 04:02 AM
