New ZealandMore than 500 scallops in illegal haulAggressive divers took more than 500 scallops in an incident at Whangarei Heads.22 Feb 05:12 AM
New ZealandNZ forests could be absorbing 60% more CO2Our forests and other land areas may be sucking up to 60 per cent more carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere than previously thought and we can likely thank our native trees for much of it.15 Feb 11:32 PM
New ZealandDumped-flounder find sparks MPI inquirySUP140217NADFISH01.JPG or SUP140217NADFISH02.JPG The 170 flounder found in a Northland stream have disgusted Whangaruru locals. PHOTO/SUPPLIED. By 15 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandLargest paua bust in a decadeJunior fisheries officers in Auckland found four people in possession of 260 paua, 258 of which were shucked and all of which were undersized.03 Feb 12:31 AM
BDBDAgribusinessKing Salmon passes FMA sniff testKing Salmon passed an FMA sniff test despite only hinting at challenges in Sounds.31 Jan 11:48 PM
New ZealandScientists hopeful about albatross numbersScientists just back from an annual white-capped albatross census in the remote and windswept subantarctic islands are hopeful for the welfare of the iconic endemic seabirds.29 Jan 07:38 PM
New ZealandFirst date leads to shellfish banA romantic first date along a Russell beach has sparked a toxic seafood alert that has seen a ban on collecting shellfish from the entire Bay of Islands.27 Jan 09:21 PM
CrimeSurge in illegal online seafood sales in NorthlandCan we make sure this one makes it in maybe in body of story - SUR_$80_buy_sell_and_swap.JPG ;Orders are being taken for seafood 27 Jan 06:00 PM
BusinessSouth Island salmon farms shift proposedNew Zealand King Salmon has six farms in the Marlborough Sounds that the company wants to relocate.26 Jan 07:23 PM
New ZealandPredator-free NZ: The seven big questionsToday marks six months since the Government announced an ambitious plan to rid New Zealand of pest predators by 2050. Is the concept possible, or even safe?24 Jan 10:14 PM
OpinionBest Fish Guide should revisit the factsCOMMENT: A strong correlation was found between the state of the country's fish stocks and the quality of its fisheries management, writes Tim Pankhurst.24 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Is it sport or animal cruelty?MPI is investigating an alleged breach of welfare at the Mid Northern Rodeo near Whangarei.23 Jan 07:55 AM
New ZealandGovt to appeal landmark rulingA landmark court ruling which allows councils to place restrictions on fishing is being challenged by the Government.20 Jan 04:29 AM
New ZealandNorth to get a burst of rain and thunderAuckland and Northland are about to get much-needed rain with a line of thunderstorms off the coast of the North Island.18 Jan 08:36 PM
New ZealandNZ scientists bound for Auckland IslandsScientists are this week heading to the subantarctic Auckland Islands for an annual survey of white-capped albatross and New Zealand sea lion numbers in the remote and windswept region.17 Jan 03:20 AM
WorldClive Palmer claims council workers killed his deerClive Palmer says council workers illegally killed his deer and sold the meat to local restaurants.14 Jan 02:23 AM
New ZealandWilliam Trubridge: Rare dolphins still not protectedFreedive world champion William Trubridge has penned a letter to the fishing industry, calling for more action to protect New Zealand's endangered dolphin species.06 Jan 02:45 AM
OpinionInnovation and perspiration fuel predator-free goalCOMMENT: In 1986, New Zealand pioneered the first offshore island rat eradication at Breaksea Island in Fiordland.02 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandCheetahs used in NZ animal researchCheetahs are among an increasing number of protected species being used for animal research in New Zealand.23 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldAustralian way of life 'under threat'Australia has been battling the invasive South American fire ants for 15 years, but have so far failed to stop the vicious and aggressive insects.21 Dec 05:48 PM
New ZealandBrief time ashore for undersized pauaAlmost 600 undersized paua have been returned to the sea near Napier after several large-scale paua busts in one day. Ministry for 20 Dec 01:44 AM
New ZealandKaikoura crayfish ban to lift next weekImportant fishery in good shape after Kaikoura earthquake.15 Dec 10:30 PM
New ZealandTrio accused of taking 2683 musselsThree men have appeared in court in relation to the largest seizure of illegally gathered mussels in Northland in over a decade. Ministry 14 Dec 08:58 PM
BDBDAgribusinessPrimary industry revenue to fall in 2017, MPI saysThe Ministry for Primary Industries has warned revenue from the sector is likely to fall by 0.8 per cent in 2017 to $36.7 billion.13 Dec 05:25 AM
New ZealandVicious voracious invader out in forceIt is hard to gauge the size of the Asian paddle crab invasion at Ngunguru as they are so aggressive and territorial they won't share 13 Dec 12:30 AM
New ZealandNumber of animals used in tests fallsFewer animals were used in experiments in New Zealand in 2015 but a bigger proportion didn't survive their tests, according to new figures.12 Dec 04:00 PM
RetailOops - wrong muesli bars in the boxGriffin's has been forced to recall a batch of muesli bars after the wrong product was put in the box.12 Dec 12:50 AM
New ZealandMeet NZ's 'perfect sniffing machine'Cross between a beagle and a harrier hound created to protect New Zealand's borders is believed to be a world first.11 Dec 09:42 PM
New ZealandGary Taylor: Gulf plan a 'major achievement'COMMENT: The launch of the Hauraki Gulf's first marine spatial plan is a major achievement and not to be under-estimated, writes Gary Taylor.06 Dec 05:15 AM
New ZealandRevealed: Bold plan to save Hauraki GulfProposed new marine protected areas, rules for polluters and changes to commercial fishing methods have been revealed in a long-awaited master plan for the Hauraki Gulf.06 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandBlack market meat operation shut downShoppers are being urged to source their meat from legitimate suppliers after the Ministry for Primary Industries shut down a black 30 Nov 06:42 PM
Freight and logisticsKaikoura Earthquake to cost Govt up to $3bThe Kaikoura Earthquake will cost the Government up to $3 billion, the Treasury estimates.30 Nov 02:34 AM
New Zealand'We would lock ourselves in the room'Incredibly strong young Kiwi Destiny O'Brien opened up about the abuse she endured from her own father.29 Nov 12:47 AM
New ZealandCrab surprise at Auckland AirportAn airport quarantine officer got a horrifying surprise when he opened a passenger's chilly bin.28 Nov 10:16 PM
