PremiumPremiumOpinionEthan ManeraEthan Manera: Little right to hit back as soaring water charges threaten Wellington's recoveryOPINION: Amid looming water shock, the minister aimed at the wrong target.28 Mar 01:00 AM
Auckland'Do not swim': Most Auckland beaches unsafe for swimming after stormy weatherThursday's weather event caused wastewater overflow into many of the city's swim spots.27 Mar 05:00 AM
OpinionDriving in the wrong direction: Why NZ's oil consumption is at a 5-year highOPINION: Oil now makes up 77% of NZ's fossil-fuel emissions, mostly from transport.25 Mar 09:50 PM
SportJellyfish, dolphins and support from Kelly Slater as Ridler's epic swim nears end22 Mar 12:00 AM
PremiumLifestyleAre microplastics in our bodies harming us? Here's what the science says19 Mar 01:03 AM
New Zealand'Health hazard': Anger at delay in removal of dumped asbestos near city water source12 Mar 02:06 AM
New Zealand'People want answers': Moa Point repair gear still not even orderedWellington Water says ordering key replacement gear may take months.05 Mar 04:53 AM
Auckland'Bureaucracy gone mad': Titirangi resident in council stand-off over sewage leakCouncillor Ken Turner has taken up the case, calling it a systemic failure.04 Mar 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyAuckland builder to pay $5000 after sediment pours into Oakley CreekSediment-laden water from the New Windsor site flowed into Oakley Creek.27 Feb 03:44 AM
WorldPost-it maker 3M on trial in Belgium over 'forever' chemicalsAbout 1400 locals are each seeking €20,000 in compensation from 3M.24 Feb 06:21 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRoger Partridge: Damned if they do, damned if they don't – the billion-dollar bill for Labour's gas banOPINION: The LNG levy will cost up to $180m a year for 15 years to secure back-up fuel.18 Feb 08:00 PM
WorldEnvironmental groups sue Trump administration over dismantled climate ruleGroups from the American Lung Association to the Sierra Club have joined.18 Feb 05:19 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessRua Gold to list on NZX ahead of fast-track bid for Reefton mineThe Reefton project targets underground gold and antimony mine for 2029 output.17 Feb 11:41 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld Trump allies near 'total victory' in ending US climate regulationTheir plan targets a 2009 EPA finding that greenhouse gases endanger health.11 Feb 05:00 PM
WellingtonPoo map: Where is the sewage in Wellington flowing?A map by Calypso Science tracks where the Moa Point plant sewage is drifting on the coast.10 Feb 03:47 AM
New ZealandSeabed mine is sunk, South Taranaki leaders say'The cultural impacts far outweigh any regional benefit.'08 Feb 09:26 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Wellington sewage snag yet another reminder of NZ's infrastructure deficitOPINION: We have a habit of fixing the problem in front of us, not the one for the future.08 Feb 04:00 PM
ChristchurchSewage makes four popular Canterbury bays unsafe for swimmingResidents are urged to avoid swimming and other water activities there.07 Feb 05:46 AM
WellingtonPhotos show raw sewage pouring into ocean after 'catastrophic failure'Snaps of the Wellington sewage fiasco show just what is being pumped out at the beaches.05 Feb 12:56 AM
WellingtonWatch: 'Catastrophic' sewage plant failure happened during remedial work - and it's still going into sea'We're in a bad way,' said city's water boss, describing the situation as 90/100. 04 Feb 07:13 PM
ChristchurchDiesel fumes linger as capsized tour boat left 'well wedged' on Akaroa rocksWildlife experts remain on standby as environmental monitoring continues.02 Feb 12:58 AM
New ZealandPlans to submerge wrecked tourist boat as 2240 litres of diesel leaks into seaThe Black Cat vessel capsized near Akaroa carrying 38 passengers and three crew members.01 Feb 05:41 AM
New ZealandFuel visible in water after Akaroa boat capsize, wildlife teams on standbyThe Black Cat cruise boat had 2240 litres of marine diesel fuel on board.01 Feb 01:41 AM
WorldPakistan smog crisis: Citizens deploy DIY air monitors and sue statePakistan ranked third most-polluted globally in 2024, World Bank data shows.21 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Had me retching': Christchurch beach closed due to 'ungodly' smell of raw sewageA public health warning has been issued after raw sewage flowed into the busy beach.10 Jan 05:17 AM
WorldNew Delhi’s worst air pollution in years fuels anger in test for Modi’s partyPrime Minister’s party was criticised over its handling of the air quality emergency.31 Dec 09:37 PM
New ZealandWellington and Lower Hutt beaches off-limits after wastewater dischargesAll swim sites in the areas have been flagged by officials as unsafe to use.26 Dec 04:56 AM
New ZealandPest fish threat: Officials warn Lake Karāpiro perch here to stayFive adult redfin perch were later found in nearby Lake Horohoro.23 Dec 05:00 AM
AucklandDo not swim: Popular Auckland beach off limits after wastewater floods bayAs temperatures rise, beaches will be packed, but some spots must be avoided.21 Dec 09:07 PM