New ZealandMinister downplays reports of imminent plastic-bag banEugenie Sage wants to phase out single-use plastic bags but no decision has been made.05 Jun 05:19 AM
EconomyCompanies put an end to plastic pollutionIt we don't act now, more plastic will be in the oceans than fish.04 Jun 07:46 PM
New ZealandPlastic pollution: Why tragic photographs aren't enoughTragic images of ocean life swimming in plastic belies a bigger problem, researchers say.03 Jun 04:24 AM
New ZealandAre 'biodegradable' plastic bags any better for the planet?Not enough is known about how these materials break down in the environment.22 May 11:00 PM
WorldThe startling image that captures a crisisNational Geographic's cover is going viral featuring image called "one for the ages".17 May 06:56 AM
EnergyCarbon footprint grows for NZ buildingsBuildings could be belching out 20 per cent of NZ's carbon pollution, new report finds.13 May 05:00 PM
EnvironmentWhanganui supermarket to scrap plastic bagsPlastic bags will soon be a thing of the past at Whanganui's Countdown Victoria Ave store.07 May 07:00 PM
New ZealandSea mining effects to be simulatedNiwa is about to attempt one of the most challenging underwater experiments ever.06 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew Govt water plan would curb intensificationTough measures aim to control pollution in rural waterways.06 May 03:47 AM
New ZealandSurvey reveals tiny plastic scourge hurting sealifeScientists have analysed hundreds of harmful microplastics found on Wellington's shores.06 May 01:52 AM
New ZealandCelebrated scientist wading in on NZ's freshwater woesFreshwater campaigner Dr Mike Joy aims to get action in new role at new university.03 May 06:51 AM
OpinionJacob Anderson: Eight ways to help the planetDoing our bit for the environment doesn't have to be hard, writes geologist Jacob Anderson01 May 10:25 PM
New ZealandMajor report: What we've done to NZ's landscapeNZ now losing nearly 200m tonnes of soil each year, with consequences for our environment.18 Apr 11:00 PM
New ZealandLocals demand to know cause of Auckland shellfish deathsLocals are demanding to know how scores of shellfish died in an Auckland marine reserve.08 Apr 01:05 AM
New ZealandRubbish dumped in 'hangout spots' irks groupMountain Biking North Otago members annoyed at rubbish being left at "hangout spot".07 Apr 03:51 AM
New ZealandFreedom camping fines increase$350,000 in fines have been issued to freedom campers in the Queenstown Lakes District.07 Apr 03:43 AM
BusinessOil giant Shell saw climate change comingJournalist uncovered a 1988 report commissioned by Shell titled The Greenhouse Effect.06 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe lake that lost its breathThree years after his wedding at placid Lake Tutira, Jamie Morton asks if it can be saved.30 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldPlastic wasteland 3 times size of FranceA three-year mapping plastic project shows that the problem is much worse than thought.23 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhat dolphin teeth can tell us about ocean pollutionCrucial clues about the contamination of our coasts may be hiding in an unlikely place.21 Mar 12:47 AM
WorldMicroplastic pollution much worse than fearedMicroplastic pollution is a lot worse than initially thought, experts have confirmed.13 Mar 05:57 AM
New ZealandHauraki Gulf headache: Snapper, sharks, trevally stocks collapseSlow action and conflict are dogging efforts to stop the Hauraki Gulf's steady decline.01 Mar 09:05 PM
AirlinesMile-high monitors: The airliners helping model weatherA global weather modelling programme using commercial planes now reaches NZ.01 Mar 04:57 AM
OpinionDefying beach warnings could make you illCOMMENT: Rash of signs may at last prod council and public into fixing the issue.28 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWater quality fears: 'King of the Bays' venue switchKing of the Bays event director Scott Rice said he refused to compromise swimmer safety.28 Feb 03:28 AM
New ZealandGovernment considering ban on plastic bagsGovernment considering plastic bags ban after 65,000-strong petition handed to Parliament.27 Feb 01:52 AM
KahuWaka voyage opens eyes to plastic scourgeAn East Coast waka voyage has encountered a surprising amount of ocean plastic pollution.25 Feb 06:22 PM
New ZealandPlastic perhaps not so fantasticPlastic has many uses - but have we made too much and what can we do about it?25 Feb 05:01 AM
New ZealandKindy kids petition to ban plastic bagsYoung children draw more than 400 pictures of sick turtles, birds and fish.22 Feb 05:30 PM
OpinionWater should not need to be chlorinatedChlorination of water is an admission of failure to maintain the environment.21 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandTrash Town: Dumped rubbish danger to marine lifeWhat impact is dumped rubbish having on our marine life?20 Feb 10:00 PM
WorldAre every day products polluting the air?A major study suggests the nature of air pollution is changing dramatically.16 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandAre sewage spills hurting Auckland's marine life?Forest and Bird is worried sewage overflows could be hurting Auckland's marine life.14 Feb 05:04 AM
