New Zealand'Greener' pastures could help farms slash emissionsIncorporating plantain into grazed land found to reduce release of greenhouse gasses.29 Mar 09:16 PM
New ZealandNew lake appears here to stayMore is now known about the growing lake between Wairoa and Gisborne.28 Mar 05:00 PM
EnvironmentNew disease strain unleashed against rabbitsA new virus is to be introduced to kill rabbits, 21 years after the first illegal release.21 Mar 08:10 PM
Agribusiness reportWatch: Sterile pink moths to rescue applesA million sterile codling moths are opening export doors. Made with funding from NZ On Air21 Mar 07:30 PM
Environment'Ambitious' cleanup for Hawke's Bay riversAn annual cost of $10.16 million is estimated to be needed to meet swimmability targets.18 Mar 09:00 PM
New ZealandFloods delay Napier-Wairoa rail reopening100m of rail line washed out during Thursday's weather event15 Mar 07:27 PM
New ZealandResidents await groundwater test resultsAffected residents form committee, recovery manager appointed.15 Mar 07:00 AM
New ZealandEmissions ruling angers forest ownersRules for ETS eligibility have changed drastically, owners say15 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandRubbish dumpers may have left a clueAn important clue has been left in a pile of rubbish dumped in Waipapakauri last week.15 Mar 01:30 AM
New ZealandWhanganui forest owners frustrated with MPITwo Whanganui forest ventures are at odds with Ministry for Primary Industries criteria.14 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandBeach residents fed up with floodingTokerau Beach locals are sick of swimming through a 'lake' after a storm hits the street.14 Mar 09:43 PM
New ZealandExotic mosquito found near Kaipara Harbour, MPI saysA species normally found in Asia, Australia and the Pacific has entered the country.14 Mar 04:08 AM
AgribusinessAttack squad of weevils releasedWorld first horsetail weed control with weevils. Made with funding from NZ On Air.08 Mar 09:45 PM
EnvironmentPrizes, volleyball on offer at beach clean-upYouth to focus on environment with beach clean up08 Mar 04:00 PM
AgribusinessPutting NZ on the path to zero carbonPlanned law to reduce greenhouse gas emissions will have widespread economic impact.08 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandStink bug's big threat: How it may devastate NZOfficials are intercepting more brown marmorated stink bugs and we should all be worried.05 Mar 10:55 PM
CrimeScouting for eels lands pair in courtPair caught on rural property say they were looking for eels.05 Mar 03:00 AM
TravelRangitikei high country walk a Kiwi experienceRidge Top Farm combines glamping with a Kiwi farm experience.01 Mar 08:30 PM
New ZealandBee lover fed up with bee poop on her homeSpringvale resident says bee poop is driving her mad - but she still loves bees.01 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandMyrtle rust found for first time on DOC landFungus can adversely affect myrtle species, including pohutukawa, manuka and kanuka.27 Feb 11:58 PM
CrimeFar North call: Spot the dope growers and help policeFar North police want locals who see people growing cannabis plants to report it.27 Feb 02:30 AM
BusinessStink bugs not a big problem: TurnersTurners Automotive Group says it will suffer "minimal impact" from stink bugs on ships.26 Feb 09:59 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 ZealandTaranaki tap water partially on; boil water notice appliesAdvice is for people to run their outside tap for 10 mins first until the water is clean.23 Feb 09:14 PM
New ZealandRegion's water quality improving - studyStudy finds multiple factors contributing to faster-than-expected small improvement23 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandE.coli at beaches sparks warningTesting last week indicated bacteria in a number of waterways across Northland.22 Feb 10:00 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 ZealandDead birds near Kapiti waterways show signs of avian botulismSigns of suspected avian botulism in Kapiti sparks warnings to avoid dead birds.20 Feb 06:30 PM
BusinessFed Farmers trying to raise $50k to challenge water planFed Farmers trying to raise $50k to challenge controversial plan to improve Lake Rotorua.19 Feb 05:07 PM
Freight and logisticsNew tanker shipping fuel from Marsden PtThe new oil tanker is specifically designed for working around New Zealand.18 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandMaps show coastal homes under threatNew charts mark where 13,500 properties are in the way of tide and time.18 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandResource consent granted to drill and test aquiferBay of Plenty Regional Council had given the green light to install a bore and test water.16 Feb 02:40 AM
New ZealandKing of the lizards makes a comebackDuvaucel's geckos can grow up to 30cm long and live to be 70 years old.15 Feb 08:00 PM
OpinionClimate-change retaliation early key to successThere has been a lot of talk about climate change this holiday season - with good reason.15 Feb 04:00 PM
