New ZealandBusy Tauranga beach contaminated by wastewaterThe contamination was caused by a wastewater overflow at Pilot Bay in Mount Maunganui.13 Jan 11:28 PM
New ZealandSprayed-off hills that shocked visitor okay - with conditionsHorizons Regional Council wants more research on "spray and pray" pasture technique.11 Jan 07:00 AM
New ZealandReduce irrigation, increase profit, says Forest & BirdForest & Bird says Horizons and HBRC are ignoring irrigation research.10 Jan 03:07 AM
New ZealandParts of Lake Taupo deemed safe for swimmingSwimming will be allowed at the northern part of Lake Taupo's Acacia Bay09 Jan 11:07 PM
New ZealandNZ's 'bad' lakes: Where you should avoidScientists have begun a sprawling health check of hundreds of New Zealand lakes.09 Jan 03:49 AM
New ZealandLake, river pollution key concern of KiwisA survey has revealed river and lake pollution is the second highest concern of Kiwis07 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandUK couple shocked by New Zealand spray cultureThe United Kingdom is much greener than New Zealand, two visitors say.05 Jan 12:00 AM
EditorialEditorial: Unwelcome pests need firm responseEDITORIAL: Valuable primary sector requires protection, at border and inside farm gate.26 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNo-go zones: The spots deemed unsafe for swimmingTen beach sites in Auckland among those listed as unsafe.19 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandGene-editing: How it could be used in NZExperts have set out potential ways gene-editing technology could be used in New Zealand.18 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPM announces Zero Carbon Act timelineGovernment aiming for a net zero emissions economy by 2050.18 Dec 02:39 AM
EnvironmentWingspan to build new conservation centre in partnership with Ngati WhakaueConstruction and development of the conservation centre will soon begin on the new site.17 Dec 08:42 PM
New ZealandConcern after fish die in Hastings riverNearly 200 fish were found dead in the Clive River on Saturday due to weed build-up.17 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandBizarre Ed Sheeran protest at GlenorchyGlenorchy woman escorted from Queenstown Lakes District Council chambers.14 Dec 10:27 PM
New ZealandMore livestock coming into Hawke's Bay than usualDry weather in the North Island has lead to an increase in livestock coming into the Bay.13 Dec 09:00 PM
BusinessSmall town with a big, toxic stenchBlame laid with council for stench that made businessman ill and staff sent home.11 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandToxin-producing algae at another Taupo baySamples show toxic algae is present in bay on Lake Taupo.11 Dec 12:59 AM
New ZealandPutrid river like fishing in 'open sewer'Stinky fish, green on the inside, a warning for fishing enthusiasts.10 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandMorrinsville water crisis: Supply back on tonightIt's hoped the water will be back on Morrinsville, in Waikato, tonight.10 Dec 12:27 AM
AgribusinessNZ pest tech catching Larry Ellison's ratsNZ pest technology is clearing Larry Ellison's Hawaiian Island of pests10 Dec 12:10 AM
New ZealandMore algae blooms found in Lake TaupoRegional council staff have collected more samples from algae blooms in lake.09 Dec 11:51 PM
New ZealandMorrinsville water crisis continuesWater leak between treatment plant and reservoir has still not been found.09 Dec 06:08 PM
New ZealandBig dry: Tank water bottoms outSome Auckland residents face up to a two-week wait for rainwater tanks to be filled.09 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHeat keeps lake's toxic algae bloomLake Taupo's toxic algae bloom is expected to stay around while hot weather continues.08 Dec 02:39 AM
New ZealandNew life for old plastic bags at Levin factoryA Levin manufacturer is giving a second life to more than 25 tonnes of plastic bags.07 Dec 07:03 PM
New ZealandTreated water a 'reality' post-gastro crisisA number of Havelock North locals agree with continued chlorination.06 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandSupermarket denies price-gouging claimsWater sales rise in crisis, and supermarket denies price gouging.05 Dec 10:45 PM
New ZealandSweltering temperatures cause concern for firefightersLong grass in the Selwyn district is causing concern for firefighters as temperatures soar05 Dec 09:30 PM
New ZealandResidents concerned over low water levelsTiming, no warning about low levels of Napier water "troubling" for residents.05 Dec 03:30 AM
New ZealandNapier residents blamed for 'critically low' waterRestrictions in place as residents are warned water supply could run out.04 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandMicrobeads ban announced by GovernmentThe Government will ban the sale and manufacture of plastic microbeads.04 Dec 03:07 AM
Business'Massive' forestry plan for Hawke's Bay$300m vision to "re-cloak" Hawke's Bay in trees03 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandNZ 'may have lost battle' against myrtle rustIt may be impossible to defeat a pathogen threatening several cherished native species.03 Dec 01:10 AM
New ZealandDeerhunters angered by 1080 deathsHundreds of deer carcasses reported after the Molesworth 1080 drop to fight tuberculosis.01 Dec 04:00 PM