New Zealand'Not enough evidence' that incinerator would be positive for community, mayor saysWaipā District Council prepares feedback on Te Awamutu waste-to-energy plant.27 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandPrime Minister comfortable living by new radioactive waste facilityA facility for storing all of the country's radioactive waste has been built in Manawatū.27 Nov 05:38 AM
New ZealandNZ's secret radioactive waste facilityThe storage facility, made with concrete and steel, was kept secret at the request of the Health Ministry. Video / Ben Dickens Graphics / Corey FlemingWatch26 Nov 04:00 PM
LifestyleWhat can you do with your vege scraps?From inventive pesto to DIY crisps, Nikki Birrell recommends getting creative.26 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWatch: Secret radioactive waste facility built; neighbours 'horrified' they weren't toldThe Health Ministry argues the facility was built in secret due to 'national security'.26 Nov 04:00 PM
BusinessSimon and Paula Herbert buy into NZX-listed WasteCoNew move from couple with holdings in marina, data centre and dredging sectors.21 Nov 09:47 PM
New ZealandHip hip poo-ray, it’s World Toilet Day!Reporter Noelle is down in the dumps at Māngere Wastewater Treatment Plant to get to the bottom of what happens to our poo when it goes down the loo.Watch18 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandCar 'saves the day' after truck rolls down steep Wellington hillA large truck has come off a notoriously windy road in the capital.13 Nov 11:22 PM
New ZealandFor or against waste-to-energy plant: Submissions due by December 18Time running out to submit to EPA on Te Awamutu's waste-to-energy plant.11 Nov 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessBeyond Soap founder on making sustainability affordableCharlene Fitisemanu talks to Tom Raynel about her sustainable soap business Beyond.10 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandPresentation to offer wastewater discharge solutions for RaglanCouncil proposal has been put together after years of community consultation and research.08 Nov 08:41 PM
New Zealand'Greed can't come before safety': Mum of dead worker on boss' $4m deal with policeLawyers negotiated a deal after police opened case in seven-week trial earlier this week.20 Oct 10:56 PM
New ZealandAuckland Council defers fortnightly rubbish collections for trial and more consultationFortnightly rubbish collections have been delayed until 2028 at the earliest.10 Oct 04:58 AM
New ZealandGrey council asks ministry to investigate dump above water supplyGrey district mayor: 'Who builds a dump above a water supply these days?'27 Sep 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandŌmarunui Landfill to accept 4000 tonnes of Wairoa's rubbish annually'We’re very grateful because we found ourselves in a corner.'23 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesStock Takes: Oliver Mander's new NZSA rolePlus: WasteCo's covenant breach, Tower's new horizons and Napier Port pain.12 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Crap to cash': Start-up nominated for breakthrough technologyThe significance of these achievements is "massive".08 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandStink over sewage from Auckland housing development goes to courtWatercare plans to truck sewage away at three other housing developments.07 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandNew sewerage pipe connecting prison to council treatment plantThe Department of Corrections project has an overall cost of around $14 million.05 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne's DrainWise programme hailed a success by mayorGisborne's DrainWise scheme hailed for boosting sewage system capacity during wet weather.04 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil holds firm on rural recyclingCouncillors voted 7-6 to keep the service as is until at least next year.04 Sep 04:19 AM
New ZealandAviary back on council agendaA community group could get the go-ahead to operate the facility.02 Sep 01:54 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBruce CotterillBruce Cotterill: Luxon’s tough talk to councils — no more magic money treeOPINION: PM tells councils to focus on basics, not 'laundry list of distractions'.30 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWaste-to-energy plant application called in by Environment MinisterThe plant is proposed to be built in Te Awamutu.28 Aug 04:05 AM
New ZealandWaste water from 300 Auckland homes trucked off-site to pumping stationWaste water from 300 homes in Auckland the Red Hills development gets trucked off-site to a pumping station. Video / Jason OxenhamWatch23 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSurprise findings: What Kiwis really think about ‘poo transplants’Researchers surprised to find most Kiwis know about them - and would have one.18 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandAsbestos found in landfill used to recycle concreteConcrete recycling at the site has been put on hold. The landfill remains open.09 Aug 06:07 AM
KahuOpinion: Nations, corporations leading us into an unsustainable future – Dr Daniel HikuroaOPINION: Māori are responsible for ensuring the viability of land and resources.05 Aug 05:45 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Waste and recycling sector is not a cash cowOPINION: Our country will generate more waste, recycle less, and emit more.04 Aug 05:00 PM
LifestyleHow to compost in an apartment: Sustainable options for urban dwellersEthically Kate debunks myths about composting challenges and odors in compact spaces.03 Aug 06:00 PM
KahuNgāti Whātua appeals Waste Management landfill decisionIwi challenges Environment Court decision to grant Dome Valley site resource consent.29 Jul 07:19 PM
New ZealandNgāti Whātua head to court over Dome Valley tipTe Rūnanga o Ngāti Whātua is at the High court to contest an Environment Court decision to grant resource consent for a mega-dump north of Auckland. Video / Te Ao Māori NewsWatch29 Jul 07:15 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Fixing our huge e-waste problemOpinion: We're dragging the chain on eye-popping amounts of electronic waste.25 Jul 01:42 AM
LifestyleEthically Kate: How should we dispose of expired batteries?OPINION: ‘Batteries are a ticking time bomb in recycling bins.’20 Jul 06:00 PM
