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
New ZealandNeighbours fed up with piles of illegal rubbish dumped in their streetPeachgrove Rd has become a popular dumping ground.18 Jul 04:09 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyGreen hydrogen export hub in Australia gets ‘significant’ fundingA Darwin project could be a major breakthrough.14 Jul 08:29 PM
OpinionAngus Simms: Record-breaking fruit season celebrated but still work to do in food wasteOPINION: Wonky Box ticks the food and waste boxes.11 Jul 07:44 PM
KahuKaipara waste to energy plant investigation ends with no reportThe council’s role in any future local WtE plant will be purely regulatory.11 Jul 01:44 AM
New ZealandRubbish, rates and housing behind huge number of submissions to council planBins and funding priorities were the most hotly debated areas of the Taupō council's plan.10 Jul 05:15 AM
New ZealandFrom farm to art: How wonky avocados are helping the fight against food wasteAuckland photographer Adam Popovich partners with Wonky Box to highlight food waste in New Zealand. Video / Carson BluckWatch08 Jul 11:48 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'It's clear we have a problem': Kiwis wasting $3.2 billion in food annuallyEver wondered what happens to all that uneaten food you throw out each week?26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui gears up for launch of recycling serviceKerbside recycling is set to start in Whanganui from next week.25 Jun 12:28 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: David Seymour out of his depth on school lunch debateOPINION: Also in today's letters – rubbish council comms; that NZDF plane versus ferries.19 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHypocrisy claim: Witness claims Akl Council truck mixed rubbish with recyclingThe council is threatening to take people's bins off them if they can't follow rules.11 Jun 06:30 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDrug case arrests after alleged burglary at Auckland narcotics disposal facilityInitially charged with burglary, two now stand accused of a drug conspiracy.10 Jun 07:53 AM
OpinionHow long should everyday appliances last? Why NZ needs a minimum product lifespan lawThe fact is, modern products often fail to meet expectations for longevity.02 Jun 05:00 PM
BusinessSupreme Court knocks out Grahame Christian's defamation caseThe final ruling follows High Court and Court of Appeal decisions.21 May 02:25 AM
New ZealandIwi, forest manager call time on illegal rubbish dumping in Far North nature spot'I won’t tolerate this rubbish and lack of respect for the environment,' says iwi leader.20 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Taking the p**s': Charity boss hits out at op shop rubbish dumpersFrequent clean-ups of soiled goods and rubbish are taking a toll on store team members.17 May 11:30 PM
New ZealandRollout of crates for recycling service beginsAbout 17,000 households will have crates delivered over the next five weeks.15 May 03:59 AM
New ZealandIwi to have input on waste-to-energy plant decisionA board of inquiry will allow iwi to have input regarding the decision.14 May 03:29 AM
