PremiumPremiumBanking and financeWater demand will surge because of wars and tech, says utility bossFinancial Times: Floating desalination plants and thirsty data centres stir up water.07 Oct 07:47 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRuataniwha revival? Initiative borne from doomed dam project put on Govt's fast-track billHawke's Bay's water storage woes could be helped by new legislation.07 Oct 12:30 AM
New ZealandBest of the Bay: What Napier residents love the most – and the least – about the ‘Art Deco Capital’Napier mayor welcomes public feedback - the main gripes will be listened to.06 Oct 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Winston didn't want a 65-year-old larrikin': Shane Jones gets serious after talking-toShane Jones is playing the jester less as he goes about his politics04 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWill Wellington run out of water this summer? Money to fix leaks forecast to dry upRestrictions have already begun and water pressure has been reduced in some suburbs.03 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Hospital pass': Councils to pay for set up of new water entity'If you’re going to instigate change then you really ought to be prepared to fund it.'03 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandPipeline protest: Council restarts legal action to protect work siteA protester says the council's issues could have been avoided if it listened better.02 Oct 05:25 AM
New ZealandOne of Auckland’s most popular beaches declared safe after sewage overflowThis morning, there was a very high illness risk for anyone swimming at the beach.28 Sep 08:40 PM
New ZealandMissing Kaikōura snorkeller found dead in water by rescue crewsThe death will be referred to the coroner.28 Sep 06:35 PM
New ZealandCouncils consider changes to water management in Hamilton and Waikato DistrictA new organisation could help the councils tackle growth, maintenance, and rising costs.27 Sep 04:46 AM
New ZealandSplash Planet countdown begins as tickets go on saleSplash Planet is ready to go for another summer of fun in Hawke's Bay.25 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandCity could face 'extreme' penalties after fluoride extension deniedTauranga’s mayor is disappointed the council has been denied an extension to fluoridate.25 Sep 05:00 PM
KahuClam warning: 'If it gets here, it's too late'Whanganui River iwi are working with other organisations against an invasive clam.24 Sep 03:13 AM
New ZealandCouncil offers in-principle support of plan to secure Gisborne water supplyProject Wai aims to develop water storage and distribution for horticulture and farming.23 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionStonewood Key’s John Chow on house building; Du Val-managed apartments suffer setbacks'Our current focus is on finishing our existing projects': John Chow, Stonewood Key23 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhitford resident Robyn Newman-Hall on lack of action for sewage plantResidents at Whitford Manor Estate have been waiting four years for a wastewater system. Video / Michael CraigWatch20 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldMoment Titan sub wreckage discovered on seabedFootage shows OceanGate sub’s damaged tail cone on bed of Atlantic Ocean as inquiry examines doomed final descent. Video / US Coast GuardWatch18 Sep 09:19 PM
New ZealandMillions awarded to combat invasive gold clamThe gold clam was found in the Waikato River in May last year.18 Sep 07:09 PM
New Zealand'Part of the old network': Road damaged as Hastings water main burstsRepairs are under way to return water to homes.16 Sep 09:52 PM
New ZealandHealth risks of eel toxins studiedWairoa invited to take part in eel consumption survey to understand food safety risks.16 Sep 01:11 AM
New ZealandMidnight Search for Missing Fisherman at Nine PinLast night, Papakura Coastguard volunteers along with Titirangi Volunteer Coastguard were paged at midnight to assist in the search for a fisherman reported missing off the rocks.Watch13 Sep 09:22 PM
New ZealandFar North's water storage woes improved with 400th water tank installedThe programme hopes to put in another 200 by the end of the year.11 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandExperts warn shallow aquifers increase vulnerability to contamination on East CoastSurvey reveals aquifer depths of 5m-48m, raising concerns about future water availability.10 Sep 05:00 PM
LifestyleOpinion: Feel like you’re sending money down the drain?Kate Hall shares some simple ways to cut your water use, lower your bill and more.09 Sep 04:00 AM
LifestyleStill v sparkling water: Which one should you choose?You probably have a preference. But is there any difference for your health?08 Sep 03:38 AM
New ZealandCity with 'best water' looks at how best to deliver itNew laws mean councils need to review how best to provide water services.06 Sep 01:02 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWatercare's secret $20m deal with iwi raises ratepayer concernsAuckland ratepayers stumped up an additional $20m to care for the Waikato River.04 Sep 05:00 PM
KahuRestoring rivers with community supportTairāwhiti Wai Connections offers tailored support for catchment issues.02 Sep 05:00 PM
LifestyleHow changing your laundry habits can save you moneyKiwis use more than 39 billion litres of water a year for washing laundry.29 Aug 10:46 PM
New ZealandOpinion: Seine Olympic water woes and NZ's wastewater infrastructureOPINION: Expensive work on wastewater infrastructure can result in closed beaches.26 Aug 10:41 PM
New ZealandPeople warned to stay away from orange Ōhinemuri River until testing doneMore rain could turn the river orange again this week.25 Aug 11:52 PM
New ZealandMan pulled from water in Auckland's harbourPolice were called to Queen’s Wharf about 4.50 am.23 Aug 11:37 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSewage trucked away from hundreds of Auckland homes with no proper connectionSummer is potentially going to be really smelly, one homeowner says.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandTauranga City Council to consider fluoridation directiveTauranga’s new council must decide if work to fluoridate the city’s water should continue.23 Aug 07:54 AM