New ZealandWellington's water woes: 'My bedroom smells like a toilet'Over a million litres of sludge is being transported by truck after a pipeline failed.20 Feb 09:49 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWater thieves: Up to 40,000 litres emptied from school tanksWater theft from school a new low during prolonged water crisis in Northland20 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandPerson critically injured after water incident at Baylys BeachPolice responded to a report of a drowning at the bay this evening.20 Feb 08:26 AM
New ZealandPorirua City Council faces billion-dollar water spendUnderinvestment in water infrastructure is leaving councils across Wellington scrambling.20 Feb 02:04 AM
New ZealandMayoral taskforce launched over Wellington's water woesWellington City Council moves into damage control over significant network failures.19 Feb 11:31 PM
New ZealandA couple filled their 22,000-litre tank to combat Auckland's Big Dry. Two days later, it was emptyAuckland couple left scratching their heads after full tank bone dry in two days.19 Feb 05:44 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFar North council needs to 'turbo-charge' solutions to water shortages, Shane Jones saysShane Jones has announced $2m for water supplies in the Far North while berating council.19 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandHalf of Wellington's rivers and streams riddled with e-coli"It's a huge investment hole, we're talking here about a multi-billion-dollar problem."19 Feb 02:52 AM
New ZealandUrgent meeting called over Wellington's water failuresANALYSIS: Mayor Andy Foster calls meeting after being notably absent from water crisis.18 Feb 04:36 AM
New ZealandAuditor-General: NZ not managing water well enoughAuthorities must do better in managing our precious water resources, Auditor-General says.18 Feb 02:56 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessShane Jones: Fake meat, milk need to be stopped in their tracksShane Jones takes aim at local councils, vegans and James Cameron.18 Feb 12:17 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLetters: Water shortage, housing crisis, online scams, RNZ and rugbyLetters on drought, property prices, traffic congestion, Concert FM and the Blues.17 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionTime for a national strategy to manage our waterCOMMENT: Why are we still managing and governing water resources at regional level?16 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It is pretty dire': Calls to help connect Auckland water tank users to city supplyThere are about 50,000 households on water tank supply across Auckland.16 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldQueensland dam close to failing - residents in fearResidents received an emergency warning telling them to "leave now".14 Feb 10:33 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDesperate for water: Residents describe life in drought zoneExtreme water shortages and a scorching summer are proving a tough mix for Northland.14 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Our new plastic demon is hiding in plain sightEditorial: Our washing machines are putting the environment in a spin.14 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWater shortage at critical stage in DannevirkeTararua District Council has issued an urgent plea for residents to cut their water use.13 Feb 11:34 PM
New ZealandSewage overflow triggers temporary health warningA sewage overflow has caused contamination of the Wairere Stream.13 Feb 11:27 PM
New Zealand'I've taped off the taps so nobody turns them on': Aucklanders on tanks left dryWhen it comes to water in Auckland it's a tale of two cities.13 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMilk tankers eyed to assist parched Auckland residentsAuckland Council is also increasing the number of filling stations for residents.12 Feb 10:50 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWaihi out of water: what happened?Waihi residents line up in street for water after pipe burst leaves town without.12 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsFrank Greenall: VR goggles for election MooTubeIt's great to be a Kiwi after the Tooth Fairy has waved her wand in the Year of Delivery.12 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatercare sewer work halted after workers hit natural gas depositsMethane, carbon monoxide found deep underground - likely due to rotting vegetation.12 Feb 04:54 AM
New ZealandThe big dry: Family with newborn face month's wait before water tank can be refilledIt comes after over a month without rain, and with none forecast for over a week.11 Feb 02:33 AM
New ZealandThe Big Dry: Aucklanders on tank water 'getting desperate' as shortage bites"It has become a health, human rights issue."10 Feb 05:06 PM
New ZealandOne dead, two injured in Karioitahi Beach water incidentTwo people have been taken to hospital after getting into difficulty at Karioitahi Beach.09 Feb 08:12 AM
New Zealand'Struggling to cope': Family's grief after father and son drown in snorkelling tragedyWidow who also lost son faces 'sledgehammer blow' of also losing income.08 Feb 08:30 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKerre McIvor: Pros and cons when the heat is onCOMMENT: Long hot summer means swimming, ice blocks - and drought and water restrictions.08 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'You have to survive this': New dad's fight for life after drowning scareAs he began to lose hope, Paul Gillick thought of his partner and 3-month-old daughter.07 Feb 09:42 PM
KahuLocal Focus: Kaituna Cut to be healed after 64 yearsMaketū re-diversion finishes ahead of schedule. Made with funding from NZ On Air.07 Feb 05:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandParts of Northland 3 days away from running out of waterWith no rain in sight, blunt message is: "Save any water you can."07 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandPerson dies at Bay of Plenty beachThe person had earlier been pulled unresponsive from the water.07 Feb 04:33 AM
New ZealandWeather: Water and fire restrictions stretch the country as summer sizzlesMany councils have water and fire restrictions due to parched conditions.03 Feb 02:34 AM
