New ZealandTeam rescue saves two boatiesThe men had a lucky escape after experiencing engine trouble in rough seas.01 Mar 09:28 AM
AgribusinessWatch NZH Local Focus: 'People come into our district' - South Waikato Mayor ready for growthRecent report predictions that rural districts may see a population decline in years to come is being rebutted by the South Waikato which has had 1.3% population rise in the last year. - Made with funding from NZ On Air01 Mar 08:36 AM
New ZealandMore anger over water plant plansA small community fighting a "sprawling industrial complex" in the foothills of the Waitakere Ranges is feeling betrayed at the decision 28 Feb 10:35 PM
OpinionRachel StewartThe ethics of sustainable water qualityCOMMENT: Moral implications seem a bridge too far in decisions on management of key resource, opines Rachel Stewart.28 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan's detective work shuts polluting siteA truck wash operating on a reserve has been shut down after a resident discovered polluted water was running into a stream leading to the Waikato River and the regional council had done nothing about it until he complained.28 Feb 07:15 AM
New ZealandPungent algae carpets beachA red algal bloom is covering the ocean at Uretiti and Ruakaka.27 Feb 06:00 PM
PoliticsMixed reaction to water-quality planSome say the Government's water-quality proposals are not ambitious enough, but others - including farmers - are cautiously optimistic.26 Feb 06:58 PM
EditorialTrickle-down effect for water policyIn "clean, green New Zealand" just 72 per cent of rivers, streams and lakes are considered safe for swimming and it will remain that way for a while.26 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandOne missing, one rescued at MuriwaiA man is missing after he got into difficulty in the water tonight at Muriwai beach on Auckland's west coast.26 Feb 06:15 AM
New ZealandWater accident leaves Kiwi man in comaBiscuiting outing on Murray River goes horribly wrong for Brendon Demmocks.26 Feb 04:21 AM
OpinionOpinion: Is Nick Smith Minister for Magic?COMMENT: The Environment Minister's promise to make 90 per cent of rivers swimmable by 2040 is a cynical sleight of hand, writes Gen Toop from Greenpeace.24 Feb 11:58 PM
OpinionMark Dye: Waterway plan rubbishCOMMENT: The Government's plan to clean up waterways is an attempt to look as though action's being taken, when in reality nothing's happening, says Mark Dye.23 Feb 08:53 PM
New ZealandCleaners fined $39k for toxic dischargeJudge blasts company's measures to prevent chemicals running into stream as 'completely inadequate'.23 Feb 03:46 AM
New ZealandBizarre interceptions at NZ borderLive crabs, stink bugs and ''miracle water'' are some of the most bizarre things intercepted at NZ's border.22 Feb 10:36 PM
PoliticsRuataniwha Dam driver 'steps aside'Although he faced criticism over controversial Hawke's Bay Regional Council actions, suggestions chief executive Andrew Newman was 22 Feb 06:29 PM
New ZealandGovt to announce freshwater changesBill English may lift the minimum standard for NZ's rivers and streams.22 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandDiver's death: Inexperience, solo ascent blamedInexperience and a solo ascent contributed to a scuba diver's drowning death.22 Feb 03:38 AM
WorldIce-lake plunge: Heroic model saves teensA model has been hailed a hero after helping rescue a group of teens who fell through an ice-covered lake in New York's Central Park.21 Feb 07:14 PM
NRLWarriors save man from drowningA Warriors' team fishing trip turned into a dramatic rescue mission when the players rushed to the aid of a young man who went missing off an Auckland beach.21 Feb 03:12 AM
New ZealandBody of missing Taupo angler foundThe body of missing woman Barbara Thomson has been found by police.21 Feb 02:10 AM
New ZealandHomes could go for huge water plantResidents of Oratia are fighting a proposal by Auckland's water company to take their homes for a $300 million-plus water-treatment plant.20 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandSewage spill at Wellington surf beachWastewater has leaked at the popular Wellington surf beach of Lyall Bay.20 Feb 02:25 AM
New ZealandShark spotted in shallows at Waihi beachA shark was spotted lurking in knee-deep water in the Bay of Plenty today.18 Feb 08:34 AM
TechnologyWeird Science: Creatures from the deepEndurance athletes looking to improve their times might consider swishing with a mouth rinse that contains a little sugar during their next performance.17 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldRace against rain to repair damEngineers in Northern California are frantically trying to repair "patch and pray" quick-fixes which led to the Oroville Dam's near collapse.16 Feb 10:20 PM
New ZealandDust blamed for Napier E.coli readingsDust may be responsible for the widespread chlorination of the Napier water supply. After being chlorinated for the past couple of 15 Feb 05:20 PM
New ZealandDumped-flounder find sparks MPI inquirySUP140217NADFISH01.JPG or SUP140217NADFISH02.JPG The 170 flounder found in a Northland stream have disgusted Whangaruru locals. PHOTO/SUPPLIED. By 15 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain expected in NorthlandThe MetService has issued a severe weather watch for Northland with heavy rain expected to lash parts of the region today. Incidentally15 Feb 03:00 PM
WorldClimate change: How our ancestors copedMankind is already adapting to the widespread impacts of future climate change - but how did we do it in the past? A Kiwi researcher has helped explain.15 Feb 02:25 AM
WorldGovernment disregarded dam warnings"They told us not to worry. All was good," said Ron Stork.14 Feb 05:19 PM
New ZealandFuture doesn't look good for glaciersRegional climate variability caused an unusual period in which some of NZ's glaciers grew bigger, while glaciers worldwide were shrinking, a new study shows.14 Feb 04:01 PM
World'Six went to the park. Five came back'The parents of the boy who was decapitated when riding America's tallest water slide speak out for the first time and share his final words.14 Feb 12:25 AM
New ZealandPreparing New Zealand for climate changePreparing New Zealand's water stores for a warmer climate is a major focus of new research projects just awarded more than $2 million.13 Feb 07:50 PM
New ZealandPower restored after fireUnison restored power to about 700 customers last night after it was cut during the blaze along Waimarama Rd. Unison relationship 13 Feb 04:00 PM
