New ZealandGreens slam Makororo dam schemeA Green Party conference in Napier has been told plans for the Ruataniwha water storage scheme in Central Hawkes Bay are "subsidised pollution".25 Feb 02:26 AM
New ZealandWater sheer act of madnessMuddy and happy people slithered 650m down a farmland slope yesterday on what was described as the longest waterslide in the world.23 Feb 04:30 PM
EnergyLow flow to hit Mighty River resultMighty River Power says the driest summer in at least five years will affect its full-year result as it cuts back on generating power from its Waikato River dams.21 Feb 07:40 PM
OpinionEditorial: Cleanup deal with farmers sets bar for all waterwaysEditorial: Since the 1980s, scientists have been warning about the declining water quality in lakes around Rotorua, some of the country's most beautiful and popular.21 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandTeen in daring surf rescueWhen a scared child sought help for a man drowning at Omanu Beach, teens Josh Jarvis and Fletcher Swan called on all their lifesaving skills to haul the man to safety.13 Feb 04:57 AM
New ZealandFight over garden water feeA West Auckland home gardener's hope of cutting her water bills by fitting a $150 irrigation meter has been dashed after Watercare Services quoted her $1500 for installation.31 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandDry days cut water suppliesAuckland's water storage levels are dropping steadily as the year's dry spell continues, with sunny weather forecast to last through the week.27 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandJetskier may face upgraded chargeA man accused of putting beachgoers in danger by repeatedly riding his jetski too close to shore and among swimmers may have the charge against him upgraded.22 Jan 04:30 PM
Small BusinessBig customers to battle WatercareWatercare is heading for a fight with its biggest customers as it tries to follow on from the controversial introduction of a single waste water tariff.21 Jan 04:30 PM
New Zealand'It was the smallest bite from the biggest shark'A fun fishing trip with mates turned into a thrilling man-versus-shark stand-off for a Tauranga yachtsman, who escaped his unexpected encounter with just a tiny scar.18 Jan 05:05 AM
OpinionNeville Peat: Slow economy trampling environmentTo disguise what it is doing, the Beehive has ordered the Ministry for the Environment to abandon the five-yearly State of the Environment round-up report, writes Neville Peat.16 Jan 08:30 PM
OpinionGeoff Thomas: At home in their domainFishing can often be unrewarding at this time, but the crayfish, scallops and fish are still there and the diver ventures into their domain.12 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandJetskier in court after beach complaintsPolice say they will take a tough line on maritime misbehaviour this summer to prevent people being harmed on or near the water.11 Jan 04:30 PM
