Environment
Aucklanders asked for ideas on how to protect environment
New introduced species, like myrtle rust and caulerpa, are wreaking havoc - but should we even address those risks in the future?
New housing development will see loss of Kerikeri's eucalyptus trees
A major new housing development in central Kerikeri will change the face of the Bay of Islands town by removing its distinctive, 90-year-old eucalyptus backdrop.
Storm-struck submitter wades into oil and gas ban debate
Benjamin Nevell made his submission against the Crown Minerals Amendment Bill while wading through flooding Dunedin
The Panel with Mike Williams & Ali Jones (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Mike Williams & Ali Jones discuss the latest with the State of Emergency in Dunedin & the four day submission window for the Crown Minerals… Audio
Tawaki piki toka | Eastern rockhopper penguin
Tawaki piki toka (eastern rockhopper penguins, Eudyptes filholi) are total rock stars. Audio
Pāua bounce back
Paua along the Kaikoura coastline are finally flourishing again following the 2016 earthquake. Audio
EU's deforestation delay good news for NZ meat sector
The red meat sector has welcomed news the EU is delaying its deforestation regulation by 12 months.
Why more under-5s are ending up in hospital on hot days
Caregivers are being warned to be aware of the lifelong health risks that hot days can pose to children under five.
West Coast sand mining operation gets go-ahead
The mine will have reduced hours due to its location next to wetlands and concerns for native birds.
Free forestry wood for those who need it
When Tasman District Council announced a free firewood giveaway last year - chaos ensued. Audio
Council unleashes new roaming dog squad
Auckland Council's new animal management team won't wait for complaints from the public before it acts. Audio
'Don't let them go': Warnings as parrots escape into wild
Exotic birds have been spotted across Auckland and pet parrots in particular are finding their way into the wild.
Rotorua pipeline protest: Council restarts injunction proceedings for Tarawera Sewerage Scheme works
A protestor says the council's issues could have been avoided if it listened better.
Hīkoi protesting seabed mining in Taranaki
A hīkoi protesting seabed mining has travelled through Patea on Wednesday morning, ahead of the release of the projects that will be subject to fast-track legislation. Te Pāti Māori co-leader Debbie… Audio
'Kākā-tastrophe': Check roofs for kākā, Wellington urged
People checking attics for rats have instead found a parrot with a large beak looking back at them, DOC says.
Funding to clean up contaminated sites, vulnerable landfills announced
$30 million will help councils and landowners clean up sites at risk of being affected by severe weather, the environment minister says.
What if... genomics could safeguard our food supply?
The rapid warming and periods of droughts as a result of climate change will impact our ability to grow food. Researchers at Plant and Food, AgResearch and the Bragato Research Institute are… Video
Submissions to repeal oil and gas ban open for four days
Submissions on the law change that will repeal the oil and gas exploration ban close on Wednesday after only being open for four working days. Resources Minister Shane Jones spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Labour on repealing of oil and gas exploration ban
The Resources Minister says repealing the oil and gas exploration ban is about ensuring New Zealand has long-term contingencies in place if we can't build out enough renewables to meet demand… Audio
Transpower works to repair lines damaged by helicopter
Parts of the Mackenzie District are in their 20th hour without power now, as Transpower works to repair lines damaged by a crop-dusting helicopter on Monday. Tekapo community board chair and local… Audio