Environment

Tama Potaka has defended proposals which would give him sole decision-making powers over the conservation estate. Audio

A Hawke's Bay offroading club sick of being blamed for rubbish on riverbanks has embarked on a different kind of adventure.

The Forest Stewardship Council is holding firm on its stance against the use of genetic technologies in forests.

The council plans to construct a predator fence that will stop such animals from getting into the area.

The Department of Conservation says it appears the dolphin had washed up naturally before someone illegally removed its head.

The council's latest State of the Environment Report has found that lakes, streams and rivers are worse off.

A public health expert says polluted air is costing the country about a billion dollars each year in healthcare costs and decreased productivity.

New research provides more detail on the scale of such eruptions and their impact in New Zealand.

The government says the prominent landmark has enormous historical and cultural significance.

Specialist teams are working with NZTA to reduce risks of avalanches in the area. Video

A new lab is cruising the streets of Wellington, homing in on our urban carbon emissions.

Federated Mountain Clubs has launched a last-minute bid to halt a controversial West Coast hydro scheme.

A garage in Te Horo is buzzing to the sounds of backyard builders making traps to protect birds moving between the coast and the Tararua range.

Victoria University's Mike Joy asked: "How about we bring back hanging for industry CEOs?" on social media.

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