Environment
Massive fire in Kaimaumau accidental, cost $7m to fight, report finds
Investigators say a 2800ha fire that forced more than 30 Northland families out of their homes for days last year was accidental.
Expert feature: bird watching
Birdwatching sounds like an idyllic hobby. But how do you actually get started? We're delving into that with our expert today. Dr Danielle Shanahan, Chief Executive at Zealandia. Audio
Samoa, Tonga rattled by strong earthquake
A tsunami watch has been cancelled for Samoa and American Samoa, following a 6.7 magnitude earthquake this morning.
The quake struck between American Samoa and Tonga at 8.24am, causing strong… Audio
Copy of Warmer seas impact on Maori customary and commercial fi
Marine heatwaves are becoming more common in the waters of Aotearoa and in some areas there are record high ocean temperatures. Over the last 10 years, catch allowances for some commercially fished… Audio
Warmer seas impact on Maori customary and commercial fishing
Marine heatwaves are becoming more common in the waters of Aotearoa and in some areas there are record high ocean temperatures. Over the last 10 years, catch allowances for some commercially fished… Audio
$350m new funding announced to bolster transport infrastructure
The package will help councils build more bus stops, cycleways and bus lanes as part of measures to deal with climate change.
'As good as it gets': Call for caution despite water storage closing on 100%
Auckland's water supply is looking healthy in the leadup to summer, with reservoirs almost completely full.
Brett Gartrell: Avian influenza could devastate native birds
One of the country's leading wildlife veterinary experts warns a heavy-handed response may be needed to limit damage if a particularly infectious strain of bird flu reaches our shores. Video, Audio
Fifty-year plan for Te Mata Peak's future unveiled
Te Mata Park Trust has released a 50-year masterplan for its vision within the iconic Hawke's Bay landmark.
Jonathan Drori: photosynthesis and an underground pitcher plant
Author, plant lover and former BBC documentary maker Jonathan Drori joins the show for a chat about some of the latest botanical news. Video, Audio
Restoring the balance of nature along the Kaikōura coastline
A trapline snakes its way along the coast between the Awatere River in Marlborough and Oaro River in North Canterbury. It's there to protect endangered native birds from introduced predators. The Te… Audio
Restoring the balance of nature along the Kaikōura coastline
A trapline snakes its way along the coast between the Awatere River in Marlborough and Oaro River in North Canterbury. It's there to protect endangered native birds from introduced predators. The Te…
AudioIwi's bid to stop company from bottling billions of litres dismissed
The Court of Appeal has dismissed Ngāti Awa's appeal to stop a company from taking a billion litres of water from an aquifer near Whakatāne.
Bug of the Year caters even to those who despise critters
The Bug of the Year campaign coincides with a pollination workshop which aims to improve understanding about bugs and give people added insect-ive to vote. Audio
Penguin poking around at Scott Base post packs some power
A social media post of a penguin stopping traffic at Scott Base has gone viral, with more than five and a half million views in two days.
Critter of the Week: pepe pouri butterfly
This week's critter is the pepe pouri / black mountain ringlet butterfly to help celebrate International Mountain Day, which is next Wednesday. Audio
Solving the mystery of the origins of 90 mile beach mussels
Scientists have used new research methods to pinpoint the source of the hoards of mussels that show up on Ninety Mile Beach. Dr Romain Chaputwho conducted parts of the research speaks to Jesse. Audio
DOC seeks condition changes on proposed NZ King Salmon operation in Cook Strait
NZ King Salmon's bid to start open water salmon farming operatons in Cook Strait has hit a snag.
Century old tree named Bert faces chop after risk of ‘sudden limb drop’
A "notable" 112-year-old eucalyptus tree has been cleared for the chop by an independent commissioner who outlined its safety risk from a phenomenon known as "sudden limb drop".
Dairy, horticulture tipped to drive record rise in primary exports
Food and fibre exports are predicted to reach a record $55 billion dollars in the year to next June. Audio
