Environment
Groundswell protest turnout 'embarrassing' - O'Connor
Tractors, trucks and even horses took to the city centres and small towns across the country today to call time on incoming emissions taxes. Farm lobby group Groundswell organised protests at more… Video, Audio
Law requiring passengers be provided with biosecurity info passed
A new law requiring craft entering New Zealand to provide biosecurity information to incoming passengers has been passed.
9ha forest in Wairarapa now 'protected forever' under QEII National Trust
A piece of Wairarapa farmland has become the 5000th area on private land to be protected under the QEII National Trust.
Space sounds and jungle noises The otherworldly song of Weddell
Weddell seals have returned to breed near Scott Base in Antarctica after a decades-long absence. On land, they're blubbery lumps. But underwater, they're graceful dancers and ethereal singers. A team… Audio
Space sounds and jungle noises The otherworldly song of Weddell
Weddell seals have returned to breed near Scott Base in Antarctica after a decades-long absence. On land, they're blubbery lumps. But underwater, they're graceful dancers and ethereal singers. A team…
AudioWellingtonians breathe easier as electric bus fleet expands
An increase in electric buses has led to better air quality in Wellington's central city.
It's a dream job - but hardly anyone wants it
Working from home could prove difficult - but the daily commute might involve a jet boat or helicopter ride. And your direct reports would include some of the world's rarest creatures.
Protection benefits outweigh kea 1080 deaths, DOC says
A "few" kea die as a result of poison pest control operations but there is a longer term benefit overall to protecting the parrot, DOC says.
Our Changing World – What does the seal say?
Weddell seals have returned to breed near Scott Base in Antarctica after a decades-long absence. On land, they're blubbery lumps. But underwater, they're graceful dancers and ethereal singers. A team…
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Neighbours fear ‘another layer of frustration’ if freedom camping site gets green light
A freedom camping site mooted for the car park of Marlborough's premier sport ground will add "another layer of frustration" to the area, neighbours say.
NZ footwear retailers reluctant to be transparent about their products
Tearfund New Zealand has just completed a survey of 25 footwear companies that represent more than 90 shoe brands to track their transparency when it comes to human rights and environmental practices.
…Wood makes solid construction comeback
Wood is making a comeback as the construction industry looks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from high carbon materials like concrete and steel. The government's Building for Climate Change… Audio, Gallery
The cost of riding more marine heatwaves
We're in for another marine heatwave - but are we ready for the consequences? Audio
The cost of riding more marine heatwaves
We're in for another marine heatwave - but are we ready for the consequences?
Audio'Are we making progress?': Merit of govt's $2b annual spend on environment unclear, report finds
Gaps in information mean the government can avoid robust scrutiny of its environmental spending, a new report says.
The Pre-Panel with Jo McCarroll and Raj Chakraborti
Wallace and panellists Jo McCarroll and Raj Chakraborti speak to those behind the booming Bonsai culture in Otago and Gore. Plus, our Panellists tell us what has been on their mind this week. Audio
Environmental Protection Spend in 2020
According to the Simon Upton, the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment, $2.6 billion was spent on environmental protection in 2020. Troy Baisden talks to Jesse. Audio
Meridian focuses on a future powered by green hydrogen
New Zealand energy companies will need to invest at least $30 billion in renewable energy over next few decades to meet carbon zero targets by 2050.
What's really happening with whitebait?
It's been a tough season for many whitebaiters - some say it's been one of the worst they can remember. NIWA freshwater ecologist Mike Hickford and DOC's Director Aquatic Kirsty Knowles join Kathryn… Audio
One plant put in the ground every four seconds over winter in Wellington
One plant every four seconds - that's how many were put in the ground across the Wellington region over the winter planting season.
The number of plants sowed between June and August this year hit… Audio
