Environment
Warning of algal bloom in Doubtful Sound
Algal bloom can damage ecosystems and be harmful if touched or consumed.
Building material could cut emissions by 16 billion tonnes - study
Switching out concrete and other construction materials for carbon-sucking alternatives could store the equivalent of half of all human-made carbon emissions in 2021.
'Frustrating and distressing': DOC appeals for information after seabirds killed
Many seabirds are classified as absolutely protected under the Wildlife Act 1953.
SS3 - OCW - Tune into nature: Underdogs under the ledge
In New Zealand, lizards are as fascinating as they are endangered - there are 125 species and most of them give birth to live young and they’re true wildlife underdogs - so rare and out of sight… Audio
'A little bit of magic': Gravity-defying rock sculptures soothe tensions
Spending hours creating the intricate works is a great way to relieve stress, an artist says.
Watch live: 2024 NZ's 10th hottest year on record
That's down from 2023 which is the country's 2nd hottest year on record.
NZ Walking trail inspired by Camino de Santiago
Submissions have opened for a 500-kilometre walking trail that would stretch along the east coast from Gisborne to Opotiki. The trail is inspired by the internationally renowned Camino de Santiago… Audio
Serious consequences if Oriental fruit fly becomes established.
The horticulture industry says there could be serious consequences if the Oriental fruit fly becomes established. Last week a single male fruit fly was found in a surveillance trap in Papatoetoe and… Audio
Whales stranded at Farewell Spit in Golden Bay
Ten pilot whales have stranded at Farewell Spit in Golden Bay. The Department of Conservation said it will try to refloat the whales at high tide later today. Ross Trotter spoke to Tuwhenuaroa… Audio
Why do beaches need a dog warden?
If you were walking blissfully on Auckland's west coast last summer, you might have met Fletcher Munsterman.
Waka ama club forced to train in polluted waters
A pollution warning has been issued for Gisborne rivers and beaches after cut-up branches were found blocking a manhole But it hasn't stopped Gisborne's enthusiastic waka ama club from getting out on… Audio
What a rare summer La Niña could mean for Australia
The great rainmaker, La Niña, could be back for the fourth time in five years, increasing the prospect of a soaking start to 2025. Video
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 7th January
On today's episode, Dame Tariana Turia is laid to rest in Whanganui, Sir Bill English reflects on her legacy and Justin Trudeau resigns after nine years in his country's top office. Plus, the legal… Audio
An island to oneself: Natalie McCondach on Urupukapuka
Four years ago she joined her partner on the island of Urupukapuka. Over the winter months they have no one but themselves and the abundant wildlife for company. Audio
Runner completes ten Great Walks in ten days
Sleeping only four hours a night, Romain Groleau covered the distance of over twelve marathons, and all while raising money for the New Zealand Nature Fund. Audio
Nature's milestones you may have missed
From cliff-scaling skinks to takahē on tramping tracks.
Hydro lakes future in focus over summer
Anxiously watching the levels of the country's hydropower lakes is something of a New Zealand tradition. Hydro - unlike geothermal - can be turned on and off at will, meaning it can supplement… Audio
Fruit fly incursion: More than 100 new traps set up around South Auckland
Biosecurity NZ says more than 100 extra fruit fly traps have been set up since a fly was found in South Auckland.
Biden to ban new oil drilling over vast areas of Pacific waters - report
The ban would apply to 250 million hectares of US coastal territory.
Legal controls placed on fruit, vege in fruit fly zone
Controls have now been imposed on the movement of fruit and vegetables in Papatoetoe, Auckland, where an Oriental fruit fly was found yesterday.
