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Feral cats rampant in Hawke's Bay
Hawke's Bay farmer and owner of Tunanui Station, Andrew Russell is dealing with hundreds of feral cats who appear to be dumped domestic pets. The cats kill many birds and native lizards in the forest… Audio
Rotorua timber building wins global design prize
The timber Scion Headquarters in Rotorua has been named the world's best at this year's World Architectural Festival. RTA studio's Architect and Director Richard Naish tells Jesse about their… Audio
Te Horo cut off after heavy rain on Kapiti Coast
Now, you can't beat Wellington on a good day, but what about a dreadful day?
The region has been inundated by rain since yesterday, and 350 properties at the beachside community of Te Horo on the… Audio
Wild cats and fierce photography - Sebastian Kennerknecht
Sebastian Kennerknecht is a wildlife photographer and conservationist. He takes award-winning photographs of wild cats in their natural habitat and has twenty different species on his camera roll. Audio
Damning verdict on shellfish diversity after study - but restoration project underway
The effects of increased soil erosion, sedimentation and harvesting have profoundly affected the subtidal environment in the Mahau Sound and shellfish diversity is at its lowest point in history.
Separate rules for Grey district suggested to retain SNA deals with landowners
Planners writing new regulations to protect native bush on private land are suggesting one set of rules for Grey district and another for Buller and Westland.
Off the beaten track with Kennedy Warne
Today Kennedy talks about two of the landscapes featured in a new book, Shifting Grounds, which explores the deep histories of Tamaki Makaurau. As is fitting for a city of volcanoes, both landscapes… Audio, Gallery
Climate change levy a great investment - Goff
Auckland councillors will vote this week on the Mayor's proposed climate change levy for the city. The $1 billion climate change package comes as a report has suggest the Council isn't on track to… Audio
Wealthy Auckland suburb's forest block up for sale today
A conservation group is fighting to stop a 2.3ha block of bush in Auckland being sold today to a developer. Kohimarama Forest, in the wealthy Auckland suburb of Saint Heliers, is being been marketed… Audio
Rare Auckland native bush section may be sold to developers
A conservation group is fighting to stop a 2.3-hectare block of bush in Auckland being sold today to a developer.
'Good prospect' Tiwai smelter will delay closure if aluminium prices stay high - govt officials
Government officials are confident Tiwai Point aluminium smelter will not close if aluminium prices remain high.
One dead and dozens burned in Indonesia eruption
One person has died and 41 have burn injuries as Mt Semuru erupts on Indonesia's Java island.
Warning after potentially toxic algae found at Wainono Lagoon
A popular fishing spot in South Canterbury has been declared unsafe due to the presence of potentially toxic blue-green algae.
Extinction Rebellion protesters arrested at coal protest in Dunedin
Eight people have been arrested after securing themselves to a train and railway lines at Dunedin Railway Station.
Bird strike fears: Dunedin Airport opposes landfill
Extra efforts to stop birds flocking to a proposed landfill near Dunedin Airport may not be enough to allay fears of bird-strike on aircraft, the airport has warned.
Pūtiki Bay little blue penguin likely killed by dog - DOC
A pregnant kororā or little blue penguin which was found dead at Pūtiki Bay several weeks ago was likely attacked by a dog, the Department of Conservation says.
Critter of the Week: Chatham Islands' stag beetle
This week’s critter is the Chatham Islands’ stag beetle. There are only two species of stag beetle surviving on the Chathams and both are endangered, living in fragmented habitats and vulnerable to… Audio
Record new vehicle sales for November, with ute and SUV demand strong
New vehicle sales set a new record for the month of November, following strong demand for utes and sports utility vehicles (SUVs).
Oceans expert backs Kiribati position on marine reserve
An oceans' expert is backing the Kiribati Government planned new approach to managing the Phoenix Island Protected Area. Audio
Kōkako nest survey underway in Auckland's Hunua Ranges
The annual kōkako nest survey is underway deep in Auckland's Hunua Ranges.
Years of hard work mean the kōkako population is booming, with more than a hundred breeding pairs.
But how do you keep an… Audio
