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Mataura's toxic dross to be removed, govt paying for half
It's been confirmed that eight thousand tonnes of toxic waste will finally be removed from Mataura's disused papermill by the end of April. The ouvea premix releases deadly ammonia gas when it's wet… Audio
Ready for change - our climate obligations
Are New Zealanders ready to take the bus? Give up their gas hobs? Plant more trees? If we're going to meet our international obligations, we'll have to be. Audio
Ready for change - our climate obligations
Are New Zealanders ready to take the bus? Give up their gas hobs? Plant more trees? If we're going to meet our international obligations, we'll have to be.
AudioDozens of homes lost to bushfire in Perth Hills, WA
Australian authorities say 56 homes have been lost to a massive bushfire that continues to burn out of control east of Perth.
Wallaby population rise risks 'regeneration of forest'
Pest control experts say they are finally starting to make a dent in New Zealand's exploding wallaby population, as a battle to stop them destroying native forests rages on. Audio
Site investigations at Tiwai Point to cost taxpayers $300,000
The government will front up another $300,000 of taxpayer funds to address the operations of the aluminium smelter at Tiwai Point.
Holiday care urged: 'They've literally got to pick up somebody else's poo'
As thousands head to Northland for Waitangi weekend, local iwi Ngāti Kuri is urging holidaymakers at campsites to take care for the environment. Audio
Mataura to finally be rid of toxic ouvea premix waste
It has been a long time coming for the people of Mataura, but finally the town will be rid of the thousands of tonnes of toxic waste, illegally moved into their community.
But while the ouvea premix… Audio
Govt to pay half of bill to remove 8000 tonnes of toxic waste
A deal has been struck to speed up the removal of aluminium dross from Mataura's paper mill.
Forest and Bird calls for wetland restoration plan
Only 10 percent of historic peat wetlands remain, according to Forest and Bird. Advocate Annabeth Cohen explains to Jesse why they need more. Audio
Huge investment in infrastructure needed to meet climate change goal - AA
There are enormous challenges ahead to reach the Climate Change Commission's target of 40 percent of cars being electric by 2035, the AA says.
Crackdown on crayfish catch limits
Crayfish are being given a chance to replenish in our waters. The iconic kaimoana is being considered for increased protection and feedback on proposed crayfish catch limits for 2021 is being sought… Audio
Climate hazard property - from freehold to leasehold
A climate economist suggests there should be a legal framework for properties to be converted from freehold to leasehold when escalating hazards from sea level rise leave homes suitable only for… Audio
Can NZ meet Climate Change Commission's EV goals?
High cost, battery range, and even earthquakes are all being listed as reasons to doubt the rapid growth of electric vehicles.
The Climate Change Commission wants four in every ten new cars to be… Audio
Southlanders starting to accept Tiwai Point closure
Southlanders are starting to think ahead and accept the likely reality of a closure of the Tiwai Point aluminium smelter.
Tracy Hicks from the Southland Mayoral Forum says he wasn't surprised the… Audio
Climate Change report puts West Coast economy at risk - Minerals West Coast
Mining interests believe proposals within the first official report from the Climate Change Commission put at risk the economy of the West Coast - and by extension - the whole country.
The new report… Audio
Shell targets power trading and hydrogen in climate drive
Royal Dutch Shell is betting on its expertise in power trading and rapid growth in hydrogen and biofuels markets as it shifts away from oil, sources say.
Electric cars too costly for some - Turners CEO
Start shutting the door on petrol cars and prepare to go electric. That's one message from the Climate Change Commission's major new report.
Groundbreaking biofuel rocket could be 'Uber for space'
Snow swirled and a biting wind sent temperatures plummeting to several degrees below zero as the Stardust 1.0 made its debut at a former military base in Maine.
Community group plans legal action against ECan over tyre pile
A community group is taking the Canterbury Regional Council to court over its inaction in removing a massive pile of tyres set on fire last week.
