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Understanding albatross
Dr David Thompson has spent years studying the habits of New Zealand species of albatross in order to try and keep the iconic seabirds out of danger from becoming bycatch of commercial fishing boats… Audio, Gallery
Companies dumping contaminated waste into public sewers
Hundreds of companies are getting away with dumping contaminated waste into public sewers, potentially damaging the infrastructure and the environment.
Data from 68 councils shows some of the biggest… Audio
Local Govt Act needs amendment to fix waste dumping
Councils are calling on the government to fix a loophole that allows companies to dump contaminated waste water down the drain without facing penalties. An RNZ investigation reveals at least 270… Audio
Parts of Sydney may be too hot to live in 'within decades'
As the planet warms and summers become longer and less bearable, severe heatwaves are coming to represent an existential threat to the Australian suburbs. Video
Cape Farewell ecosanctuary progressing despite setbacks
A global pandemic and the virtual destruction of a rare bird colony has not deterred a group creating an ecosanctuary on the northernmost tip of the South Island.
What will the US return to the Paris Agreement mean for earth?
Within hours of becoming president of the US, Joe Biden has moved to recommit his country to the Paris Agreement - the internationally binding treaty to combat climate change.
'Some behaviours have got to change to give the birds a fair go'
The Department of Conservation says it is making good progress investigating a report of vehicles driving through a black-billed gull nesting colony in North Canterbury.
Dangerous heatwave building across Victoria
After a relatively mild summer, authorities are warning of a potentially dangerous heatwave forecast for parts of Australia this weekend.
Mudlarking: finding treasure by the Thames
Sifting about in the mud on the edge of the River Thames might not be everyone's idea of fun, but Lara Maiklem has been doing it for nearly 20 years. Lara joins Karyn Hay to trade tales of the Thames… Audio
Step up adaptation to climate change now, scientists warn
More than 3000 scientists on Friday called for a far bigger global push to protect people and nature from the effects of a heating planet.
Trampers urge DOC to put QR codes up at all huts, sites
Some trampers are questioning why QR codes aren't displayed at all DOC huts and sites, despite the government's advice to use the app when out and about.
Mystery over birth of eagle ray pups at aquarium
Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium is celebrating the arrival of a fever of newborn eagle ray pups - born to mothers who have not been near a male of their species in three years. Audio
How a Biden-led US could change climate action in NZ
Some academics say the new Biden administration could mean more pressure on NZ's government and industries to clean up their carbon emissions faster.
Shaky start to day for lower North Island residents
There has been a 4.2 magnitude earthquake near Whanganui this morning, GeoNet says.
Newborn eagle rays mysteriously born at Kelly Tarlton's
While the world has been caught up in inauguration day fever, the team at Kelly Tarlton's in Auckland have been pre-occupied with a fever of a different kind.
A fever of newborn eagle ray pups - a… Audio
February's dry hot days spark concerns about drought returning
It was a hard summer for many rural businesses last year, with widespread drought crippling many regions. With the typically dry hot days of February coming up - there are worries it could happen… Audio
Biden's climate shake up could spur NZ in to action
Some academics say the new Joe Biden administration could mean more pressure on the government and industries to clean up their carbon emissions faster.
The new President yesterday signed an… Audio
Italian coastguard recover huge whale carcass
A whale carcass believed to be one of the largest ever found in the Mediterranean has been recovered off the coast of southern Italy.
Australia under pressure over 2050 zero-emissions goal
Pressure from Joe Biden's new green-leaning US administration and Australian states could see Canberra set a goal to become carbon-neutral by 2050, climate experts say.
Abandoned toxic waste will take two years, $3m to clean up
It will cost $3 million to clear 1 million litres of chemicals, including flammable and toxic substances, sitting within metres of electricity lines which power the Marsden Point oil refinery.
