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Omaha Beach goers warned to keep out of bird sanctuary
People heading to a popular beach north of Auckland over summer are being told to keep out of a predator-proof bird sanctuary, to protect the endangered species that call it home.
Taranaki has chance to be national leader
The head of Forest and Bird says Taranaki has the opportunity to set the template for what a transition to a carbon neutral economy means for NZ.
Far North resident 'relieved' that Ahipara fire under control
Far North residents have described relief at returning home after a massive forest fire was brought under control. More than 100 homes were evacuated after the fire broke out on Tuesday evening in the… Audio
DOC urges respect for environment as New Zealand travel spikes
More New Zealanders are getting into the great outdoors this summer than ever before, with campers and hikers making a beeline for the Abel Tasman National Park.
The enigmatic jellyfish
As Kiwis head to the beach we speak to a jellyfish expert from NIWA, Dennis Gordon, to explain which jellyfish are where in New Zealand this summer, and what to do if you do get a sting. Audio
Ahipara homes evacuated as fire spreads
A massive scrub fire near Ahipara in the Far North is under control this morning. Residents of more than 100 homes were given 10 minutes to evacuate yesterday evening, as the blaze grew. Multiple… Audio
Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor on hailstorm and Brexit
Farmers and growers are counting the cost - thought to be in the tens of millions of dollars - of the Boxing Day freak hail storm in Tasman. A cloudburst shredded vineyards, smashing greenhouses… Audio
Tasman spends another summer picking up the pieces of damage
Farmers and growers are counting the cost - thought to be in the tens of millions of dollars - of the Boxing Day freak hail storm in Tasman. A cloudburst shredded vineyards, smashing greenhouses… Audio
Attacks on kiwi prompts warning to dog owners
Kiwi recently killed on the Coromandel Peninsula by dogs has prompted the Department of Conservation to urge owners to take extreme care when in the birds' habitat.
Rare dolphins once 'most abundant'
An analysis of historical records by expert Gemma McGrath shows now-dwindling native dolphin species were abundant and ranged through much of NZ's waters until recently.
Nixon: Three Waters reforms must be led by locals
Three Waters reforms and resource management changes will shape 2021 as the start of "the most transformative change for decades" a Masterton councillor says.
First white kiwi hatched in captivity dies
The kiwi was named Manukura, meaning 'of chiefly status', and was considered to be a huge blessing by local iwi and the Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre.
Mt Messenger Bypass: 'We can't afford to keep sacrificing nature'
The head of Forest and Bird says the Mt Messenger Bypass in Taranaki is yet another example of nature being sacrificed in favour of human convenience.
Hector's dolphin numbers stable thanks to sanctuary - professor
The creation of a sanctuary in Banks Peninsula has saved the Hector's dolphins, says the author of the country's longest running marine mammal survey.
New approach to dealing with food waste
A business is taking a novel approach to dealing with food waste by providing worm farms on a monthly subscription.
Project aims to free way for migratory fish
A programme designed to unclog waterways in the Manawatū Whanganui region has set its sights on freeing up more than 1000km of habitat for migratory fish.
Warning to speeding drivers on Horowhenua District beaches
People are allowed to drive on beaches up the coast, including Ōtaki, Himatangi and Waitārere, but many do not know they are subject to rules like any other road.
Calls for track 'n' trace system for freedom campers
A group of tourism industry heads and mayors want more power to manage freedom camping, including a national vehicle track and trace database. Tim Cadogan, mayor of Central Otago and member of the… Audio
High-flying Wairarapa water scan set for 2021
About $2.5m will be spent to use aerial electromagnetic technology to find and measure hidden water aquifers in the Wairarapa.
