The CountryRat invasion puts Ulva Island's predator-free sanctuary status at riskUlva Island is famous for being a predator-free sanctuary for native birds.01 Jun 10:15 PM
The CountryFarmers encouraged to make the most of wetlandsNew guide developed to help farmers get the most out of wetlands on their land.27 May 03:00 AM
The CountrySalmon farm closes: Rising sea temps too warm for fish in Marlborough SoundsNew Zealand King Salmon will fallow three farms in the Pelorus Sound by next summer.26 May 12:00 AM
The Country'Skin and bones': 40 dead blue penguins washed up on Far North BeachDepartment of Conservation says deaths are the result of a rise in water temperature.24 May 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHow a project plans to save Northland's disappearing whitebaitNorthland's at-risk īnanga population gets $1.2M funding boost23 May 05:00 PM
The CountryDriver dumps sewage in protected stream instead of facility so he can go homeKyle Maitai didn't want to drive to Kawerau; instead dumping the sewage into a canal.23 May 03:05 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryRuakākā toxic dump site: Environment Court orders six to pay $2.6M for clean-upSix companies responsible for a toxic dump site at Ruakākā ordered to pay $2.6 million22 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNorthland writer pens book about the Hikurangi Swamp scheme.Northland writer Diana Menefy has penned a new book about the Hikurangi Swamp scheme.22 May 05:00 PM
The CountryClimate change tops water quality as biggest concern for agri sector - reportReport finds climate change, water quality and market issues concerning the agri-sector.13 May 12:30 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDetails revealed of mining company's tunnels under conservation landOceanaGold is relying on mining under conservation land between Waihi and Whangamata.04 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFinal decision looms for controversial Pāpāmoa reserve planting planPart of the project has already sparked outcry from residents.01 May 08:00 PM
The Country'They're actually really delicious': Eating insects climate friendly, research findsUniversity of Helsinki looked into different diets with the best environmental outcomes.28 Apr 09:00 PM
The CountryWetland expert wins Loder Cup conservation awardConservation Minister Kiri Allan presented Beverley Clarkson with the award in Hamilton.28 Apr 07:20 PM
The CountryPuahanui Bush project evaluates damage of rabbits on regenerating forestBrowsing by rabbits and hares is a major contributor to the decline of native vegetation.26 Apr 10:58 PM
The CountrySpray-free orchards project wins $7.4m government grantNZ Apples and Pears begins seven-year project to try to make industry spray-free by 2050.26 Apr 10:00 PM
The CountryPlanting trees binds urban and rural communities"The work of the catchment groups is a practical way that we help each other."25 Apr 10:45 PM
The CountryDiverse entries from Otago/Southland for Ballance Farm Environment AwardsSouthern entries include egg production, timber, deer and dairy farming operations.23 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNew dolphin rules 'changing boatie behaviour' - DoCSo far 415 boaties spoken to for breaching dolphin rules; 11 potentially facing fines.19 Apr 05:00 PM
The CountryNorthland iwi wins top biosecurity award for Waipoua restoration projectTe Roroa is returning 900ha of former pine forest to native bush and food gardens.19 Apr 05:00 PM
The Country85pc of silage film imported to NZ now being recycledSilage wrap distributor Webbline has joined large-scale recycling scheme run by Plasback.14 Apr 02:30 AM
The Country99pc of Dunstan Downs set to be conservation landTenure review agreement will see around 12,250 hectares of high country station preserved.12 Apr 08:30 PM
The CountryForest & Bird members' labour of love at Lake Hāwea StationLake Hāwea Station has an important relationship with Central Otago Forest & Bird.09 Apr 05:00 PM
The CountryCollaboration the key to curbing invasive fishThe project aims to fill knowledge gaps to assist in managing koi numbers05 Apr 02:20 AM
The CountryChance to home Kaimanawa wild horses extendedKaimanawa Heritage Horses Welfare Society has only received 62 applications this year.03 Apr 08:45 PM
The CountryStoat tail trout fishing flies fund trapping projectsDidymo Dave has been busy crafting fishing flies out of stoat tails for a good cause.30 Mar 12:00 AM
The CountryMarlborough Sounds salmon dying after hot summerNZ King Salmon dumped almost 1300 tonnes of fish waste in landfill over last three months.29 Mar 07:45 PM
The CountryFish-friendly pump marks milestone in safe journey to the seaJourney to spawning grounds now safer for native fish.29 Mar 06:20 PM
The CountryHow Jules Webley is helping farmers understand carbon farmingJules Webley is researching the ETS and carbon forestry in NZ.28 Mar 10:15 PM
The CountryFarmers lean towards farm-level pricing in emissions consultationFarmer consultation on emissions pricing option for agricultural sector has now closed.28 Mar 08:30 PM
The CountryHunters advised not to release deer into new regionsOspri says relocation and releasing of deer has an adverse impact on the environment.27 Mar 09:30 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFrom food waste to bioenergy: The $30m-plus 'gamechanger'Seven commercial building consents valued at $3,870,000 were issued last month,27 Mar 07:00 PM
The CountryLike ducks to water: Whio released in TūrangiWhio are river specialists living on fast-flowing rivers.24 Mar 05:00 PM
The CountryLast chance to control moth plant menaceThe moth plant thrives in and around Katikati.24 Mar 03:02 AM
The Country'I'm hōhā': Council iwi rep says nothing will change at leaching compost siteAfter years of breaches, Keith Holswich is fed up with the polluting composter.23 Mar 10:00 PM
