Study: Small streams have huge impact
Rethink on rules over smaller streams needed says research
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Farmers and community pitch in
A partnership of like-minded people will pay dividends for the Pomahaka Water Care Group.
Rimu planting a first for district
Native bush restoration projects in Kapiti have received a boost from planted rimu.
River loop progress outlined at meeting
Progress on restoring the flow to the Manawatu River Loop at Foxton was highlighted
Historic rights muddy the waters
The Otago Regional Council has received a mixed report card for freshwater management
Forestry first test in protectionist agenda
Forestry owners wait to hear whether Winston Peters protectionist agenda becomes reality.
Blue duck numbers get a boost in Waikanae
A young male and female blue duck in Waikanae have had their first clutch of eggs
Disputed Mahanga water upgrade to go ahead
After the 2016 campylobactor outbreak, Mahanga's untreated supply deemed too risky
Swallows busy nest building
Like most of our birds, welcome swallows are very busy at this time of year.
Bees merit more than a month
Awanui's Mana Kai Honey spared no effort to make the most of Bee Awareness Month
ORC's lake snow efforts queried
The Otago Regional Council has been criticised for not having a ''big picture'' strategy
Listen: Dom George at Rabobank's Good Deeds Working Bee
Dom George & Juliet Gray help Hakataramea Community Recreational Area Development Project.
Inquiry will help frame climate-change debate: users group
The Productive Commission's inquiry into moving NZ to a low-emissions economy is important
Wasp released to control Tomato Potato Psyllid
Tamarixia trioaze has been released in Hawke's Bay and Canterbury.
Bay birds need a vote
Forest & Bird's annual Bird of the Year competition features many Hawke's Bay birds.
Advantages for farms in compliance
Consumers expect food producers to look after their product in every way.
Plea to delay minimum river flow
Central Hawke's Bay water users have appealed for the introduction of minimum river flows
Grassland Association (NZGA) Conference: Irrigation and innovation
The latest in grassland research is coming to Whanganui
Planters urged to record their work
People planting riparian plants are being urged to record their work.
Rivers need to be protected for all
WCO needed for Hawke's Bay rivers, says freshwater ecologist.
WCO not a threat, say applicants
Applicants note that WCO tribunal must consider needs of primary industry under the RMA.
Lone protester takes stand
Stefan Tupper was the only protester at the WCO Tractor Rally and supports the order.
WCO impact sees orchardist fear for his future
Orchardist John Evans is worried that the WCO will have a negative impact on his business.
Girls' trip turns into whale rescue mission
The whale was last seen in Doubtless Bay swimming out to sea
Entry turns possums into burning issue
When it comes to possums some people see red and some just see an ash-toned grey.
Wallaby carcass likely dumped, ORC says
A dead wallaby found near Balclutha last week was probably dumped, says ORC
Check shed for chemicals
Farmers are being urged to check sheds and chemical stores for DDT
HRC staff get dirty for region's rivers
Horizons Regional Council staff have been planting 1500 native plants along Hokio Stream.
Rust never sleeps in killing pest plant
A fungus released two years ago in Northland to fight the lantana is taking effect
Trench causes land to flood
A large unconsented trench, dug by a Hokio Beach farmer has caused outrage