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'We have listened to farmers' – Peters on Govt's ETS decision
The Govt says farmers won't go into the ETS, if they abide by new rules
The Govt says farmers won't go into the ETS, if they abide by new rules
The Govt has chosen to work with farmers which means they might avoid the ETS.
"We are very concerned for the future of Mid Canterbury" - Ashburton meeting told.
Farmer worried about negative impact on livelihoods, stress levels and mental wellbeing.
A weekly round-up of news, events and oddities from the Bay of Islands and Mid North.
UK scientists look into impacts of switching to organic farming on emissions.
"The government has missed a golden opportunity to take its farmers along with them".
Members of the public are warned not to touch the rook bait if found.
Scientists are learning about how microplastics affect fish – by feeding it to them.
The Lakes Water Quality Society wants to introduce a clean boat certification programme.
Environmentalists and farmers wanted the methane target to be fixed, not a range
Makarora Valley volunteers said this was the worst year for rats they had ever seen.
Hawke's Bay's kākā population is growing, with five birds released on Sunday.
Is Whanganui wise to sell its water, or is it a resource we should be exploiting?
Whanganui's favourite lakes are all in some degree of trouble - with no easy fixes.
The project could be a game-changer for farmers in NZ and around the world.
Comment: Proposals will penalise farming systems with the lightest environmental touch.
How Jane Hutchings went from "total townie" to dairy farmer and kiwi conservationist.
Nine groups call on Govt to set tougher standards to clean up NZ's lakes and rivers.
"One day they will kill someone - it's as simple as that.''
Company was "extremely remorseful" and had engaged ecologist to mitigate actions.
Research on nanotechnology to increase productivity and reduce environmental impact.
Waikato Regional Council has been investigating eight complaints.
Biosecurity Minister Damien O'Connor is warning travelling Kiwis to be vigilant.
Tarras farmer said the ruling was Central Otago's "Erin Brockovich moment".
Comment: How much are people prepared to pay for clean waterways?
New Zealand and the Netherlands join forces in taking action against climate change
COMMENT: The kiwi population has been declining at a rate of 2 per cent every year.
Application to discharge wastewater overflows into scenic lakes, rivers faces opposition.
Scientists propose new initiative to keep closer tabs on our fast-changing ocean estate.