The CountryWhy we need to talk about GMSir Peter Gluckman says the debate around GMOs can be philosophical rather than scientific13 Sep 03:45 AM
The CountryBush tracks closed for work to stop kauri dieback spreadSeven tracks in the Bay of Islands are to be closed temporarily to prevent kauri dieback.13 Sep 03:30 AM
The CountryOpinion: Logic lacking at 1080 protest1080 is now in the realm of chem-trails, fluoride and child vaccines, says Ewan Kelsall.13 Sep 03:00 AM
The CountryKiwi have good friends at Mangonui SchoolKiwi in the Mangonui area have 140 best friends at the local school.13 Sep 01:30 AM
The CountryNats target Greens on 1080 stanceMarama Davidson says 1080 protesters have "valid concerns" about water and aerial drops.13 Sep 12:18 AM
The CountryBay of Plenty Regional Council: Keeping grazing stock off prevents damageBay of Plenty Regional Council is reminding farmers to avoid grazing stock on stopbanks.12 Sep 11:30 PM
The CountryCattle grazing in wetlands by Uretara Stream 'disappointing'Concerns were raised by a Uretara resident after cattle were seen grazing in the wetlands.12 Sep 09:30 PM
The CountryCorporate farms blamed for pollutionAngler and farmer "frustrated" by an increase of effluent leaks in Southland streams.12 Sep 08:01 PM
The CountryCouncil challenged to fix wastewater systemRegional councillor challenges NCC after stormwater discharged into estuary.12 Sep 07:45 PM
The CountryBrazen possum on Pauanui-Tairua Cycle Trail caught on cameraThe antics of a brazen pest possum has been caught on camera by volunteers in Pauanui.12 Sep 07:30 PM
The CountryRotorua firefighters return from Canada and AmericaThe firefighters have spent more than five weeks fighting the wildfires overseas.12 Sep 05:57 PM
The CountryDebate on Otago water set to fire up at meetingDebate over the ORCs handling of water issues in Central Otago will continue today.12 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryAerial assault of 1080 begins in battle for Russell ForestThe eleventh hour battle to save Russell Forest began today with an air attack.12 Sep 05:47 AM
The CountryKiwi eggs waiting to hatch in PūkahaPūkaha recently welcomed the 102nd kiwi chick to be hatched at the wildlife centre.12 Sep 02:30 AM
The CountryOhinemutu clean-up - five bags of rubbishRotorua man Nathan Fletcher spent his Sunday cleaning up rubbish at Ohinemutu.12 Sep 01:41 AM
The CountryDefence Force Waiouru landfill closedNZ Army closes landfill two weeks without explanation to residents or council12 Sep 01:00 AM
The Country'Time for debate on GMO'The former West Coast cow cocky is fired up over the Productivity Commission report.12 Sep 01:00 AM
The CountryEffluent disposal site choice upsets some Otago residentsThe ORC has defended the location of its latest stock truck effluent disposal site.11 Sep 10:30 PM
The CountryRotorua landfill officially capped this weekLandfill users won't be affected by the changes.11 Sep 05:30 PM
The CountryTūī flock to flowering kowhai treeResidents in Wellington's York Bay can hear a constant chirping of tūī in their backyard.11 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryDr Belinda Cridge: 1080 scepticism still an issueScientist: Lack of scientific knowledge about 1080 is what drives NZ's scepticism.11 Sep 03:30 AM
The CountryDr Jacqueline Rowarth talks forestry and fishDr Rowarth looks at the Productivity Commission report and the decline of freshwater fish.11 Sep 02:45 AM
The CountryMichael Laws moves motion to combine water plan change in OtagoMichael Laws wants to change the Otago Regional Council's (ORC) handling of water issues.11 Sep 12:30 AM
The CountryNorthland flooded with 1080 protestsSaturday's 1080 protests in Northland were part of a national display of opposition.10 Sep 11:30 PM
The CountryVirus cuts Otago rabbit numbersK5 virus cuts numbers but is still less effective than some farmers expected.10 Sep 09:49 PM
The CountryWaipukurau Golf Club course being used as flood plainWaipukurau Golf course is constantly flooding in heavy rain, annoying players.10 Sep 09:00 PM
The CountryEPA seeks views on new fungicideThe Environmental Protection Agency wants to to approve a fungicide called Vimoy Iblon.10 Sep 07:00 PM
The CountryNew animal welfare rules begin soonForty-five new animal welfare regulations will come into effect on October 110 Sep 06:00 PM
The CountryMPI joins forces with forestry industry on biosecurity readinessMPI and NZ Forest owners have joined forces to improve forest biosecurity preparedness.10 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryOpinion: Rich returns from afforestationDistrict would be better off if councils had followed horticultural advice 100 years ago10 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryNorthlanders set to muck in for Clean Up WeekKeep New Zealand Beautiful's Clean up Week starts on Monday.10 Sep 01:00 AM
The CountryNorthlanders join NZ protests against 1080Events were held in Whangārei, Kerikeri, Dargaville, Kawakawa and Kaitaia on Saturday.09 Sep 10:00 PM
The CountryChemical spill leads to evacuation, lockdown in MiltonA primary school was in "lockdown" in Milton yesterday following a chemical spill.09 Sep 07:30 PM
The CountryCommunity forum to tackle looming water crisisPlans to communicate better with the community09 Sep 06:00 PM