Wayne Bennett is a new columnist with a passion for preserving the natural world.

Planned law to reduce greenhouse gas emissions will have widespread economic impact.

The most likely volcanic effect on Whanganui District is a sprinkling of ash from Ruapehu

COMMENT: Goings on at one of our biggest companies are leaving a sour taste.

Govt's $3 billion is the largest injection of funding into provincial NZ in decades.

Angling advocates are vocal about the need to maintain water quality, says Andrew McGiven.

The one thing that governments are never short of is money.

Do we have the right environmental governance in Hawke's Bay?

Lawyer Emma Tomblin on the impacts of M.bovis on the sale and purchase of NZ farms.

Lake renovation a labour of love.

Northland has been victim of government neglect, says Winston Peters.

Avocados from New Zealand have gained access to the China market, says Jen Scoular.

COMMENT: Divert some defence money to fighting stink bugs, argues Brian Rudman.

In my view the Dam emerges as an option which at the very least must be considered.

Heritage pastime frittered away by greedy poachers.

No bull - Charlie the horse was a most reluctant patient.

Chlorination of water is an admission of failure to maintain the environment.

Farm dogs are part of the family, and a valuable asset to the farm business.

Jamie Mackay prepares for Field Days season and worries about tourists' driving skills.

If we leave these precious creatures to fend for themselves they will be gone.

Don't be lazy, stop illegally dumping rubbish.

There has been a lot of talk about climate change this holiday season - with good reason.

Rodeo is yesterday's entertainment

Four marlin have floated onto a farmer's property

Animals, grains, fruits and crops will be at the core of global growth in coming decades.

New Zealand has a deserved reputation for high standards of animal welfare.

Cycling on rural roads is currently reserved for only a band of intrepid pioneers.

Consumers can easily find out how a product was grown, stored, and shipped.

The inedible roast chook was flung to the pigs.

OPINION: Blue-chip duo need to face up to problems at loss-making operations.