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All poultry exports on hold until NZ eradicates bird flu outbreak
40,000 chickens are to be eradicated at Moeraki farm as a bird flu outbreak is contained.
Hivemind: Why beekeepers should work together
Study finds NZ beekeepers have a wealth of experience but tend to work independently.
MPI take cockroach contaminated cheese from shopper
MPI officers have taken away a cockroach-infested block of cheese from a shopper.
Keeping pests out earns Rotorua scientist award
The award recognises outstanding contributions to New Zealand biosecurity.
'First NZ case': Official's warning after dog dies from parasite infection
Family pet euthanised but officials say no cause for widespread alarm.
The gold that no one wants: Invasive species found in Taupō fun park
Biosecurity NZ finds highly invasive species after tip-off.
Fears for NZ's biosecurity frontline as job axe falls at MPI
Fed Farmers understands the "economic reality" of cuts, but worries about vital services.
Waikato initiatives stand out as Biosecurity Award finalists
The finalists have all contributed significantly to safeguarding the biosecurity of NZ.
North Shore 'poisoning' mystery: Calls for calm as suspicion grows
Results of MPI testing are in - but offer no answers.
Four cruises fall foul of biofoul but MPI sees improvement this summer
Pacific Adventure was one of four ships affected by ‘biofouling’ this summer.
Locals worried as more super-spreading seaweed discovered off Gt Barrier Island
Discovery comes amid concern some boaties are flouting rules to control exotic caulerpa.
Clam spread in the spotlight as thousands descend on Lake Karāpiro
Waka ama paddlers and gold clams go head-to-head.
Lake Ōkataina partially reopens, fee to be charged at wash station
The lake's been closed over a month as protections were put in place against gold clams.
Gold clams: Bay of Plenty launches new QR code for lake users
Meanwhile, Biosecurity NZ has committed more than $2 million to manage the clams.
Editorial: The biosecurity balance at the border
OPINION: Our editorial on the ongoing battle at our borders.
'Safeguard our Rotomoana': Rāhui considered for lakes to avoid clam invasion
"It is our shared responsibility to collaborate in the best interest of all our lakes."
Auckland Airport delays: Fears as 15,000 to arrive at 'madhouse' on Saturday
Auckland Airport offers travel tips as it predicts busy start to school holidays.
'Totally disorganised': Passengers on lengthy wait times at Auckland Airport
Passengers describe airport as a 'zoo' with hours-long queues for biosecurity.
'Absolute zoo': Major delays at Auckland Airport, passengers desperate for toilets
Traveller described the airport as an 'absolute zoo' and a 'madhouse'.
Super-spreading scourge to be sucked from seabed in new trial
Officials will use suction dredging against the high-risk seaweed in new Aotea trials.
Beyond Border Patrol: A shoutout to those in these vital and often thankless jobs
OPINION: Biosecurity NZ officers battle invasive species to preserve New Zealand's beauty.
Preserving paradise: The hidden battle at our borders
Guardians of the border: Unveiling the unsung heroes of Biosecurity New Zealand.
Council to build 48km-long pest fence to keep wallabies out
"We can't afford to let them spread and establish further."
Anchoring ban, rāhui now in place on caulerpa-infested areas in BOI
Mana whenua and the Government move to fight invasive seaweed.
Cruise cling-ons: Five ships given biofouling warnings by Biosecurity NZ
What's behind the marine alien invasion on the underside of cruise ships?
Missing bags misery: Airline group head ‘feels’ passengers’ frustration
Resources may be stretched even thinner with the return of tourists from China.
Chris Hipkins: Growth in public service is good
OPINION: Public Service Minister explains a good public service is a core Labour value.