Mako shark washed up on Waihi Beach likely killed by fishermen
Species's taste for fish also commonly consumed by humans puts them in danger.
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Oil spill north of Cape Reinga being investigated
Oily seabirds and fishing gear were the first sign something was amiss.
Study finds urgent need to understand NZ's blue backyard
NZ is missing crucial opportunities to manage its vast marine estate, researchers warn.
Climate refugees pose challenges to mental health services
Climate change refugees could pose even greater challenges for NZ mental health services.
Plastic bag ban: Five things you need to know
The single-use plastic bag ban kicking in tomorrow is more complicated than it sounds.
Sick crewman to be airlifted from fishing vessel west of Hokitika
The onboard doctor advised the man needed hospital treatment.
Bottlenose dolphin spotted in Andersons Bay
Bottlenose dolphin spotted in Andersons Bay. / ODT
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A new report finds we eat 5 grams of plastic a week. Here are four other shock statistics.
Welcome change: Warmer weather on the way
Gentler forecast on the cards: "We have had some pretty wild weather over the past week."
Mega-wave warning: The seven-storey Southern Ocean giants
They roll across the Southern Ocean like towering monsters.
Letters: Choosing how and when to die not suicide for terminal patients
The terminally ill know they are going to die. It's only a choice of how and when.
Hauraki Gulf: How to save our big blue backyard
"When we stop putting ourselves above the environment, we will get change."
World Turtle Day: Rescued turtle to make public debut
Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium is introducing its newest rescue turtle, Calvin.
Missing diver? Hunt for owner of dinghy found at sea
Northland Police are hoping to find the owner to make sure they are safe.
High-tech tags set to crack r-eely old mystery
Scientists finally set to solve an age-old mystery about a slimy resident of our streams.
Marine heatwaves: Why do they make our seas scorch?
They melt mountains and turn our beaches into warm baths. What causes marine heatwaves?
Plans for mussel farm on untouched coast angers locals
A 30ha mussel seeding farm is planned near some of New Zealand's most pristine beaches.
Parasite spread by cats killing more dolphins than commercial fishing
A parasite carried by cats is more threatening to dolphins than commerical fishing.
Pod of dolphins 'not bothered' by confident Auckland swimmers who 'engaged' them
Seven "playful" dolphins frolicked in the water at Murrays Bay with three swimmers today.
Watch: Horrific moment orca pod kills grey whale and calf
Dramatic video shows orca pod hunting and killing the grey whale and calf.
Parts of massive Ross Ice Shelf melting 10 times faster
Part of the world's largest ice shelf is melting 10 times faster than the overall average.
Waves between 5m and 8m high to hit West Coast
Weatherwatch says waves of up to 8m high that hit Tasmania earlier are on their way to NZ.
Special Report: The tragedy of our environment in four dismal figures
A sweeping audit has revealed an environment under attack from virtually every direction.
Grim global climate report: Drought, rising seas, millions displaced
A dramatic new stocktake shows climate change is here - and now affecting millions of us.
Rising seas threaten hundreds of campgrounds, habitats
Rising seas are putting hundreds of campgrounds and archaeological sites at risk.
Rescued sailor thanks defence force, details dramatic moment 16 months on
Philip van der Mespel's yacht sank 166km east of Norfolk Island on November 18, 2017.
Europe to ban plastic plates, cutlery and cups
'Plastics poison our seas' says one of the people who drafted the ban.
Huge endangered leatherback sea turtle washes up in Banks Peninsula
The local primary school children had the chance to see the animal up close.
Whanganui doctor making waves for seabed conservation
Whanganui doctor making waves for seabed conservation
Castor Bay resident disgusted by man burying rubbish on Auckland beach
The rubbish bag looked to contain party supplies including paper plates and serviettes.
'Disgusting': Great Barrier Island set to take millions of tonnes of Auckland's waste
Sediment dumped to increase from 50,000 to 250,000 cubic metres annually.
Discarded Hindu statues at Auckland beaches raise concern
Hindu priest says there is a need for an educational programme for Hindus
Scientists discover different kind of killer whale off Chile
Tales of a mysterious orca have been told for years, now scientists could have proof.