New ZealandYouth in holding pattern as recession bites northThe impacts of the global financial crisis hit are ingrained in our communities.10 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionShelley BridgemanShelley Bridgeman: Cutting out the clutterThe problem with unwanted packaging needs to be tackled at the source not dumped on the consumer, writes Shelley Bridgeman.04 May 09:30 PM
New ZealandStreamlined waste disposal for Super CityAucklanders could be penalised for not recycling as part of a move to streamline how the city's waste is collected.17 Feb 04:30 PM
New Zealand<i>Ask Phoebe</i>: Mystery of the orange road cones unravelledWe are not being surrounded by aliens from outer space after all, but by PVC monsters.16 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandMayor announces plan to 'green' AucklandCutting Auckland's carbon emmissions by 40 per cent by 2025 is among a raft of environmental goals announced by Mayor Len Brown this morning.21 Jan 12:25 AM
LifestyleThe cutlery conundrumWith its roots in China, a new movement is sweeping the planet to discourage diners from going disposable.12 Jan 08:00 PM
RetailToothpaste maker thinks outside tubeHandmade bath and body company Lush will release chewable toothpaste tablets next year.19 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandCoastal clean-ups net big returnA volunteer drive to clean up Kiwi beaches for summer has collected 10 tonnes of rubbish.11 Dec 04:30 PM
ManufacturingInsulation fibre's a bottlerHow a NZ firm is turning bottles into a fibreglass alternative...28 Nov 04:30 PM
LifestyleEmbrace your inner nanaThe trend for hobbies and habits of yesteryear is back in vogue your inner.01 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleFashion conscienceZero-waste design is a means of creating clothes that minimises fabric disposal. At the forefront of this move is Holly McQuillan. <i>Viva</i> finds out more.23 Sep 05:30 PM
