New Zealand'Absolute alarm bells': Worst Summer for drownings so far since 2015There have been 22 drownings across the country for the period.03 Jan 10:15 PM
New ZealandSuspected drownings: Shock after two water incidents in just a few hoursOne investigation is underway, while search for 18-year-old man continues.23 Dec 01:30 AM
PremiumPremiumTravel2022 Travel: World's best river cruises from Europe to the AmazonDo ocean cruises' crowds and potential big waves leave you cold? Consider river cruising.12 Dec 03:14 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Beware the 'frisky' cows of Hawke's BayHawke's Bay Regional Council reviewing use of 1600ha of flood-control land.20 Nov 09:44 PM
New ZealandRāhui placed on Waiwhakaiho River after death of personPolice said the body was found near the Waiwhakaiho River mouth at 9.30pm.13 Nov 06:22 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Too much of a good thing in our riversA $6 million project is extracting excess Central Hawke's Bay river gravel for industry.07 Oct 01:12 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuNorthland dune lakes are torn between saving native biodiversity and trout fisheryKDC Reserve Management Plan 2016 identifies trout as pest fish, continues ban on release.23 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandNew salmon catch limits aim to help save wild Chinook speciesMoves to limit salmon catches are critical for future generations, Fish & Game says.23 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandLive: Wet weather front kicks off school holidaysWeather warnings are in place for Northland.11 Jul 08:29 PM
New Zealand'It's a kick in the guts': Historic farm station smashed in floods'You're almost reduced to tears,' says farmer calling for more Govt help.02 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWetter winter coming: Why NZ can expect more major rain eventsMore deluges fuelled by atmospheric rivers may be on cards this winter.31 May 11:51 PM
New ZealandSheep swept along in flood torrent after rain batters CanterburySurging water puts farmers and their animals in danger across Canterbury.31 May 09:48 AM
New Zealand5.5 magnitude quake in Fiordland; Ashburton cut off to north; more evacuations in CanterburyPeople in parts of Canterbury are being ordered to head to higher ground.31 May 04:20 AM
New Zealand'Nasty bacteria' in rivers thought to be making paddlers sickWaka ama paddlers say they're getting sores, rashes and infections from the water.18 May 04:33 AM
New Zealand'We've set up a monster': Pollution in Selwyn River up 50% in 22 monthsLower nitrate targets due in three years, but with no timeframe for them to be achieved.10 May 12:08 AM
WorldBlood-sucking fish numbers spike in Aussie riverAn ancient fish that feeds 'on blood, fluids and even chunks of flesh' making comeback.29 Apr 05:32 AM
New ZealandSprinkler ban for Wellington region from midnight FridayThe use of any unattended watering system will be banned in and around Wellington.12 Feb 12:14 AM
New ZealandRiver rescue: Woman swept away while swimming airlifted from rocksWoman swept downstream while swimming in the Kawarau River this afternoon.03 Feb 04:02 AM
New ZealandIdentity of swimmer missing in Canterbury river revealedThe dive squad completed its search on Monday.03 Feb 12:49 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRich-lister estate controls more water from Waikato River than all of AucklandOne estate - half in dairy farming - can use about 10 per cent of the entire allocation.02 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandBody found in Waikato River in central HamiltonPolice are working to establish the person's identity.27 Jan 06:01 AM
New ZealandChristchurch stream to be revitalised with $1.5m boostThe historically significant wetland was an important food gathering area for Māori.14 Jan 06:51 PM
New ZealandGovernment commits $36m to projects to enhance waterwaysThe projects are being launched in the second quarter, and will create 413 jobs.09 Jan 04:31 AM
New ZealandToxic algae in Wellington rivers, swimmers urged to check firstToxic algae has bloomed at Waipoua River, Te Awa Kairangi and at Kaitoke campground.07 Jan 05:56 PM
New ZealandOtago flooding a 'kick in the teeth' at start of yearSome farms received a quarter of annual rainfall in the first three days of the year.04 Jan 07:27 PM
New ZealandWild weather: 7000+ lightning strikes, 8C below average in placesSevere thunderstorm warnings have been issued for parts of the North Island.04 Jan 05:31 AM
New ZealandSwimmers warned to stay out of rivers and lakes showing signs of toxic algaeA toxic algae watch is being carried out through the summer in rivers and lakes.02 Jan 06:09 AM
New Zealand'If in doubt, don't go out': Otago harbourmasters urge caution on the waterA surge in boat sales could mean less experienced people on the water, harbourmaster says.29 Dec 07:15 PM
New ZealandDivers find body following search of Manawatū RiverThe search was underway after police were alerted to an unmanned dinghy.07 Dec 01:26 AM
EnvironmentFarmer-led projects to receive more than $6mIt hopes to deliver up to 300 plans to improve land management and the environment.19 Nov 08:02 PM
KahuNgai Tahu takes court action over South Island lakes and riversThe papers were served on the Crown shortly after the Cabinet was announced.02 Nov 04:36 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelClarke Gayford uncovers Rotorua's secretsClarke Gayford discovers Rotorua's holds many fishing secrets - if you know who to ask.24 Oct 06:00 PM
New Zealand$40k to protect biodiversity at Christchurch's St Martins streamMore than 3000 natives planted as part of a restoration and enhancement project.17 Oct 07:50 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Should farmers avoid paying for their pollution? Whanganui candidates argue it outCandidates on farming and greenhouse gases. Made with funding from NZ On Air.23 Sep 09:55 PM
