What new govt may mean for science, environment
What could a change of government mean for New Zealand's environment and science sectors?
What could a change of government mean for New Zealand's environment and science sectors?
New study shows most pollution found in small streams not required to be fenced off.
The Greens' refusal to consider a coalition with National is pathetic, former PM says.
The electorate is not so much demanding deep reform as a realignment of priorities.
Most Kiwis across town and country think water use should come with a cost, survey finds.
The Green Party is downplaying the risk of putting Metiria Turei back in the spotlight.
Dr Mike Joy has been honoured for speaking out on the state of our rivers and lakes.
More than a quarter of Kiwis disagree NZ lives up to its clean, green image, survey finds.
A new poll showed his party would struggle to form a Government after the election.
How do political parties propose to manage and protect our lakes and rivers?
Changing the flow rates of our rivers hurt the fish within them. A scientist explains why.
COMMENT: There is overwhelming public support for a water royalty, says Rachel Stewart.
Labour's royalty on freshwater is backed by 70 per cent of Kiwis in a new poll.
Environment Minister Nick Smith rejects conflict of interest claims over funds for a dam.
COMMENT: Farmers promise to protect rivers and streams for future generations.
What policies are parties proposing to manage and protect our natural resources?
How much will farmers really pay if Labour brings in a water tax?
Almost 25 per cent of Hawke's Bay's monitored swimming spots were deemed unsafe.
A day ahead of Labour's freshwater announcement, National has made its own.
Ocean and river cruising is one of the fastest growing travel sectors for Kiwis.
It was too dangerous to enter the fast-flowing Rangitikei River yesterday.
COMMENT: Cultural gap between rural and urban life grows as we remain economically tied.
Call me old fashioned but I thought the regional council was meant to look after water.
Stakeholders talk about the wellbeing of eels (tuna) and other freshwater species.
Central Hawke's Bay Council has dodged a possible $600,000 fine
COMMENT: Opportunities Party has policy that makes sense.
A public health group is backing a new Greenpeace call to halt dairying expansion.
Water and pollution are shaping up to be a key issue come election time.
Labour's new freshwater policy would make it tougher for farms to intensify operations.
As climate changes, so does the frequency and magnitude of floods and droughts.