What tax proposals mean for farmers
Tax working group looks at animal emissions tax, fertiliser tax and a pesticide ban.
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Biggest-ever addition to a national park announced
An area of land half the size of Auckland is about to be added to Kahurangi National Park.
Poisoned trees spring back to life after new treatment
Opito Bay trees thought to be doomed now sprouting fresh shoots and leaves.
James Renwick: Dauntless hope in the face of a climate catastrophe
It must be depressing being a climate scientist in 2019. But James Renwick perseveres.
Waikanae River one of 14 catchments chosen for funding
The river catchments work is focused on improving ecological integrity and resilience.
Pulling up NZ's socks takes whole nation
Comment: Our environment depends on our economy, which in turn depends on our reputation.
'We've been left behind in the world': New call to discuss controversial gene technology
Conservationist says it's time to talk about controversial gene technology to beat pests.
The harmless looking tree wreaking havoc on our land
Wilding pines smother wildlife, natives and everything. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Exotic insect found in New Zealand
Poplar sawfly more commonly found in Europe, Asia and North America.
'Biggest in 30 years': Monster nest houses a million wasps
Expert says monster wasp nests are more likely with climate change.
Ocean glider 'Betty' to capture watery depths of Hawke Bay
Ocean glider 'Betty' will capture the watery depths of Hawke Bay.
Rising seas and weather events: Thames still to sign climate change declaration
Locals of the low-lying town motivated to make change. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Elderly elms felled after failing to thrive in Clive
The trees at the entrance to the Clive Pool were cut down on Monday morning.
Hawke's Bay iconic gannets still accessible
Hawke's Bay's gannet colony is still accessible, with Gannet Safaris still running trips.
John Archer: Muttonbirds and a seaside clinic
How inland Maori on mineral-deficient soils obtained health-giving iodine
More than 200kg of rubbish picked up in underwater clean-up
Tyres, jandals, bottles and even sunglasses were among the haul.
New rescue van for bird helper
A local animal lover gifts Hawke's Bay Bird and Wildlife Rescue a new rescue vehicle.
Fateful dip: Still sick, one year after school swim trip
Georgia Beal is still suffering after swimming in Napier's Pandora Pond a year ago.
DOC report labelled Cape Kidnappers an 'unacceptable risk' of rock fall 10 years before slip
An investigation analysing DOC's processes has been put in place after the slip.
Fires in Tauranga rail corridor 'unprecedented'
'The fires seemed to be starting up behind it as it went by'
Conservation Comment: Wild pines a fire risk
It is time the fire service and DoC looked at ways to remove these pine trees.
Men working with police after deaths of rare gulls
Men working with police after deaths of endangered birds in Rotorua.
Native trees 'dying from lack of water' while irrigator sprays road, Forest and Bird says
Owner of the farm says he is devastated by the incident in which the water was wasted.
Environmentalists welcome new tax proposals
Environmentalists have welcomed a proposed water tax, amid other suggested overhauls.
Proposed oak trees axing angers leafy village
Threatened Havelock North trees are controversial. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
DOC 'not interested' in renewing the Waikaremoana lakebed lease
DOC has yet to sign 50-year lakebed lease that was due for renewal in July 2017.
Brown discolouration pollutes river at Huka Falls
Waikato Regional Council is advising people to be cautious about using river water.
Nursery raises seedlings and awareness
Young people grow 90,000 native plants. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
'Annihilation': Drainage work stopped after pile of dead eels found
Public concern at the 'disrespect' to native fish prompts a halt to works.
Town on waiting list for water deliveries
Mangawhai water carriers want urgent action as people run low on tank water.
Govt spends $20m on bolstering pest control tech to limit 1080 use
The funding means, in the long run, there will be less need for 1080, the Govt says.
Bee-friending the honeymakers
Be more bee-friendly in Hamilton. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
New project enhances Kairakau memories
Rich memories of Kairakau Beach have been enhanced by a new project, writes Clive Bibby.
Would you drink river water from a dairy farm?
Excellent rating for water on Te Anga farms. Made with funding from NZ on Air.