Treating effluent to make it reusable would not be economic, say experts.

Shark sightings around the country have forced beach closures more than 12 times this summer.

Figures released today showed 98 people drowned last year, the second lowest annual toll since records began in 1980.

Three top All Blacks are accused of collecting business contacts from associates in one company, then dumping them to set up a rival business.

Drinking water flowing to almost one in six New Zealanders either failed to reach health standards or escaped testing during 2007/08.