Environment

New pests and diseases reporting tool

Biosecurity New Zealand has released a new web tool so people can report suspected exotic pests and diseases online. 'Alerts from the public about things that... Read More

Experience outer space while keeping on your feet

Many people dream of going to outer space, but it will be a while before the average person can afford this experience. As an alternative, young entrepreneur... Read More

Significant need for growth in water - report

New Zealand's water sector must do more to attract a pipeline of talent in order to meet safe drinking water and improved environmental standards, a new report... Read More

Whakaari owners may seek to have charges dropped

The owners of Whakaari/White Island, the Buttle brothers, may seek to have the charges filed against them in the wake of the deadly eruption dismissed. Lawyer... Read More

Councillors defy mayor‘s climate action opposition

Thames Coromandel district councillors have defied their mayor's opposition to signing the Climate Leaders Declaration. They've voted for another elected... Read More

Ruapheu vocanic alert level raised

Mount Ruapehu's volcanic alert level is being raised following a heating of the volcano's crater lake. Another heating phase has started at Mt Ruapehu and Crater... Read More

People urged to stay off BOP dunes

That small track you use to go to the beach everyday could be causing harm to the dunes it crosses. Aerial images taken at Port Ōhope over the last 10 years... Read More

International Day of Forests worthy of celebration

The International Day of Forests is a great opportunity to reflect on the critical role our forests play in the lives of New Zealanders across the country, says... Read More

Survey: Beekeepers serious about industry support

The country's beekeepers are serious about working together to support a strong bee industry, according to Biosecurity New Zealand's annual Winter Colony Loss... Read More

A flourishing garden without water worries

Wanting a beautiful backyard and to do her bit for the environment too, Papamoa gardener and artist Jenny Coker has spent the past two years creating a garden... Read More

Large scrub fire in Matapihi

A large scrub fire is being reported in Matapihi this morning. A caller to the 0800 SUNLIVE news hotline says smoke can be seen coming from the fire when looking... Read More

Three Waters ads a “missed opportunity”

"Imagine Aotearoa without good water. That'd be rude as, eh?” Everyone remembers the Government's Three Waters reforms advertising campaign, where cartoon... Read More