Environment

Rolling power cuts on the cards this winter

The national grid operator is warning of possible power cuts this winter if supply and demand cannot be managed to cope with extreme conditions. Transpower's... Read More

A blossoming love in Te Puke

The sun begins to rise, the children lie sound asleep in bed, but you won't find her in the home. No - she's tiptoed into the wonderful shades of colourful... Read More

Ingenuity provides eels with safe sea pathway

New Zealand's first home-grown fish-friendly flood pump, commissioned by Waikato Regional Council, has successfully passed a 1.2-metre-long shortfin eel. The... Read More

Heading outdoors? Check a safety list first

The NZ Mountain Safety Council is thanking New Zealanders and visitors who've been out exploring our great outdoors this summer for being extra safety smart. With... Read More

Zespri names two Ōtanewainuku Kiwi Trust chicks

Zespri is proud to welcome two Ōtanewainuku Kiwi Trust chicks to the Zespri whānau. Last month Zespri asked the public to help choose a name for a new chick... Read More

Small changes to kerbside recycling in Tauranga

The government is standardising what can be recycled at the kerbside across New Zealand, to help make recycling consistent and reduce unnecessary waste going... Read More

Tourist attraction turns into rescue hot spot

Whenuakura is one of the Coromandel Peninsula's most iconic and beautiful coastal attractions. Nestled about 600 metres off the coast of Whangamatā, the... Read More

Antarctic frontier close to vital climate secrets

An international team co-led by GNS Science Te Pū Ao, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington and Antarctica New Zealand has successfully drilled... Read More

Frustrations grow over Cathedral Cove track

As the anniversary of the Cathedral Cove walking track closure draws near, Coromandel locals say their frustrations are reaching new heights. Those feelings... Read More

Recycling changes: What do you need to know?

How waste is recycled is about to undergo significant change with a new standardised recycling programme set to be implemented across the country from... Read More

Blue carbon research underway in Waihi Estuary

Te Wahapū o Waihī and Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council have partnered in a progressive blue carbon research project of international significance with... Read More

Public safety warning following multiple rescues

Surf Life Saving New Zealand is once again highlighting the importance of understanding the conditions and understanding your limits - and swimming between the... Read More