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New additional ETS scheme floated in review of carbon market
19 Jun 2023The government has floated a series of options to reform the Emissions Trading Scheme, with the highest ranked option one which sets up a whole new additional ETS scheme.
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Why off-season roses are thriving better in cyclone-hit Esk Valley
19 Jun 2023Along the fence lines of the cyclone-devastated Esk Valley, red roses still turn their little faces towards the pale winter sun, and their unusually strong flush this year has turned heads.
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Owner of controversial former chemical plant wants to hear from former staff, contractors
14 Jun 2023The owner of a controversial former chemical plant in New Plymouth wants to quiz people with links to Ivon Watkins-Dow ahead of remediating the site.
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Ban now in place to fight caulerpa spread
12 Jun 2023The government and mana whenua have put in place an anchoring ban to fight the growing threat of one of the world's most invasive marine seaweeds.
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Raging Canada wildfires threaten critical infrastructure, force evacuations
8 Jun 2023More than 400 wildfires are burning across the country, with the province of Quebec among the worst affected, and sending a blanket of smoky air wafting over US cities.
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Scientists issue new climate warning: 1.5C for the planet, 1C for people
A leading climate scientist says it is valuable for policymakers and the public to know the planet is already in highly risky territory.
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What next for NZ's big emitters?
New Zealand's big emitters are under pressure to do more as the country heads towards its zero carbon 2050 target. NZ Steel's the first mover with a big deal with the government to help it cut its…
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Did the Budget do enough for climate and science? Here's what the sectors say
18 May 2023Prominent environmental groups are less than impressed with the budget investments in climate, but an expert says the government has taken a multifaceted approach.
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Final phase of Tui Oil Field decommissioning set to begin
15 May 2023The arrival of a specialist vessel at Port Taranaki this week marks the beginning of the final phase of decommissioning the abandoned Tui Oil Field. Video
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Far from mighty oak on death's door still a tree of the year contender
15 May 2023Plimmer's Oak - one of the capital's oldest exotic trees - won't win any beauty contests, but could take out the ultimate prize in its final throes.
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Council investigates oil leak source in Christchurch's Avon River
15 May 2023Council staff believe they have identified the source but are unable to comment on it while the investigation is underway.
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Native fish introduced to Zealandia to replenish ecosystem
14 May 2023It is believed to be the first time the species has ever been transported in modern times.
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Dozens of muttonbirds fall from sky in storm
11 May 2023Freezing gale force winds are believed to be behind the downing of hundreds of tītī (muttonbirds) in Central Otago, northern Southland and the Lakes District on Wednesday night.
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The mahi bringing birdsong back to Aotea's forests
8 May 2023The Detail - It's no easy task trying to rid Aotea Great Barrier Island of feral cats, rats and other pests.
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Wild pigs outnumber population of St Bathans and residents are nervous
8 May 2023Central Otago residents say they are tired of feeling unnerved and being constantly on alert with wild pigs running amok around St Bathans.
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EV rebate changes tipped to hike price of new entry-level vehicles
3 May 2023An importer is predicting that some new cars could jump from $20,000 to $35,000 in the next three years as subsidies on some hybrid vehicles and most small petrol cars are removed. Audio
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Native plant used in sand dune restoration in short supply
30 Apr 2023A Coromandel environmental group has warned that spinifex, a native plant used in sand dune restoration after erosion events, could be in short supply this year.
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Māori leaders hightlight key issues at UN forum
28 Apr 2023The impact of forestry on indigenous peoples has been discussed at a UN meeting after slash was strewn across Tai Rāwhiti's land and beaches during Cyclone Gabrielle.
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Climate Change Commission urges new targets without forestry in new report
The government's plans to cut emissions will not be enough to meet its own targets, the Climate Change Commission says, once again warning we can't plant our way to success.
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Forestry companies undertake beach clean-up at Tolaga Bay
26 Apr 2023A third large scale beach clean-up funded by two major forestry companies has begun at Tolaga Bay.
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West Coast Regional Council investigates 'sickening' smell
24 Apr 2023A "sickening" smell from the controversial new private landfill at Coal Creek is being investigated by West Coast Regional Council after numerous complaints in the past week.
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DOC suspects someone illegally releasing weka in South Taranaki
19 Apr 2023The mystery of Manaia's wayward weka has deepened with the capture of a second bird discovered in the South Taranaki township.
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Animal welfare groups raise concerns over kids shooting feral cats for competition
18 Apr 2023A North Canterbury hunting competition that encouraged kids to shoot feral cats has removed the category from the event after "vile and inappropriate emails and messages".
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DNA technology helps discover critical endangered fish
19 Apr 2023A previously unknown population of Clutha flatheads has been found in Central Otago thanks to DNA technology.
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