Environment
Toxic algae warnings for rivers across Southland
A spate of toxic algae appearances in Southland has prompted warnings at rivers across the region.
Northlanders and holidaymakers urged to conserve water amid dry summer
Water supplies will be under additional strain when tens of thousands of people descend on the region for Anniversary Weekend and Waitangi Day.
Queenstown district council on notice after 'potential' wastewater river spillover
Queenstown Lakes District Council (QDLC) said it's been given two notices after failing to stop partially treated wastewater from spilling off the site of a local treatment plant and potentially…
Asbestos, arsenic and lead found on Wellington coast
The council plans to dig up 1000 cubic metres of materials as it tries to clear a dump site .
Rogue stag eats Lower Hutt resident's rose bush
There are many things you don't expect in life, a deer eating your rose bush is one of them. Deer Stalking Association chief executive Gwyn Thurlow spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Firefighters warned of 'breaking point' weeks before deadly fires
One veteran who is also a union boss said residents could pay a deadly price due to cutbacks.
Mayor's relief as dam dispute finally ends
"It's been a long and tortuous process to get this far," mayor Tim King says of the five-year saga.
Debris warning as fishermen rescued from sinking vessel
The vessel sank soon after taking on water south of Kawau Island.
'Very harmful' - Wellington officials warn of toxic algae in Wairarapa
The algae is a neurotoxin that acts like snake venom and could be very harmful to humans and lethal for dogs according to Greater Wellington Regional Council expert.
Toxic algae found in Southland's Waihopai River
Toxic algae has been found in the Waihopai River in Southland, just upstream of Queen's Drive.
Humans may contribute to hoiho's extinction
The iconic yellow-eyed penguin / hoiho is facing possible extinction due to a number of factors, including human interference.
Salty sea air causes pollution breach in Awatoto, Hawke’s Bay
A recording of a dangerous level of air pollution near the coast of Hawke's Bay turned out to be salty sea air.
Young people warned over air rifles use after protected bird allegedly shot
Police and DOC are investigating after reports of a variable oystercatcher being shot at a beach in Golden Bay.
Dinosaur dolphins in NZ waters long after extinction elsewhere
Dinosaur dolphins have been found to have survived in Aotearoa's waters long after they went extinct elsewhere.
Some parts of Auckland are warmer than others
New research shows some parts of the city are up to 3C hotter than others, and experts say it's a concern.
Clean boats crucial to stop spread of marine pests
Marine pests such as caulerpa, Mediterranean fanworm and clubbed tunicate often hitch a ride on boat hulls and anchors.
Shark Man Riley Elliott
Every summer shark sightings are reported - mainly because so many of us are at the beach or out on the water. This year however there seem to be fewer sharks around than usual and that's worrying for… Audio
Dry Northland plus holiday crowds lead to water restrictions
Water restrictions are being ramped up across much of the Far North, as continued dry weather and an influx of holidaymakers strain the district's dwindling rivers.
Los Angeles firefighters make progress as intense winds ease
Firefighters take a short rest near houses burned down in the Palisades Fire along the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, California
'Trajectory is just incredible' - 2024 world's hottest year as temperatures soar
Last year was the world's hottest since records began, with global temperatures exceeding 1.5C above pre-industrial times.
