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NZ Walking trail inspired by Camino de Santiago
Submissions have opened for a 500-kilometre walking trail that would stretch along the east coast from Gisborne to Opotiki. The trail is inspired by the internationally renowned Camino de Santiago… Audio
Serious consequences if Oriental fruit fly becomes established.
The horticulture industry says there could be serious consequences if the Oriental fruit fly becomes established. Last week a single male fruit fly was found in a surveillance trap in Papatoetoe and… Audio
Whales stranded at Farewell Spit in Golden Bay
Ten pilot whales have stranded at Farewell Spit in Golden Bay. The Department of Conservation said it will try to refloat the whales at high tide later today. Ross Trotter spoke to Tuwhenuaroa… Audio
Why do beaches need a dog warden?
If you were walking blissfully on Auckland's west coast last summer, you might have met Fletcher Munsterman.
Revolutionary new pest control method targets mosquitoes
Australian scientists have developed a revolutionary new pest control method that targets mosquitoes, the deadliest animal on the planet. More than a million people die every year from Mosquito borne… Audio
Waka ama club forced to train in polluted waters
A pollution warning has been issued for Gisborne rivers and beaches after cut-up branches were found blocking a manhole But it hasn't stopped Gisborne's enthusiastic waka ama club from getting out on… Audio
New pest control method poisoning mating male mosquitoes
Researchers say the Toxic Male Technique could significantly reduce the threat of insect pests such as disease-carrying mosquitoes.
What a rare summer La Niña could mean for Australia
The great rainmaker, La Niña, could be back for the fourth time in five years, increasing the prospect of a soaking start to 2025. Video
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 7th January
On today's episode, Dame Tariana Turia is laid to rest in Whanganui, Sir Bill English reflects on her legacy and Justin Trudeau resigns after nine years in his country's top office. Plus, the legal… Audio
An island to oneself: Natalie McCondach on Urupukapuka
Four years ago she joined her partner on the island of Urupukapuka. Over the winter months they have no one but themselves and the abundant wildlife for company. Audio
Runner completes ten Great Walks in ten days
Sleeping only four hours a night, Romain Groleau covered the distance of over twelve marathons, and all while raising money for the New Zealand Nature Fund. Audio
Biden announces ban on new offshore oil and gas drilling
It's a decision incoming president Donald Trump may find difficult to reverse.
Nature's milestones you may have missed
From cliff-scaling skinks to takahē on tramping tracks.
Morning Report Essentials for 6 January 2025
On today's episode, Two Interislander sailings were cancelled yesterday and another two were delayed, hundreds of people have been paying their respects to Dame Tariana Turia ahead of her funeral… Audio
Hydro lakes future in focus over summer
Anxiously watching the levels of the country's hydropower lakes is something of a New Zealand tradition. Hydro - unlike geothermal - can be turned on and off at will, meaning it can supplement… Audio
Cook Strait ferries disrupted for days amid big swells
High winds have put Interislander sailings on hold, with more than 1000 passengers affected.
Australia's southeast braces for extreme fire danger amid intense heatwave
Forecasters warned that temperatures could reach 45C in some parts of Victoria, prompting fire bans.
Fruit fly incursion: More than 100 new traps set up around South Auckland
Biosecurity NZ says more than 100 extra fruit fly traps have been set up since a fly was found in South Auckland.
Biden to ban new oil drilling over vast areas of Pacific waters - report
The ban would apply to 250 million hectares of US coastal territory.
Legal controls placed on fruit, vege in fruit fly zone
Controls have now been imposed on the movement of fruit and vegetables in Papatoetoe, Auckland, where an Oriental fruit fly was found yesterday.
