Environment
Interesting insects from Aotearoa
There are thought to be about 20,000 insect species in New Zealand - with 90 per cent endemic meaning they're only found only here. Scientists reckon there are still more to be discovered. A new book… Audio
Luxon dismisses international climate scientists as 'worthies'
But the Greens say New Zealand appears to be on "climate denial bandwagon".
Fears toxic weed will spread beyond Northland
Madagascar ragwort is highly invasive and can poison livestock.
Department of Conservation's unsung hero
DOC ranger is an unsung hero whose job is to clean public toilets at Canterbury's DOC sites and provide toilet paper. And replacing the loo paper is a mammoth job nationwide, with DOC revealing around… Audio
Australian Mining company gets lucrative Marlborough Sounds exploration permit
The five-year exploration permit covers almost 12,000 hectares of land around Endeavour Inlet, Te Anamāhanga / Port Gore and Titirangi Bay.
Wildlife sanctuary hoping to avoid 'painful decision to close'
The not-for-profit Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre in Wairarapa has put out an urgent plea for financial help.
Ron Ealam: Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit
Ron Ealam, from Oxford in Canterbury has received the New Zealand Order of Merit for his work with Land Search and Rescue, for more than 50 years! And for half of that he's been working with rescue… Audio
Aquaculture animal welfare code 'anti-Kiwi' - Oceans and Fisheries Minister
Shane Jones has ruled out the idea of a code to protect farmed fish, following SPCA calls for one.
Living next to an active volcano
Taranaki Mounga is one of New Zealand's about a dozen active volcanos - but what does that actually mean for locals? Audio
Earth’s seasonal rhythms are changing, putting species and ecosystems at risk
Shifting seasons have widespread repercussions that may be greater than previously thought.
The Panel with Claire Amos and Alan McElroy (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Claire Amos and Alan McElroy. They discuss the long-running success of Wellington's Green Parrot Cafe and speak to the man behind this… Audio
Dargaville residents asked to conserve water, reservoir at 10%
Dargaville residents are being asked to conserve water after maintenance teams have worked for hours to patch major breaks in the system. At one point the towns reservoir was down to 10 percent full… Audio
Critter of the Week
This week's critter has a rather extreme attachment style. The genus name of the trematode, Philophthalmus attenuatus, means 'eye-loving', which is a polite way to describe the adults of this species… Audio
Protesters condemn Ruataniwha Dam investment: 'There's been no transparency'
The electricity distributor's board is putting $100,000 towards a re-scope of the controversial project. Audio
Where is the best tasting tap water in New Zealand?
The winner comes from a shallow well next to the Ōpihi River in Timaru and will represent New Zealand in the trans-Tasman Water Taste Off held in NSW this July.
Opponents of Ruataniwha dam stage protest
Opponents of the controversial Ruataniwha Dam in Central Hawke's Bay have staged a surprise protest outside a meeting in Waipukurau, to show their opposition to the the region's electricity… Audio
Ecologist on proposed changes to freshwater regulations
A freshwater ecologist is slamming proposed changes to freshwater regulations. Freshwater ecologist Dr Mike Joy spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Timaru tap water wins title of best tasting in New Zealand
Timaru has taken out the title of New Zealand's Best Tasting Tap Water. Timaru's Mayor Nigel Bowen spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio
Federated Farmers on changes to RMA
The government's released new rules and policies telling Councils how to manage everything from housing and mining to water. Federated Farmers National Vice President Colin Hurst spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Want tasty tap water? Head to Timaru
Four district councils were vying for the coveted title, but there could be only one winner. Audio
