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Home / Environment

NZ Environment and Climate news

‘Where does it go?’: Judge questions if burning plastic differs from landfill dumping
Environment

‘Where does it go?’: Judge questions if burning plastic differs from landfill dumping

Warren Sinclair burns up to 15 tonnes of plastic daily without consent to avoid landfill.

14 Jun 01:47 AM
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Why scientists retired the dire climate scenario used for over a decade

New York Times: Many on the political right have used the shift to attack climate science.

27 May 01:42 AM
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'Wasted effort': Port ordered to compensate iwi $298k for unpaid cultural labour

Ports of Tauranga must pay iwi after aborting a resource consent application.

15 May 09:00 PM

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A landslide in a scenic fjord set off a mega-tsunami. There may be more to come
World

A landslide in a scenic fjord set off a mega-tsunami. There may be more to come

NY Times: A cruise ship was sitting just outside Tracy Arm fjord when the landslide hit.

07 May 01:12 AM
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'Absolutely scary': The invisible force making food less nutritious
Lifestyle

'Absolutely scary': The invisible force making food less nutritious

Experts fear the degradation of Earth's food supply will cause an epidemic of hunger.

04 May 12:00 AM
These salmon got high on cocaine. That wasn’t the craziest part
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These salmon got high on cocaine. That wasn’t the craziest part

22 Apr 01:43 AM
Sharks, stings and social media threats: Inside the record swim down the North Island
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Sharks, stings and social media threats: Inside the record swim down the North Island

16 Apr 06:01 PM
Shark nets spark furore at new $203m Club Med resort
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Shark nets spark furore at new $203m Club Med resort

14 Apr 09:34 PM
Strongest El Niño in a century? What this rare phenomenon could bring
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Strongest El Niño in a century? What this rare phenomenon could bring

07 Apr 12:27 AM
Kiwi seen in Pureora forest for first time in 25 years
Environment

Kiwi seen in Pureora forest for first time in 25 years

A trail camera filmed the young kiwi just after 4am on February 25.

31 Mar 07:00 PM
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Scientists filmed a whale birth. The surprise: mum had many helpers
World

Scientists filmed a whale birth. The surprise: mum had many helpers

New York Times: At least 10 sperm whales appeared to assist during the birth.

30 Mar 11:14 PM
Sanctuary kiwi boost Ruapehu, Tongariro, Wellington and Taranaki populations
New Zealand

Sanctuary kiwi boost Ruapehu, Tongariro, Wellington and Taranaki populations

The annual translocation efforts are the largest in New Zealand.

26 Mar 05:00 PM
'No more possums, rats, stoats': Govt announces plans for Wellington to become first predator-free city
Wellington

'No more possums, rats, stoats': Govt announces plans for Wellington to become first predator-free city

'People aren’t coming to New Zealand to see feral cats or possums,' Tama Potaka says.

24 Mar 10:23 PM
Jellyfish, dolphins and support from Kelly Slater as Ridler's epic swim nears end
Sport

Jellyfish, dolphins and support from Kelly Slater as Ridler's epic swim nears end

Jono Ridler is now more than 1100km into his swim down the North Island's east coast.

22 Mar 12:00 AM
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Opinion: How NZ can turn climate disasters into a resilient future
Opinion

Opinion: How NZ can turn climate disasters into a resilient future

Dr Laura Robichaux grew up evacuating from major US hurricanes before moving Downunder.

18 Mar 03:00 PM
'Still have a way to go': Ridler passes 1000km mark in record swim attempt
Sport

'Still have a way to go': Ridler passes 1000km mark in record swim attempt

'It's cool to stop for a second, to pause and appreciate what we've done out here.'

11 Mar 09:00 PM
‘Intolerable risk to life’: Crown manager kept on to oversee $70m Wairoa flood works
New Zealand

‘Intolerable risk to life’: Crown manager kept on to oversee $70m Wairoa flood works

A Cabinet paper expressed concern about the project, citing disputes between councils.

25 Feb 04:00 PM
Timeline shift: Pike River mine memorial pushed back beyond earlier target
Politics

Timeline shift: Pike River mine memorial pushed back beyond earlier target

The Department of Conservation wants the memorial to be in place prior to the anniversary.

23 Feb 04:00 PM
Climate Change Minister says managed retreat an option as nationwide flooding risk map promised
Politics

Climate Change Minister says managed retreat an option as nationwide flooding risk map promised

Mapping aims to give councils and home owners a clearer picture of risk.

17 Feb 04:00 PM
Six60 surprise fans at Hamilton Farmers Market
New Zealand

Six60 surprise fans at Hamilton Farmers Market

Six60 made an impromptu visit to the Hamilton Farmers Market on Sunday to play a short selection of acoustic songs. Video / Danielle Zollickhofer

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16 Feb 04:00 AM

Electric & hybrid car news

Celebrating 60 years of Toyota in New Zealand | Ryan Bridge TODAY
Entertainment

Celebrating 60 years of Toyota in New Zealand | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Driven's David Linklater on the legacy of NZ's most popular car company. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

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21 Jun 08:30 PM
Ferrari's new EV: Stocks plummet $9 billion | Ryan Bridge TODAY
Ryan Bridge TODAY

Ferrari's new EV: Stocks plummet $9 billion | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Driven senior journalist, Damien O'Carroll explains why the luxury vehicle's been received so badly. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

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01 Jun 08:46 PM
Audi recreates legendary 1934 Auto Union Lucca | Ryan Bridge TODAY
Ryan Bridge TODAY

Audi recreates legendary 1934 Auto Union Lucca | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Driven editor David Linklater joins Herald NOW. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

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10 May 10:33 PM
Cupra Formentor V e-Hybrid first drive: now with extra voltios
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Cupra Formentor V e-Hybrid first drive: now with extra voltios

Cupra has added plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) technology to its sporty coupe-SUV.

28 Sep 03:00 AM
Tesla to open up NZ supercharger network to non-Tesla EVs
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Tesla to open up NZ supercharger network to non-Tesla EVs

Charging network receives a boost after Tesla opens up its superchargers to non-Tesla EVs.

28 Sep 01:00 AM
Toyota to triple EV production as competition heats up
Driven Car Guide

Toyota to triple EV production as competition heats up

Toyota has revealed plans to triple its EV production by 2025.

27 Sep 06:17 PM
Ford Ranger turns into 6x6 hybrid beast with 3800kg max payload
Driven Car Guide

Ford Ranger turns into 6x6 hybrid beast with 3800kg max payload

Could this be the ultimate ute adventure machine?

27 Sep 03:00 AM
Report: 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance could get new motor
Driven Car Guide

Report: 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance could get new motor

Updated VIN may have inadvertently given us a clue about the new powertrain.

26 Sep 10:00 PM
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More Environment and Climate news

'A bit more comfortable with them': Ocean swimmer Jono Ridler on shark encounters
Sport

'A bit more comfortable with them': Ocean swimmer Jono Ridler on shark encounters

Ridler has encountered plenty of marine life early in his 1350km swimming effort.

03 Feb 05:01 AM
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How much red meat and dairy should you eat? We asked 3 experts
Lifestyle

How much red meat and dairy should you eat? We asked 3 experts

Washington Post: New US dietary guidelines deviate sharply from traditional advice.

18 Jan 11:10 PM
Auckland swimmers warned off as wastewater still leaves many beaches unsafe
Auckland

Auckland swimmers warned off as wastewater still leaves many beaches unsafe

More than 20 Auckland beaches remain under 'do not swim' black flags.

17 Jan 03:00 AM
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Kim Knight: My weekend with Waiheke's rude and entitled
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Kim Knight: My weekend with Waiheke's rude and entitled

OPINION: A holiday encounter with bus seat hogs and child hecklers.

07 Jan 08:00 PM
Annual school ball costs ‘out of control’ as tickets hit $230 at Auckland college
Education

Annual school ball costs ‘out of control’ as tickets hit $230 at Auckland college

Ōrewa College parents say the price of ball tickets is an 'obscene' cost for families.

30 Apr 07:06 PM
Seymour urges perspective after files reveal extent of school lunch food safety probes
Politics

Seymour urges perspective after files reveal extent of school lunch food safety probes

Seven cases involved metal in meals and one involved glass.

30 Apr 05:00 PM
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Jamie Beaton's Crimson buys second bricks-and-mortar school
Business

Jamie Beaton's Crimson buys second bricks-and-mortar school

PLUS: Crimson's Infinite set to dominate charter school landscape.

29 Apr 09:00 PM
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Budget boost, but not enough hands: Why high-needs students still miss out
New Zealand

Budget boost, but not enough hands: Why high-needs students still miss out

NZEI warns workforce shortages mean funding does not guarantee support.

29 Apr 05:00 PM
Top girls' school introduces specialised health course after shocking sexual harassment survey
New Zealand

Top girls' school introduces specialised health course after shocking sexual harassment survey

In the survey, more than 20 students said they had been raped.

29 Apr 12:00 AM
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Mt Maunganui landslide: How school won fight to attend beloved teacher’s funeral
New Zealand

Mt Maunganui landslide: How school won fight to attend beloved teacher’s funeral

Principal Jenny Clark wrote a letter to the Ministry of Education urging 'compassion'.

26 Apr 05:00 PM
Health course enrolments hit decade-high but workforce gaps remain
New Zealand

Health course enrolments hit decade-high but workforce gaps remain

Ministry data shows 51,845 people studied health last year, a 10-year high.

21 Apr 05:00 PM
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Schools seek OIA exemption after mass request hits 2400 institutions
Education

Schools seek OIA exemption after mass request hits 2400 institutions

Principals warn that requests are straining resources.

21 Apr 05:00 PM
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NZ's biggest cheats: NCEA exam breach probes triple since 2019, stumping officials
Education

NZ's biggest cheats: NCEA exam breach probes triple since 2019, stumping officials

NZQA says 168 potential exam breaches involved AI use.

19 Apr 05:00 PM
'Few pages ahead of students': Schools lean on unqualified teachers in class
New Zealand

'Few pages ahead of students': Schools lean on unqualified teachers in class

More than a third of state schools now have at least one LAT teacher on staff.

13 Apr 05:00 PM
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