NZ Environment and Climate news
Fined forestry giant yet to rectify issues after cyclone damage, despite court orders
Judge extends deadline for forestry cleanup in Tolaga Bay amid compliance issues.
‘We’re in a new era': How climate change is supercharging disasters
New York Times: 'We sound like a broken record because the records keep breaking.'
What the *#&*@? Council blasts ‘clown’ over dumping garden waste and sparking 5-day beach ban
A pipe ended up blocked causing wastewater to back up and manholes to start popping.
Opinion: Farm emissions should not be targeted while concrete gets a pass
OPINION: NZ's climate commitments will require emissions reductions by all sectors.
Deadly disease kills 100-year-old tree despite vaccination
The fatal and fast-spreading disease was found to be present in the Waikato in February.
Electric & hybrid car news
Ford Ranger turns into 6x6 hybrid beast with 3800kg max payload
Could this be the ultimate ute adventure machine?
Report: 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance could get new motor
Updated VIN may have inadvertently given us a clue about the new powertrain.
MG4 vs GWM Ora: ultimate cheap EV shootout
We take an up-close look at two of NZ's cheapest new EVs.
More Environment and Climate news
2024 'certain' to be hottest year on record: EU climate monitor
Countries rich and poor were hammered by disasters this year.
Canterbury fire rages on as Labour continues pressure on the government | NZ Herald News Update
The fire on Castle Hill, Canterbury continues to burn as it has since Thursday this week. Labour continues to press the governments policies as Franklin road prepares to re-open.
Explained: Everything you need to know about arsenic and drinking water
Drinking water testing has turned up slightly higher arsenic levels. Here's what to know.
Kiwi bioplastic company reveals sustainable breakthrough
The bioplastic has a plethora of use cases including plant pots and construction.
'Taste, texture, price': Why Kiwis have stopped buying fake meat
Will meatless meat ever appeal to the average Kiwi consumer? Researchers explain.
Oceania Healthcare records $17.1m interim loss, sells properties
Firm selling older rest homes to put money into more upmarket villages, fancy care suites.
International Landscape Photographers of the Year
From frozen trees to sunrise over the desert, these landscape pictures show the world in a beautiful light.
For or against waste-to-energy plant: Submissions due by December 18
Time running out to submit to EPA on Te Awamutu's waste-to-energy plant.
Orca spotted close to Mount Maunganui shoreline
Tauranga media company says orca sighting was 'once in a lifetime' moment. Video / Media Masters
Fresh sex abuse claims against ex-staffer at Christchurch boarding school
Investigations remain ongoing to determine if there is any further offending, police said.
Young hero gets the surprise of her life
Reporter Teia is on a secret mission at Te Rapa Primary School, where one super awesome kid’s good deeds have caught the attention of an international charity foundation!
Australian state luring Kiwi ECE teachers with $55,000 incentives
Victoria Government is targeting New Zealand early childhood teachers to move.
'Running a blitz': School takes aim at students who sleep late
School is cracking down on students who sleep-in after 85 children were late in one day.
Kiwi teacher accused of sexually assaulting six students is fighting extradition from UK
Allegations - raised after former student’s suicide - relate to a former Murupara teacher.
Education minister announces trial of 'intensive' maths programme
Education Minister Erica Stanford announcing the Government will trial a new “intensive” mathematics programme during term one and two next year. Video / Mark Mitchell