Building waste recycling scheme has wide benefits

Lake Hāwea residents push back against plan to lower lake levels

Locals fear return of dust storms and dry bores under fast-track hydro proposal, while Contact Energy says move could cut emissions and ease power prices.

Commercial fisherman fined after trawling in marine reserve

The man landed about 700kg of finfish, which included gurnard, snapper, rig, and john dory, according to the Ministry for Primary Industries.

Calls for information after decapitated dolphin found near Kaikōura

The Department of Conservation said the dolphin was discovered by a member of the public.

Tonnes of 'toxic' waste removed from mortgagee sale property

The new owner of a rural Tasman property is currently clearing up more than 13,000kg/L of hazardous waste left on the site by the previous owner.