20:54:27 Wednesday 16 April 2025

Environment

Kiwis urged to rethink food waste

Kiwis are being encouraged to rethink their food habits this May as New Zealand launches its first-ever Food Appreciation Month to fight food waste. Food... Read More

Invasive pest plants in the crosshairs

Katikati residents are being encouraged to roll up their sleeves to help tackle problematic pest plants at a free, hands-on workshop this weekend. 'We want... Read More

Ōtūmoetai's wildlife-friendly backyard event

Ōtūmoetai residents are encouraged to come together and celebrate nature at Ōtūmoetai Primary School on Sunday, April 6. The Envirohub-run event, running... Read More

Ōhiwa Harbour sees mussel resurgence

A visit to Ōhiwa Harbour might first be about picturesque views and the rich cultural history, beneath the surface, something remarkable is happening - its... Read More

Properties rezoned for future mining

Hauraki District Council has designated another 26 properties in Waihī for future mining, which will allow OceanaGold to apply to expand its open cast pit. That... Read More

Mayors rowing together for water savings

Western Bay households could save up to $5000 if councils work together to deliver water services, while Tauranga households could save up to $2100. Tauranga... Read More

Industrial hemp should be an 'agricultural crop'

The industrial hemp sector is feeling unified and buoyant by a long-awaited regulatory review that it hopes will see more farmers adopt the crop and unlock its... Read More

Applications opposing sewerage scheme dismissed

A legal bid to stop a sewerage pipe being installed in a wāhi tapu area near Rotorua has failed in the Environment Court. Works on the Tarawera Sewerage... Read More

Daylight saving: Tips to ease pets’ transition

Love it or hate it, daylight savings is upon us again. As clocks move an hour backward on April 6, many of us will be adjusting to shorter afternoons, disrupted... Read More

Tipped barge: Approximately 10L of diesel spilt

Approximately 10L of diesel has been released into the harbour after a barge capsized at the Tauranga Bridge Marina. In a statement sent by a Bay of Plenty... Read More

Restoration begins at historic Monmouth Redoubt

The first phase of a restoration has begun for a significant city centre historic site. On Sunday, work was undertaken to remove four trees from Monmouth... Read More

Public warning: Algae bloom at Lake Rotoehu

A health warning has been issued for Ōtautū Bay in Lake Rotoehu due to a bloom of potentially toxic blue-green algae. The medical officer of health... Read More