Environment
A conservation success story!
We're no strangers to endangered animals on this show, but today we're pleased to share a conservation success story. Tawaki, or Fiordland Crested Penguins are the third rarest of the world's 18… Audio
Farmers say many exotic forests are making bad neighbours
There are concerns that some forest blocks are negatively affecting neighbouring farms. Audio
Northlanders battling moth plant weed
With its sunshine and mild, mostly frost-free winters, Northland is often regarded as the weed capital of New Zealand. Peter de Graaf finds out more. Audio
DOC targets businesses and philanthropists in funding drive
The Department of Conservation (DOC) is spending $15,000 on advertising, calling for people to donate. Audio
DOC asking for donations for biodiversity projects
The Department of Conservation is on a public fundraising drive, asking for people to donate to some of its biodiversity projects. DOC director of strategic partnerships and investment David Van Der… Audio
Concerns over increasing number of farms planting trees for carbon farming
The increasing number of farms being planted in trees for carbon farming is raising concerns about the spread of pests and an increased fire risk. Tairāwhiti Hawke's Bay reporter Alexa Cook has the… Audio
Will making nature sacred save it?
Anthropologist Dimitris Xygalatas has spent most of his academic life studying rituals, and has come to believe the reverence that comes with them is the key to preserving our natural environment. Audio
UN plastics pollution deal a flop, some blame USA
Analysis - Fiji's delegate says failing to set production limits is like "mopping the floor without turning off the tap," while China wants to address the full life-cycle of plastics.
World plastic pollution treaty talks collapse with no deal
Negotiators from 185 nations worked beyond Thursday's deadline in an ultimately futile search for common ground.
Seabed miner slows fast track with 'cynical' response
An Australian company has slowed its fast track bid to mine the Taranaki seabed by failing to provide information demanded by officials.
Critter of the Week: Crabill's Centipede
It's time for Critter of the week where we put the spotlight on an endangered insect, and today's critter is the very definition of tiny but mighty. The Crabill's centipede is small by most standards… Audio
Cook Islands 'open to anything' for seabed mining partnerships
A director at the Seabed Minerals Authority says that, as a small island nation, the Cook Islands is always looking to partner with other jurisdictions. Audio
The new initiative bringing your garden to life one seed at a time
As sunny days slowly return many of you will be getting out the gloves and shears to spend the weekend in the garden. Well, here's an idea that'll have the neighbours talking ...an initiative called… Audio
Warnings of ecological crisis from wilding conifers
Southland officials are warning the pines have caused a land-use and biosecurity crisis for the region.
Wilding pine problem at 'tipping point'
Trees have spread aggressively through high country, farmland and conservation areas in Southland.
The Panel with Jennie Moreton and Sue Kedgley Part 1
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Jennie Moreton and Sue Kedgley First up, new figures show the amount of Kiwisaver funds that bought into weapon companies increased by 40… Audio
Consultation on cutting crayfish catch limits begins
Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says the options include seasonal or year-round closures to commercial harvesting of spiny rock lobster.
High hopes for new biofuel's impact on shipping emissions
A new biofuel is making waves in the shipping sector and could help exporters reduce their transport emissions.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 14 August
In today's episode, Public hearings in the Covid-19 Royal Commission have been abandoned after key witnesses, including Former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, former Finance Minister Grant Robertson… Audio
ComCom warning for Kmart over greenwashing
The agency says greenwashing is a real concern as well-intentioned consumers try to do the right thing.
