NZ Environment and Climate news
Heavy rain across Auckland and North Island
Heavy rain has visited Auckland today, as well as other parts of the country. Video / NZH
Waste-to-energy plant application called in by Environment Minister
The plant is proposed to be built in Te Awamutu.
Is this the winner of Celebrity Treasure Island?
Past winner Matty McLean and Herald Entertainment Editor Jenni Mortimer dissect the latest batch of celebrity contestants on the hit show. Video / Cameron Pitney
Roll up your leaves: Waikato trees to be vaccinated
The fatal Dutch elm disease was discovered in the region in February.
Govt says petrol will only rise 3c a litre as it moves to raise carbon price
The Government is slashing the number of tonnes of planet-heating emissions for sale.
Unusual cloud formation a lenticular cloud rather than an alien visitation
An unusual cloud formation sparked some concern among Taranaki residents.
Snow in South Island, hail, thunderstorms and gales as polar vortex blasts country
A polar vortex from Antarctica is clipping the edge of New Zealand, bringing chilly weather to the whole country today including snow to near sea level in the lower South Island.
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
Chlöe Swarbrick: Environment the obvious foundation for our economy
OPINION: Economics as we know it can only happen within a conducive climate.
Biggest kiwi translocation in NZ 'great news' for species recovery
Save the Kiwi is hoping for a kiwi corridor in the Waikato in the next few years.
NZ projects short-listed for World Architecture awards
Stadium, university, retail, home, spa, bach, marae, office buildings are all on the list.
Take kea on the road: Five of the parrots killed by vehicles on Milford Road
Five kea have been hit and killed by vehicles at popular waypoints on Milford Road.
Govt cuts millions from coastal mapping project; fears communities 'in the dark'
Before the cuts, up to 85% of the coastline was going to be mapped. Now it's up to 40%.
Sickest turtle ever makes near full recovery
Kelly Tarlton's introduces Hine to Turtle Bay as she continues her rehabilitation.
An artwork that sings with you in world-first for Auckland
Graham Tipene's Waimahara is a fully immersive experience that will sing along with you.
Award-winning photographs highlight nature in close-up
The winners of the International Garden Photographer of the Year have been announced.
Nature in award-winning close-up
The International Garden Photographer of the year Macro Art awards are announced
Children’s Minister unveils first boot camp in Palmerston North
Government's military-style academy pilot for youth offenders will start later this month.
'Unlawful': Three schools defy Ministry of Education, refuse to enrol students
The Education Ministry instructed three schools to enrol excluded students. They refused.
ESOL teacher shortage puts schools under pressure
Education leaders have described having to use libraries and halls as classrooms.
New education advice 'not fit for purpose' say teachers
New advice for education misses the real drivers behind poor performance, say teachers.
'Acting like a private school': Mum hits back after Auckland school bars son
An Auckland family wants their child to be able to attend his local school.
Dr Jane Goodall visits Saint Kentigern Girls’ School
English primatologist Dr Jane Goodall visits Saint Kentigern Girls’ School in Remuera to support her Roots & Shoots programme. Video / NZherald