Conservation, environment, water and wildlife
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Bats deliver vital services to farms, study shows
The value of bats for pest control is highlighted in new research.
Thermal cameras may help NZ’s rarest whale
Endangered Bryde’s at risk from shipping.
Green makeover for Stewart Island
Island currently powered entirely by diesel.
Countdown supermarket's packaging
Reader submittedHello, just saw in Wendyl Nissen's [ alias the green goddess] newsletter that there's an online petition to stop Countdown wrapping vegetables in plastic. Don't know how much we'll achieve by signing, but it's a way ...
Kiwi group breeding drought-resistant trees
Outsmarting climate change.
Giant reserve ahoy!
Britain will protect vast area of ocean.
How clean is your beach?
If you’re off to your favourite bay this summer, you might find those sparkling waters aren’t as pristine as they look. Greg Bruce investigates water pollution at six popular New Zealand beaches, and finds out ...
Better beaches: 8 ways to make a difference
Chemicals, sewerage and storm water all affect the quality of water at our favourite beaches – but the good news is we can all make a difference, whether it’s at home, work or on the ...
Lego drops Shell after public pressure over Arctic drilling
Lego will stop making Shell-branded toys following a prolonged campaign by Greenpeace, including a viral video, protesting Arctic oil drilling. Lego Group chief executive Jørgen Vig Knudstorp announced on Wednesday [8 October] the toy manufacturer would ...
Japan will keep whaling despite new IWC ruling
A new ruling to restrict scientific whaling won’t stop Japan