Environment
Threatened microbat living in urban Australia stuns scientists
The bat is about the same size as a 20-cent coin.
'Planning key' to getting winter grazing right
Over the winter months many farmers rely on intensively grazing stock on high nutrition crops to make the most of limited feed, however, this can lead to environmental challenges and even animal… Audio
What we know so far about new road user charges
Explainer - The government calls it the biggest change to road funding in 50 years. But what are these RUCs that will replace the petrol tax? Audio
Ngāi Tahu, Mint Renewables join forces on renewable energy projects
The partnership will have $100 million to invest.
Creating sustainable potato chips
Samantha Baldwin, Science Group Leader at Plant & Food Research, is nominated for the AJ Park Commercialisation Impact Award for a new variety of potatoes. Audio
'Step into change': Kiwis told to embrace renewable energy boom
Contact Energy is ramping up its renewable supplies, saying investment is critical. Audio
Nine penguins found dead in Golden Bay over past fortnight
The Department of Conservation is warning dog owners to keep their pets under control.
Devastating cyclones to get 20-35 percent wetter - study
Researchers have used more precise climate modelling to reveal how fossil fuel emissions could affect cyclone behaviour.
Navy enlisted in Zealandia lake survey effort
The Navy has descended on a Wellington eco-sanctuary - but it's not to prevent an invasion, pests or otherwise. Audio
Fish farming sector's biggest opportunity, minister says
Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says he wants to see more fish caught if they can be sustainably harvested.
Navy conducting survey of Zealandia lake
The Navy has descended on a Wellington eco-sanctuary, but it's not to prevent an invasion, pests or otherwise. Instead, they are conducting a survey of the Zealandia lake, which is good practice for… Audio
Owner illegally takes dogs into Tongariro National Park
The woman has been fined $400 after posting photos of her dogs at the National Park on social media.
Project Tongariro and Greening Taupo Day
This week for Our Changing World, we're doing things a little differently and we catch up with Claire Concannon in person! Claire has been out and about in the central North Island learning about a… Audio
Wastewater overflows into Wellington River
Residents are being asked to keep away from the water until further notice.
How noisy, bright city nights disrupt and change birdsong
Analysis: Birds, just like humans, also suffer when their sleep is disturbed.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 6 August 2025
In today's episode, an overhaul of the rules will allow greater catch limits when fish are abundant and stop on-board camera footage from being made public; Unemployment is tipped to reach a nine-year… Audio
Introducing: Voice of the Iceberg
Artist Joseph Michael and his team record the characters and sounds of icebergs in Antarctica as he prepares for a major art installation. Audio
Auckland environmentalist wins berm battle
A long time Auckland environmentalist won the battle to protect a bunch of berms he has planted in an urban style jungle over decades. But plants on another grass verge will be removed by Auckland… Audio
Mt Messenger land exchange springboard for forest restoration programme
Acquiring land for the Mt Messenger bypass in Taranaki has not been plain sailing, but it's given one Taranaki iwi the chance to restore a rare tract of lowland coastal forest. Taranaki Whanganui… Audio
Our Changing World: 40 years of Project Tongariro
Four decades after being established as a living memorial in response to a tragedy, this community conservation group is focused on the future.
