Environment

More rain forecast for week ahead after Cyclone Vaianu

By PJ Taylor On top of the large amount of rain Cyclone Vaianu has dumped on Auckland and the rest of the North Island over...

Cyclone Vaianu – be prepared, council warns

Following a warning issued this morning, Auckland Council is also ringing alarm bells about a bad storm on the horizon. Adam Maggs from Auckland Emergency...

Storm warning – is the Price right?

Severe weather is moving in and people should prepare, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) says. MetService Modelling shows Tropical Cyclone Vaianu, which is...

Rare falcon takes flight

A rare breed of falcon is breeding after years of uncertainty, and offers new hope for the species. A pair of kārearea (New Zealand Bush...

Goal continues to keep ranges free of kauri dieback

As Aucklanders head outdoors during Easter to enjoy the warm autumn days,visitors to the stunning Te Ngāherehere o Kohukohunui / Hūnua Ranges are being...

Many Aucklanders lack know-how in a disaster

A new report shows many Aucklanders are making assumptions about flood risk, potentially putting themselves at great risk. The Renting and Climate Change in Tamaki...

Doing our bit for the planet

When it comes to saving the planet, every little bit helps. Local social service organisation Community Networks Franklin believes small steps really do make a difference. That’s...

Feathered freeloader turns island shed into nursery

Auckland Council says a Kawau Island resident recently discovered they had an unexpected, feathered houseguest, and he wasn’t paying rent. Tucked into the corner of...

Hundreds of monarchs to take flight

If you missed out last year, now is your chance to witness hundreds of monarchs take flight in a spectacular release that returns to...

Franklin to host bat hui

Bats are set to take centre stage in Waiuku next month as Finding Franklin Bats prepares to host the National Pekapeka Hui. The native long-tailed...