Beetle-borne fungi pose biosecurity risk to forests and orchards
While most of these fungi are common plant associates, the team has detected species with the potential to…
Use by v Best before: Key to knowing how to cut your household food waste
“We should definitely follow our use-by dates because they are about food safety,” she said. “But best before,…
Air NZ chief on whether regional airline links can be saved
As the office of Regional Development Minister Shane Jones pointed out a few hours before the ceremony, $465,000…
Baby Lewis search suspended as South Australia police slam rumours
“There were a group of seven water operations members that came down last Thursday,” Superintendent Trent Cox told…
Auckland 1st XV rugby final: Auckland Grammar v Kelston Boys’ High at Eden Park – ticket stand-off defused
Auckland Grammar fans celebrate during last weekend’s semi-final against St Kentigern. Photo / Photosport Grammar is appearing in…
Inside Economics: Is Auckland simply too big for New Zealand’s economy?
I have been interested in the persistent “hidden” recession in Auckland and Wellington. While there are some numbers…
Ten years on: The Havelock North water crisis that changed NZ’s complacency about its drinking water safety
Havelock North’s water supply had been contaminated with campylobacter after sheep faeces entered it through a bore on…
New Zealand’s retirement debate misses the bigger picture – Greg Smith
That is why one of the most interesting aspects of the Prosperity Agenda recently released by the Financial…
Election 2026: National MPs set to decide Christopher Luxon’s leadership in caucus meeting
Luxon said it was his “firm belief that division and disunity are a major distraction only 90 days…
On the Up: Teen squash star Yusra Rashid aiming high after national success
Her breakthrough run began with victory at the B Grade National Championships in Tauranga, before she backed it…
Wairarapa Police issue farm machinery safety appeal after four deaths in six months
”We are strongly urging all farm owners, managers, and operators to review their safety vehicle protocols, particularly when…
Veolia worker Rob Dignum wins ERA case after ‘downgraded’ ute ruled unfair
But the ute was “downgraded” following the crash and the replacement was no longer suitable for family life.…