Australian mining company reapplies for consent to start
TiGa contends it will earn the West Coast millions but have only a light environmental impact.
Tech from wine industry adapted to save lives
Kiwi researchers are developing a device they hope will prevent deaths from surgical complications.Technology from the wine…
Good weather, good turn-out for 125th Mackenzie A&P Highland Show
The Mackenzie A&P Highland Show, considered the largest one-day event of its type in New Zealand, was blessed with good weather and a good turn-out.
Winter is coming?
New Zealanders experienced a sudden drop in temperatures at the end of March, and according to Niwa meteorologist Chris Brandolino, this could be a sign of things to come. Brandolino predicts that the recent cold spell could serve as a precursor to a colder than average winter, as the country enters into an El Niño […]
Showing respect to retired dairy cows – a restaurant’s approach
An Auckland restaurant is showcasing a project to make use of meat from retired dairy cows that has traditionally only been thought suitable for low-value items like hamburger patties.
1080 drops planned for Mt Messenger for pest control
Mt Messenger bypass contractors are planning a series of 1080 drops as they forge ahead with the project’s pest control programme.
Waikato businesses scoop medals at NZ food awards
Honey, coconut yoghurt, gluten-free bread and mussels from the Waikato were among the winners.
Active weather to start the week
While high pressure reigned across New Zealand over the weekend, bringing plenty of sun, the beginning of this week sees…
Fishing industry ignores Russian sanctions
Despite New Zealand implementing sanctions on Russia over the war in Ukraine – the fishing industry continues to bring in Russian crews. Figures from Immigration New Zealand show last year, 306 Critical Purpose visas were approved for Russian nationals who travelled here and identified as fishing crew. One of the companies which employs them is […]