Sustainability
New inflight biosecurity video takes off
A new inflight biosecurity video has been launched, marking the first update of the video which has been playing on international flights since 2019...
$75,000 fund to support woolshed best practice training
The Government says it is working with industry to support training initiatives to improve animal welfare outcomes in New Zealand woolsheds.
A new $75,000 fund...
Fisheries to step up pāua poaching patrols
Fisheries New Zealand has confirmed patrols will be stepped up over summer to help reduce the illegal gathering and illicit trade of pāua.
Oceans and...
Govt commits to grow new plant health and environment lab
The Government has committed to a major biosecurity investment to protect New Zealand’s primary industries.
Biosecurity Minister, Andrew Hoggard and Infrastructure Minister, Chris Bishop today...
Fishing reprieve for Northland spiny rock lobster
Northland’s rock lobster fishery will have a reprieve from fishing to help build stocks of spiny rock lobster, Oceans and Fisheries Minister, Shane Jones,...
Fast-tracked green light for Auckland quarry expansion
A second substantial Auckland quarry project has gained Fast-track approval to expand operations, Infrastructure Minister, Chris Bishop and Resources Minister, Shane Jones, have today...
Consent granted for Waihi North mining project
Major mining project, Waihi North, has gained consent to expand operations until 2043 through the Government's Fast-track process.
Infrastructure Minister, Chris Bishop said Oceana Gold’s...
New veterinary network to boost biosecurity
Biosecurity Minister, Andrew Hoggard says a new biosecurity veterinary network will strengthen New Zealand’s ability to respond to a significant animal disease outbreak such...
EOI opening date confirmed for $200m Gas Security Fund
Resources Minister, Shane Jones, has announced the $200 million Gas Security Fund will open on 12 January 2026 to expressions of interest to help...
Summer parking reminder for Mt Taranaki visitors
New Plymouth District Council says visitors planning a trip up the mountain this summer will need to plan ahead so they can enjoy their...
Waitomo council signs $10m waste management contract
Waitomo District Council has awarded its new Solid Waste Management Contract to Evolve Ventures Limited, a 100% New Zealand owned and operated company.
The 7-year...
New threat classification for ‘gentle giant’ manta ray
The elusive but always welcome gentle giant of the seas – te whai rahi the oceanic manta ray – has been assigned a threatened conservation status...
Auckland Council dumps fortnightly rubbish trial
Auckland Council has decided not to proceed with a proposed six-month trial of fortnightly kerbside rubbish collections in parts of Te Atatū Peninsula, Panmure...
Marlborough makes coastal management plan progress
Marlborough District Council says it has reached a significant milestone in environmental management with the recent approval by the Minister of Conservation of the...
Kermadec Arc mineral reservation renewed
A reservation over the Kermadec Arc north of New Zealand will remain in place for a further two years, continuing restrictions on mineral permitting...
