EnvironmentGraffiti clean-up at new Auckland playground costs $22kSince opening, Hayman Park playground in South Auckland has racked up $141,830 in repairs and maintenance, and $22,000 in graffiti removal.Mary AfemataWed, 20 Nov
Environment • SāmoaHMNZS Manawanui: Sāmoa's first responders honouredA report on the ship's sinking has been received by NZ's Defence Force as it closes in on removing fuel from the stricken naval vessel. Christine RovoiMon, 18 Nov
Environment • TongaCOP29 finance must deliver - Tonga PM Hu'akavameiliku Siaosi Sovaleni says climate change is an existential threat to Pacific people, their homes, and livelihoods.Christine RovoiWed, 13 Nov
EnvironmentCOP29: Pacific expert wants action through largest climate adaptation studySteven Ratuva says it is essential to weave people’s voices and community narratives with scientific evidence to build a complete picture of the unique challenges and solutions the region faces.Sariah MagaoaTue, 12 Nov
EnvironmentCOP29: WHO Pacific chief sends strong message to the worldDr Saia Ma'u Piukala warns climate change presents a fundamental threat to human health.Christine RovoiMon, 11 Nov
EnvironmentPacific could learn from the Caribbean ahead of COP29 - expertRacquel Moses, head of the Caribbean Climate-Smart Accelerator, says a unified Pacific could go from ‘vulnerable bystander to climate innovator’.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 08 Nov
Environment • SāmoaHMNZS Manawanui: Fuel extraction key in cleanup operationFuel extraction equipment is expected to arrive in two and a half weeks, after the navy vessel ran aground and sunk in Sāmoa, along with warnings time is of the essence.Khalia StrongThu, 07 Nov
EnvironmentMāngere flood protection work will reduce ‘huge risk to life’Government has approved Auckland Council’s request to fast-track two flood resilience projects to reduce future community risk.Mary AfemataTue, 05 Nov
Environment • SāmoaCHOGM Ocean Declaration a ‘little underwhelming’ Dr Sione Tekiteki, of Auckland University of Technology, says while there are positives in the document signed by Commonwealth leaders, a lot is lacking within the text.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 01 Nov
EnvironmentComplex realities of Pacific climate financeAs COP29 approaches, James Ellsmoor calls for tangible, meaningful support for vulnerable island communities over eye-catching mitigation strategies.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 01 Nov
