Environment • Aotearoa New ZealandMan missing after car swept away in flooded river north of AucklandPolice have paused their search for a man missing after his vehicle was washed into the Mahurangi River north of Auckland on Wednesday.PMN NewsThu, 22 Jan
EnvironmentLocal group protests to protect Auckland's rockpools from visitorsThe Whangaparāoa coastline’s beaches, in the north of Auckland, have long been popular for beachgoers, but also gatherers who harvest shellfish.Torika TokalauWed, 21 Jan
EnvironmentHigh Seas Treaty enters into force as Pacific nations hailed for global ocean leadershipThe landmark agreement now gives the world a legal framework to protect marine biodiversity in international waters.Khalia StrongMon, 19 Jan
Environment • Aotearoa New ZealandNZ on high alert as extreme heat raises early wildfire fearsEmergency services tighten fire restrictions as a powerful summer heatwave dries out vegetation, raises wildfire danger, and disrupts travel.PMN NewsSat, 17 Jan
EnvironmentStorms batter North Island as Auckland homes lose powerWild weather has hit parts of Aotearoa, cutting power and bringing heavy rain, thunderstorms, and even reports of tornadoes further south.PMN NewsFri, 16 Jan
Environment • Aotearoa New ZealandFire danger rises across New Zealand as hot and dry weather returnsPeople are urged to take extreme care this weekend as high temperatures, strong winds, and low humidity raise the risk of wildfires.PMN NewsThu, 08 Jan
EnvironmentFire ban imposed at top of Aotearoa as risk risesFrom midday Tuesday, all outdoor fires across the Far North are banned amid the dry conditions.PMN NewsSun, 28 Dec
EnvironmentPacific youth lead charge on climate action post-COP30Young Pacific leaders are urging world leaders to listen to their voices and prioritise climate action for their communities, sharing lessons from COP30.Khalia StrongFri, 12 Dec
EnvironmentAustralia govt urged to redirect COP31 savings to Pacific countriesCanberra's decision to give up hosting next year’s climate conference has drawn criticism from Pacific leaders and environmental groups.PMN NewsTue, 02 Dec
EnvironmentPacific Garbage Patch creating 'ocean homes' and threatening marine life, scientists warnExperts say the massive area of floating plastic between California and Hawai'i is disrupting the ocean ecosystem and call for urgent action.Christine RovoiFri, 28 Nov
