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  •   Home > News >  Subscribe to NZCity's Environment articles  Environment
    Former Japanese prime minister Tomiichi Murayama, famous for WWII apology, dies aged 101
     17 October 2025
    Known for his landmark apology for Japan's World War II aggression and the phrases "deep remorse" and "heartfelt apology", Tomiichi Murayama has died at a hospital in Oita City.
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    The climate crisis is fuelling extreme fires across the planet
    17 Oct: It’s clear – climate change is supercharging the world’s wildfires in unpredictable and devastating ways.... more
    A number of highways in northern Taranaki will stay closed until tomorrow - while crews assess damage from Tuesday's heavy rain
    16 Oct: A number of highways in northern Taranaki will stay closed until tomorrow - while crews assess damage from Tuesday's heavy rain... more
    Cautious optimism New Zealand could once again be home to the now-extinct Moa, by the year 2035
    16 Oct: Cautious optimism New Zealand could once again be home to the now-extinct Moa, by the year 2035... more
    Fossil hand bones hint that ancient human relative Paranthropus made tools 1.5 million years ago
    16 Oct: The first set of ancient hand fossils from an ape-like cousin of humans discovered in Kenya suggest a number of species were capable of making tools 1.5 million years ago.... more
    Mooove over dairy and beef cows, for a new hybrid breed on the block
    15 Oct: Mooove over dairy and beef cows, for a new hybrid breed on the block... more
    Waikato's State Highway 30 - from Te Kuiti to Benneydale - is expected to open at 7pm - after being closed since yesterday's downpours
    15 Oct: Waikato's State Highway 30 - from Te Kuiti to Benneydale - is expected to open at 7pm - after being closed since yesterday's downpours... more
    Major roads are staying shut in northern Taranaki and Waikato today, after yesterday's downpours
    15 Oct: Major roads are staying shut in northern Taranaki and Waikato today, after yesterday's downpours... more
    A ‘lack of ambition’ over livestock emissions targets now threatens NZ’s reputation and trade
    14 Oct: The government’s weakened methane reduction target mirrors the approach promoted by industry lobby groups but rejected by the Climate Change Commission.... more
    Reform of NZ’s protected lands is overdue – but the public should decide about economic activities
    14 Oct: Changes to New Zealand’s conservation laws could delist up to 60% of protected areas. There are better ways to balance ecological values with economic gains.... more

     Most Popular Recent Environment News
     20 Sep: Severe weather warnings across central and southern New Zealand mean a rough start to the school holidays +++++++++++++++++
     22 Sep: Matt Denny finishes fourth in farcical discus competition at World Athletics Championships 2025 in Tokyo +++++++++++++++++
     27 Sep: A fire investigator will be at former Massey University's Albany campus in Auckland this morning, following a huge blaze last night +++++++++++++++
     30 Sep: A view the refocus of the quake-prone building standards is a positive step away from an all or nothing approach ++++++++++++++
     21 Sep: Strong winds have moved north from the South Island and crossed Cook Strait ++++++++++++++
     01 Oct: Powerful Philippines earthquake leaves at least 69 people dead +++++++++++++
     06 Oct: State Highway 90 north of Gore remains closed between Tapanui and Waikoikoi due to flooding +++++++++++

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      18 Oct: Laptop docking stations may evolve into ‘ai docks’ with video and apps (PC World)
      17 Oct: Rooney doubts rashford's 'inconsistent environment' claim (BBCWorld)
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      15 Oct: Red tractor ad banned for misleading environmental claims (BBCWorld)
      14 Oct: Silver ferns selector resigns, says taurua situation sends a ‘chilling message’ to every coach (Stuff.co.nz)
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     Today's News

    Rugby:
    It's down to the final four in rugby's NPC, as the weekend's action kicks off shortly under the roof in Dunedin 21:57

    Entertainment:
    Gwyneth Paltrow's group chats were "on fire" after she was pictured kissing Timothee Chalamet 21:47

    Politics:
    Former Japanese prime minister Tomiichi Murayama, famous for WWII apology, dies aged 101 21:27

    Entertainment:
    Kim Kardashian has been working on her "perfect" wedding gown for a potential fourth marriage 21:17

    Politics:
    Kaipara's new mayor has been named, following accusations of an unfair voting process 21:17

    Entertainment:
    Kevin Federline has claimed Britney Spears cheated on him with a female dancer 20:47

    Entertainment:
    Barbara Palvin will walk in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show with a broken foot 20:17

    Entertainment:
    Mark Ruffalo saved Woody Harrelson from a bar fight 19:47

    Entertainment:
    Katy Perry says becoming a mother is "the best decision" she has ever made in her life 19:17

    Cricket:
    Opening batter Devon Conway has been dropped from the Black Caps' playing XI for tomorrow night's first T20 against England in Christchurch 18:57

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