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To help save NZ’s native species, we must move past the extinction blame game

10 March 2026

Debates over responsibility for past species loss generate heat but little light. Moving forward requires context, evidence and Indigenous knowledge.

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What is the ‘acid rain’ in the wake of US bombings in Iran? An atmospheric scientist explains
	10 Mar: This rain would include acids but also likely many other pollutants harmful to humans and the environment. It may be worse than the term ‘acid rain’ conveys.... more

The clean-up's complete after a Navy ship spilled up to 300 litres of oil in Akaroa Harbour
	10 Mar: The clean-up's complete after a Navy ship spilled up to 300 litres of oil in Akaroa Harbour... more

Mussel farmers are warning plans to discharge partially treated sewage into the ocean, to deal with Christchurch's Bromley stink, could wipe out aqua culture
	10 Mar: Mussel farmers are warning plans to discharge partially treated sewage into the ocean, to deal with Christchurch's Bromley stink, could wipe out aqua culture... more

'Crisis averted' is the message from Environment Canterbury, as it works to contain an oil spill in Akaroa Harbour
	9 Mar: 'Crisis averted' is the message from Environment Canterbury, as it works to contain an oil spill in Akaroa Harbour... more

A weather front's drenching parts of the South Island until tonight, and bringing temperatures down for Southerners
	8 Mar: A weather front's drenching parts of the South Island until tonight, and bringing temperatures down for Southerners... more

A call for Northlanders to help reduce the spread of moth plant
	8 Mar: A call for Northlanders to help reduce the spread of moth plant... more

Evacuations in Australia's Northern Territories for a second time within weeks as water levels rise
	7 Mar: Evacuations in Australia's Northern Territories for a second time within weeks as water levels rise... more

Hurricanes coach Clark Laidlaw's given their Super Rugby road trip a pass mark following their 59-19 thumping of the Waratahs in Sydney
	7 Mar: Hurricanes coach Clark Laidlaw's given their Super Rugby road trip a pass mark following their 59-19 thumping of the Waratahs in Sydney... more

Thousands of people are taking part in the country's largest surf-lifesaving competition in Ohope Beach in Bay of Plenty this weekend
	7 Mar: Thousands of people are taking part in the country's largest surf-lifesaving competition in Ohope Beach in Bay of Plenty this weekend... more

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Most Popular Recent Environment News

09 Feb: A major blaze at a Taupo high school's been brought under control ++++++++++++++++++++++++++

13 Feb: Police are advising motorists in the Waikato area, including Te Awamutu, Otorohanga, and Waipa Districts, to stay off the roads this evening due to heavy rainfall and flooding +++++++++++++++++++++

18 Feb: Dozens of Canterbury kids spent a night hunkering down in Banks Peninsula - which was cut off by yesterday's torrential rain ++++++++++++++++

17 Feb: Thousands of Wellingtonians could be without power until Wednesday ++++++++++++++++

13 Feb: Winter Olympics 2026: Breezy Johnson gets engaged at the Games, Snoop Dogg shows plenty of support — quick hits from day six ++++++++++++++++

13 Feb: Evacuations and power outages - as strong weather traverses the North Island, with weather watches for most parts +++++++++++++++

14 Feb: A state of emergency has been declared for the Otorohanga District in the Waikato - which has been inundated with widespread flooding and slips overnight +++++++++++++++

Environment NewsLinks

8 Mar: Stop annoying ads on nine devices for a one-time $11—through today only (PC World)

8 Mar: Navy vessel anchored in akaroa harbour spills up to 300 litres of oil (Stuff.co.nz)

6 Mar: Windows 10 esu update fixes critical bug with recovery and restore (PC World)

5 Mar: Nz spy agency providing iran war threat intelligence (RadioNZ)

5 Mar: Openai’s ai coding app finally comes to windows (PC World)

3 Mar: What clues reveal about a possible windows 12 (PC World)

3 Mar: Why your ai videos look distorted—and 5 fixes that actually work (PC World)

1 Mar: Samsung unveils all new galaxy buds4 series (GeekZone)

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Zac Lomax's first Super Rugby outing could be against the Chiefs in a fortnight and he's sought the counsel of one of their greats in switching between codes More...

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Today's News

Netball:
Janine Southby is after assurances from Netball New Zealand - seven-and-a-half years after being squeezed out of the Silver Ferns coaching job 17:57

Rugby League:
Zac Lomax's first Super Rugby outing could be against the Chiefs in a fortnight and he's sought the counsel of one of their greats in switching between codes 17:47

International:
War in the Middle East: Police escort Iranian women's football team to airport amid protests 17:37

Entertainment:
Nicola Peltz Beckham has thanked the friends who came to husband Brooklyn Beckham's "special" birthday celebrations amid his feud with his family 17:36

Law and Order:
Auckland Police are asking for any information on 10-year-old Neriah - who's been reported missing from Otahuhu, last seen on Church Street about 7.30 yesterday morning 17:27

Health & Safety:
A research doctor thinks male contraceptives will increase individual responsibility 17:07

Entertainment:
Catherine, Princess of Wales' children "love their dancing" 17:06

National:
Second COVID inquiry: why being politically prepared for the next pandemic is crucial 16:37

Soccer:
Australia has granted some Iranian soccer players asylum – but 2 questions remain 16:27

Environment:
To help save NZ’s native species, we must move past the extinction blame game 16:17

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