Hamilton hosts 'Greatest Show on Earth'
9 Nov 2015
University of Waikato academics, a climate scientist and a former Green Party co-leader will take part in a panel discussion as part of The Greatest Climate Show on Earth in Hamilton tomorrow.
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New resource management bill an 'unprecedented power grab' by ministers
Today 12:00pm
Media release – Environmental Defence Society | The changes proposed in the Amendment Paper represent an "egregious aggregation of power" by Minister Bishop, aimed at disempowering councils who protect the environment.
Govt moves to strip protections for water quality
Today 12:00pm
Media release | The Environmental Law Initiative says last-minute Government amendments would gut core protections for New Zealand’s rivers, lakes, and streams.
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Fourth warmest July on record
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Taking NZ biodiversity to the world
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Media release – Christchurch Airport | Construction of one of New Zealand’s largest solar projects has reached a major milestone, with the installation of the first row of solar panels – known in the industry as the ‘Golden Row’ – now complete at Kōwhai Park solar farm.
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Media release - Queenstown Lakes District Council | Queenstown Lakes District Council has adopted its third Climate and Biodiversity Plan, setting a clear and ambitious roadmap to reduce emissions, protect biodiversity, and strengthen community resilience across the district.
