Part One of a CORANZ Election Series: Fast-track consenting has re-emerged as a central feature of current policy direction, with proposals aimed at accelerating approvals for infrastructure and development projects. The stated objective is straightforward: reduce delays, streamline processes, and … Continue reading
A recent study has suggested that mosquitoes can learn to associate the smell of a common repellent with food. In laboratory conditions, some insects exposed repeatedly to the chemical began responding to it as a signal rather than a deterrent. … Continue reading
As the election approaches, attention will turn to policies affecting conservation, fisheries, access, and the wider use of public land and water. Proposals will vary, priorities will differ, and outcomes will shape how these resources are managed over time. CORANZ … Continue reading
Book review:”Flow Hive’s Bees and Beekeeping” by Cedar and Stuart Anderson, published by Murdoch Books, NZ distributor Allen and Unwin. Price $49.99. Reviewed by Tony Orman. This is one very good instruction book, ideal for amateur or expert beekeeper. Don’t … Continue reading
Opinion by Tony Orman More and more pines are being planted on highly productive beef and sheep farms for the dubious carbon farming theory. Marlborough once was renowned as a region of diversity of land production but that has been … Continue reading
In parts of the United States, wildlife disease is managed using a highly targeted approach. Aircraft distribute edible vaccine baits across rural landscapes, allowing animals such as raccoons to immunise themselves as they feed. The aim is not to eliminate … Continue reading
Opinion by Stewart Hydes I just cannot comprehend how the Department of Conservation (DOC) manages to convince successive governments to provide significant amounts of scarce taxpayer funding for what can only be described as landscape-scale ecocide , i.e. aerial … Continue reading
A substantial increase in funding for wilding pine control has brought renewed attention to the scale of the problem. Government support is set to more than double, reflecting concern about the spread of wilding conifers across large areas of the … Continue reading
by CORANZ researchers During the spring of 1963, US President John F. Kennedy quietly established a groundbreaking initiative that brought together scientists, educators, and conservationists to protect America’s coastal waters and marine ecosystems decades before environmental protection became a mainstream … Continue reading
by Lewis Hore The bias against introduced wildlife species such as deer, trout, even possums and other creatures liberated by the first European settlers needs burying. There have been pleas in past years to ditch the doctrine. I recently chanced … Continue reading
by CORANZ researchers Doctor Graeme Caughley born in September 1937, was a New Zealander educated at Palmerston North Boys High School who became the number one as the leading ungulate ecologist and one of the top five vertebrate ecologists in … Continue reading
by CORANZ researchers In 1958 Dr William Graf, zoology professor San Jose college inn California came to New Zealand on behalf of the Hawaiian state government to look at New Zealand’s “deer problem” as the US state was considering liberating … Continue reading
A proposal to reroute part of the Tasman Great Taste Trail along a paper road has highlighted a familiar tension between public access and private land use. The route, following storm damage to an existing section, would pass through working … Continue reading
A series of recent announcements has brought environmental policy into sharper focus. A voluntary carbon market framework, changes to climate litigation, and a proposed overhaul of conservation management have all emerged within a short period. Each has been presented on … Continue reading
Editor’s note: In line with election year, CORANZ is bringing a strong flavour of political articles. These may be controversial and to some challengeable but we need healthy debate. Agree or disagree please place a comment. CORANZ welcomes your views.. … Continue reading
Guest post by Rex N Gibson Are we shrinking our trout and salmon? The fish on the left = 1930s. On the right (ex. Fishing Mag) from Rakaia 1970 = 40 lbs Fishermen are usually accused of exaggerating the size … Continue reading
Election years bring renewed attention to participation, but also highlight a consistent pattern: many people choose not to vote. The reasons vary - disengagement, frustration, or a belief that one vote makes little difference. That may seem reasonable at an … Continue reading
The first national stone skimming championships at Lake Hāwea drew a strong turnout, with competitors and spectators gathering for what is, at its core, a very simple activity. A flat stone, a calm surface, and a bit of technique are … Continue reading
by Tony Orman Some organisations have quickly realised to achieve recognition and implementation of their beliefs and ideals is best done by infiltrating and influencing. I read just today where in the coming election on November 7, 2026, former Federated … Continue reading
Election years bring renewed attention to participation, but also highlight a persistent trend: many people choose not to vote. The reasons vary - disengagement, dissatisfaction, or a sense that one vote makes little difference. That may feel reasonable at an … Continue reading
