Monthly Archives: November 2026

Compelling Reading on Kaimanawa’s Wild Horses

Book Review “Wild Horses of the Last Land” by Wayne Linklater, published by Massey University Press, price $50. Reviewed by Tony Orman. For decades the hundreds of wild horses living in the Kaimanawa Ranges in the Central North Island … Continue reading →

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Saving Seas from Fish Farming

From “Press” November 3, 2026 Abridged Made up of more than 40 small islands, the Guaitecas Archipelago is a gateway to Chile’s Patagonia region that is one of the world’s most remote places. Despite being a national reserve, it’s also … Continue reading →

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Oceanographer Speaks Out Against Commercial Krill Catch

Renowned oceanographer Sylvia Earle is calling for an end to krill fishing near Antarctica as officials from the US, China, Russia and 24 other governments have been negotiating a possible deal to dramatically expand fishing for the crustacean that’s a vital food … Continue reading →

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Political Parties Responses from Questionnaire Reveal Political Indifference to River and Water Quality

Press release Responses to questionnaire sent to political parties by the New Zealand Federation of Freshwater Anglers (NZFFA) indicates an air of indifference to environmental issues particularly around water quality, rivers and the public’s freshwater fisheries says the organisation. NZFFA executive … Continue reading →

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Fisheries Minister Jones Ignoring Advice on Saving Endangered Yellow-eyed Penguin

Press release:- Conservative Party Fisheries Minister Shane Jones decision to ignore his ministry officials advice on greater protection for the seriously endangered yellow-eyed penguins on the north Otago coast, raises serious questions says Conservative Party leader Helen Houghton.   Fisheries … Continue reading →

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