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Fishing industry calls for wider inquiry into impacts of erosion
Primary Sector

Fishing industry calls for wider inquiry into impacts of erosion

The majority of NZ fishermen in a survey reported having to change where they fished due to sedimentation, slash and other debris.

Jem Traylen 24 Apr 2023
National may have to change ETS legislation
Primary Sector

National may have to change ETS legislation

The party has promised not to put agriculture into the emissions trading scheme.

Rebecca Howard 21 Apr 2023
Renewable electricity move recognition of a global priority
Energy

Renewable electricity move recognition of a global priority

Contact's Mike Fuge says proposed changes recognise “that we have a problem”.

Ian Llewellyn 21 Apr 2023
Policy focus goes on renewable electricity
Energy

Policy focus goes on renewable electricity

Ministers say planning law no longer matches emissions targets.

Ian Llewellyn 20 Apr 2023