As a geochemist studying New Zealand's freshwater systems, I've spent years tracking the subtle chemical shifts in our rivers ...

Today, four water suppliers drawing water from the Waikato River have returned arsenic results that meet New Zealand's drinking water standards. The water suppliers are Waipā District Council, ...

The trio want watercraft reinstated immediately - however, FENZ says this won't be happening.

A Northland leader is calling for the popular Kai Iwi lakes to be closed to boaties in the lead up to Christmas because of the threat of a highly invasive pest. The freshwater gold clam, which can ...

The lodge is set on 17 acres of wild-meets-manicured gardens, filled with birdsong and anchored by the mesmerizing Waikato River. Arriving guests are ushered straight to seats by the river and ...

Researchers first detected the presence of freshwater gold clam, (also known as the Asian clam) in the Waikato River near Lake Karapiro.Christel Yardley / Stuff An invasive freshwater clam discovered ...

Test results reveal drinking water in Waipā and Waikato District has slightly elevated arsenic levels - and Auckland's supply is back within safe levels. Auckland's Watercare and Hamilton City Council ...

Police have confirmed the body found in the Waikato River this morning is the 23-year-old reported missing on Saturday. Hepisipa Tupou tried to swim across the river near Jellicoe Drive in Hamilton on ...

Tainui and the Crown will jointly govern, restore and protect the Waikato River under the terms of a Treaty of Waitangi settlement enacted by Parliament today. The public galleries were packed with ...