Environment

seabird

Search unmasks seabird

Canterbury University academics have found a seabird thought to have been extinct since the 18th century.

More cities sign on for Earth Hour

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An extra 36 New Zealand cities, towns and regional bodies will join Earth Hour next month as the push to switch off gathers momentum.

Concert in Square before Earth Hour

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Christchurch will build up to Earth Hour next month with an Unplugged concert in Cathedral Square.

The big picture

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The message to think global and act local has been central to environmental groups for several decades, but is increasingly gaining more mainstream acceptance, writes The Press in an editorial.

Earth Hour pledges grow

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Earth Hour continues to grow, with at least 16 cities around the world now pledging to switch off their lights on March 29 and others negotiating to join in.

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