Maggie Barry
Plan for pest-free Auckland peninsula underway
Plans have been announced to make part of Auckland's Devonport Peninsula predator-free.
Conservation Minister considering law change
The Supreme Court has ruled the Ruataniwha dam project unlawful. The Minister of Conservation, Maggie Barry, says it's a very complex issue. She says she hasn't had any lobbying for this project to go… Audio
Government called arrogant for wanting to change the law
The Government says it will consider a law change following an unfavourable Supreme Court decision ruling an attempt at a land swap for Ruataniwha Dam is not legal. But opposition parties say the… Audio
Ruling most likely the end for Ruataniwha dam - Minister
A Supreme Court ruling that protected conservation land cannot be destroyed for the Ruataniwha Dam in Hawke's Bay probably spells the end of the controversial project, Maggie Barry says. Video, Audio
Govt told to improve endangered birds' genetic pools
According to the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment, 80% of the country's native bird population is in a bad way and say are even at risk of extinction. Scientists say eliminating… Audio
Maggie Barry says she's committed to saving NZ's native birds
The watchdog for the environment says New Zealand is at a tipping point, at risk of losing many of the country's native birds if action isn't taken immediately. Maggie Barry is the Conservation… Audio
RNZ gets extra $11m over four years in Budget
RNZ has received a funding boost following a nearly decade-long funding freeze. The state funded broadcaster will receive an additional $11.4m over the next four years. Audio
Government insists tourism funding boost will help environment
The Conservation Minister Maggie Barry says the new funding is welcomed. "That will attract more visitors, we will be able to earn more money from that and we will be able to invest more money in… Audio
Devastating plant disease found in NZ for first time
Myrtle rust, which is prevalent in eastern Australia and Tasmania, was discovered on Raoul Island in late March. It could devastate the feijoa and honey industries. Video, Audio
Maggie Barry: Opening time capsule 'took some doing'
A mysterious time capsule discovered during construction work on Bowen Campus has been opened today. Audio, Gallery
Bumper year for sea lions after 2 decades of decline
Ian Telfer is on Enderby Island, south of Bluff, where efforts to increase the sea lion population appear to be working. Audio
Aroha and Attacks: The House of Two Halves
Aroha from NZ’s newest MP, improved powers for wildlife officers, and more talk on housing. Audio
Ambitious plan to double kiwi numbers in the Rimutaka Forest Park
The Conservation Minister Maggie Barry wants there to be so many wild Kiwis in New Zealand that they become the pests - not the stoats. Audio
Govt commits $10m for Whanganui's Sarjeant Gallery
The Sarjeant Gallery - home to work by McCahon, Hotere, Goldie and Lindauer - will be given public funding for earthquake strengthening.
NZ aims to become predator-free by 2050
The Government has announced it wants to make New Zealand predator-free by 2050, investing $28m in a new joint venture company called Predator Free NZ Ltd. Video, Audio
No more free transport for many Auckland seniors
Half of Auckland's 180 thousand Supergold cardholders from today are without their access to free public transport after a change in government policy. We talk to Seniors Minister Maggie Barry. Audio
We’re in the money?
Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage Maggie Barry talks about the Culture and Heritage funding increases announced in last week's budget. We ask why did big name groups including the Royal New… Audio
Barry responds to criticism of DOC funding
The Green Party says the government is woefully underfunding the Department of Conservation leaving 142 species closer to extinction. Audio
Which flag should New Zealand choose? RNZ debates the choice
Voting packs are being sent out today to more than 3 million New Zealanders who are registered to vote in the final flag referendum. Audio