Behind New Zealand s clean, green image is a dirty truth
New Zealand s dramatic and pristine landscape has been a magnet for tourists and Hollywood directors. But the country is facing a growing pollution crisis. 17 March 2021
Fonterra
New Zealand s waterways are some of the most degraded in the developed world. Will the Ardern government clean it up or will Maori take control?
In New Zealand s Southern Alps, braided rivers radiate turquoise from the glacial flows coming off snow-capped mountains. Breathtaking vistas like these have provided the backdrop for Hollywood epics like Lord of the Rings and underpin one of the world s most recognised tourism campaigns, 100% Pure New Zealand .