Hamilton Zoo tiger cub names reflect connection to Sumatra
The names of the tiger cubs reflect a connection to wild Sumatra counterparts.
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Concerns raised over $1 million Coromandel fishing contest
Event organisers and fisheries officials happy with fish population and methods.
British photography awards highlight threats to environment, even from football
The British Wildlife Photography Award Winners for 2024 have been announced.
Waikato initiatives stand out as Biosecurity Award finalists
The finalists have all contributed significantly to safeguarding the biosecurity of NZ.
Public sector stress: Inside the 'unsettling' efforts to cut costs at govt departments
Just how deep will the cuts go in the race to cut spending?
'We can make a difference': New face at Tarapuruhi Bushy Park
'We want the public to find the love and drive to care for our natural world.'
Will new ministers push back over 'incoherent' $16.5m plan to stop Milford Sound over-tourism?
Tourism Minister says some of the Milford Opportunities Project plans are 'incoherent'.
Explained: The bigger picture behind the Port Hills fire
With most of summer over, NZ is only beginning to get its most dangerous fire conditions.
And then there were four: Another kākāpō removed from sanctuary
More than half the kākāpō in the mainland sanctuary trial have now been sent home.
The place where wetlands are increasing, not decreasing
The project has created 10ha of wetland and preserved a remnant native forest.
How travelling to Southeast Asia will educate your kids better than any classroom
Foster respect for different cultures, wildlife conservation and ethical travel choices.
'The smell of an oily rag': Possible funding boost for 'icon' park
“Regulation and rules alone will not and cannot halt the decline".
Excitement over possible sighting of elusive songbird
The South Island kōkako was believed to be extinct for decades.
Why Wellington’s Zealandia deserves the top spot in New Zealand Tourism Awards
You may go your whole life not seeing a takahē in the wild — unless you visit Zealandia.
The small but mighty battle it out in NZ Bug of the Year
Contestants need a hard outer shell to make it in this competition.
Rare penguin swims from Antarctica to South Island
A penguin is getting fattened up after travelling thousands of kilometres to Aotearoa.
Letters: Questions about our marine environment - and New Zealand art
OPINION: "Issues need to be resolved - not just for snapper anglers but the whole planet."
Granddaughter of late Sir James Hēnare says serving Māori community 'a privilege'
Rowena Tana, 63, has received a QSM for services to the Māori community.
Machu Picchu open to additional 700 a day after year of protests
The raising of the cap on visitors has received mixed reactions from tour operators.
Hamilton gets a little greener with completion of Mangaonua Gully project
New green space completed ahead of schedule.
High Court condemns destruction of Te Urewera huts
A total of 29 huts were burned down at the direction of Te Uru Taumatua.
'Climate extremists': Greenpeace lashes out at Govt's climate policies
But Climate Change Minister Simon Watts says NZ is committed to phasing out fossil fuels.
'I didn't care how long it took': Logging boss turns kiwi enthusiast
There were no deaths of the national bird during a delicate pine harvest.
Assaults, abductions and abandonments: On the front line at NZ's largest wild bird hospital
"He was absolutely beautiful. We all loved him. He died after three or four nights.”
Iwi leaders present the Hinemoana Halo initiative at Cop28
Pacific contingent presents whale initiative at climate change forum.
Crate Day punters anger activists by breaking endangered birds’ eggs
'About 150' 4WDs sped over a riverbed, which threw stones up that broke tarapiroe eggs.
Audrey Young on Luxon's first Cabinet - the good, the bad and the unfair
OPINION: Cabinet positions suggests National well and truly in charge.
Plan seeks to convert boat ramp to pedestrian access only
Boat ramp has "specific issues" associated with it.
Mike Hosking: Don’t expect too much from Cop28
OPINION: Like it or not, and Cop will not like it one bit, but the world needs oil.
'Disaster': Calls for Great Barrier to be off limits for boaties this summer
Experts warn we're on the brink of an environmental disaster for New Zealand.
Editorial: Rigged election ruffled some feathers, but still an excellent outcome
OPINION: Our editorial on John Oliver's campaign hijack and its helpful publicity.
Wellington cycleway developers warned after deaths of little blue penguins
DoC has issued a formal warning over deaths amid Wellington-Petone cycleway work.