PremiumPremiumCommoditiesPaper road fight: Court tosses mine vents consent but fast-track plan stands for Waihī OceanaGold says fast-track approval lets it move the vents on to DoC land.22 Apr 04:13 AM
New Zealand‘So far from the sea’: Seal takes a morning shuffle through TaradaleDoC has put up signs in the area and is monitoring for further seal sightings.20 Apr 12:55 AM
New Zealand'We take this discovery extremely seriously': Kauri dieback found in city parkIt is believed to be the first detection of kauri dieback in central Whangārei.17 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumProperty‘We are delighted’: Billionaire’s bid for Stony Batter lease moves ahead14 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandTramper killed by boulder tried to flee mountain's falling rocks after warning screams13 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandBirdie, eagle, takahē: Beloved golf course to be sanctuary for one of NZ's most endangered birds27 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandSanctuary kiwi boost Ruapehu, Tongariro, Wellington and Taranaki populations26 Mar 05:00 PM
Wellington'No more possums, rats, stoats': Govt announces plans for Wellington to become first predator-free city'People aren’t coming to New Zealand to see feral cats or possums,' Tama Potaka says.24 Mar 10:23 PM
PoliticsGovt department expects Cabinet to weigh up long-term, 60+ year lease for Chateau TongariroThe Government is asking for proposals from operators keen to do up the historic site.24 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandMangawhai sandspit breach ‘urgent reality’ within next 15 years: Community leaderThe spit has lost 420,000 tonnes of sand in just six years.23 Mar 10:18 PM
New Zealand'Big decision': Five groups apply to run Molesworth StationMolesworth Station, an iconic high country property, needs a new operator. 23 Mar 10:11 PM
New Zealand'Long overdue': Govt orders full review of dog control laws after fatal attackThe review will look at tougher penalties, desexing rules and council powers.23 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Outdated’: Govt launches review of dog control powers after fatal attacksCouncils say outdated dog laws leave them unable to prevent serious attacks.20 Mar 09:54 PM
PoliticsPreviously unseen documents show Chateau Tongariro needs millions in urgent repairs, plus quake workProposals to revive the hotel will start being evaluated from April. 19 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandGovt calls for bids to restore and run historic Chateau Tongariro'The Chateau is a landmark many New Zealanders have visited.'19 Mar 12:52 AM
AucklandCar wheel sparked $1m Tongariro fire, drone photos reveal destructionThe key to the recovery of the scorched Tongariro National Park is eliminating weeds.16 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandKauri tracks shut for nine months as kauri dieback protection work beginsThe upgrade will reopen the Four Sisters Walk, which has been closed since 2019.15 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandTeenage kea ‘gang’ tracked in record flock at Aoraki Mt CookLeg bands with tiny microchips, costing under $1 each, are scanned at 13 hut sites.13 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWho is responsible for maintenance of this neglected $70k sculpture?The 2011 work honours local voyaging traditions with its red, reed-like moving rods.11 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandKaimanawa horse muster to go ahead after funding uncertaintyDoC will now fully fund an April 'mega muster' in the Central Plateau.11 Mar 01:54 AM
New ZealandBuried history: CT scans uncover Waikato’s long historical record of big earthquakesAt least five major quakes, three around magnitude 7, shook the area.10 Mar 10:00 PM
New ZealandVideo of tourist allegedly 'harassing' seals at Kaikōura Peninsula sparks DoC probeDoC says disturbing seals is an offence under the Marine Mammals Act 1978.10 Mar 05:16 AM
New ZealandTongariro National Park fire damage: DoC and hapū begin recoveryTwo fires scorched more than 3000 hectares of fragile Tongariro National Park landscape. Video / Mike ScottWatch08 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandBig project, big questions: What you need to know about the Kaiwaikawe wind farm projectMercury says its $287m project can power 27,000 homes for about 30 years.07 Mar 03:00 AM
New Zealand'They are extraordinary': A Kiwi couple's $150m gift to NZ wildlifeThe $150m will be spent over 10 years in massive conservation projects across New Zealand.06 Mar 09:00 PM
Auckland'Toxic hazard': Carcass of rare whale being moved today, public warned of health riskThe local community has been thanked for its support and is now being asked to stay away.06 Mar 02:14 AM
AucklandUncertainty over Kaimanawa horse muster amid fears for future of herdKHH says 149 animals must be rehomed in 2026 or the herd could exceed 1000 in three years.05 Mar 02:18 AM
AucklandRare whale dies after being rescued from inner Auckland harbour stranding, found 18km awayTwo women spent the night in sleeping bags on rocks to be next to the dead whale. 04 Mar 11:58 PM
New ZealandNew animal rules: Tougher dog limits and new chook licence but cats untouchedDog owners face new leash requirements for pets and no-go areas in Tauranga.04 Mar 11:02 PM
ChristchurchGreat white shark scare: Fears of apex predator off Canterbury unfounded after tag washes ashoreTracker came off 2.8m female near Stewart Island and drifted hundreds of kilometres.04 Mar 10:00 PM
