Christchurch‘He lived life to its fullest’: Family's tribute to climber killed on Fiordland peakConnor McKenzie, 28, died climbing Sabre Peak in remote Fiordland.18 Dec 04:23 AM
New Zealand'A tragic outcome': Aoraki climbers believed dead after ice avalanchePolice say evidence shows the pair were likely caught in a known icefall hazard zone.18 Dec 03:08 AM
PremiumTourismChateau Tongariro future brightens as Crown risk downgraded amid investor interestOfficials will brief Tama Potaka on a new request for proposals early next year.17 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Red haze of sparks as trailer without wheel drives along highway before Tongariro wildfire09 Dec 11:42 PM
New ZealandTongariro blaze grows to 322ha as fire crews brace for days of battleThe fire has grown to 322ha and is only about 25% contained.08 Dec 01:18 AM
New Zealand'It almost looked like a stingray': Parent plucks children from shallows after shark spotted at Auckland beachAbout 20 to 30 people scrambled from the water as shouts of 'Shark!' spread.07 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Can be deadly': Rogue Tongariro Crossing shuttle drivers face crackdown from DoCThe department has warned rule-breaking shuttle firms they're on their final warnings06 Dec 04:00 PM
CrimeInside gecko sting: Judge jails wildlife mule in bizarre black market bustAn overseas buyer was ready to pay $26,000 cash. He stood to resell them for much more.05 Dec 06:28 AM
CrimeSmuggler caught green-handed with rare native geckoA South Korean citizen was sentenced today in the Manukau District Court for purchasing and intending to export jewelled geckos/moko kākāriki, a protected native species.Watch05 Dec 05:04 AM
New ZealandCall to ban public from killer coast line after fishermen drown at notorious pointMore than 20 people have drowned at Papanui Point, prompting calls for the spot to close.02 Dec 07:00 PM
New Zealand'It's all in the details': Cat campaigner urges humane control of feral animalsFeral cats will now join possums, rats and stoats on the Predator Free 2050 list.27 Nov 10:30 PM
ChristchurchWatch: Remarkable moment pod of Hector's dolphins seen assisting mother and her calf The all-female pod was supporting and protecting the new mum and her calf.25 Nov 11:02 PM
Herald NOWNZ's Great walks open for the season: What you need to knowDOC Heritage and Visitors director Cat Wilson reveals all you need to know for tramping season.Watch24 Nov 08:16 PM
New ZealandHow new parking fees could change visits to Aoraki, Franz Josef and PunakaikiParking will cost $5 an hour, with a 20‑minute free period for short stops.22 Nov 02:20 AM
New Zealand'Environmental disaster': Farmers warn of pig and pine crisisFederated Farmers says land conversions to pine forests are fuelling a feral pig surge.21 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFeral cats added to Predator Free 2050 list in major policy shiftIt’s the first addition to the predator hit list since Predator Free 2050 began.20 Nov 04:31 AM
New ZealandFrom ashes to renewal: How Tongariro’s blackened slopes could heal themselvesThe fire scorched 3000ha, about 4% of Tongariro National Park.20 Nov 01:28 AM
Christchurch'I just love it': 94-year-old still helping keep Canterbury's walking tracks in shapeThe Mount Somers team now hopes weekend working bees will draw younger locals.17 Nov 04:10 AM
New Zealand'In this sadness, we find strength': Tongariro tracks reopen after fire'It won’t look quite like it did before... it's a sobering view.'16 Nov 10:03 PM
New ZealandPenguin squatters keep Coromandel couple awake through the nightDOC staff say the protected birds must be left alone until nesting ends.13 Nov 08:31 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyEndangered fairy tern stalls major solar development north of AucklandContact Energy says the appeal could delay the solar farm by up to a year.12 Nov 11:00 PM
New Zealand10-year Tongariro rāhui aims to heal fire-hit landscapeNgāti Hikairo ki Tongariro says the rāhui is about restoration, not closure.12 Nov 08:43 PM
New Zealand'Doesn’t mean the fire is out': Fire crews remain at Tongariro National Park'There may be patches of smouldering vegetation that would reignite very easily.'11 Nov 04:00 PM
LiveNew ZealandLive: ‘It doesn't mean it's not still burning underground’ - Tongariro fire size remains unchangedPolice checkpoints are present 24/7 in multiple locations.10 Nov 10:18 PM
New ZealandEcologist mourns loss after Tongariro blazeEcologist Nick Singers says the fire set reforestation back by a century.10 Nov 09:03 PM
New Zealand'Planning for all contingencies': Fire crews monitoring Tongariro hotspots after rain relief'We are very mindful that another change in the weather could alter the situation.'10 Nov 05:55 PM
New Zealand'Start of the restart': Wildlife centre welcomes rare kiwi chicks againThe chicks are the first hatched at the centre since before Covid.06 Nov 03:00 AM
