New ZealandThe small but mighty battle it out in NZ Bug of the YearContestants need a hard outer shell to make it in this competition.26 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandMahia shark warning issued after mass ‘whale’, dolphin strandingSeveral shark species feed on whales and dolphins, including their carcasses.26 Jan 03:29 AM
New ZealandFight for historic Ruapekapeka Pā battle grounds continuesMore hapū management is part of the action plan for the next three years.26 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandTourist death: DoC launch investigation after young girl fell from rock near viewing platformThe Department of Conservation will launch an internal investigation into the death.25 Jan 11:53 PM
New ZealandMore kākāpō exiled from Waikato sanctuaryThe birds arrived at Sanctuary Mountain in July and September last year.25 Jan 06:15 PM
Travel‘Whale poo’ discovery could make Whangaruru local $20,000 richerA chance beach discovery by a Northland local was nothing to sniff at.24 Jan 07:10 PM
CrimeInternational rugby player killed endangered NZ birds and boasted on Instagram'We f**kn love birds ay.'24 Jan 05:26 AM
TravelBlack, white and all over the runway: Penguin delays flights at Wellington AirportFlightlessness didn’t stop a penguin from storming the runway at Wellington.24 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandDoC wants a track to Cathedral Cove but no guaranteesA solution that is not resilient to climate change is not an option, DoC says.24 Jan 03:52 AM
New ZealandHundreds of protected birds take up residence in small North Island townThere are mixed feelings over the arrival of the 200-strong colony.23 Jan 10:22 PM
New ZealandRisky and closed but 'thousands' still walking to Cathedral CoveDoC has removed staff from the site because of public abuse.22 Jan 04:39 AM
New ZealandWatch: Mass stranding - desperate attempt to save whales at Hawke’s Bay beachLocals flocked to a beach in Mahia to try to save the stranded pilot whales.21 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandBooming sea lion population has surfers, golfers, motorists on high alertPregnant sea lions are moving further inland than usual to give birth.18 Jan 11:06 PM
New ZealandVideo of man holding struggling gull by neck prompts call for 'punishment''I'll break your neck,' the man says in the video as others can be heard laughing.12 Jan 11:23 PM
New ZealandNot 'a turkey': Tanker driver helps kākāpō dodge deathMotorist who saved a kākāpō from a Waikato highway initially thought it was a turkey.11 Jan 10:49 PM
New ZealandGovernment asked to fund new 3000ha protected bird areaZealandia founder Jim Lynch described the proposal as a 'super sanctuary'.04 Jan 08:24 PM
New Zealand'Doubled' capacity: Inside the new home of NZ's largest kiwi hatcheryThe first kiwi chick has already been born at the new facility.04 Jan 04:03 PM
New Zealand'Destructive': Napier bird colony threatened by vandalsResidents are being asked to report incidents to an emergency hotline.04 Jan 03:56 AM
New Zealand'Fish can't scream': Pregnant shark dragged to shore, cut open while still aliveGraphic video shows the shark being cut open and her live babies spilling out.03 Jan 01:09 AM
TravelMake tracks! Busiest walking trails this summer revealedWhich trails are expecting the most footfall this Summer?22 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandDon't share chips with gulls this summer, urges DoCSharing a hot chip with a gull might feel kind, but you're not helping them, says DoC.21 Dec 04:03 AM
New ZealandTūtira re-opens in time for Christmas - and the lake's good for a dip, tooAfter months of uncertainty, one of Hawke's Bay's most treasured assets is open.20 Dec 08:55 PM
New Zealand'It was our home': Former owners defend their treatment of Lake Hāwea StationNew owner Justine Ross had described the property as being rundown and neglected.20 Dec 12:48 AM
New ZealandKiwi makes unlikely bedfellow in Bay of IslandsThe iconic bird made itself at home in Northland.19 Dec 03:25 AM
New ZealandPublic feedback sought on bid to operate Tūroa skifieldThe Department of Conservation is seeking public feedback on Pure Tūroa's application.19 Dec 12:01 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Totally inappropriate’: $5100 of public money spent on retirement gifts for DoC bossSanson said he 'played no part' in approving or organising the gifts.15 Dec 02:47 AM
New ZealandBush sting: DOC rangers set up hidden camera after native bush cut downRangers are asking for help identifying a man caught peeking at the cameras.14 Dec 11:43 PM
KahuHigh Court condemns destruction of Te Urewera hutsA total of 29 huts were burned down at the direction of Te Uru Taumatua.14 Dec 06:43 PM
TravelNo room in the inn? Experts offer last-minute campsite tipsYou may not get your pick of pitches but here’s how to find somewhere to stay.14 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandShine Falls closed but nearby Bell Rock open for summerWhile one Hawke's Bay door closes - another opens for those wanting a scenic walk.13 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleAssaults, 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.”08 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandKākāpō sent to live on an island after 'parachute' escape attemptsThree birds have been sent back to a southern island after escape attempts.28 Nov 04:30 AM
New ZealandPlan seeks to convert boat ramp to pedestrian access onlyBoat ramp has "specific issues" associated with it.23 Nov 09:31 PM
New Zealand'Years in illegal captivity': Lizard enthusiast fined for keeping 60 reptilesRichard Brosnan's creatures were confiscated as he did not have a permit to keep them.23 Nov 05:00 AM
