New ZealandLocal Focus: Mysterious giant snails found in Tōtara Reserve Regional ParkCarnivorous Powelliphanta marchanti snails have been seen in Tōtara Reserve Regional Park.12 Jul 10:00 PM
TalanoaTravellers fined $600 each after returning with protected coral and shellsA holidaymaker has been fined after bringing back items for their bathroom.04 Jul 10:30 PM
New ZealandSea lion pup killed in hit-and-runThe pup was found on the Otago Peninsula with tyre marks on its body.29 Jun 12:33 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: The hidden gem with giantsWalking among ancient native giants in northern Manawatū.16 Jun 01:10 AM
New Zealand'Naivety not an excuse': Auckland boatie fined for illegal landingThe man's unauthorised landing on Whatupuke breached the Reserves Act.13 Jun 11:09 PM
New ZealandLittle blue penguins found dead: More than 100 dumped in NorthlandThe smell reportedly kept getting worse, causing neighbours to look for the source.11 Jun 07:59 AM
New ZealandTornado rips through home; risk of more as wild weather lashes NZ"It lasted 30 seconds but that 30 seconds was absolutely terrifying to say the least."11 Jun 06:08 AM
New ZealandKiwis wake to storms and snowfall as dreary winter weather hits most of NZWith severe wind and thunderstorm watches in place, DoC warns it's safer to stay put.10 Jun 09:30 PM
EnvironmentArt auction to raise funds for Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari kākāpōMediums include photography, paintings, ceramics, sculpture and a contemporary tukutuku.04 Jun 06:20 PM
TravelWhat are the 4 types of outdoor fun?The Queen's Birthday Weekend is the most dangerous time to be outdoors say MSC.02 Jun 10:42 PM
TravelCave closed to protect New Zealand's weirdest spiderThe eight-legged cave dweller and its odd eggs are under threat.31 May 10:23 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLivia Esterhazy: Cameras on fishing vessels better for everyoneOPINION: Cameras are the vital step towards a fully transparent seafood supply chain.29 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandButchered great white shark upsets Northland iwi and DoCKaipara iwi and DoC say the juvenile great white shark was butchered on a beach.25 May 07:41 PM
New ZealandBudget 2022: Millions for RMA overhaul, biodiversity planAside from Govt's big climate spend, Budget 2022 comes with some other green bonuses.19 May 04:20 AM
TravelKākāpō stars in game to save 'weird' endangered speciesNew Zealand's bird has been given star treatment.19 May 02:15 AM
TravelGhost towns of New Zealand: Forgotten SouthNew Zealand has plenty of wild west coast and ghost-town tales of its own.10 May 04:46 PM
New ZealandWithout a plan, New Zealand risks a biodiversity extinction crisisNature in NZ is in trouble, with many species and habitats at risk of disappearing.09 May 08:33 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Out of hand' cat colony prompts calls for foster support'We need people to foster them otherwise their fate isn't going to be good'08 May 12:59 AM
EnvironmentŌhaupō sanctuary now safe haven for rescued skinksSkinks rescued from a Te Awamutu development site released into pest-free Rotopiko reserve06 May 07:20 PM
TravelDoC may improve Great Walks booking system after record sell-outBookings for the Milford Track sold out in three minutes.06 May 01:35 AM
KahuBushy Park Tarapuruhi welcomes new feathered residentsThe ancient species used to live there in the hundreds, and is only found in New Zealand.05 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCommoditiesDetails revealed of mining company's tunnels under conservation landOceanaGold is relying on mining under conservation land between Waihi and Whangamata.04 May 05:00 PM
TravelDoC bunk breakdown shows Aussies back on tracksOne in five bunks booked by overseas visitors as Milford sells out in record time04 May 02:36 AM
TravelMilford Great Walk books out as Australian tourists returnIt's the quick and the dead on booking day for Fiordland's premiere tramping route.02 May 09:43 PM
TravelBooked-out bunks, bots and other Great Walk booking myths, bustedMany disgruntled walkers want to get to the bottom of what's happening.01 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandLeopard seal Owha recovering after fishing gear removed from mouthAn arborist's tool was needed to removed the snared line.30 Apr 08:09 AM
New ZealandThe streets have eyes worth millions - but does that make them safer?There are more than 10,000 CCTV cameras surveilling public outdoor spaces in New Zealand.28 Apr 10:06 PM
EnvironmentWetland expert wins Loder Cup conservation awardConservation Minister Kiri Allan presented Beverley Clarkson with the award in Hamilton.28 Apr 07:20 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExpectations 'too high' in co-governance storyMinister frustrated as co-governance debate turns to Conservation.28 Apr 05:00 PM
LifestyleCat-astrophe averted: Moggy mariner's epic tale of survivalLuchs the Bengal cat plunged into the sea on a stormy night - and lived to miaow about it.27 Apr 11:50 PM
TravelKiwis over the outdoors? DoC visitors numbers drop20 per cent of Great Walk hikers hung up their boots this summer.27 Apr 10:34 PM
New ZealandLegal action against DoC over Waiheke Island little blue penguinsForest & Bird is concerned at the removal of large boulders where the kororā nest.26 Apr 07:34 PM
TravelHappy Birthday Great Walks: Minister's message as tramps turn 30The collection of 10 walks celebrate their 30th birthday when bunks go on sale next week.25 Apr 10:00 PM
New ZealandThe kiwi: What do we know about our national bird?Frank Film looks at what makes the bird so special, and so worth protecting.24 Apr 05:00 PM
