New ZealandMōrere Hot Springs to reopen next week after being shut for two monthsThe tourist attraction has been closed for critical infrastructure repairs.20 May 05:03 AM
TravelMore than 1000 flood to DoC camp website to book as new system launches Spots at Tōtaranui, Momorangi and Anaura Bay open tomorrow at 9.30am.20 May 12:11 AM
New ZealandWatch: Kiwi released on Waiheke Island for first timeWaiheke Island is the first urban area in Auckland where kiwi have been released.17 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandSave the Kiwi!' 10 Kiwi bird released onto Waiheke Island10 kiwi were transferred from neighbouring Pōnui Island to Te Matuku Peninsula at the eastern end of Te Motu-ārai-roa/Waiheke Island. Video / NZ HeraldWatch17 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismGlimmer of hope for Chateau Tongariro restoration as former lessee accounts for $5m provision A door may be opening at the Chateau: Hope for repair funds and operator interest.16 May 01:00 AM
New ZealandTramper made himself comfortable, set off beacon before dying of fall injuriesHe wandered on to a steep and slippery slope from which he probably fell, says inquest.15 May 06:00 AM
New ZealandIs the South Island still free of 'pond weed' hornwort?Hornwort is considered the worst submerged weed in New Zealand.13 May 10:41 PM
New ZealandAnother protected bird euthanised after found with injuryRecently, Auckland Zoo put down an Antipodean albatross. Now another bird was put down.13 May 01:28 AM
TravelHow to not miss out on booking a popular NZ Great WalkPopular huts book out fast. Here's how not to miss out when bookings open this week.12 May 10:00 PM
New ZealandWhale reported tangled in fishing gear at Tasman BayProject Jonah said the Department of Conservation was trying to locate the whale.11 May 12:23 AM
New Zealand'Bittersweet': Pike River widow on permanent memorial plansDoC is working with families of the victims on the memorial.07 May 05:00 PM
LifestyleTaupō family of six complete 3048km Te Araroa trail in 218 daysKids as young as six finished the trail with the whole family.07 May 12:07 AM
New ZealandThird venomous snake washes up: How storms are driving sea snakes to NZ shoresThe snake was dead when it was discovered.06 May 11:12 PM
New ZealandWeka ride: Hitchhiking bird's unexpected journey sparks DoC reminderA weka hitched a 300km ride to Christchurch in a ute.05 May 08:37 AM
New Zealand'Significant milestone': Kākāpō boom in WaikatoIt's been the first time in more than a century that the sound has been heard in Waikato.01 May 05:46 AM
New ZealandVenomous sea snake found on South Island, second NZ discovery in a weekThe Department of Conservation said the snake likely arrived due to recent weather events.30 Apr 08:57 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNew Tourism Minister on more international visitors - and who pays for infrastructureUpston has announced $60m in tourism initiatives, but none are additional investments.27 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandVenomous sea snake killed after dog attack at Auckland beachThe snake was likely blown ashore by strong winds and needing rest.27 Apr 02:22 AM
Environment'Stay away': Venomous sea snake found alive at Ōmaha BeachDoC advises people and dogs to avoid the southern end of the beach.26 Apr 11:32 PM
New Zealand'Great white': Diver survives shark attack in Dusky SoundThe diver and his dive buddy say the shark involved was a great white.26 Apr 03:17 AM
New ZealandFamily rescued in near-freezing conditions on Mt Taranaki'The family had changed their plans without informing anyone.'24 Apr 03:37 AM
New Zealand'Could've caught them out': Cyclone's potential impact on dolphinsThree dolphins died after three different strandings in Whangārei over Easter.22 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandProbe begins into second alleged Auckland swan death on same day as Western Springs attackThe penalty for killing protected wildlife is up to two years in jail or a $100,000 fine.17 Apr 04:59 AM
New ZealandMissing possum trapper in South Island found Food and gear left at Cedar Hut had remained untouched since March 30.16 Apr 12:03 AM
New Zealand‘Obscene’ amount of poo on popular Southland hiking track prompts potential dog ban'They return covered head to toe in dog excrement'. 15 Apr 04:27 AM
New Zealand'I think they’re pretty cute': Rare Gollum fish a precious findThe large-eyed fish is named after the Lord of the Rings character.14 Apr 11:57 PM
New Zealand‘Time is running out’: Urgent plea to save Kaimanawa horses from cullMore than 250 Kaimanawa horses need homes to avoid being culled.10 Apr 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Life in all places’: Showing Bay's thriving underwater world to a new generationThe 'middle of nowhere' turns into the middle of everywhere - just dip your head under.04 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandDaylight kiwi fight caught on video reveals rare territorial clashTwo kiwi birds fought in daylight, revealing territorial behaviour.03 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandHot water issues causes another weeks-long closure of Mōrere Hot SpringsThe natural saltwater hot springs had only reopened three months earlier after two years.31 Mar 03:00 AM
Markets with MadisonWhy a Canadian gold mining company wants to invest $1b in WaihīIs its investment dependent on fast-track approval? 30 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandLife on the edge of NZ’s highest peak: Inside the Aoraki/Mt Cook rescue team The Herald joined the highly-trained group on a hair-raising training mission. 28 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsWildlife Act changes coming after court ruled Mt Messenger permit unlawfulMinister says changes will be targeted and narrow.27 Mar 09:11 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Northland’s most costly fires in the past three yearsThe Whangārei Heads fire burned for more than a week - now the cost has been revealed.24 Mar 04:00 PM
