PM says it would allow the Govt to upgrade its efforts to make NZ predator-free by 2050.

The wreck contains up to 2000 tonnes of oil which could devastate the Hauraki Gulf.

Satellite images have indicated the rocky slope below Murchison Hut is unstable

National says it wants tourists to pay for conservation in NZ, but not through a tax.

NZ has been left with no task force dedicated to stopping wildlife smuggling.

Double fees on Great Walks will give more money for conservation.

Where do political parties stand on conservation, biosecurity and genetic engineering?

What policies are parties proposing to manage and protect our natural resources?

A wallaby is reportedly being kept as a pet at a Hamilton residence.

Helicopters are being used to muster Kaikoura seals away from quake-repair zones.

Tourists are disturbing threatened bird species at a Rotorua geothermal attraction.

Call me old fashioned but I thought the regional council was meant to look after water.

The Marlborough green gecko has lived at the Fiordland visitor centre for 30 years.

Staff distressed at theft of gecko that has lived at visitor centre for more than 30 years

A shoot for Mission: Impossible 6 in Queenstown is being investigated after a complaint.

The great walk will be open to mountain bikers all year.

Motukorea Browns Island latest Auckland Regional Park.

Tiritiri Matangi Island ferry sailing cancelled due to stormy weather.

Conservationists have won a major victory in the Supreme Court. But Govt isn't happy.

Hawke's Bay DoC is stamping down on damage on its land after a series of incidents.

The protected conservation land must be flooded for the irrigation project to go ahead.

Green groups say a sea lion rescue plan fails to address threats by commercial fishing.

Beachgoers are being reminded to keep their distance from wildlife.

A dead Hector's dolphin was found on the West Coast earlier this year.

Local group hailed for "punching above their weight" in fight against Ruataniwha dam.

Kiwis are getting hit by cars, with drivers thinking it's a possum.

DoC staff are happy to "play God" with pests - but not with our cherished native species.

Colder temperatures may mean myrtle rust might not survive long if it reaches Wellington.

More than 11,000 hours of staff time went into putting out the devastating fires.

Scientists launch a $1.4 million project to help combat deadly fungal disease.