New ZealandA British man imported a 123yo piano into NZ. And that's when trouble beganAn English immigrant was stunned to lose his 1895 piano because it had ivory keys.27 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandFormer minister defends Lauer property dealLauer land deal was a very good one for New Zealand, says former minister Mark Mitchell24 Jul 10:19 PM
New ZealandMatt Lauer feels 'easy mark' for NZ agenciesHunter Valley Station owner Matt Lauer says unfettered public access would remove control.24 Jul 06:43 AM
TourismTourist groups flex their muscles on taxThe $25 - $35 charge could cause problems unless it is well designed23 Jul 04:48 AM
New ZealandTranspower's massive power-poles opposedThe largest power poles proposed for Maungatapu will be 35 and 45 metres tall.18 Jul 05:11 PM
New ZealandExclusive five-star hotel for bugsSee the difference between a male and female wētā. Made with funding from NZ On Air.17 Jul 07:11 PM
New ZealandKauri sanctuary plan to save speciesAs many as 50,000 kauri could be planted on 45ha now covered in gorse and pine15 Jul 08:21 PM
New ZealandA look back on some of New Zealand's celebrity animalsAs we farewell the whale, we remember some of our favourite celebrity animals.12 Jul 08:28 AM
New ZealandThe whale or the fireworks - not bothWellington's first Matariki fireworks hinge on whether the whale stays in the area.12 Jul 12:19 AM
New ZealandDeadly 1863 storms some of NZ's worstSome of New Zealand's deadliest recorded storms struck in the winter of 1863.11 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandDoC eyeing more mass track closures over kauri dieback threatDoC is proposing to fully or partially close 34 tracks over risks from kauri dieback.11 Jul 04:24 AM
New ZealandBones removed from dead whales on Northland beachRemoval of whales from Northland beach a logistical nightmare.10 Jul 03:06 AM
New ZealandRat caught on pest-free Motutapu islandThe rodent was found by a DOC ranger on Saturday, it had been sighted 12 days earlier.09 Jul 10:15 PM
EnvironmentWhatcha' dune? Saving the coastline, that's whatPrimary children are helping to replant our dunes. Made with funding from NZ On Air.09 Jul 09:30 PM
KahuInvestigation uncovers cows buried on archaeological site on Motutapu IslandAllegations 49 cows were buried at an archaeological site on Motutapu Island investigated.09 Jul 03:00 AM
KahuSperm whale found dead near BlenheimDoC rangers discovered the whale on Saturday, the cause of death is unknown.08 Jul 08:41 PM
New ZealandRare bird back on the mountainA long-running conservation mission aims to restore Waikato's Karioi as a seabird kingdom.08 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandStunning pic: Welly's whale a capital attractionThe fireworks could be called off due to the presence of a whale in the harbour.04 Jul 11:55 PM
New ZealandStunning pic: Welly's whale a capital attractionBut this tale could end up in disappointment for fireworks fans.04 Jul 09:34 PM
New ZealandConcern over loss of wetland for skifield growsForest and Bird considering legal action after NZSki granted consent to build on wetland.02 Jul 08:27 PM
New ZealandGluckman: Time to restart GE debate in NZSir Peter Gluckman says "the science is as settled as it will be" on genetic modification.01 Jul 04:03 AM
New ZealandPack the power bill for Great Walks: SageDon't forget the scroggin, and the power bill - for ID - on New Zealand's Great Walks.28 Jun 03:06 AM
New ZealandOutgoing Sir Peter Gluckman: 'It's been a privileged position'Outgoing PM's science adviser Sir Peter Gluckman reflects on his decade in the top role.27 Jun 02:12 AM
New ZealandSeal drops in at Devonport BeachA seal has been spotted soaking up some mid-winter sun on Auckland's North Shore.26 Jun 12:01 AM
New ZealandPossum punch: Pest control or is this animal cruelty?His punch sends the possum flying through the air - but is this "pest control"?24 Jun 11:16 PM
New ZealandFirst $2m step to make Auckland Island pest-freeEradication may cost $40 million to $50 million over eight to 10 years.23 Jun 01:00 AM
New ZealandThey burned down historic DoC homestead - so why aren't they being charged?Police can't prove the blaze was deliberately or negligently lit.19 Jun 09:05 PM
New ZealandGovernment declines coal mine applicationThe application for a controversial coal mine has been declined for conservation reasons.16 Jun 02:34 AM
CrimeWhanganui news: Woman on drugs charges; drove while disqualified; Ratana talkNews in brief: Woman on drug, shoplifting charges; Ratana talk; driving when disqualified13 Jun 09:02 AM
KahuOne beach, one hour, 1715 pieces of litterSearch starts for "Citizen Scientists" to tackle environmental threat posed by plastic.07 Jun 12:40 AM
TravelTourists charged double for access to 'Great Walks'DOC is hiking prices for overseas tourists, with visitors paying double on Great Walks.06 Jun 10:33 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: Better to clip tourism ticket at borderCOMMENT: Kiwi trampers will now bludge off their overseas fellow travellers.05 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandAfter 20 million years, kauri are officially 'threatened'They've dominated our forests for 20 million years. Now kauri are officially threatened.05 Jun 04:38 AM
