Live: 'High-risk' exposure - Covid case visited Fiordland DoC hut
Officials regard the remote wilderness setting as a high risk.
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Family seeks consent to use large barge in Dusky Sound for overnight stays
It would be used as private accommodation for up to 50 days a year.
Fiordland cruise company seeks voluntourists for special mission
Fancy a busman's holiday to Dusky Sound?
2000 bunks empty on Great Walks as Aucklanders cancel
Milford track and other Great Walks have rare free spaces for those who can get there.
Last-minute Milford: Great Walk huts open with spaces spare
Cancellations have opened up spaces in Milford and popular Great Walk Huts.
Coroner calls for rules around alcohol on boats after man's death
Shane Gibbons died in 2019 after he became trapped under a jet boat following a crash.
'Mixed bag': Wild weather batters the country
Some residents in Aucklands North Shore are without power.
Tourism operators want new rules for national parks
A different set of rules - or management plans - governs each of the 13 national parks.
Weather warnings as strong winds, heavy rain forecast
Gusts could reach 130km/h in the Canterbury high country, and up to 120km/h elsewhere.
Still waters run deep: Adventure and Luxury in Tamatea Dusky Sound
Magic moments come thick and fast while cruising southern Fiordland's majestic waters.
School uniforms out, brollies and winter woollies in: Wet, windy, cold start to school holidays
"Severe gales" expected for Northland and Auckland, snow for parts of the South.
Rare penguin's delightful selfie
Endangered birds colonise remote Fiordland sounds, offering hope of survival.
Rug up NZ, a 'polar blast' is on the way
A polar snap is set to farewell what has been a potentially record-breaking warm June.
Heavy rain warnings issued for parts of South Island
Heavy rain and strong wind warnings are in place for parts of New Zealand.
'Significant event': Parts of NZ bracing for major deluge, severe winds
The red warning notice is only issued for significant weather events.
NZ's most beautiful destination? Michelle Langstone thinks so
Ancient, powerful and serene, an overnight cruise in Fiordland is a moving experience.
Michelle Langstone was wrong about guided travel tours
Initially a sceptic, a tour of Fiordland National Park proves 'thoroughly delightful'
Person dies in rockfall in Fiordland
A WorkSafe spokesperson said the fatality happened at a business in the area.
Climbers killed in fall weren't exceeding their abilities - coroner
Conor Smith and Sarwan Chand died while attempting a route on the south of Marian Peak.
Milford for $1: Sale aims to quench Fiordland tourist drought
A Fiordland cruise company is giving away one thousand Milford sailings for $1.
Where the Travel Guides went in Fiordland
Landscapres, fishing and outdoor experiences worth braving the namu/sandflies for.
Enchanted forest: Why the Hollyford Track is the most magical place on Earth
The perfect short break to leave you refreshed and in awe of Aotearoa's history and beauty
Sunny Saturday for North Island, weather watch in South
It's a stunning day in Auckland and most of the North Island today.
The remarkable story of Fiordland's Dusky Sound
A new book explores the history and conservation of this beautiful National Park.
The heat is on: Labour Weekend's 28C stunner - but back to winter on Monday
Tropical air is set to get temperatures rising, but come Monday it changes drastically.
Sounds incredible: Milford's mountain parrots
Too many Kiwis rush in and out of Fiordland in a day. Here's why you should slow down.
Stormy Sunday: Gales, heavy rain, 1350 lightning strikes, harbour bridge could close
Authorities are taking no chances with Auckland Harbour Bridge as gales threaten.
A Great Walk with fine wine, three-course meals and comfy beds
Why it's not cheating to take the luxury option on the Milford Track.
Burned vessel spilling oil into Milford Sound
'It pretty much sunk; at the end of the day, that's what really put it out altogether'
Fiordland great walk's future to be decided after 7 months of neglect
Milford might be booked out for the season, but this Fiordland trail is in doubt.
Gales, heavy rain - severe weather warning for NZ this week
Rain will hit the country from Tuesday and see out the week.
Covid crunch: The region facing 40% unemployment
Traditionally about three-quarters of this region's visitors are from overseas.
Mountain race sells out 'in record time', offers hope for Te Anau businesses
With closed borders and struggling businesses, Te Anau sees a boost with Kepler Challenge.