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Return of a wonder? Waiwera’s famous hot springs showing exciting signs of life
The recovery raises new questions over a classic Kiwi tourism draw's potential revival.
The daring cliffside rescue that saved a tiny kiwi’s life
Two friends saved a tiny kiwi suffering heatstroke on the Tutukākā coast.
Cockatoo believed to be stolen from wildlife reserve
Staff at the sanctuary are 'very upset'.
Petition pushes for natural burial in Rotorua
Te Atawhai Aroha Trust is seeking for a natural burial zone to be created in Rotorua. Video / Laura Smith
'Beast has been well behaved': Mayor writes to ministers over volcano concerns
Lack of Whakaari/White Island monitoring increases ‘existential risk’.
Letters: Cancer patients don't have time to wait; why I marched down Queen St
OPINION: 'The Government would be wise to stop prioritising potholes.'
Mining sector body decries 'hysteria' in debate on fast-track bill
It comes just days after thousands marched in Auckland against the bill.
Editorial: Tension between environment and economic development looms
OPINION: 'We've got unavoidable trade-offs to make,' says Shane Jones.
Tairāwhiti birders make significant contribution to NZ Bird Atlas project
The project reveals bird distribution changes and informs future conservation efforts.
Watch: 'Absolutely devastated': Honey company forced to destroy $2m worth of bee boxes
The destruction order came after American foulbrood disease was detected.
War Memorial Park playground opens to community
New playgorund puzzles incorporate and relate to Te Awamutu War Memorial Park’s heritage.
Environment court rules in favour of NZTA
No regrets: The farmer says he stood by his decision to battle for the Mangapēpeke Valley.
The Northland island with too many kiwi
The residents of an island in Northland are grappling with an unusual problem.
Emerging business Moka Fibre aims to tackle ugly truth about lash glue
The glue is made from flax and wool extracts and does not damage natural eyelashes.
Protected Norfolk Island Pine was felled for more development
The man 'was aware that the removal of the tree would yield more developable land'.
Alternative lifestyles: What's it like to live on a remote island in the Hauraki Gulf?
Balancing work, family and conservation, Milly Lucas navigates island living.
In darkness, avoiding a sting, a million bees cross the Hawke's Bay border
This was what beekeepers had been desperate for after the cyclone flooded many hives.
Blue Duck Station star of new book
The book's author found enjoyment in finding the small stories that make up the station.
Grizzly situation: Aussie guide shares 'intense' encounter with bears
The hiking guide said the mother and cub followed them for 15 to 20 minutes.
Killer whales teaching young to target yachts, say scientists
Killer whales have developed a taste for the ultimate quarry, pleasure yachts.
Native trees face chop due to flight path concerns
An aerial battle between humans and trees is likely to see botanic garden trees chopped.
Local Focus: Wading into the environment, lizard guts and all
Former Wellington Mayor Celia Wade-Brown restores Wairarapa land to its natural state.