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Ash raises aviation code at Whakaari/White Island
Activity at White Island has increased and minor volcanic ash is being emitted.

‘A simple life’: Italy’s island hermit dies at 85
NY Times: Mauro Moranidi chose a life of solitude on Budelli Island for 32 years.

Watch: Family of orcas delight with 'amazing show'
A woman fishing said orcas swimming in formation was the perfect start to the year.

Former PM shocked by trampled dotterel breeding ground
The Waihī Beach community is in shock after a series of disturbing vandalism incidents.

Aussie scientists trial mosquitoes with ‘toxic’ semen to fight disease
Female flies that bred with 'toxic' males had a significantly reduced lifespan.

Opinion: Anti-predator fighters and humble soil the unsung heroes in climate battle
OPINION: Predator-free goals and knowing the value of carbon stored in soil are crucial.

Ready to conquer an NZ Great Walk?
It's always a good time to plan your next Great Walk in New Zealand.

Deadly disease kills 100-year-old tree despite vaccination
The fatal and fast-spreading disease was found to be present in the Waikato in February.

Man spends almost 36 hours separated from bush tramping party before rescue
Warning issued to hikers following man's lucky escape after becoming lost in the bush.

Waikato kākāpō goes on a surprise off-grid adventure
The endangered flightless parrot took an unplanned break from technology.

Saving the planet through art
Vital Impacts photographic print sale raises money for nature and the environment

When they hear plants crying, some moths make a decision
NY Times: Insects rely on plant sounds to guide important reproductive choices.

'Huge shift in values': How Govt is squeezing more money from conservation land
Proposals could swell DoC's annual budget by $200m, still well short of what's ideal

Iconic track reopens in North Island after almost three years
More importantly, the famous beach will again be accessible by foot.

Five travel must-dos in NZ and Australia for December and 2025
Doorstep travel has never been better.

'Incredible' privilege: Company's conservation work results in 'uptick' in native bugs
'Seeing the beetle population thrive makes us really proud.'

Why London’s Garden Museum is an underrated city highlight everyone should visit
Head Gardener, Matt Collins recently compiled the Lonely Planet's The Tree Atlas.

Cockatoo believed to be stolen from wildlife reserve
Staff at the sanctuary are 'very upset'.

'Goliath' threatens native species at Waihī Beach
A large ferret measuring over half a metre in length has been seen in Orokawa Bay.

Bee on lookout for author and bug man at show
Rachel Weston’s new book Kiwi Bees Have Tiny Knees is causing a buzz.

Yes, you can rent a ‘fondue backpack’ in the Swiss Alps - and hike to a human-sized fondue pot
Complete with self-serve cheese refrigerators situated along the trails.