Waikato HeraldDiscover the natural treasures in our own backyardFind all the treasures: there is plenty to see if you know what to look for.09 Sep 06:15 PM
Waikato HeraldTiaki – Tourism operators leading the charge for natureConservation Week encourages Kiwis to get involved in nature and help take care of it.02 Sep 07:20 PM
Waikato HeraldWaipā students treated to off-campus learning opportunityMore than 280 students participated in a mass tree planting exercise near Whatawhata.20 Aug 07:20 PM
Waikato HeraldMangaiti blessing celebrates official gully openingThe vision for the gully was to restore the native vegetation to pre-European status.13 Aug 07:20 PM
Waikato HeraldTe Paina set to be returned to iwi and hapūJoy and relief at return of historically and culturally significant reserve.21 Jul 02:30 AM
Waikato HeraldKiwis wake to storms and snowfall as dreary winter weather hits most of NZWith severe wind and thunderstorm watches in place, DoC warns it's safer to stay put.10 Jun 09:30 PM
Waikato HeraldArt auction to raise funds for Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari kākāpōMediums include photography, paintings, ceramics, sculpture and a contemporary tukutuku.04 Jun 06:20 PM
Waikato HeraldŌhaupō sanctuary now safe haven for rescued skinksSkinks rescued from a Te Awamutu development site released into pest-free Rotopiko reserve06 May 07:20 PM
Waikato HeraldMangaiti Gully restoration nears completionFurther 14 Jobs for Nature Programmes in Waikato receive additional Government funding.02 May 02:50 AM
Waikato HeraldWetland expert wins Loder Cup conservation awardConservation Minister Kiri Allan presented Beverley Clarkson with the award in Hamilton.28 Apr 07:20 PM
Waikato HeraldTake photos of plants, animals and bugs living around usScientists will scan your photos in search of new discoveries.27 Apr 10:20 PM
Waikato HeraldBat survey takes off in CambridgeVolunteer project aims to better understand how bats live alongside people.19 Apr 07:20 PM
Waikato HeraldFlying camera tracks down elusive birdNew work adds to knowledge about protecting threatened species.28 Feb 10:29 PM
Waikato HeraldOne bittern's nice try at Cambridge camouflageSt Kilda couple treated to home visit by unexpected avian visitor.24 Jan 01:53 AM
Waikato HeraldRaised leg-hold traps essential to protecting kiwiIf it's not practical to set raised leg-hold traps, opt for live-capture cage traps.13 Jan 06:09 PM
Waikato HeraldMaungatautari Hicks Rd access reopensA whānau trust is developing an educational walk to the reserve through Mangeroa gully.12 Jan 06:08 PM
Waikato HeraldWaipā joins special alliance to protect Waikato batsThe district council voted to carry on participating in the Waikato Regional Bat Strategy.11 Dec 02:29 AM
Waikato HeraldLive: 'Stay away' - Aucklanders to be locked out of holiday hotspots this summerThe simple message to Aucklanders is to stay away, Ōpōtiki councillor says.09 Dec 06:15 PM
Waikato HeraldKākā females making a comeback in the King CountryFemales sitting on the nest become easy prey for pests like stoats and possums.06 Dec 06:13 PM
Waikato HeraldMoa skeleton amazes Kauaeranga Visitor Centre guestsThe skeleton of a stout legged moa is thought to be 1000 years old.26 Nov 09:45 PM
Waikato HeraldMorrinsville rallies community to give tiny bat and other wildlife a fighting chancePredator Free Morrinsville is being launched on Saturday with a working bee - all welcome.03 Nov 04:30 AM
Waikato HeraldRooks get wings clipped as landowners dob them inA large rook population can completely destroy entire paddocks30 Oct 07:30 PM
Waikato HeraldDigital net catches more wildlife offendersDoC's new electronic infringement system led to 250 notices and 200 warnings24 Oct 09:23 PM
Waikato HeraldCritically endangered bittern seen as an indicator of wetland healthAnnual Bird of the Year contest raises awareness of plight of native birds.11 Sep 07:05 PM
Waikato HeraldLizard Man a green hero – 30 years onDoug happy to share his love and knowledge of New Zealand's lizards and geckos07 Sep 10:00 PM
Waikato HeraldBoaties caught breaking the Covid-19 rules will be reportedCompletely unacceptable: Boating and island hopping not permitted at Level 4, says DoC.26 Aug 11:26 PM
Waikato HeraldPrisoners grow plants for Department of ConservationWaikeria prison horticulture trainees donate 7000 plants to DoC for Whangamarino wetland.02 Aug 11:13 PM
Waikato HeraldDoC to investigate rare orchid's mysterious reproductionRangers and a research team looking at how to save swamp helmet orchids in Whangamarino01 Aug 10:25 PM
Waikato HeraldDactylanthus sets seed for a bumper seasonHelping hand needed as natural pollinator is extinct locally31 Jul 07:19 PM
Waikato HeraldSeals found in unusual places no reason to worryDOC reports rising number of calls about seals but exploring is part of the animals nature24 Jul 07:15 PM
Waikato HeraldBruce Clarkson praised as a treasure to council and the city"Waiwhakareke the best example of urban restoration in the whole country."23 Jul 07:17 PM
Waikato HeraldTe Poi School digs in with shovel ready restoration projectWaiomou Stream a shovel ready project for which regional council received govt funding.21 Jul 07:08 PM
Waikato HeraldDoC and Fonterra fighting to eliminate pest fish in local lakeDepartment of Conservation and Fonterra are on a mission to keep Lake Ruatuna free of koi.28 Jun 07:16 PM
Waikato HeraldDrone footage shows possum-damage in Coromandel ForestDepartment of Conservation photos show need of predator control to protect native species.14 Jun 05:05 PM
