New ZealandDeadly summer on our mountains: Six climbers killed in just four weeksSince 2008, 15 climbers have died while summiting Aoraki/Mt Cook.20 Dec 12:00 AM
Christchurch‘He lived life to its fullest’: Family's tribute to climber killed on Fiordland peakConnor McKenzie, 28, died climbing Sabre Peak in remote Fiordland.18 Dec 04:23 AM
New Zealand'A tragic outcome': Aoraki climbers believed dead after ice avalanchePolice say evidence shows the pair were likely caught in a known icefall hazard zone.18 Dec 03:08 AM
New ZealandClimbers who died on Fiordland peak named while search for missing Aoraki Mt Cook pair continues16 Dec 10:28 PM
PremiumNew ZealandThe vanished: 62 people have disappeared without trace on NZ’s tallest peak03 Dec 06:00 AM
ChristchurchMother of Aoraki Mt Cook climber shares life of ‘extraordinary' son and lawyer28 Nov 07:00 AM
Christchurch'The kindest possible man': Mother mourns American lawyer son who died on Aoraki Mt Cook26 Nov 09:41 PM
Christchurch ‘A loving father and husband': Tributes flow for Wānaka mountain guide who died on Aoraki Mt Cook26 Nov 02:55 AM
ChristchurchAoraki Mt Cook tragedy: Bodies of two fallen climbers, including US visitor, recovered Thomas Vialletet died alongside the American client while trying to ascend the mountain.25 Nov 08:13 PM
ChristchurchRespected guide among two dead after Aoraki Mt Cook tragedyTwo other members of the group were airlifted from the mountain uninjured.25 Nov 02:59 AM
ChristchurchTwo climbers dead after fall near Aoraki Mt Cook summit, night rescue operation revealedThe pair were roped together when they fell near the summit late last night.25 Nov 01:18 AM
New ZealandHow new parking fees could change visits to Aoraki, Franz Josef and PunakaikiParking will cost $5 an hour, with a 20‑minute free period for short stops.22 Nov 02:20 AM
New Zealand‘Breathtaking’: Moment avalanche descends South Island mountain captured on filmGuide Derek Jolley filmed the avalanche near Mt Sefton in Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park.30 Oct 09:35 PM
New ZealandDoC eyes $1m from South Island paid parking trialThe Department of Conservation expects to earn about $1m from the seven‑month trial.04 Oct 12:11 AM
New ZealandPay-to-park at Aoraki/Mt Cook; new scheme to charge visitors $25 a dayDoC expects to raise about $1.5m from three pilot sites by mid-2026.23 Sep 09:26 PM
TravelHow a Kiwi couple built an exclusive lodge that drew Oprah's attention'It’s one of the best places in the world to see the stars.'16 Sep 06:14 AM
Entertainment'Can I get a passport?': Travis Kelce's response to PM's NZ wedding venue invite Christopher Luxon invited Kelce and Taylor Swift to marry in NZ.29 Aug 02:20 AM
New ZealandSevere gales obliterate caravan as high winds batter CanterburyWinds reached 116km/h at Mt Cook Airport and 112km/h at Roxburgh.28 Aug 03:22 AM
TravelNZ’s ultimate winter destination that isn’t QueenstownFrom quiet ski fields to relaxing hot springs, this spot has it all. 19 Aug 07:29 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Foreign tourist fee is a no-brainerOPINION: We must hold this and the next government to reinvesting the money in DoC sites.02 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentExclusive pics: Hollywood A-lister Tom Hiddleston spotted in Queenstown shooting new filmTenzing has been filmed with South Island mountains as its backdrop.01 Aug 04:08 AM
New ZealandCafe protests minister's parking charges at famous tourist spotDoC plans to start paid parking in October at Punakaiki, Franz Josef, and Aoraki.24 Jul 03:35 AM
New ZealandAoraki/Mt Cook alpine rescue team suspended for winter after staff departuresPolice will co-ordinate rescue operations via other SAR teams and helicopter providers.19 Jun 10:14 PM
TravelWhy Aoraki Mt Cook is doubling as Everest in Tenzing biopic 'It’s an iconic setting for an incredible story.'12 Jun 07:31 AM
New ZealandFrosts for Auckland? MetService predicts sub-zero temps for next couple of daysTemperatures are set to fall as low as -7C in some parts of the country.07 Jun 07:36 AM
New Zealand'Left without answers': How new interactive missing persons map could be ‘game-changer’ The map records last known locations, aiding searches for human remains.18 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandLife on the edge of NZ’s highest peak: Inside the Aoraki/Mt Cook rescue team The Herald joined the highly-trained group on a hair-raising training mission. 28 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe vanished: 62 people have disappeared without trace on NZ’s tallest peak'To live in the hearts of those we leave behind is not to die.'07 Jan 04:00 PM
TravelTwo NZ spots named the 'greatest in the world' by TimeHave you visited these two world-class spots?28 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandFriend of missing Aoraki Mt Cook climbers looking for closurePolice said they believe the men took a fall while climbing around the mountain.07 Dec 04:01 AM
New ZealandPolice believe trio missing on Aoraki/Mt Cook are deadPolice believe evidence found on mountain suggests a triple tragedy.06 Dec 03:29 AM
