New ZealandWatch: Rare white kiwi spotted returning to burrow in broad daylightMapuna means “prized” or “precious” in te reo.25 Aug 11:00 PM
New ZealandScientists urge protection for whale feeding spot south of AustraliaSome 90% of New Zealand southern right whales feed in the 2000km zone, a study has found.24 Aug 02:36 AM
PremiumNew Zealand'A remarkable feat': Two new species of wētā discoveredThe Anderus Rakiura and Anderus Pipiwai are the latest additions to the species family.17 Aug 08:40 PM
PremiumPoliticsNew Tourism Minister on more international visitors - and who pays for infrastructure27 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: The conservation heroes keeping our iconic native species aliveSome of Aotearoa’s threatened wildlife is coming back from the brink.19 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandDaylight kiwi fight caught on video reveals rare territorial clashTwo kiwi birds fought in daylight, revealing territorial behaviour.03 Apr 04:00 AM
Markets with MadisonWhy a Canadian gold mining company wants to invest $1b in WaihīIs its investment dependent on fast-track approval? 30 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandHundreds of fish beached at Ninety Mile Beach due to predator chaseExperts advise caution, saying beached fish may be unsafe to eat.23 Mar 11:00 PM
New Zealand‘No credible indication’: Doubts over economic benefits of sand miningEconomist questions why sand mining in Northland's Bream Bay got fast-track tick.13 Mar 11:00 PM
EnvironmentPhotographing nature - a true contestThis online-only contest showcases the best of nature photography.08 Mar 01:35 AM
New ZealandTahi’s transformation: From barren farmland to rich biodiversity hubTahi's open day features guided walks and mānuka honey tastings.28 Feb 04:50 PM
New ZealandHerds of special interest push making 'excellent progress'Approach aims to balance hunting and conservation outcomes on public conservation land.24 Feb 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Not part of NZ culture': Northern Auckland locals say crowds stripping sealife from beaches'There are hundreds of people taking anything they can find.'24 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMangawhai community mourns champion and harbour vigilanteJim Wintle enjoyed seeing the community benefit from the projects he was involved with.22 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandCourt again rejects ministry's management plan for Northland's cray fisheryThe judge found the revised proposal did not address an urgent marine crisis.21 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandTakahē release to boost wild populationThe bird once thought to be extinct is beating the odds in the wild.13 Feb 02:20 AM
New ZealandWatch: Free diver’s footage reveals thriving marine life off Hawke’s Bay coast'Lots of people can’t even remember when it was this good.'12 Feb 12:59 AM
New ZealandPesticides and illegal drains: Wetland suffers damage to an area the size of 54 rugby fieldsPesticides were sprayed, and 600m of drains illegally installed.09 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay biosecurity expert battles the baddiesMediterranean fanworms and clubbed tunicates are common pests found.06 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandKiwi translocation season to start with special visitor experienceTo date, 346 kiwi have been translocated from Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari.03 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi dies of dehydration amid Northland’s dry conditions, rain offers reliefRanger Bevan Morgan found the kiwi unconscious on January 11.20 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandWhat does a hot, dry summer mean for kiwi?Northland's had a hot, dry summer - what does that mean for kiwi?19 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandSecond weekend whale stranding in South Island30 pilots whales stranded in Golden Bay, and a beaked whale came ashore in Christchurch.18 Jan 08:58 PM
New ZealandMore than 22 trees vandalised and removed in one yearMore than 22 trees were damaged so badly over a year they had to be removed.13 Jan 04:05 PM
New Zealand'No one thinks this is a good idea': Bream Bay residents oppose sand miningDoC warns the sand mining near reserves could harm marine life and endangered seabirds.13 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandRussell Forest less 61 feral deer during joint conservation initiativeEfforts to eradicate feral deer from Northland are going well, authorities say13 Jan 04:00 PM
KahuWhy Akaroa’s wastewater upgrade is crucial for harbour healthNew plant to cut Akaroa harbour sewage discharge from nine times a year to once every four years.08 Jan 05:05 PM