New ZealandPossums as pets? Former Wellington mayor warns of risksLocal groups fear pet possums could undo conservation gains across Wairarapa. 27 Oct 09:30 PM
BusinessIkea parent expands Northland forestry footprintAbout 3000ha of indigenous forest will be set aside for conservation.20 Oct 08:41 PM
Herald NOWKea are eating 1080: A conservation crisis?DOC researcher Laura Young explains why kea are being poisoned by predator control efforts - and what’s being done to save this iconic alpine parrot.Watch13 Oct 07:02 PM
New ZealandMinisters announce Watts Peninsula will finally become a public reserveWatch10 Sep 02:56 AM
New Zealand'That's their problem': Helipad row heats up in affluent Auckland suburbEvery concern has been addressed, said one supporter of the helipad.13 May 05:30 AM
New ZealandBird experts at oddsd over native parapara trees Robert Webb advises removing parapara trees; Ian McLean suggests trimming flowers instead.12 May 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNew Tourism Minister on more international visitors - and who pays for infrastructureUpston has announced $60m in tourism initiatives, but none are additional investments.27 Apr 09:00 PM
New Zealand'You've got rat bite fever': Northland woman's warning to trappersShe touched a live rat briefly, leading to severe infection and sepsis.26 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSuit up for scavenger hunt on two wheelsThe 2025 Great K Valley Cycle Adventure is taking place on Sunday, April 27.23 Apr 04:55 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
