New Zealand'There's very little birdsong': Pests threaten native bush at Lake ŌkārekaBut a grant of $25,000 could help take the forest back from wallabies, rats and possums.17 Oct 07:00 PM
New ZealandScientists have a clever new playbook to control - and conserve - the possumScientists have just reconstructed the entire genetic jigsaw of the brushtail possum.17 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandGroup files judicial review over DoC decision allowing for deaths during Mt Messenger projectDoC has allowed for 46 species, including kiwi, to be killed as part of the project.17 Oct 04:31 AM
New ZealandFerret highway: Transmission Gully creates path for pests to move southThere's concern the ferrets could pose a risk to Wellington's native kiwi population.12 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNational, Labour, Act, Greens, Te Pāti Māori and NZ First environment policies comparedWhere do parties stand on freshwater and conservation? We compare the policies.11 Oct 09:24 PM
New ZealandRising possum numbers in Hawke’s Bay; landowners asked to cullMove to a possum contractor model has been parked, as council focuses on cyclone.10 Oct 02:23 AM
New ZealandThe world is his oyster - what it takes to be a young kaitiakiNoah Edwards was recently the recipient of NRC's Youth Environmental Leader Award.08 Oct 04:00 PM
KahuNatural treasure trove: Millions of kuku found on mussel bedA rescue for the mussel beds in the Ohiwa Harbour is being planned.04 Oct 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Safeguard our Rotomoana': Rāhui considered for lakes to avoid clam invasion"It is our shared responsibility to collaborate in the best interest of all our lakes."02 Oct 05:02 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhanganui's forest sanctuary and homestead a joy in springThe new season makes for a great time to visit the Bushy Park sanctuary,29 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandWingspan celebrates completion of $2.4m display aviaries and breeding chambersThe third stage of the project is set to begin in 2024.29 Sep 03:00 AM
New ZealandGeese and wallaby woes: What Rotorua candidates think of Predator Free 2050Candidates were asked what their parties would do to control pests.28 Sep 11:00 PM
KahuMāori conservationist seeks international expansion for eco sunscreen productsNatalie Jones wants to generate $20,000 through online crowdfunding.17 Sep 07:54 PM
Crime'Slack practice': Fisher trawled in zone protecting threatened dolphinsWarrick Harris 'should have known better' when he trawled in the prohibited zone 19 times.08 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Pest Patrol – dogs enlisted for pest-free Banks Peninsula successPest Free Banks Peninsula wants to eradicate all animal pests by 2050.08 Sep 04:37 AM
New Zealand‘Upsetting and horrific’: Young sea lion shot and killedDoC investigating attack on female sea lion in "nationally vulnerable" population.07 Sep 11:05 PM
LifestyleSecret test Robert Irwin's girlfriend had to passThe 19-year-old's mum and sister appear to be quite protective of his heart.04 Sep 11:49 PM
KahuAct Party will reinstate gas exploration, while Peters takes aim at Māori eliteDavid Seymour wants to axe Te Mana o te Wai and reverse oil and gas exploration ban.03 Sep 07:22 PM
New ZealandThe smart science helping pull kākāpō back from the brinkScientists gene-map most of NZ's kākāpō to create the richest dataset of its kind.28 Aug 05:00 PM
KahuRangatahi in south Canterbury are finding a connection to their marae through conservationArowhenua Marae in Temuka has established a native plant nursery.17 Aug 09:15 PM
New ZealandThis AI-powered pest-buster can pick kea from stoatClever traps that can pick pests from native species set to join NZ's war on predators.15 Aug 03:54 AM
New ZealandIncreasing kiwi deaths prompts conservation groups to caution dog ownersSuspected dog attack behind another dead kiwi in Northland.10 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil to buy land at centre of pōhutukawa controversyFar North land occupation over pōhutukawa felling ends after two years.09 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Tragic:' Penguin pair mauled by dogThe two native penguins were killed at a Seatoun reserve.04 Jul 09:12 PM
New ZealandNo tall story: World Giraffe Day celebrated a decade onCelebration of world’s tallest animal highlights threats to survival, conservation effort.16 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi around the world: Where our national icon has lived overseasThe plight of kiwi Paora left some surprised that our icon can be found outside NZ.24 May 02:35 AM
New ZealandDNA, drones and data: Could smart tech help us win our war on pests?A new Govt report sets out how breakthrough tech can be used in the predator-free mission.30 Mar 04:46 AM
New ZealandSensitive fishing data to be kept from public at appeal hearingData on fishing in fragile marine area in the South Island to remain confidential.08 Mar 10:03 PM
New ZealandWealthy Northland property owner admits his dog killed a kiwiBrian Angliss will oppose the mandatory destruction of his dog.15 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Whanganui to host Coastal Restoration Trust conferenceCastlecliff Coast Care community work recognised. Made with funding from NZ On Air.25 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Just nuts': $2.6m concrete upgrade to 800m cycle trackA cycle-friendly upgrade to an Auckland track beside a sensitive estuary is under fire.30 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandSaving Aroha: Rare kiwi scales mountain, sparks rescueMountain rescue team pluck rowi kiwi from cliff after adventurous bird goes wandering.30 Aug 09:05 AM
BusinessOrder to stop conservation efforts frustrates crib ownerEfforts to shore up dunes near bach draws fire.29 Jul 09:10 PM
New ZealandDoC asks for sightings of whale tangled in lineThe whale was last spotted at the tip of the South Island, and is likely heading north.24 Jun 12:59 AM
