Milford Sound visitors at 14% as outdoor demand continues to cool
New Zealand's most famous natural landmarks have seen a stark decline says DoC's report.
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Case of sea lion biting surfer 'certainly not an attack' - DoC
The mammal put a hole in the surfer's wetsuit.
Bat-shipped crazy: Ecologist speculates on animal importers' motives
'Bizarre' dead bat shipment perplexes.
Why NZ's quirky kākāpō is just as special on the inside
Scientists discover kākāpō's gut microbiome is unlike that of any other bird on Earth.
DoC survey reveals two types of outdoor visitor. Which are you?
There are two distinct types of visitor. Should they be charged differently?
Wealthy Northland property owner admits his dog killed a kiwi
Brian Angliss will oppose the mandatory destruction of his dog.
Conservation week 2022: Bay groups work to improve the environment
This year's theme is taking action for nature.
DoC reviews contract awarded to minister's husband's company
DoC scrutinising award of contracts to Gannin Ormsby consultancy.
Tiaki – Tourism operators leading the charge for nature
Conservation Week encourages Kiwis to get involved in nature and help take care of it.
Death of tramper sparks changes to DOC volunteer hut warden training
DOC has improved visitor safety information on several routes in the Nelson Lakes.
Mangaiti blessing celebrates official gully opening
The vision for the gully was to restore the native vegetation to pre-European status.
Te Paina set to be returned to iwi and hapū
Joy and relief at return of historically and culturally significant reserve.
Young kiwi moving house into regenerating native bush
Kiwi head into former pine block land in Hawke's Bay.
Big stink: NZMCA blasts outdoor group over public poo review
Muck-slinging and bickering continues to blight the freed-camping review.
Prime Minister wades in on public poo law review
There are calls to change the controversial law on where you can answer nature's call.
Local Focus: Mysterious giant snails found in Tōtara Reserve Regional Park
Carnivorous Powelliphanta marchanti snails have been seen in Tōtara Reserve Regional Park.
Travellers fined $600 each after returning with protected coral and shells
A holidaymaker has been fined after bringing back items for their bathroom.
Sea lion pup killed in hit-and-run
The pup was found on the Otago Peninsula with tyre marks on its body.
Local Focus: The hidden gem with giants
Walking among ancient native giants in northern Manawatū.
'Naivety not an excuse': Auckland boatie fined for illegal landing
The man's unauthorised landing on Whatupuke breached the Reserves Act.
Little blue penguins found dead: More than 100 dumped in Northland
The smell reportedly kept getting worse, causing neighbours to look for the source.
Tornado rips through home; risk of more as wild weather lashes NZ
"It lasted 30 seconds but that 30 seconds was absolutely terrifying to say the least."
Kiwis wake to storms and snowfall as dreary winter weather hits most of NZ
With severe wind and thunderstorm watches in place, DoC warns it's safer to stay put.
Art auction to raise funds for Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari kākāpō
Mediums include photography, paintings, ceramics, sculpture and a contemporary tukutuku.
What are the 4 types of outdoor fun?
The Queen's Birthday Weekend is the most dangerous time to be outdoors say MSC.
Cave closed to protect New Zealand's weirdest spider
The eight-legged cave dweller and its odd eggs are under threat.
Livia Esterhazy: Cameras on fishing vessels better for everyone
OPINION: Cameras are the vital step towards a fully transparent seafood supply chain.
Butchered great white shark upsets Northland iwi and DoC
Kaipara iwi and DoC say the juvenile great white shark was butchered on a beach.
Budget 2022: Millions for RMA overhaul, biodiversity plan
Aside from Govt's big climate spend, Budget 2022 comes with some other green bonuses.
Kākāpō stars in game to save 'weird' endangered species
New Zealand's bird has been given star treatment.
Ghost towns of New Zealand: Forgotten South
New Zealand has plenty of wild west coast and ghost-town tales of its own.
Without a plan, New Zealand risks a biodiversity extinction crisis
Nature in NZ is in trouble, with many species and habitats at risk of disappearing.
'Out of hand' cat colony prompts calls for foster support
'We need people to foster them otherwise their fate isn't going to be good'
Ōhaupō sanctuary now safe haven for rescued skinks
Skinks rescued from a Te Awamutu development site released into pest-free Rotopiko reserve