DoC eyeing more mass track closures over kauri dieback threat
DoC is proposing to fully or partially close 34 tracks over risks from kauri dieback.
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Bones removed from dead whales on Northland beach
Removal of whales from Northland beach a logistical nightmare.
Rat caught on pest-free Motutapu island
The rodent was found by a DOC ranger on Saturday, it had been sighted 12 days earlier.
Whatcha' dune? Saving the coastline, that's what
Primary children are helping to replant our dunes. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Investigation uncovers cows buried on archaeological site on Motutapu Island
Allegations 49 cows were buried at an archaeological site on Motutapu Island investigated.
Sperm whale found dead near Blenheim
DoC rangers discovered the whale on Saturday, the cause of death is unknown.
Rare bird back on the mountain
A long-running conservation mission aims to restore Waikato's Karioi as a seabird kingdom.
Stunning pic: Welly's whale a capital attraction
The fireworks could be called off due to the presence of a whale in the harbour.
Stunning pic: Welly's whale a capital attraction
But this tale could end up in disappointment for fireworks fans.
Concern over loss of wetland for skifield grows
Forest and Bird considering legal action after NZSki granted consent to build on wetland.
Gluckman: Time to restart GE debate in NZ
Sir Peter Gluckman says "the science is as settled as it will be" on genetic modification.
Pack the power bill for Great Walks: Sage
Don't forget the scroggin, and the power bill - for ID - on New Zealand's Great Walks.
Outgoing Sir Peter Gluckman: 'It's been a privileged position'
Outgoing PM's science adviser Sir Peter Gluckman reflects on his decade in the top role.
Seal drops in at Devonport Beach
A seal has been spotted soaking up some mid-winter sun on Auckland's North Shore.
Possum punch: Pest control or is this animal cruelty?
His punch sends the possum flying through the air - but is this "pest control"?
First $2m step to make Auckland Island pest-free
Eradication may cost $40 million to $50 million over eight to 10 years.
They burned down historic DoC homestead - so why aren't they being charged?
Police can't prove the blaze was deliberately or negligently lit.
Government declines coal mine application
The application for a controversial coal mine has been declined for conservation reasons.
Whanganui news: Woman on drugs charges; drove while disqualified; Ratana talk
News in brief: Woman on drug, shoplifting charges; Ratana talk; driving when disqualified
One beach, one hour, 1715 pieces of litter
Search starts for "Citizen Scientists" to tackle environmental threat posed by plastic.
Tourists charged double for access to 'Great Walks'
DOC is hiking prices for overseas tourists, with visitors paying double on Great Walks.
Brian Rudman: Better to clip tourism ticket at border
COMMENT: Kiwi trampers will now bludge off their overseas fellow travellers.
After 20 million years, kauri are officially 'threatened'
They've dominated our forests for 20 million years. Now kauri are officially threatened.
NZ's natural born killer: The war on stoats
They're the wiliest of our bird-killing pests. How can we possibly hope to beat the stoat?
Has New Zealand failed its environment?
50 years on from the Manapouri saga, NZ's laws have failed its environment, writer argues.
Can NZ really kill every rat, possum and stoat?
Nearly two years into the war, are we any closer to being rid of predators by 2050?
Hope as native bird numbers double
A 20-year DoC project in the South Island valley shows the value of pest control.
Whale death toll on Taranaki beach at 12
Up to 12 sperm whales have now stranded on a South Taranaki beach.
Lou Sanson: Shellfish poaching is killing our ecosystems
Poaching is a never-ending battle and the numbers are staggering, says DoC's Lou Sanson.
Cruise ship slaughter: Seabirds die in boxes
Calls for improvements after seabirds die aboard cruise ship after being placed in boxes.
The impact of 1.7 million tourists on beautiful New Zealand
Tourism to our national parks continues to grow. Is it sustainable for our environment?
Eight sperm whales die on South Taranaki beach
Eight sperm whales have died after becoming stranded on a South Taranaki beach.
Rare penguins killed by dogs at wildlife reserve
Irresponsible dog owners responsible for deaths of two penguins at wildlife reserve.