New ZealandRat caught on pest-free Motutapu islandThe rodent was found by a DOC ranger on Saturday, it had been sighted 12 days earlier.09 Jul 10:15 PM
EnvironmentWhatcha' dune? Saving the coastline, that's whatPrimary children are helping to replant our dunes. Made with funding from NZ On Air.09 Jul 09:30 PM
KahuInvestigation uncovers cows buried on archaeological site on Motutapu IslandAllegations 49 cows were buried at an archaeological site on Motutapu Island investigated.09 Jul 03:00 AM
KahuSperm whale found dead near BlenheimDoC rangers discovered the whale on Saturday, the cause of death is unknown.08 Jul 08:41 PM
New ZealandRare bird back on the mountainA long-running conservation mission aims to restore Waikato's Karioi as a seabird kingdom.08 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandStunning pic: Welly's whale a capital attractionThe fireworks could be called off due to the presence of a whale in the harbour.04 Jul 11:55 PM
New ZealandStunning pic: Welly's whale a capital attractionBut this tale could end up in disappointment for fireworks fans.04 Jul 09:34 PM
New ZealandConcern over loss of wetland for skifield growsForest and Bird considering legal action after NZSki granted consent to build on wetland.02 Jul 08:27 PM
New ZealandGluckman: Time to restart GE debate in NZSir Peter Gluckman says "the science is as settled as it will be" on genetic modification.01 Jul 04:03 AM
New ZealandPack the power bill for Great Walks: SageDon't forget the scroggin, and the power bill - for ID - on New Zealand's Great Walks.28 Jun 03:06 AM
New ZealandOutgoing 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.27 Jun 02:12 AM
New ZealandSeal drops in at Devonport BeachA seal has been spotted soaking up some mid-winter sun on Auckland's North Shore.26 Jun 12:01 AM
New ZealandPossum punch: Pest control or is this animal cruelty?His punch sends the possum flying through the air - but is this "pest control"?24 Jun 11:16 PM
New ZealandFirst $2m step to make Auckland Island pest-freeEradication may cost $40 million to $50 million over eight to 10 years.23 Jun 01:00 AM
New ZealandThey burned down historic DoC homestead - so why aren't they being charged?Police can't prove the blaze was deliberately or negligently lit.19 Jun 09:05 PM
New ZealandGovernment declines coal mine applicationThe application for a controversial coal mine has been declined for conservation reasons.16 Jun 02:34 AM
CrimeWhanganui news: Woman on drugs charges; drove while disqualified; Ratana talkNews in brief: Woman on drug, shoplifting charges; Ratana talk; driving when disqualified13 Jun 09:02 AM
KahuOne beach, one hour, 1715 pieces of litterSearch starts for "Citizen Scientists" to tackle environmental threat posed by plastic.07 Jun 12:40 AM
TravelTourists charged double for access to 'Great Walks'DOC is hiking prices for overseas tourists, with visitors paying double on Great Walks.06 Jun 10:33 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: Better to clip tourism ticket at borderCOMMENT: Kiwi trampers will now bludge off their overseas fellow travellers.05 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandAfter 20 million years, kauri are officially 'threatened'They've dominated our forests for 20 million years. Now kauri are officially threatened.05 Jun 04:38 AM
New ZealandNZ's natural born killer: The war on stoatsThey're the wiliest of our bird-killing pests. How can we possibly hope to beat the stoat?04 Jun 12:14 AM
New ZealandHas New Zealand failed its environment?50 years on from the Manapouri saga, NZ's laws have failed its environment, writer argues.03 Jun 02:40 AM
New ZealandCan 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?02 Jun 02:00 AM
New ZealandHope as native bird numbers doubleA 20-year DoC project in the South Island valley shows the value of pest control.27 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhale death toll on Taranaki beach at 12Up to 12 sperm whales have now stranded on a South Taranaki beach.27 May 06:25 AM
OpinionLou Sanson: Shellfish poaching is killing our ecosystemsPoaching is a never-ending battle and the numbers are staggering, says DoC's Lou Sanson.24 May 11:23 PM
New ZealandCruise ship slaughter: Seabirds die in boxesCalls for improvements after seabirds die aboard cruise ship after being placed in boxes.24 May 08:34 PM
New ZealandThe impact of 1.7 million tourists on beautiful New ZealandTourism to our national parks continues to grow. Is it sustainable for our environment?24 May 05:37 AM
New ZealandEight sperm whales die on South Taranaki beachEight sperm whales have died after becoming stranded on a South Taranaki beach.24 May 03:36 AM
New ZealandRare penguins killed by dogs at wildlife reserveIrresponsible dog owners responsible for deaths of two penguins at wildlife reserve.24 May 01:55 AM
New ZealandSaving our native species comes with winners and losersWiping out our predators is good for our threatened species - yet some more than others.23 May 05:30 AM
KahuMyth of Mangahawea: Is this NZ's first human settlement?Scientists have uncovered evidence of one of the first Polynesian settlements in Aotearoa.19 May 01:00 AM
