New ZealandRare great white shark footage in NZ waters a ‘shock’ to researchersA curious great white shark has been captured eyeballing a camera.13 Mar 04:19 AM
New ZealandFrom rescue to research: Green turtles released for major projectFive green turtles were released into Rangaunu Harbour in the Far North.13 Mar 12:00 AM
New ZealandDigger does its duty to deal with invasive weedDoC is using a collaborative effort to remove an invasive weed species. 11 Mar 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Bayly’s holiday a slap in the face for hard-working KiwisOPINION: Also in today's letters – investment summit; Greens on growth; DoC 'kill' permit11 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Unlawful’: DoC gave NZTA permission to kill kiwiMinisterial consent now allows construction to continue, despite the ruling.09 Mar 07:54 PM
New ZealandNumber of wildfires on the rise, Fire and Emergency saysIn New Zealand, 99% of wildfires are caused by people.06 Mar 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Quite emotional': Incredible photos show pod of 450 dolphins off Kaikōura coast'There are other creatures in this world that deserve to share it with us.'05 Mar 06:43 AM
KahuWhy 450-piece waka discovery on Chatham Island is a historic findThe limited excavation of a waka on Rēkohu has finished.03 Mar 09:28 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Latest incidents a reminder of dangers of NZ's alpine environmentOPINION: Tramping deaths are a reminder to all of our unforgiving wilderness.02 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Beachgoers attempt rescue of mako shark at Christchurch’s Sumner BeachThe shark washed ashore at Sumner Beach on Thursday night, prompting a police call out.01 Mar 01:26 AM
New ZealandWatch: Great white shark with rope around its tail sparks DoC rescue effortThe shark was seen in Waikato with a rope around its tail.28 Feb 07:46 AM
New ZealandFishermen floored as 300kg dolphin leaps into boatThe bizarre wildlife encounter knocked one of the boaties over and left him bruised.28 Feb 07:21 AM
New ZealandGreat white shark spotted with rope around its tailThe shark was spotted in Kāwhia Harbour in the Waikato and has prompted a DoC rescue effort.Watch28 Feb 05:51 AM
New ZealandLive 2m shark washes ashore at popular city beach, police calledA 'juvenile' mako shark washed ashore.28 Feb 01:46 AM
New ZealandSearch under way for whale freed from Far North oyster linesA whale freed itself from lines at a Far North oyster farm yesterday.27 Feb 03:00 AM
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 ZealandFlood-prone Whangārei campground getting drainage makeoverThe thousands of visitors at Uretiti Campground have to dodge flooding after heavy rain.23 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandThe mystery of the missing black petrels“We’ve banded over 5500 chicks over the 29 years and we’ve had less than 500 return."22 Feb 04:01 PM
New Zealand'Don’t steal my fish': Orca battle fishermen who hooked massive competition tuna'Some orca have clearly learned that fishing lines can equate to an easy meal.'19 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand400-plus weka killed, DoC justifies trapping methods amid concernsDoC has defended its traps, saying rising species numbers may increase accidental catches.15 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandReports of dogs being walked on pest-free island sparks DoC outrageTwo members of the public alerted DoC to the incident that ocurred on February 8.13 Feb 03:30 AM
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 ZealandNapier bans non-self-contained vehicles from freedom campingTwo new freedom camping sites are set to be introduced in Napier amid a shake-up.13 Feb 12:25 AM
New Zealand'Heartwarming': Camera returned to owner two months after washing up on Auckland beachThe 15-year-old had been on a four-day experience on the Steinlager II yacht.12 Feb 06:55 AM
New ZealandRare beaked whale dies after stranding on Hawke’s Bay beachTwo large sea mammals spotted by a dog walker are a species of the elusive beaked whales.12 Feb 03:22 AM
New ZealandCrown to return significant pā site to Far North hapūNgāti Rēhia will celebrate the return of its historic Kororipo Pā in Kerikeri.12 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Hundreds of dead eels discovered at Auckland’s Ōrākei BasinWater testing is being carried out.11 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: 'Right behind me' – Large great white shark chases solo kayak fisherMatt Wells, 19, recorded a video of his encounter. Wells is helpless as he paddles away. 10 Feb 11:06 PM
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 ZealandCat crackdown could be on the way for Mid CanterburyAshburton District Council asked to investigate introducing a cat management programme.07 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandVenomous sea snake found on Auckland beach, DoC investigatesAnyone who sees a sea snake should not try to move it back to the water.05 Feb 06:01 AM
New ZealandRemains of 79yo Auckland tramper missing since March found in Waikato forestThe woman went missing while laying bait in the forest with her group.04 Feb 07:29 AM
New ZealandMan spotted luring, beating then capturing swan at Auckland's Western SpringsThe penalty for killing protected species is up to two years' jail or a fine up to $100k.02 Feb 02:14 AM
New Zealand'Tragic reminder': Dolphin freed from net in Waitematā Harbour dies from blood poisoningThe dolphin, named Te Ihu Wai Pounamu, was found stranded at Sanders Reserve.31 Jan 06:11 AM
