New ZealandBudget: Greens slam environment fundingGreens say the Budget's environment and conservation funding is far below what's needed.25 May 03:04 AM
New ZealandFive Orcas die after strandingVolunteers rescue one stranded orca but five die on a remote Bay of Plenty beach.24 May 10:40 PM
New ZealandGreen groups hope for DoC boost in BudgetGreen groups want to see a big boost in DoC's core biodiversity budget this Thursday.23 May 05:12 AM
New ZealandDoC reviewing inquiry led by fraudsterNew allegations have been made about convicted fraudster Joanne Harrison.22 May 11:50 PM
New ZealandFishing nets: Two more rare sea lions dieTwo more rare NZ sea lions have been killed in squid trawl nets in the Auckland Islands.21 May 02:42 AM
OpinionPaul LittlePaul Little: Let DoC do conservation workCOMMENT: The Government has show conservation only has value when it makes a buck.20 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentArtists urged to go wildAn opportunity for local artists to combine creativity and conservation is unveiled today.18 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Rare humpback whale spottedThe rare sighting in Akaroa was a treat for cruise passengers.15 May 09:19 PM
New ZealandQ&A: Did myrtle rust catch NZ off-guard?We asked the Ministry of Primary Industries official heading the response.12 May 01:44 AM
New ZealandMyrtle rust triggers seed-banking rushOfficials are scrambling to gather seeds of 33 native plant species in Myrtle Rust's path.11 May 05:46 AM
New ZealandTree house stoush may not be overAustralian carpenter says he and his friends will just build another tree house.11 May 12:57 AM
New ZealandAnother Wicked Campers complaint upheldThe phrase "I'd rather be dead than cool" on a rental vehicle was deemed offensive.11 May 12:27 AM
TourismHow DoC will spend its $76m windfallDoC will develop new Great Walks, including short ones, with part of a $76m funding boost.10 May 11:26 PM
TourismGovt $136m tourism push 'good first step'The government has allocated $60m in new funds for tourist infrastructure.10 May 11:06 PM
New ZealandMonster stoat caught in WellingtonA 45cm long stoat has been trapped in a conservation area.10 May 02:59 AM
New ZealandWorkers protected if seals die during rebuildWorkers protected from prosecution if seals die during rebuilding of quake-damaged SH1.10 May 12:12 AM
New ZealandSongbirds flock back to Whangarei Heads reservesNative songbirds will sing at Whangarei Heads for the first time in 140 years.10 May 12:01 AM
New ZealandKakapo, great white make DoC shortlistKiwi, Maui dolphin and great white sharks feature on a list of 150 species prioritised.09 May 09:16 PM
New ZealandMyrtle rust implications still unclearBiosecurity officials say the myrtle rust incursion's implications for NZ remain unclear.09 May 01:52 AM
New ZealandDouble checks on Northland plant disease test resultsLab tests come back negative for a second nursery as a third possible case is found08 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandStudy suggests 'gaps' in DOC genetics useA survey of 148 DOC staff suggests room for improvement in genetics-based conservation.08 May 12:24 AM
New ZealandExperts: Myrtle rust dropped in from OzIt was only a matter of time before a devastating fungal disease arrived in New Zealand07 May 08:00 PM
New ZealandTiritiri Matangi to lose most of its takahePlan to boost takahe population sees most of the birds moved from Tiritiri Matangi Island.06 May 05:00 PM
TourismNZ's lure as the 'loneliest, loveliest land'NZ's safety and natural beauty mean overseas tourists are flocking to our parks.05 May 04:28 AM
New ZealandOfficials work to contain fungal threatBiosecurity teams in Kerikeri are trying to contain the fungal plant disease myrtle rust.05 May 01:32 AM
New ZealandWaitomo struggles with visitorsWaitomo has a population of 9600 but more than 500,000 visitors flood in every year.04 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandMyrtle rust threatens NZ native speciesMany native plant species are under threat after myrtle rust disease is detected in NZ.04 May 02:13 AM
New ZealandKea Konvention suggests bird feeding banMaking it an offence to feed kea was just one of the many ideas put forward.03 May 08:46 PM
TourismDoC mulls higher hut fees for touristsThe Department of Conservation is investigating charging overseas visitors higher fees.03 May 06:00 PM
TourismDoC puts up hut fees on NZ's Great WalksVisitors will have to pay more for huts on DoC's popular Great Walks tracks02 May 10:40 PM
TourismSignature walk overrun: Tourists' complaintThe Tongariro Alpine Crossing has seen a 10-fold increase in visitor numbers since 1990.01 May 05:00 PM
TourismToilets unglamorous side of visitor boomThe daily airlift of human waste is hitting DoC's Great Walks budget.01 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Secret plan' to mine conservation landMining in the Denniston Plateau is being discussed, says Minister Simon Bridges.01 May 08:40 AM
New ZealandScene exam after body removed from Thames bushAn autopsy needs to be completed before a name can be confirmed of body in bush26 Apr 02:25 AM
