New Zealand'It gave me a purpose': Retiree reveals why he poisoned 50 gum trees in heritage reserveA Kerikeri man deliberately drilled holes in 50 trees and poisoned them. He explains why.19 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandAlpine crossing lakes finally clear of noxious weedThe Emerald Lakes are one of the most photographed parts of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.18 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandInfant whale washes up on BoP beachDOC staff and iwi were called to the site Thursday morning.18 Apr 01:55 AM
New ZealandWild deer illegally released or farm escapees in firing line as part of Northland crackdownSika deer illegally released in the Russell 35 years ago are the first to go.18 Apr 01:22 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWhy is the Govt slashing thousands of public sector jobs - and how will it affect Wellington?ANALYSIS: The Government's cuts will hurt, but their wider impact might be muted.18 Apr 12:58 AM
New ZealandWatch: ‘Amazing’ solo sperm whale sighted off Hawke’s Bay coastWhale sighting led to flurry of excitement in coastal community.17 Apr 05:02 AM
TravelDoC website crashes as people flock to book spot at 'world's best hidden beach'High demand was anticipated, with the DoC campsite being given its own booking window.16 Apr 11:05 PM
New ZealandGo on a duck hunt with a difference in TūrangiTūrangi's blue ducks are definitely not your average ducks.16 Apr 07:30 PM
New ZealandWaikato River boaties banned from launching at popular Lake Taupō marinaBoaties have to comply with a strict cleaning regime before launching at this marina.16 Apr 06:30 PM
New ZealandFast track approvals bill a 'beast that needs to be slowed down': conservation board chairNorthland's Conservation Board is concerned about proposed fast track legislation16 Apr 04:00 AM
TravelWe took our 6-month-old tramping: The best backcountry hut-walks with a babyStart them young! Here's a guide to easy, short hut walks for going bush with baby.14 Apr 07:45 PM
New Zealand'Pull finger': Closed track a 'real problem' says MPWhat's up DoC? MP unhappy with what he says is a “very slow timetable”.13 Apr 01:00 AM
New ZealandMeet Rayleen, the stingray making friends with port security guardsAlex MacGregor's patrols always include a 'gidday' to the stingray that keeps coming back.12 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandTongariro tramper died from medical event, not a fall police sayA rāhui was placed on the mountain as a result of the death of the tramper.10 Apr 11:14 PM
New ZealandKaimanawa horses in desperate need of new homesThe wild herd is managed at 300 horses, but applications for rehoming have been low.10 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandPublic sector cuts: 130 net roles face chop at Department of ConservationIt's the latest agency to target jobs as a way to meet govt's directed cost savings.10 Apr 02:13 AM
New Zealand'Pretty remarkable': 600 native frogs rehomed during Brynderwyns roading projectThere are strict protocols for construction in the environmentally sensitive Brynderwyns.09 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandTongariro Alpine Crossing closed after tramper diesA person has died while traversing the Tongariro Crossing.09 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandSniffer dogs keeping predator pests at bayDogs are an important tool when checking for pests on predator-free islands.08 Apr 08:25 PM
TravelDoC huts and campsites open for summer bookings from todayThey’re likely to be just as popular, but slightly pricier than you remember.08 Apr 07:31 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKate MacNamaraPublic Purse: Planned cuts to public service won't even wind back last six months of expansionOPINION: Eight new agencies across the public service helped fuel record staffing levels.08 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand15m whale washes up on Parapara Beach, Golden BayInvestigations are under way to find out what the whale's exact species is.03 Apr 01:06 AM
New ZealandPlan to sink Hawke's Bay fishing trawler to provide home for marine lifeRetiring to the reef, the Twofold Bay trawler is to be given a second life.01 Apr 11:33 PM
New ZealandRangers capture water dragon released in reserveThe native Australian semi-aquatic lizard was considered a threat to NZ wildlife.01 Apr 09:22 PM
EnvironmentDoC spent nearly $500k to kill one stoat in FiordlandIt took eight months to capture the stoat, documents show.01 Apr 06:59 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHeritage painting inside Chateau Tongariro ‘drooping, cracking’Sagging canvas, flaking paint and cracks in historic painting. Who's responsible?30 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandOdd visitor to supermarket carpark keeps shoppers guessingAn odd-looking gull is causing bird-watchers to do a double take.28 Mar 10:00 PM
New ZealandChateau bidders need more certainty, mayor saysThe historic hotel has been closed for more than a year.23 Mar 10:46 PM
New Zealand'Huge worry': Cost of living threatens Kaimanawa horse adoptionsSo far only a handful of applications for horses have come through for the 2024 muster.21 Mar 08:22 PM
New ZealandNew tool helps New Zealand's rarest bird reach record breeding seasonThe 3D-printed replica eggs help preserve the nests while the real eggs are incubated.20 Mar 11:11 PM
New ZealandConcerns raised over $1 million Coromandel fishing contestEvent organisers and fisheries officials happy with fish population and methods.20 Mar 06:36 PM
New ZealandMore than 3500 eels found dead in stream: Second mass death this yearIt was a shock to see so many elvers dead.20 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandStranded whale in Canterbury put to sleep due to ‘very challenging conditions’The difficult decision was made after refloating was not possible.19 Mar 10:53 PM
TravelAre Great Walks still good value? Hut prices rise by almost 20%On the Milford Track 30 years ago Kiwis paid a $3 maintenance fee - now it's $100 a night.19 Mar 08:30 PM
