Historic two-storey Napier courthouse sold, but to whom?
In Crown hands 150 years, sale plans were revealed by new owners in late October.
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'In a pretty bad way': Three pilot whales die in 24 hours on Baylys Beach
A few hundred people attended the stranding on Monday. Refloating attempts were in vain.
Stranded whale dies at Christchurch beach
Officials are planning a recovery operation for the seven-metre-long fin whale.
The small but mighty battle it out in NZ Bug of the Year
Contestants need a hard outer shell to make it in this competition.
Mahia shark warning issued after mass ‘whale’, dolphin stranding
Several shark species feed on whales and dolphins, including their carcasses.
Fight for historic Ruapekapeka Pā battle grounds continues
More hapū management is part of the action plan for the next three years.
Tourist death: DoC launch investigation after young girl fell from rock near viewing platform
The Department of Conservation will launch an internal investigation into the death.
More kākāpō exiled from Waikato sanctuary
The birds arrived at Sanctuary Mountain in July and September last year.
‘Whale poo’ discovery could make Whangaruru local $20,000 richer
A chance beach discovery by a Northland local was nothing to sniff at.
International rugby player killed endangered NZ birds and boasted on Instagram
'We f**kn love birds ay.'
Black, white and all over the runway: Penguin delays flights at Wellington Airport
Flightlessness didn’t stop a penguin from storming the runway at Wellington.
DoC wants a track to Cathedral Cove but no guarantees
A solution that is not resilient to climate change is not an option, DoC says.
Hundreds of protected birds take up residence in small North Island town
There are mixed feelings over the arrival of the 200-strong colony.
Risky and closed but 'thousands' still walking to Cathedral Cove
DoC has removed staff from the site because of public abuse.
Watch: Mass stranding - desperate attempt to save whales at Hawke’s Bay beach
Locals flocked to a beach in Mahia to try to save the stranded pilot whales.
Booming sea lion population has surfers, golfers, motorists on high alert
Pregnant sea lions are moving further inland than usual to give birth.
Video of man holding struggling gull by neck prompts call for 'punishment'
'I'll break your neck,' the man says in the video as others can be heard laughing.
Not 'a turkey': Tanker driver helps kākāpō dodge death
Motorist who saved a kākāpō from a Waikato highway initially thought it was a turkey.
Government asked to fund new 3000ha protected bird area
Zealandia founder Jim Lynch described the proposal as a 'super sanctuary'.
'Doubled' capacity: Inside the new home of NZ's largest kiwi hatchery
The first kiwi chick has already been born at the new facility.
'Destructive': Napier bird colony threatened by vandals
Residents are being asked to report incidents to an emergency hotline.
'Fish can't scream': Pregnant shark dragged to shore, cut open while still alive
Graphic video shows the shark being cut open and her live babies spilling out.
Make tracks! Busiest walking trails this summer revealed
Which trails are expecting the most footfall this Summer?
Don't share chips with gulls this summer, urges DoC
Sharing a hot chip with a gull might feel kind, but you're not helping them, says DoC.
Tūtira re-opens in time for Christmas - and the lake's good for a dip, too
After months of uncertainty, one of Hawke's Bay's most treasured assets is open.
'It was our home': Former owners defend their treatment of Lake Hāwea Station
New owner Justine Ross had described the property as being rundown and neglected.
Kiwi makes unlikely bedfellow in Bay of Islands
The iconic bird made itself at home in Northland.
Public feedback sought on bid to operate Tūroa skifield
The Department of Conservation is seeking public feedback on Pure Tūroa's application.
‘Totally inappropriate’: $5100 of public money spent on retirement gifts for DoC boss
Sanson said he 'played no part' in approving or organising the gifts.
Bush sting: DOC rangers set up hidden camera after native bush cut down
Rangers are asking for help identifying a man caught peeking at the cameras.
High Court condemns destruction of Te Urewera huts
A total of 29 huts were burned down at the direction of Te Uru Taumatua.
No room in the inn? Experts offer last-minute campsite tips
You may not get your pick of pitches but here’s how to find somewhere to stay.
Shine Falls closed but nearby Bell Rock open for summer
While one Hawke's Bay door closes - another opens for those wanting a scenic walk.
Assaults, abductions and abandonments: On the front line at NZ's largest wild bird hospital
"He was absolutely beautiful. We all loved him. He died after three or four nights.”