TravelThe ski essentials you'll need this season, according to a Mt Hutt Rescue patrollerFirst-timer or a seasoned professional? Doesn't matter – preparation is key.22 Jun 11:55 PM
New ZealandFit, experienced tramper most likely tripped before drowning in creekStephanie Simpson was on a lone hike in Mt Aspiring National Park when she went missing.14 Jun 05:00 PM
Travel‘His name is Gelje’: Everest climber accused of snubbing sherpa who saved his lifeA climber rescued from Everest was accused of ingratitude and ignorance.07 Jun 10:56 PM
WorldWatch: 'Dirtiest ever' - Sherpa slams shocking state of Mt Everest campsiteVideo exposes the rubbish dump Camp IV has become.31 May 05:28 AM
TravelThe Everest Base Camp trek: It's about more than just reaching the finish lineThe EBC is a trek that'll move you in more ways than one.23 May 07:00 PM
TravelEverest at 70: Hillary and Tenzing celebrated at world's highest marathonThe famous partnership put the top of the world on the bucket list for adventure tourists.22 May 07:00 PM
New Zealand'I had a feeling': Cave guide tells of search for missing studentJust hours before helping emergency services he postponed another school trip.10 May 10:35 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld‘I see no future’: Sherpas leave the job they made famousNYT: One-third of the people who've died on Everest since records began have been Sherpas.08 May 01:59 AM
TravelGreat Walks, good manners: Five steps of outdoor hiking etiquetteLook after your fellow hikers and the tracks you share.22 Apr 01:00 AM
New ZealandSupport group treated to tour of Pioneer Museum and Pukaha/Mt BruceA trip to Pukaha might be just what the doctor ordered for a support group.12 Apr 02:35 AM
New ZealandCrown agrees to give up Taranaki MaungaThe park will be governed jointly by Ngā iwi o Taranaki and the Minister of Conservation,02 Apr 02:19 AM
Kahu‘No more Egmont’: Taranaki Maunga officially welcomed at Treaty settlementThe deal consigns the name Egmont to the history books.31 Mar 06:40 AM
WorldAvalanche near-miss: Snowboarder's brush with death caught on videoWithin seconds a snowboarder and skier were nearly engulfed.02 Mar 10:45 PM
TravelGlacier Trail: West Coast asks for $60m cycle trail to FoxAn ambitious scenic cycle trail has passed the first hurdle.01 Nov 05:00 AM
TravelShocked climber brawls with bear on Japanese mountainA heart-stopping video has emerged of a climber's bear encounter.18 Oct 09:30 PM
World'Deeply anguished': 10 mountaineers killed in Himalayan avalancheThe trainee mountaineers were swept away on a peak in the Gangotri range.04 Oct 08:19 PM
TravelForbidden Kingdom: Bhutan opens multi-day hiking trailAfter 60 years dormant, the Trans Bhutan Trail opens this week.27 Sep 05:00 AM
TravelWānaka gains world-class ski route made from Antarctic igloosYou'll find the unique igloos only in Wanaka's Harris range and Antarctica.06 Sep 07:02 PM
New ZealandWhistle-stop trip to climb highest peak ends in tragedy for dad of three girlsPetr Mandik died during a rockfall while climbing Aoraki/Mt Cook.29 Aug 05:00 PM
TravelMount Kilimanjaro installs internet, social media-loving travellers rejoiceClimbers can now tweet, Tiktok and Instagram their way up the gigantic mountain.19 Aug 12:09 AM
New ZealandDeath of tramper sparks changes to DOC volunteer hut warden trainingDOC has improved visitor safety information on several routes in the Nelson Lakes.17 Aug 04:17 AM
TravelCyclorama: How Kiwis learned to stop worrying and love the E-bikeWho is New Zealand's first E-bike festival for?14 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandMountain climber dies after falling into gullyA rāhui has been placed on the mountain following the tragic death.06 Aug 05:58 AM
WorldRussian mountain climber's incredible act after reaching Mt Everest summitThe Russian mountaineer has been praised for her stunning act at the summit.11 Jun 11:35 PM
WorldMystery over climber's death solved as boot emerges 50 years laterReinhold Messner says discovery sets record straight about death of brother in Himalayas.10 Jun 11:36 PM
TravelWhat are the 4 types of outdoor fun?The Queen's Birthday Weekend is the most dangerous time to be outdoors say MSC.02 Jun 10:42 PM
TravelEverest Day: Nepal wants New Zealand friendship markedJust 190 visas have been granted to Kiwis since Covid.26 May 08:41 PM
New ZealandPeter Hillary backs Nepalese community's push for official recognition of Everest DayEverest Day celebrates the anniversary of Sir Edmund Hillary's first ascent of Mt Everest.18 May 12:13 AM
New ZealandCold snap on the way: Ski fields' snowmaking guns at the readySnow forecast down to 600m.17 May 06:52 PM
TravelItalian grandmother starts 22000km walk following Marco PoloAll going to plan, she will reach Beijing by her 75th birthday.27 Apr 01:06 AM
New ZealandSpecial report: The tragic trend making ghosts of our glaciersOur snowlines are rising at 'a screaming pace'. Just what does Aotearoa stand to lose?18 Apr 03:00 AM
TravelDoC hut defiled by antisocial visitors as guests tried to sleepHut users were accused of Antisocial behaviour and urinating on bunks.04 Apr 03:10 AM
TravelWhy ski lovers should book a trip to this spot ASAPOne of the world's best spots is open and ready for snow-loving tourists.30 Mar 08:49 PM
TravelLonely Planet shares 5 of Europe's best train journeysDitch the crowded airports and tiny plane windows for the magical world of train travel.29 Mar 12:31 AM
