New ZealandTakahē pair thought to be infertile hatch chick at ZealandiaThe chick is one of only about 500 takahē left in New Zealand.22 Dec 04:56 AM
TravelWhy I went off grid after my kids left school, and why you should tooA solo trip can help parents move on from the school run. 20 Dec 05:03 PM
PremiumLifestyleFrom bongos to breakfast baps: My moment of fame on Great Barrier Island'If you didn’t want everyone knowing your business, you probably wouldn't live here.'20 Dec 06:00 AM
PremiumNew ZealandTrump, fascism, free speech and the climate: The Steven Pinker interview 19 Dec 07:03 PM
New ZealandCould castration be the key to men living longer? New study makes startling discovery10 Dec 05:49 PM
TravelSouth Australia’s surprises: Adelaide riverside tour and a coastal safari in wild Eyre Peninsula01 Dec 07:00 AM
ChristchurchWatch: Remarkable moment pod of Hector's dolphins seen assisting mother and her calf25 Nov 11:02 PM
New ZealandAsmund Keilen of Norway wins Nature Photographer of the Year 2025 His image Sundance features a reflection of a lone swift against the sun.25 Nov 04:11 AM
New ZealandWaves glow blue: What's causing an 'ethereal' spectacle at PāpāmoaWitness Barbara Cowell, 78, said she’d never seen anything like it in all her years.24 Nov 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Too big, too old and dangerous': Businesses back CBD tree removalsThe council clears four hazardous trees near where a woman was killed by a falling branch.20 Nov 09:02 PM
Travel‘It’s a bear – but quite old’: Walking wild Bulgaria’s forgotten highlandsWalkers trace Orpheus’ mythical homeland in Bulgaria’s remote Rhodope hills.19 Nov 07:09 AM
New ZealandNorthland holiday park ditches TVs to help guests switch off and spot kiwiGuests can hear kiwi calls and may spot the native bird after dark.18 Nov 10:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondKem Ormond: Why I'm all abuzz about my bumblebee deliveryOPINION: Bumblebees are the unsung heroes behind greenhouse-grown tomatoes.14 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandPenguin squatters keep Coromandel couple awake through the nightDOC staff say the protected birds must be left alone until nesting ends.13 Nov 08:31 PM
WorldMPs join call to free 15 penguins from London aquariumCampaigners say the birds have spent 14 years in a basement pool without light.11 Nov 06:00 AM
TravelWhat it's like at Tahiti’s new annual yoga festival“With everything happening in the world, I feel we need the space." 08 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandAurora Australis dances over Southland and Otago skiesThe sky above Kaitangata lit up in vivid green, red and purple hues.06 Nov 09:41 PM
OpinionThe Conversation: How NZ can stop the yellow-legged hornet before it spreadsOPINION: Experts warn early detection is vital to stop them spreading nationwide.04 Nov 03:03 AM
New ZealandWarning as 'Bird of the Year' begins attacking Wellington walkersWalkers are being urged to avoid Haywards Track while the falcons nest.03 Nov 08:03 PM
TravelHow to do Japan’s onsen towns right in winterGinzan’s ryokan is said to have inspired Hayao Miyazaki’s Spirited Away.01 Nov 06:14 PM
TravelAn insider’s guide to the best swimming spots within an hour's drive of central AucklandA new book has found NZ’s best beaches, lakes, rivers, pools and hot springs. 31 Oct 04:05 AM
WorldEighty-year-old woman becomes oldest to hike entire Appalachian TrailAt 80, Betty Kellenberger became the oldest woman to finish the 3500km trail.30 Oct 04:00 PM
TravelHow to choose your perfect Philippine island escapeThe Philippines boasts thousands of islands. Here's exactly which one to pick. 30 Oct 06:06 AM
TravelHidden gem awakening: Why Ipoh deserves a spot on your next Malaysia tripThis lesser-known spot won't stay hidden for long. 28 Oct 12:00 AM
New ZealandPossums as pets? Former Wellington mayor warns of risksLocal groups fear pet possums could undo conservation gains across Wairarapa. 27 Oct 09:30 PM
New ZealandToxic tourist: Jellyfish warning for Auckland and Northland coasts as waters warm upNiwa’s Dr Dennis Gordon warns washed-up jellyfish may still sting.27 Oct 03:11 AM
New Zealand27 pilot whales die after stranding on remote Northland beachThe whales were found on Twilight Beach, about 11km south of Cape Rēinga, on Monday.23 Oct 02:30 AM
TravelRural retreat: Inside the luxury lodge two hours from AucklandSet on a 600-hectare working farm, the lodge sits just two hours from Auckland.20 Oct 07:00 AM
New ZealandKiwi man's arm ‘fully snapped’ in Japanese bear attack Billy Halloran was attacked by a bear in Japan, breaking his arm and injuring his leg.19 Oct 06:23 PM
TravelWhy this Gold Coast hidden gem is perfect for a wellness getawayTamborine Mountain sits 525m above the Gold Coast, wrapped in rainforest views.15 Oct 07:17 AM
