ChristchurchGlass, metal and plastic found in stomach of a little blue penguin“I’ve never seen things like that inside a penguin’s stomach."14 Jul 04:15 AM
New ZealandSecond venomous sea snake washes ashore in CoromandelThese snakes are highly venomous – the public and pets should keep clear.12 Jul 06:00 AM
WorldTime for a grazcation: Finns flock to 'shepherd weeks'Families pay up to 670 euros for a week as shepherds in Finland.10 Jul 07:00 PM
PremiumEditorialEditorial: The Garden Bird Survey is crucial for NZ's birdlife conservation02 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandNesting dotterels kept safe from large gravel extractions in the Waipawa River01 Jul 11:59 PM
New Zealand‘Like drinking Coke from a fire hose’: Forest and Bird CEO on ‘sneaky’ Govt nature reforms30 Jun 06:03 AM
EnvironmentWaikato eco-sanctuary first site to receive kōkako from HunuaOnce on the brink of local extinction, the Hunua Ranges kōkako have slowly bounced back.30 Jun 04:07 AM
World‘Tornado of the year’: Slow-moving twister captivates storm chasersWinds likely exceeded 289km/h, but damage was limited to trees and power poles.22 Jun 10:00 PM
WorldTrump budget proposal risks closure of vital US bee research labThe bee lab, essential for tracking native bees, faces potential defunding by 2026.22 Jun 08:41 PM
WorldThai tiger numbers grow with added preyThe project stands in contrast to falling tiger numbers in other parts of Asia.20 Jun 02:57 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldNature's role: Studies show green spaces help in reducing lonelinessSpending one to two hours in nature weekly may reduce loneliness significantly.18 Jun 01:56 AM
New ZealandFrom 5% to 70% survival rates – the conservation team taking eggs from kiwi nestsCatching adult birds to take their eggs may seem counterintuitive, but it works.16 Jun 11:05 PM
New Zealand1000 kills and counting: Golf course's predator control successHastings Golf Course bird life thrives as predator numbers decline. 15 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandFarm-to-forest conversions continue - reportClose to 40,000ha of farms sold for forestry since September last year.12 Jun 09:33 PM
TravelBetter than Barcelona: Best spots to visit for an authentic taste of Spain The real gems of Catalonia can be found beyond its crowded capital. 11 Jun 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Utterly astounding’: Govt pays DoC $20m from higher tourist tax, keeps bigger sliceIt's taken eight months to hear how the Govt will use extra IVL money to increase funding01 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentFamed photographer Sebastiao Salgado dies at 81Lensman celebrated for capturing struggles of humanity and perilous fragility of nature.29 May 01:13 AM
New ZealandDolphin decline in Bay of Islands as boaties flout sanctuary rulesBottlenose dolphin populations in the Bay of Islands continue to decline, research says.26 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandRare moth discovery could derail gold mine plansThe endemic and threatened moth species is only found in parts of Otago.26 May 02:00 AM
TravelHow to see Scotland in a dayIf you only have one day to explore Scotland, here’s how to see the most. 20 May 06:00 AM
New ZealandVandal chops down nīkau tree at heart of public picnic artwork in HaumoanaArtist Josh Lancaster designed the table as a place for nature and humanity to co-exist.15 May 02:58 AM
RoyalsPrincess reveals what got her through 'dark days' of cancerNature has been hailed as Kate's "sanctuary" over the past year.13 May 08:50 PM
New ZealandWatch: Humpback whale wows fishermen in 5-metre boatDave Hulks says his fishing buddy was a bit worried it would breach and land on the boat.12 May 10:47 PM
TravelVisiting Vancouver? Don't miss a stop at this unbelievably charming coastal townThis charming spot will make any visitor feel like a Hallmark movie character.12 May 08:00 PM
New ZealandWhale reported tangled in fishing gear at Tasman BayProject Jonah said the Department of Conservation was trying to locate the whale.11 May 12:23 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe flight of the butterflies: Photographer Deborah Kelland's emotional journey through loss'It’s like being in a snowstorm.'09 May 08:00 PM
New Zealand'10 billion web threads': The mysterious spider webs coating Hawke's Bay'Rolled up into a ball, it has the consistency of cotton string.'08 May 09:49 PM
New Zealand Itsy bitsy ... New jumping spider species with 'puny' genitalia discovered It lives under rimu bark, a behaviour not seen in other jumping spiders.07 May 01:53 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Travellers' thriving tree business that grew from the back of a vanMegyn Cordner and Lucas Prince started their business from the back of a van in 2022.02 May 05:00 PM
