New Zealand'Doesn't look the best': Northland heritage site marred by tree poisoningAn elderly man has been fined for poisoning 50 trees near Kerikeri's Stone Store.09 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ in ‘firing line’ as scientists sound alarm over extreme Antarctica eventsExtreme events are influencing every realm in Antarctica, prompting a call for action.08 Aug 04:46 AM
TravelThe debate rocking the conservation world: Should you kick over stone stacks?Hey, hiker! Leave them stones alone!08 Aug 03:00 AM
TravelKiller whales teaching young to target yachts, say scientistsKiller whales have developed a taste for the ultimate quarry, pleasure yachts.02 Aug 10:58 PM
TravelRare forest penguins return to West Coast after epic 2000km swimThe yellow-crested penguins are back after an incredible Antarctic journey.02 Aug 12:15 AM
TravelThe historic hotel where you can get exclusive access to the best views of The Iguazu FallsWhy chase waterfalls when you can live next to them?02 Aug 12:00 AM
KahuAll ages gather for native planting in memory of Des RatimaWhānau gathered to plant a site in Whakatu as a living memorial for kaumātua Des Ratima.30 Jul 03:41 AM
New ZealandNew feathered residents carry message of hopeFour kākāpō are now living at Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari in Waikato.22 Jul 10:30 PM
RoyalsWilliam's zippy new transport method revealedThe heir to the throne has a swift new way to get to his meetings with the King.18 Jul 02:54 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Going native in a Masterton forest reserveThe 30-year story of how an urban wasteland became Masterton's native forest reserve.14 Jul 05:55 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOur forests and our future are entwinedOPINION: We are going to need more forests - both exotics and indigenous -as carbon sinks.13 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSolar farming interest increasesBut it's also a controversial option.10 Jul 05:00 PM
Politics'Tax the mega-rich': Green Party lays out policy manifestoMany of the promises hinge on the party's wealth tax proposal.09 Jul 04:58 AM
PoliticsGreen Party looking to snare Labour's disaffected votersGreen Party members are assembling for their AGM in Auckland this weekend.07 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleWhat do the different colours of mould mean?We ingest and inhale thousands of tiny life forms on a daily basis.03 Jul 07:42 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Time to end the ag-sector procrastinationOPINION: Sustainability consultant calls on farmers to engage with climate mitigation.02 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandBitter(n) end for rare wetland birdA rare wetland bird had to be euthanised after being shot near Kāwhia Harbour.01 Jul 07:36 PM
New ZealandDolphin mating scene in documentary should have been PGA complainant said a wildlife documentary that showed dolphins mating upset children.29 Jun 01:43 AM
New ZealandNative trees face chop due to flight path concernsAn aerial battle between humans and trees is likely to see botanic garden trees chopped.28 Jun 09:02 PM
New Zealand'People have all kinds of grief in their life': The art of talking about lossLocal abstract artist Kelly Shrimpton talks about using art to deal with grief.21 Jun 08:04 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyRenewables main focus for NZ deal-making in 2023 – law firmDLA Piper says the market is buoyant in New Zealand and Australia.19 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNo tall story: World Giraffe Day celebrated a decade onCelebration of world’s tallest animal highlights threats to survival, conservation effort.16 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandFake email trial: Grandmother found guilty of forgeryWoman wrote a fake postponement email for a petroleum-industry conference.14 Jun 03:40 AM
New ZealandRugby star's challenge to New Zealanders: save money and the planetBlack Fern Portia Woodman-Wickliffe is on a mission to reduce food waste.07 Jun 03:00 AM
PoliticsAct fires up over Labour's refusal to define mātaurangaLabour and Green MPs voted against Act proposal over replacement RMA legislation.31 May 04:32 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFed Farmers hosting roadshow on 'waffley' RMA reformThere is concern about a loss of local control over decisions.29 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandResearchers have lost Daisy the great white sharkSatellite tag has fallen off and there is no way to find her until the weather improves.29 May 05:23 AM
New ZealandThe slash report: Call for halt to production forestry in erosion zonesA report says there are just 5-10 years to "turn this environmental disaster around".11 May 10:51 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Major setback’: Public appeal to help save rare kākābeak plant in Hawke’s BayKākābeak numbers are steadily dwindling in the wild - the cyclone didn't help.10 May 04:28 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Wading into the environment, lizard guts and allFormer Wellington Mayor Celia Wade-Brown restores Wairarapa land to its natural state.08 May 03:39 AM
TravelRestoring nature while travelling: How to make a positive impactTrips that help the natural world.21 Apr 03:00 AM
WorldBringing Lolita home: How to release a long-captive orca?A killer whale held captive for more than a half-century will be returned to her home.04 Apr 06:10 AM
LifestylePlants cry out when they need watering - but humans can’t hear themRecordings show plants make ultrasonic popping noises likely heard by insects and mammals.31 Mar 06:08 AM
PoliticsShaw jokes Nats will dump Luxon amid warning of ‘race-baiting’ National/Act GovtIt comes as the Government sacrificed climate policies to focus on the cost of living.18 Mar 10:30 PM