Waikato Herald'Bring life back to the water': $26m boost for Hauraki Gulf restorationThe NEXT Foundation is investing $20m in the Gulf’s largest reef restoration.27 Oct 07:56 PM
Waikato Herald'Biggest new marine area in a decade': Gulf protections pass ParliamentThe bill creates 19 new protected zones across the Hauraki Gulf.07 Oct 08:29 AM
Waikato HeraldMayor backs quake rule changes as boost for Chateau TongariroThe 96-year-old landmark was shut in 2023 because of earthquake risk.30 Sep 07:14 PM
Waikato HeraldWoman illegally takes dogs into Tongariro National Park, posts about it on Facebook06 Aug 05:51 AM
Waikato Herald'Freezing conditions': Police rescue man on Tongariro Crossing The man called for help, realising he wasn't equipped for the cold.24 Jul 10:19 PM
Waikato HeraldSecond venomous sea snake washes ashore in CoromandelThese snakes are highly venomous – the public and pets should keep clear.12 Jul 06:00 AM
Waikato Herald'Highly venomous': Deadly sea snake washes up on Coromandel beach"Although they are generally docile ... it’s important not to approach or handle them."10 Jul 05:38 AM
Waikato HeraldWaikato 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
Waikato HeraldFeral goats' days numbered in 'unique' conservation parkAn eradication programme has won a $750,000 government grant to get it started.25 Jun 07:40 PM
PremiumPremiumWaikato Herald'It was my calling': Inside the Taupō farm taming wild horsesThere are 93 horses still facing an uncertain fate. 20 Jun 10:00 PM
Waikato Herald'A let-down': Iwi challenges DoC, minister over ski field dealsThey allege the Crown ignored Treaty obligations by not engaging with them.18 Jun 09:18 AM
Waikato HeraldNew hut in works as Tongariro Great Walk delays openingWalkers face a 20km trek between Mangatepopo and Waihohonu huts.05 Jun 12:01 AM
Waikato HeraldAnother protected bird euthanised after found with injuryRecently, Auckland Zoo put down an Antipodean albatross. Now another bird was put down.13 May 01:28 AM
LifestyleHow to not miss out on booking a popular NZ Great WalkPopular huts book out fast. Here's how not to miss out when bookings open this week.12 May 10:00 PM
Waikato HeraldTaupō family of six complete 3048km Te Araroa trail in 218 daysKids as young as six finished the trail with the whole family.07 May 12:07 AM
Waikato Herald'Significant milestone': Kākāpō boom in WaikatoIt's been the first time in more than a century that the sound has been heard in Waikato.01 May 05:46 AM
Waikato HeraldWhanganui and Ruapehu partner to draw in film industryMt Ngauruhoe in Ruapehu features in the Lord of The Rings films.03 Apr 04:00 PM
BusinessWhy a Canadian gold mining company wants to invest $1b in WaihīIs its investment dependent on fast-track approval? 30 Mar 06:00 PM
Waikato HeraldPest control initiatives, including hunting competition, ramp up in Waikato"If they (hunters) have any doubts, then don't shoot."13 Mar 09:00 PM
Waikato HeraldDigger does its duty to deal with invasive weedDoC is using a collaborative effort to remove an invasive weed species. 11 Mar 09:00 PM
Waikato HeraldNumber of wildfires on the rise, Fire and Emergency saysIn New Zealand, 99% of wildfires are caused by people.06 Mar 03:00 AM
Waikato HeraldWatch: Great white shark with rope around its tail sparks DoC rescue effortThe shark was seen in Waikato with a rope around its tail.28 Feb 07:46 AM
Waikato HeraldReports of dogs being walked on pest-free island sparks DoC outrageTwo members of the public alerted DoC to the incident that ocurred on February 8.13 Feb 03:30 AM
Waikato HeraldRemains of 79yo Auckland tramper missing since March found in Waikato forestThe woman went missing while laying bait in the forest with her group.04 Feb 07:29 AM
Waikato HeraldSeeds of hope: Globally rare habitat shows signs of recovery after 1000ha blazeThe October fire released about $9.6m worth of carbon into the atmosphere.30 Jan 11:18 PM
Waikato Herald‘Freddy the frog’ feature of minister’s mining strategyShane Jones wants to start a conversation about mining on conservation land.30 Jan 09:15 PM
Waikato HeraldJoy of Waikato orca sightings dampened by concerning behaviourThere were several orca sightings in the Waikato this month.29 Jan 06:00 PM