Waikato HeraldDoC announces options for Cathedral Cove accessThe popular walking track has been closed since February 2023.30 Apr 05:37 AM
Waikato HeraldKaimanawa muster: Wild west comes to WaiouruThe wild horse muster didn't go ahead last year because of Cyclone Gabrielle.29 Apr 11:56 PM
Waikato HeraldKaimanawa wild horse musterWild Kaimanawa horses are rounded up on the Central Plateau and sent off to become domestic horses. The horses disturb unique native flora and fauna if the population gets too large so must be thinned out each year.28 Apr 12:00 PM
Waikato HeraldAlpine crossing lakes finally clear of noxious weedThe Emerald Lakes are one of the most photographed parts of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.18 Apr 07:00 PM
Waikato HeraldGo on a duck hunt with a difference in TūrangiTūrangi's blue ducks are definitely not your average ducks.16 Apr 07:30 PM
Waikato HeraldWaikato River boaties banned from launching at popular Lake Taupō marinaBoaties have to comply with a strict cleaning regime before launching at this marina.16 Apr 06:30 PM
Waikato Herald'Pull finger': Closed track a 'real problem' says MPWhat's up DoC? MP unhappy with what he says is a “very slow timetable”.13 Apr 01:00 AM
Waikato HeraldTongariro tramper died from medical event, not a fall police sayA rāhui was placed on the mountain as a result of the death of the tramper.10 Apr 11:14 PM
Waikato HeraldKaimanawa horses in desperate need of new homesThe wild herd is managed at 300 horses, but applications for rehoming have been low.10 Apr 06:00 AM
Waikato HeraldTongariro Alpine Crossing closed after tramper diesA person has died while traversing the Tongariro Crossing.09 Apr 05:00 AM
Waikato HeraldSniffer dogs keeping predator pests at bayDogs are an important tool when checking for pests on predator-free islands.08 Apr 08:25 PM
Waikato HeraldChateau bidders need more certainty, mayor saysThe historic hotel has been closed for more than a year.23 Mar 10:46 PM
Waikato HeraldConcerns raised over $1 million Coromandel fishing contestEvent organisers and fisheries officials happy with fish population and methods.20 Mar 06:36 PM
Waikato HeraldThe Devil beckons with craters and lava flowsTwo of Taupō's walking groups enjoy contrasting trips.18 Mar 09:00 PM
Waikato HeraldTiny bat rescued from a goldfish pond, ready to return to the wild after rehabThe native bat is being released back into the wild on March 12.11 Mar 01:37 AM
Waikato HeraldTiny bat rescued from a goldfish pond, rehabilitated and given flying lessonsThe native bat is expected to make a full recovery.09 Mar 01:00 AM
Waikato HeraldCommunity leaders cautiously optimistic over Cathedral Cove access trackCathedral Cove campaigners cautious over first steps to restoration07 Mar 03:10 AM
Waikato HeraldWairere Falls walking track closed until MayThe popular walking track will close during the week.06 Mar 02:16 AM
Waikato HeraldPig and deer focus of DoC hunting competitionThe annual Pureora Hunting Competition will kick off next week.05 Mar 08:00 PM
Waikato HeraldCathedral Cove walking tracks to reopen before next summerDoC announced the first steps needed to restore walking access.01 Mar 03:11 AM
Waikato HeraldAnd then there were four: Another kākāpō removed from sanctuaryMore than half the kākāpō in the mainland sanctuary trial have now been sent home.13 Feb 11:45 PM
Waikato HeraldVisiting the oldest tree in the forestWalkers share highlights from one of the many treks on offer in the central North Island.13 Feb 12:00 AM
Waikato HeraldCeltic cross discovered on ancient Kaimanawa wall near Lake TaupōAn amateur historian scraped off moss to discover a carved symbol.12 Feb 01:38 AM
Waikato HeraldThe small but mighty battle it out in NZ Bug of the YearContestants need a hard outer shell to make it in this competition.26 Jan 04:30 PM
Waikato HeraldMore kākāpō exiled from Waikato sanctuaryThe birds arrived at Sanctuary Mountain in July and September last year.25 Jan 06:15 PM
Waikato HeraldDoC wants a track to Cathedral Cove but no guaranteesA solution that is not resilient to climate change is not an option, DoC says.24 Jan 03:52 AM
Waikato HeraldHundreds of protected birds take up residence in small North Island townThere are mixed feelings over the arrival of the 200-strong colony.23 Jan 10:22 PM
Waikato HeraldRisky and closed but 'thousands' still walking to Cathedral CoveDoC has removed staff from the site because of public abuse.22 Jan 04:39 AM
Waikato HeraldNot 'a turkey': Tanker driver helps kākāpō dodge deathMotorist who saved a kākāpō from a Waikato highway initially thought it was a turkey.11 Jan 10:49 PM
Waikato HeraldDon't share chips with gulls this summer, urges DoCSharing a hot chip with a gull might feel kind, but you're not helping them, says DoC.21 Dec 04:03 AM
Waikato HeraldPublic feedback sought on bid to operate Tūroa skifieldThe Department of Conservation is seeking public feedback on Pure Tūroa's application.19 Dec 12:01 AM
Waikato HeraldKākāpō sent to live on an island after 'parachute' escape attemptsThree birds have been sent back to a southern island after escape attempts.28 Nov 04:30 AM
Waikato HeraldCoromandel camping sites full for summerSome DoC campsites will operate at reduced capacity this summer.17 Nov 08:30 PM
Waikato HeraldBowhunters swap forest for the river in the name of biosecurityDuring the 33rd World Koi Classic competition, the society shot more than 4 tonnes of koi.06 Nov 05:56 PM