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
Waikato HeraldKiwi chicks produced by the hundreds at Taupō sanctuaryGallagher Kiwi Burrow at Wairakei Golf + Sanctuary is celebrating a big milestone.20 Oct 08:05 PM
Waikato HeraldCoromandel campsites reopen but reduced numbers in some popular areasCampsites at Fletcher Bay, Port Jackson, Stony Bay, Fantail Bay and Waikawau Bay are open.19 Oct 07:10 PM
Waikato HeraldRogue kākāpō could have been on the run for more than a weekA critically endangered parrot has survived up to 10 days outside the wire.18 Oct 12:12 AM
Waikato HeraldIwi lifts rāhui at Cathedral Cove, walking tracks remain closedVisitors are urged to see the tourist destination from the sea.10 Oct 01:35 AM
Waikato HeraldSpecial delivery: Six more kākāpō make landfall in WaikatoA sextet has joined Bunker, Ōtepoti, Motupōhue and Māhutonga at Sanctuary Mountain.14 Sep 10:04 PM
Waikato Herald'Doubt they would have survived the night': Men rescued from Mt Ngāuruhoe by chopperThe pair were wearing street shoes, jeans, cotton T-shirts and sweatshirts.04 Sep 10:30 PM
Waikato HeraldChilly bin-sized rocks fall at famous landmark as visitors ignore warningsTracks to the famous landmark had closed and would remain closed over summer.30 Aug 11:14 PM
Waikato HeraldThe smart science helping pull kākāpō back from the brinkScientists gene-map most of NZ's kākāpō to create the richest dataset of its kind.28 Aug 05:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Masters of camouflage' settle into new surroundingsBunker, Ōtepoti, Motupōhue and Māhutonga stake their spots after exploring mountain home.24 Aug 01:44 AM
