Waikato HeraldMinisters apologise for ‘flawed’ engagement with iwi over Ruapehu skifieldsDocuments have been released under the Official Information Act.15 Aug 06:00 PM
Waikato HeraldMissing woman found dead after three-day searchJude Coxhead, 62, was last seen by family in Tauranga on August 12.15 Aug 04:41 AM
Waikato HeraldDrones being used in search for missing fisherman in RaglanThe fisherman went missing four days ago.08 Aug 01:32 AM
Waikato HeraldNew feathered residents carry message of hopeFour kākāpō are now living at Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari in Waikato.22 Jul 10:30 PM
Waikato HeraldKākāpō wild in Waikato for first time in 60 yearsFour of the world's rarest flightless parrots have been rehomed on mainland New Zealand.19 Jul 09:53 PM
Waikato HeraldTongariro Great Walk opens for booking: Is DoC's IT system back on track?Great Walk bookings reopen four months after “incredibly frustrating” IT meltdown.10 Jul 07:30 PM
Waikato HeraldBitter(n) end for rare wetland birdA rare wetland bird had to be euthanised after being shot near Kāwhia Harbour.01 Jul 07:36 PM
Waikato HeraldLocal forests hit by illegal tree fellingsDozens of plants in the Pureora Forest Park and Tongariro Forest were targeted.26 Jun 04:32 AM
Waikato HeraldGreen mistletoe returns to Pirongia Forest ParkDoC works with Pironga locals to re-establish tāpia/mistletoe.24 May 06:00 AM
Waikato HeraldBat monitoring a success in Pureora ForestBat stats used to gauge the effectiveness of predator control.10 Apr 03:55 AM
Waikato HeraldSperm whale to be reburied after cyclone scours burial siteDoC will deal with the situation at Wharekaho once resources and conditions allow.16 Feb 02:30 AM
Waikato HeraldWaipā District Council offices, facilities closedDOC offices, tracks, huts, campsites and visitor centres closed across North Island.12 Feb 09:04 PM
Waikato HeraldCathedral Cove closed due to an ongoing landslip and rockfall riskThe recent weather caused Cathedral Cove, walking tracks and camping sites to close.09 Feb 04:42 AM
Waikato HeraldDog owners reminded to ‘know before you go’ this summerThere are no one-size-fits-all rules, so it is crucial to do your homework.16 Dec 09:30 PM
Waikato HeraldPopular Waitomo nature walk closed due to erosionMangapohue Natural Bridge walk closed due to weather-related erosion.15 Oct 10:35 PM
Waikato HeraldOpoutere dotterels at mercy of careless beachgoersDoC ranger says people have walked right past protection signs.28 Sep 03:10 PM
Waikato HeraldDiscover the natural treasures in our own backyardFind all the treasures: there is plenty to see if you know what to look for.09 Sep 06:15 PM
Waikato HeraldTiaki – Tourism operators leading the charge for natureConservation Week encourages Kiwis to get involved in nature and help take care of it.02 Sep 07:20 PM
Waikato HeraldWaipā students treated to off-campus learning opportunityMore than 280 students participated in a mass tree planting exercise near Whatawhata.20 Aug 07:20 PM
Waikato HeraldMangaiti blessing celebrates official gully openingThe vision for the gully was to restore the native vegetation to pre-European status.13 Aug 07:20 PM
Waikato HeraldTe Paina set to be returned to iwi and hapūJoy and relief at return of historically and culturally significant reserve.21 Jul 02:30 AM
Waikato HeraldKiwis wake to storms and snowfall as dreary winter weather hits most of NZWith severe wind and thunderstorm watches in place, DoC warns it's safer to stay put.10 Jun 09:30 PM
Waikato HeraldArt auction to raise funds for Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari kākāpōMediums include photography, paintings, ceramics, sculpture and a contemporary tukutuku.04 Jun 06:20 PM
Waikato HeraldŌhaupō sanctuary now safe haven for rescued skinksSkinks rescued from a Te Awamutu development site released into pest-free Rotopiko reserve06 May 07:20 PM
Waikato HeraldMangaiti Gully restoration nears completionFurther 14 Jobs for Nature Programmes in Waikato receive additional Government funding.02 May 02:50 AM
Waikato HeraldWetland expert wins Loder Cup conservation awardConservation Minister Kiri Allan presented Beverley Clarkson with the award in Hamilton.28 Apr 07:20 PM
Waikato HeraldTake photos of plants, animals and bugs living around usScientists will scan your photos in search of new discoveries.27 Apr 10:20 PM
Waikato HeraldBat survey takes off in CambridgeVolunteer project aims to better understand how bats live alongside people.19 Apr 07:20 PM
Waikato HeraldFlying camera tracks down elusive birdNew work adds to knowledge about protecting threatened species.28 Feb 10:29 PM
Waikato HeraldOne bittern's nice try at Cambridge camouflageSt Kilda couple treated to home visit by unexpected avian visitor.24 Jan 01:53 AM
Waikato HeraldRaised leg-hold traps essential to protecting kiwiIf it's not practical to set raised leg-hold traps, opt for live-capture cage traps.13 Jan 06:09 PM
Waikato HeraldMaungatautari Hicks Rd access reopensA whānau trust is developing an educational walk to the reserve through Mangeroa gully.12 Jan 06:08 PM
Waikato HeraldWaipā joins special alliance to protect Waikato batsThe district council voted to carry on participating in the Waikato Regional Bat Strategy.11 Dec 02:29 AM
Waikato HeraldLive: 'Stay away' - Aucklanders to be locked out of holiday hotspots this summerThe simple message to Aucklanders is to stay away, Ōpōtiki councillor says.09 Dec 06:15 PM
