Conservation
The charismatic kākāpō is booming, but its friends need help
Having kākāpō in the North Island wilderness again is an historic win for our native manu, but conservationists say other species are at risk of falling through the cracks.
AudioCould increased wild bird feeding be hurting them?
Interest in birds surged through COVID-19 lockdowns around the world as people found themselves stuck at home.
Using the Google search index, researchers recorded a surge of interest in bird feeding… Audio
Future of capital's native birds rosier
A recent survey by Wellington City Council shows no native birds are seriously at risk in the capital anymore.
The land that's washing away: 'Mass of mud' flowing away from Northland
Record-breaking rainfall in parts of Northland is heightening concerns about huge volumes of sediment washing into the region's streams and harbours.
Popular bird poll seeks 'Bird of the Century'
![Top, left to right: [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/collections-research/collections/record/am_naturalsciences-object-122214?p=2&srt=score&k=heteralocha%20acutirostris&ordinal=11 Huia] by Auckland Museum Ref LB 9129 (CC BY 4.0); [https://collections.tepapa.govt.nz/object/532016 North Island Piopio], Turnagra tanagra, collected 8 September 1900, Waitotara district, New Zealand. [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ CC BY 4.0]. Te Papa (OR.000212). Bottom, left to right: South Island snipe by Don Merton/Department of Conservation Ref 10040147; Laughing owl by Buthbert & Oliver Parr, 1909 at Raincliff Station, Opihi River, South Canterbury; Bush wren by Don Merton/Department of Conservation Ref 10037276.](https://media.rnztools.nz/rnz/image/upload/s--abejAB9r--/ar_16:10,c_fill,f_auto,g_auto,q_auto,w_288/v1690590667/4L54188_birds_jpg?_a=BACCd2AD)
The Bird of the Year competition is set to heat up as Forest and Bird seeks to find the Bird of the Century to celebrate its 100th year.
Auckland Zoo announces Sumatran tiger is pregnant
It is only the second time in the zoo's history that there has been a breeding pair of tigers. Video
'Bin contamination' Aucklanders increasingly putting wrong stuff in recycling bins
Aucklanders are increasingly putting the wrong stuff in their recycling bins, often resulting in the whole lot going to landfill. The council has found that so-called "bin contamination" in the city… Video, Audio
New Zealand needs ministry of the ocean to oversee its marine policy
Analysis - The recent failure of the proposed Kermadec ocean sanctuary is a striking reminder of the need for leadership around New Zealand's ocean policies.
Off the beaten track with Kennedy Warne
For the first time in nearly forty years, kakapo have returned to the New Zealand mainland. Kennedy talks about his experiences with the iconic, remarkable parrot of the night. Audio
A life-long dedication to NZ's wildlife
John Darby has quietly dedicated his life to science and wildlife conservation. He's a champion for the hoiho, the yellow eyed penguin, spending two decades supporting their conservation. Audio
Invasive aquatic weed found to have spread across West Coast
The invasive aquatic weed lagarosiphon first detected in the Kapitia Reservoir near Kumara (Kohimara) in 2019 has spread.
Kākāpō to live on mainland for first time in almost 40 years
The move of four male kākāpō aims to safeguard the future of the vulnerable birds.
Marine conservationist hopeful about new Fiordland fishing limits
The Fiordland Marine Guardians say new recreational fishing rules will hopefully help to rebuild hard-hit fisheries and maintain them into the future.
Departing Green MP Eugenie Sage reflects on time in Beehive
After 12 years at the heart of New Zealand politics, a Green Party MP who will not be standing for election in October speaks about her time in Parliament.
Bookings for Great Walks set to open
You'll finally be able to book a hut or campsite on one of New Zealand's Great Walks today.
Technical difficulties have plagued the Department of Conservation's booking system and forced delays since… Audio
Secrets of Aotearoa's lakes revealed through technology
A research project aims to get to the bottom of New Zealand's lake health and is using a Nelson-based tech company's innovations to do it.
Owners urged to keep dogs on leads around penguins after spate of fatal attacks
There has been a spate of fatal dog attacks on little blue penguins around the wider Wellington region.
Out for a duck: Visitor saved from uncertain fate at Basin Reserve
A Wellington woman says she could never have predicted she would make a sprawling catch to rein in one of the most famous names in New Zealand cricket this week.
Clean up of DOC visitor sites after wild weather ongoing
More than 80 percent of Department of Conservation visitor sites forced shut by wild weather in the North Island earlier this year have reopened.
DOC's $25m technology project flawed, reviews find
The Department of Conservation has botched its management of a $25 million IT finance project.
