National parks are special areas of land protected to preserve their natural beauty and wildlife. They’re like nature’s own ...

Mr Potaka visited the Isaac Conservation and Wildlife Trust facility near Christchurch today, where he announced $22 million from the International Visitor Levy will go to restoring unique wildlife in ...

Seabirds soar over oceans, line coasts and nest on islands. When healthy ecosystems thrive, seabirds thrive. To celebrate ...

If you are a hiker or a nature enthusiast, Fiordland in the southwestern corner of New Zealand's South Island can be an ...

MetService has updated its orange heavy rain warnings for the Tasman district north-west of Motueka, the headwaters of the ...

The heaviest falls are expected in the Westland ranges with 180 to 220 mm of rain forecast from Wednesday morning. In the Tasman district, between 150 to 200 mm of rain was expected about the ranges, ...

A week that is starting dry and calm for most, is set to feature heavy rain and strong winds. Apart from a few showers mainly ...

If you had your sights set on hiking NZ's Milford Track this season, bad news: Bookings sold out in under half an hour.

People travel from the North Island to cycle the Around the Mountain cycle trail between Walter Peak and Kingston. (File photo)Robyn Edie / Stuff Southland could be the new kid on the block as a ...

The Great Lakes reached their highest ice coverage (52.23%) since February 2022. Lake Superior was the last of the Great Lakes to become ice-free on May 11, 2025. As of June 6, 2025, water ...

It boasts stunning landscapes that range from lush rainforests to dramatic fjords. The South Island’s Fiordland National Park is home to the famous Milford Sound, where towering cliffs meet serene ...

Plitvice Lakes National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it's absolutely deserving of the hype. Tip: go early in the morning to avoid crowds and see the lakes at their most peaceful. 8.