Conservation
First kākāpō of this year's breeding season hatches
DOC staff are confident a kākāpō chick born on Valentine's Day will be the first of many this breeding season. Video
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 16 February
This morning we spoke to the Prime Minister after he confirmed Eden Park will host a State of Origin match next year. We also spoke to Sir Graham Lowe about the announcement; The Vaping Industry… Audio
'We had to intervene': Govt bans taking shellfish from Auckland rockpools
The ban is for all of the Whangaparāoa Peninsula, and further north at Kawau Bay and Ōmaha Bay.
Timing critical as Kiwi wasp bait tech trialled on hornet invaders
After proving highly effective against wasps, Vespex is to be trailed on the yellow-legged hornet population.
Rat-free forest offers rare boost for kōkako north of Rotorua
Iwi conservation work has wiped out rats across 700ha of Kaimai Mamaku Forest.
Want to release your goldfish? Don't
Hundreds of goldfish, turtles and other pests are being pulled from a popular park's lake to be euthanised. Audio
Mining sector says rejection of Taranaki seabed plan 'embarrassing'
A group representing the mining sector insists the decision rejecting the Taranaki seabed mining proposal is not final.
Green MP seeks recognition of tohorā/whales as legal persons
Teanau Tuiono has lodged a member's bill which would give whales inherent rights.
Taranaki seabed mining declined by fast track panel
In a draft decision, the panel found there would be a credible risk of harm to marine life.
DOC becoming 'extremely concerned' about Wellington sewage leak
The leak may impact sponges, muscles, penguins and fish that eat particles in the water. Audio
Otago Peninsular close to being possum free
Tess Brunton reports from the neighbourhoods around Otago and Southland, this week she tells us a lovely story of an iconic Peter Pan statue. Audio
Killer ducks euthanised for eating native chicks
DOC's Dean Nelson says staff were horrified to see graphic photos of the chicks being eaten alive, as it was unusual for ducks to prey on other birds.
'Explore opportunities': US, NZ confirm discussions about minerals deal
Both governments released a joint statement confirming the possibility of expanding cooperation on critical minerals.
Government must be transparent about US minerals deal - Clark
The former PM has weighed in as Christopher Luxon confirms New Zealand is talking to the US, but says no decision has been made. Audio
Why did hundreds of eels die in Waiatai stream?
A few weeks ago, some locals in Waiatai Valley near Wairoa were devastated to find hundreds of dead eels in the Waiatai stream. Some of the eels, or tuna in te reo Maori, were thought to be 40 to 50… Audio
The latest on the yellow legged hornet problem
News from the Ministry of Primary Industries reveals that it has found 3 secondary yellow legged hornet nests and successfully treated and removed them. Using tracking, trapping and ground… Audio
Are modern windows hurting Kererū?
A Dunedin wildlife hospital suspects double glazed windows could be to blame for an increasing number of serious injuries in Aotearoa's native wood pigeon. Audio
Which bug is the mightiest of the year?
You've probably all heard of Bird of the Year, but Bug of the Year might be new to you. Much like the name suggests, it is a competition pitting critters against each other. (Yes, we know the word… Audio
Over 2000 litres of fuel leaks from Akaroa shipwreck into ocean
The boat was carrying 2240 litres of marine diesel fuel and around 120 litres of other oils.
Pest discovery sees semi-retired investigator back on the job
Detector Gadget, a rodent sniffer dog, is patrolling Ulva Island, Te Wharawhara after a young female rat was found in a trap there earlier this month.
