Recreation
New hunting permit system coming in May
Hunters will be soon able to access longer permits and receive automatic reminders a fortnight before they expire.
Swinging superstar takes aim at world record
Patrick Cooper may be on a playground, but he is not fooling around with his goal to break the record for the longest time swinging on a swing.
Thousands celebrate Te Āhuareka o Ngāti Hine Festival
More than 5000 people are expected to descend on Northland's Ōtiria Marae as one of the region's biggest iwi celebrates its culture, kai and unique dialect.
New guidelines aim to make outdoors more accessible
The new guidelines focus on improving access to places like beaches, lakes, parks, and trails, with a strong emphasis on making outdoor recreation more inclusive.
Hutt council to drain pools following outbreak of gastric illness cryptosporidiosis
Hutt City Council is draining some of its pools previously associated with cryptosporidiosis after a spate of gastric illness across the Greater Wellington region.
'Bewildered' experts not on board for fisheries changes
The government wants to streamline regulations, but marine advocates worry the changes would make fishing less transparent and expedite destruction of the ocean.
'Bewildered' experts aren't on board for changes to fisheries
The government wants to streamline regulations, but marine advocates worry the changes would make fishing less transparent and expedite destruction of the ocean. Audio
Bluff oyster festival risks alcohol license over preference for glass
The popular Bluff Oyster and Food Festival risks losing its ability to sell alcohol after digging its toes over glass beverages. Audio
Stoush brews over future of golf course
On Auckland's North Shore, a public golf course is fighting council plans to use their course as a floodwater catchment.
Takapuna Golf Course thinks council plans are below par
On Auckland's North Shore, a public golf course is fighting council plans to use their course as a floodwater catchment. Audio
Northland's Snapper Bonanza: Surfcasting competition winner pockets $30,000
A total of 1200 anglers from every corner of the motu took part in this year's Ninety Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza.
Gisborne locals to have say on alcohol rules in the CBD
Eighty-two percent of respondents oppose the current sensitive sites rule.
Belgian runner breaks speed record for length of NZ
Karel Sabbe completed the 3000km run it in 31 days, 19 hours, and 41 minutes. Audio
South Island fishers hauling in huge striped marlin
When Billy Collins and his whānau headed out off the Kaikōura coast hoping to catch tuna, they were not expecting to return home with a 67 kilogram striped marlin. Audio
Should you buy a bach?
There may be more options to choose from but there's a warning to take care.
Pet owners want Auckland Council to give dog parks a sporting chance
Auckland dog owners are grouping together to fight changes to dog rules in the city. Audio
Tora Coastal Walk celebrates 30 years
It's 30 years since the Elworthy family began the Tora Coastal Walk, one of the first multi-day hikes on farmland in NZ. It's been the key to this marginal farm's survival. Audio
Wellington's Fear Factory scares up its final frights
Fear Factory says a drop in visitor numbers and a Covid-19 hangover both played a part in the closure of its Wellington branch.
South Island pool takes high-tech approach to reducing drowning risks
A Canterbury swimming pool is using artificial intelligence technology to reduce the risk of drownings.
Record-breaking hiker aims to complete Te Araroa in fastest-ever time
Billy "Wahoo" Meredith aims to cover the length of NZ in just 45 days, averaging a whopping 67.5km per day. Audio
