A little penguin/kororā with one foot has become a regular visitor to Auckland's Viaduct Harbour, causing a growing interest amongst Aucklanders. Nikki Grist, a Department of Conservation (DOC) Ranger ...

Nestled in the Canterbury foothills is a very special site with a rich history – Ōtūwharekai Hakatere Heritage – now recognised as a new Tohu Whenua site. Ōtūwharekai, a network of wetlands near the ...

Progress is coming to the Tongariro River Trail, with construction of a new suspension bridge - right next to the existing Major Jones bridge - due to begin on Monday 20 April. The new bridge, built ...

Glaciers scoured the Fiordland landscape for tens of thousands of years, carving the fiords, lakes and deep U-shaped valleys so typical of the area. Glaciers scoured the Fiordland landscape for tens ...

The long, slow flowing pools of the lower river provide ideal habitat for very large brown trout. These trophy-sized fish present a fantastic challenge for anglers, particularly during summer when ...

As a result of this consultation, an amendment to the Te Pēwhairangi (Bay of Islands) Marine Mammal Sanctuary management measures has been approved. It comes into effect 4 July 2026. With the Minister ...

Follow Earnslaw Burn through bush to the tussock basin at the head of this valley for impressive views of an icefall on Mt Earnslaw/Pikirakatahi. This track is for experienced trampers only. It is ...

You do not need to book this hut (first come, first served) but fees still apply. Standard Bookings not required - first come, first served 12 bunk beds This hut is on the Te Araroa Trail and can be ...

The 2024 Taupō Fishery Anglers Notice contains rules which all anglers must comply with. The Taupō Fishery Regulations also contain some additional legal requirements relating to the Taupō Fishery.

Adult (18+ years): $10 per night Youth (5–17 years): $5 per night Child/Infant (0–4 years): free Bookings aren't required. But before you go, buy 1 Standard Hut Ticket (blue for adults, yellow for ...

Avalanche Peak is the only peak in Arthur's Pass that is marked by a poled route to the summit. The climb is 1,100 m vertical from the village and over just 2.5 km horizontal. On a fine day, you will ...

John Reid Hut sits at 1240 m elevation on the eastern side of the Arthur Range. Access is easiest via Chummies Track from the Wangapeka and can be visited as part of multi-day trips to Kiwi Saddle.