Three pilot whales died on Sunday, including one euthanised by volunteers, after a group of 30 whales of a range of ages and sizes re-stranded near the northern tip of New Zealand's South Island

Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia and Pacific island nations are the only countries that remain free of highly pathogenic avian influenza.

The yellow-eyed penguin could become extinct within two decades, says DOC, with the number of known nests dropping by 80 percent over the past 15 years.

On a busy comments page hosted by New Zealand’s Department of Conservation, devoted fans track the birds’ locations on an app, discuss significant moments and even create art inspired by the ...

Some exposed pieces of the waka have already recovered from the site, with larger pieces expected to be uncovered. Photo / Manatū Taonga The partial remains of a waka have been found on Rēkohu Wharekauri Chatham Island.

New Zealand's Department of Conservation is looking for human representation for Taranaki Maunga after the Crown agreed to give up ownership of the land.

It’s a reality show about a loving couple waiting to welcome their new arrival, watched by thousands of ardent fans. But the stars of Royal Cam, now in its 10th season, aren’t socialites or hopefuls in love but northern royal albatrosses — majestic New Zealand seabirds with 10-foot wingspans.

The Ministry for Culture and Heritage, Manatū Taonga, has announced that the remains of a waka have been discovered on Rēkohu/Wharekauri, the Chatham Islands. The Ministry for Culture and Heritage, Manatū Taonga, has announced that the remains of a waka have been discovered on Rēkohu/Wharekauri, the Chatham Islands.

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