This is a standard seven-bunk hut in the Wanaka/Makarora area.

Check which access roads into Mt Richmond Forest Park are open or closed. Check for alerts about temporary changes that may affect the safety or enjoyment of your trip into Mount Richmond Forest Park.

Te Uru Taumatua are working to develop a new kind of visitor experience – one that is rich with culture, appreciation of Papatūānuku, and care for nature and people. Manuhiri (visitors) are welcome in ...

This well-graded track follows a section of the old Bridle Track, the first link between Otago and Westland.

Dogs allowed. Keep dog under control at all times. Other pets on conservation land rules. The track is 1.2 km (20 minutes) from the Fenceline Track car park. It follows an easy gradient but crosses ...

Whanganui River is included as a Ngā Awa river to ensure DOC can practically support the aspirations of iwi, hapū and whanau to progress its health and wellbeing.

The 2024–25 tara iti/New Zealand fairy tern breeding season has ended, marking another successful and exciting chapter in efforts to protect one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most endangered birds.

With a leg span of 13 cm and a 3 cm long body, the Nelson cave spider/spelungulae cavernicola is New Zealand’s largest native spider, but it’s not scary – it’s scared of us.

Enjoy the mild climate, golden beaches and lush coastal native bush on the Abel Tasman Coast Track.

A new study has confirmed a whale research method has negligible impact on the majestic marine mammals – just as an exciting whale sighting off the Otago coast emphasises why this work matters.

Learn how to use the new licence sales platform to buy a fishing licence for the Lake Taupō district or Lake Rotoaira.

Kiwis heading for warmer destinations for their mid-winter breaks are being urged to check the CITES rules if they plan to return to New Zealand with tropical trinkets.