VALs do not forecast future activity. They provide an assessment of a volcano’s level of unrest at the time the alert level is applied and communicated. More about VAL on the GeoNet website Video ...

DOC has an agreement with the owner of Big Hill Station for limited access to cross the farm and drive into the Ruahine Forest Park on No Man’s Road. 4WD is required. As part of the agreement, DOC ...

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

Date: 19 July 2023 The Department of Conservation in partnership with Ngāi Tahu is moving four male kākāpō from Whenua Hou/Codfish Island near Rakiura Stewart Island to Sanctuary Mountain ...

The Milford Opportunities Project (2017 to 2024) explored ways to do tourism differently at Piopiotahi and along the Milford Road corridor for the benefit of people and place.

A karakia and blessing by Ngāti Ruanui has marked the formal opening of the suspension bridge over the Manganui Gorge, one of the most striking features of the Taranaki Crossing project on Taranaki ...

This is a basic campsite in a beautiful setting surrounded by beech forest on Lake Manapouri, Fiordland National Park. Access by boat or via Borland Road.

The Whirinaki - majestic, primeval, ancient - stands shoulder-to-shoulder with the great forests of the world.

This popular tramp gives a glimpse of Westland’s spectacular forest, river and mountain scenery, with natural hot pools at Welcome Flat an added attraction.

Seals and sea lions belong to a group of mammals known as 'pinnipeds' which have streamlined bodies and limbs modified into flippers.

The kōura, or freshwater crayfish, is dark green and mottled like the stones it lives amongst on stream bottoms.

Picnic beside the Waiwhakaiho River and choose from two easy short walks suitable for all the family. Both walks can be accessed from the carpark. Stroll through tawa, kahikatea, matai and large ...