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The Secret Art of Naturing: A Beginner’s Guide

· February 11, 2026

Source: NZ Department of Conservation I’ll admit it: I’m addicted. Not to coffee (well, that too), but to naturing. It started small, a quick stroll outside, a sneaky breath of...

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Our Changing World: Going for eradication

· February 10, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand The Waitangiroto Nature Reserve is home to the country’s only Kōtuku breeding ground and the rainforest has benefited from predators being eliminated. Tess Brunton / RNZ...

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New Whakatipu View trail officially opens at Coronet Peak

· February 9, 2026

Source: Coronet Peak Queenstown’s easiest downhill mountain bike trail, Whakatipu View, has officially opened at Coronet Peak. The highly anticipated 5km-long, Grade 2 trail, opened with a special community celebration...

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DOC calls to report entangled whale

· February 8, 2026

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  07 February 2026 DOC staff searched for the whale – most likely a humpback – to disentangle it but have not yet found it. It...

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Environment Canterbury steps in on stench

· February 8, 2026

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Chair Dr Deon Swiggs says the regional council’s responsibilities are very clear: while the Christchurch City Council owns and operates the sewage treatment plant, Environment...

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Expert hearing panel confirmed for proposed Plan Change 120

· February 8, 2026

Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council and the Government have confirmed the appointment of the expert group that will lead hearings on proposed Plan Change 120.   Known as an ‘independent hearings panel’, the group is made up of nine members with extensive backgrounds in...