The weird, flightless birds of New Zealand
WildlifeDuring 60 million years of isolation, a host of unusual birds evolved in New Zealand, many of which are now extinct or endangered.
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The New Zealand convicts sent to Australia
History & CultureSoon after it became a British colony, New Zealand began shipping the worst of its offenders across the Tasman Sea.
New Zealand’s Alpine Fault reveals extreme underground heat and fluid pressure
NewsAn international team has discovered extreme underground conditions at New Zealand’s Alpine Fault, which is due to rupture in a major earthquake in the next few decades.
Not a lizard nor a dinosaur, tuatara is the sole survivor of a once-widespread reptile group
WildlifeA national icon in New Zealand, tuatara are the only living example of a reptile group that was widespread 60-240 million years ago.
Kea playfulness is contagious, study finds
NewsThese New Zealand parrots are the first birds to demonstrate ‘contagious’ positive emotions – just like how humans can make each other laugh.
Superb South Island, New Zealand
AdventureNew Zealand’s South Island is one of the world’s premier adventure destinations. Whether you are an avid hiker, paddler, mountain biker or climber, the South Island will answer your outdoor dreams. And it’s only a short flight from Oz!
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AdventureNew Zealand’s Heaphy Track packs so much into its 74.8km length it’s surprising more walkers don’t put it at the top of their list
Mountains to sea: Hollyford Track, NZ
DestinationsIf you’re looking for a trek that takes in stunning mountain scenery, as well as lakes, rivers, waterfalls, dense forest and coastline – without the hard slog – then New Zealand’s Hollyford Track should be on your list.
Kings of Karangarua River, New Zealand
AdventureYou don’t have to travel to far-flung places to paddle something new. As the winners of the 2015 The North Face Adventure Grant found, sometimes you can find virgin waterways in your own backyard.
New Zealand wants to be ‘predator-free’ by 2050
NewsPossums, rats and stoats to be targeted in world-first large-scale pest eradication program across the ditch.