Central North Island
Date:
20 December 2017
If you're visiting the Taupo region over summer, there are plenty of trout fishing opportunities available.
Date:
23 November 2017
Anglers will be affected by a plan to reduce vehicle access to Lake Otamangakau near Turangi from December.
Date:
20 November 2017
Two whio have become this season's first customers at the Hardening Facility at the Tongariro National Trout Centre.
Date:
01 November 2017
The swing bridge on the Round the Mountain Track is closed for repairs from this week until March 2018.
Date:
20 October 2017
A brand new trap network aims to enhance the bush and birdlife at Opepe Historic Reserve.
Date:
09 October 2017
People planning to hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing this summer are urged to use a range of shuttle services.
Date:
03 October 2017
Source:
Ngāti Rangi – Uenuku
A rāhui (prohibition) has been placed around Te Wai ā-moe (crater lake) on Mount Ruapehu until midnight on 4 October following the tragic discovery of a 39-year-old on 30 September.
Date:
30 August 2017
Ngā Rauru Kiitahi, Castlecliff School, and DOC have planted over 900 trees as part of the Te Kāhui o Rauru Waterways Restoration project.
Date:
25 August 2017
DOC Tongariro District advises hikers to use a guide for the Tongariro Alpine Crossing this winter.
Date:
17 July 2017
DOC has posted new signs highlighting freshwater threats to the Taupō catchment.
Date:
14 July 2017
DOC is advising hikers and climbers venturing above the snowline on Mounts Ruapehu, Tongariro and Ngauruhoe to be aware of hazards they may not be used to.
Date:
13 July 2017
Tomorrow seven whio (blue duck) will be released onto the upper Styx and upper Arahura Rivers near Hokitika after nearly a year of whio wooing.
Date:
11 July 2017
Just in time for the school holidays, DOC is launching the Central North Island’s first two Toyota Kiwi Guardian adventure sites.
Date:
11 July 2017
If you're going to Tongariro National Park this winter, help the environment by using a transport shuttle.
Date:
29 June 2017
1 News has misrepresented the work being done to preserve and maintain the spiritual, cultural and physical wellbeing of the Tongariro National Park.
Date:
23 June 2017
Nineteen submitters on the plan spoke about their views at hearings this month.
Date:
23 June 2017
A kiwi hit and run incident in Raurimu last night has resulted in a plea from DOC.
Date:
19 June 2017
The new fishing season will see some changes to the existing Taupō Fishery regulations.
Date:
15 June 2017
Kids Greening Taupō events provide fun and easy activities teaching children about conservation which can also be done at home.
Date:
26 May 2017
The centre had a successful season with 43 whio from its crèche released onto central North Island rivers.
Date:
18 May 2017
Kids Greening Taupō hosted a successful conservation event at the Waipahihi Botanical Gardens for young families.
Date:
24 March 2017
DOC has started a process to consider off-road options for walkers and bikers.
Date:
24 March 2017
Volunteers around Taupo gather to celebrate predator trapping.
Date:
23 March 2017
A fun, free, whio day, full of family activities was enjoyed by visitors to Tongariro National Trout Centre on Sunday March 19.
Date:
15 March 2017
Keeping whio cool while undergoing health checks is now easier thanks to a generous donation by Taupō business Stevens Electrical Ltd.
Date:
27 February 2017
Kids Greening Taupō aims to teach children about conservation through fun easy activities.
Date:
28 February 2017
DOC has been working closely with Ngāti Hikairo ki Tongariro and all interested parties to improve the visitor experience on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.
Date:
20 February 2017
Three juvenile whio were returned home recently to the Pureora Forest after having been rescued as eggs and raised in captivity.
Date:
23 January 2017
A colony of critically endangered gulls has been making life difficult for its neighbours on the shores of Lake Taupo.