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Scientists discovered fossils from 16 species in a New Zealand cave, including an ancient parrot that could fly. The find reveals that volcanoes and climate shifts were reshaping the islands' wildlife long before humans arrived.
A groundbreaking sausage bait has reduced stoat populations by over 95% in New Zealand trials, offering new hope for endangered kiwi birds and native wildlife. After nine years of development, the innovative solution could transform the country's battle to save species from extinction.
Scientists discovered fossils of 12 ancient bird species and four frog species in a New Zealand cave, including birds that lived over a million years ago. The find fills a massive gap in understanding how the island's wildlife evolved long before humans arrived.
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New Zealand Cricket just made history by requiring a new professional league to include women's competition before they'll approve it. The move puts gender equality at the center of the country's biggest cricket overhaul in 21 years.
Kererū numbers have more than doubled since 2010 as native birds make a stunning comeback in New Zealand's urban gardens. From June 27 to July 5, Kiwis can help track this wildlife success by spending just one hour counting birds in their backyards.
A newly visible comet is gracing New Zealand skies this month, giving Kiwis a rare chance to witness a cosmic visitor. While faint now, the comet is expected to climb higher throughout May.
After months of tension over China deals, New Zealand and the Cook Islands just signed a historic security agreement that restores their decades-old partnership. The declaration ends a bitter standoff and unlocks $25 million in frozen aid.
Most of New Zealand will enjoy crystal-clear skies for stargazing during this year's Matariki long weekend. High pressure moving across the country means families can celebrate the Māori New Year under a stunning display of stars.
The kakapo, one of Earth's rarest creatures, is bouncing back thanks to an innovative conservation program using technology to track every single bird. Once down to 200 individuals in the 1970s, 236 now waddle through protected New Zealand forests.
Scientists discovered a treasure trove of ancient fossils in a New Zealand cave, revealing 12 bird species and four frog species that lived over a million years ago. The find fills a massive gap in understanding how the island's wildlife evolved long before humans arrived.
A 17-year-old New Zealander has found freedom from debilitating OCD symptoms through a groundbreaking therapy now available in the country. The treatment is offering hope to thousands who previously had limited options.
After 13 years of legal battles, an Australian mining company has withdrawn its controversial seabed mining application off New Zealand's coast. The decision protects rare dolphins, penguins, and seabirds that call these waters home.
A blood cancer treatment that works like a "Trojan horse" to destroy cells from within just received approval in New Zealand, offering hope to 2,500 patients with multiple myeloma. One patient who joined the trial says the drug gave her confidence to believe in her future again.
A New Zealand resident has successfully grown 11 oak saplings from acorns linked to the country's most decorated WWI soldier. The original trees grew from acorns given by King George V in 1919.
A critically endangered moth named after the Avatar films just won New Zealand's bug competition by a landslide. The tiny moth's big victory is shining a spotlight on conservation efforts to protect unique species.
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New Zealand's rarest parrot just had its best breeding season ever, with 105 chicks hatching after a massive berry harvest. The flightless kakapo, once down to just 51 birds, is waddling back from the brink of extinction.
A pair of critically endangered New Zealand parakeets has produced 55 chicks in just two years, now representing more than 10% of their species' entire global population. "Super-parents" Nacho and Trixie are giving conservationists real hope for a bird once declared extinct twice.
Two teams have punched their tickets to the FIFA Women's World Cup Oceania semifinals, with New Zealand dominating 8-0 and American Samoa pulling off their second straight upset win. The semifinals will be held in Hamilton, New Zealand next month.
Every single kākāpō parrot in existence lives on predator-free islands and wears a tracking device. After cats and stoats nearly wiped them out, New Zealand now manages each of the world's rarest parrots individually.
New Zealand just celebrated its biggest kākāpō breeding season in history, with 95 critically endangered parrot chicks now growing on protected islands. The flightless birds, once down to just 235 adults, are making an incredible comeback thanks to dedicated conservation efforts.
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