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In a homecoming a hundred years in the making, the release of South Island tīeke or saddleback ( Philesturnus carunculatus) at the Brook Waimārama Sanctuary today (19 April) will mean that mainlanders will once again have a chance to hear the distinctive “cheeet ta-chet ta-chet ta-chet” of this rare wattlebird. Up to 40 tīeke will be released into the pest-free Sanctuary during the week, with the first group being delivered by helicopter from Motuara Island today. Sanctuary Chief Executive Ru Collin says that the release of the tīeke is a milestone for native species recovery in Nelso...

Press Release – Nelson City Council Andy Macdonald / Toru Collective In a homecoming a hundred years in the making, the release of South Island teke or saddleback ( Philesturnus carunculatus ) at the Brook Waimrama Sanctuary today (19 April) will mean that mainlanders will once … Andy Macdonald / Toru Collective In a homecoming a hundred years in the making, the release of South Island tīeke or saddleback ( Philesturnus carunculatus) at the Brook Waimārama Sanctuary today (19 April) will mean that mainlanders will once again have a chance to hear the distinctive “cheeet ta-chet ta-ch...

More than 1300 visitors were drawn to the natural wonders of the Brook Waimārama wildlife sanctuary on Sunday.

25 photos that will inspire you to visit the Nelson Tasman Like we even need photos to inspire us to visit the home of the Abel Tasman? Home » Blog » New Zealand » 25 photos that will inspire you to visit the Nelson Tasman Every single day I wake up and thank my lucky stars I get to call New Zealand home. These days where COVID19 ravages the world, we remain somewhat blissfully distanced from it down under, behind closed borders. One of the many perks of snuffing out community transmission months and months ago is that we can travel freely around New Zealand, mask-free.

Butler's wife Donna said despite his achievements, her husband was a reserved and understated character. “I suppose he was pretty typical – he liked sport on tv, loved his cricket and rugby and rugby league, and loved fishing.” However, from an early age he had acquired a deep love for natural history and the natural environment – with Sir David Attenborough being one of his heroes. Supplied As well as his work in New Zealand, Butler was also a regular visitor to the Pacific Islands in his role as a conservation consultant. “I guess it's something you’re born with," Donna said...