Stewart Island
145 whales die after stranding on Stewart Island
While 145 pilot whales died after stranding on Stewart Island, Department of Conservation says its focus is on saving killer whales that stranded on 90 Mile Beach. Video, Audio
Fears tripling visitor levy could damage island's tourism
A proposed tripling of Stewart Island's visitor levy is expected to provoke heated debate when it goes to public consultation next month.
Renewable energy on hold for Stewart Island
An ambitious plan to have only renewable energy powering Stewart Island is being shelved, for now. Wind, hydro or solar energy or even a cable across Foveaux Strait have been deemed too expensive… Audio
Shark Cage Diving bill
Shark cage diving around Stewart Island could soon be banned. Storm Stanley of PauaMAC5 and Shark Dive NZ director Peter Scott give both sides of the story. Audio
Come On Over
Bruce Hopkins is still hoping he'll meet Shania Twain. It's not looking likely. Audio
Going for the Record
Weddings and wading knee-deep in snow on the way to Wanaka...it's been a bit of a week for Bruce Hopkins. Audio
The Big Three
Bruce Hopkins ticks off the last of three big challenges on Te Araroa. Audio
Eat All the Pizza!
Bruce Hopkins begins his crossing of Waiau pass, but is dreaming of other things. Audio
The Smell of Fear
As he traverses the Richmond Ranges, Bruce Hopkins solves an age-old mystery. Audio
Late Starts and Duck Farts
The big climb begins! Bruce takes on the Richmond Ranges. Audio
Queen of the Cicadas
Bruce Hopkins is in Te Wai Pounamu, beginning the second leg of Te Araroa. Audio
Dances with Bulls
After an extended layoff Bruce is given a roaring send off when he resumes his journey. Audio
A Bit of a Dogleg
Bruce Hopkins faces yet another setback. This one might be a bit more serious. Audio
A Bit of a Jigsaw Puzzle
Bruce Hopkins fills in some of the missing pieces of Te Araroa jigsaw puzzle. Audio
Another World
4th generation Stewart Islander Bruce Hopkins chats to 3rd generation Islander Colleen Hopkins - his mum. Audio
The 1000 Yard Stare
Bruce Hopkins takes time out from walking Te Araroa to catch up with RNZ producer Justin Gregory. Audio