How a narrow escape led NZ author to write about trampers who go missing and those determined to find them
In the winter of 2004, two friends and I went walking in Lees Valley, an area of rugged…
Group of injured trampers rescued from Mt Taranaki by helicopter
One was stuck because of the icy conditions, with photos taken by a search and rescue member showing…
Northland’s Cape Brett track change sparks drowning concerns
“Walkers are being funnelled into conditions that can involve deep water, strong currents and limited escape routes. “This…
Tongariro National Park fire: 300 hectares burning, trampers being airlifted out
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Northern Circuit are currently impacted and will remain closed tomorrow. A bush fire…
Police rescue disoriented trampers from Raglan bush
Jazlyn Whales Journalist·NZ Herald· 18 Oct, 2025 06:55 PMQuick Read Subscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require…