News & Tips

Over the last six months the launch of an exciting new conservation initiative has seen researchers at the University of Otago walking into the backyards of 78 homes to check out and mark down what’s growing where.

Ever watched to see your dog’s reaction when other dogs are on the TV? Or (be honest now) covered their eyes when something that might upset them comes on screen? Well it turns out that dogs do prefer certain images and videos.

After a big and very busy start to the year some of our Topflite family took an opportunity to recharge on the Routeburn Track. There they were greeted by some of New Zealand’s wonderful native birds.

Since introducing the Soar Initiative in 2020 we have provided support both for the Orokonui Ecosanctuary on the north coast of Dunedin and for Forest & Bird’s efforts around New Zealand. Now we’re proud to share the news of our most recent Soar recipient – the Kākāpō Recovery Programme.

Don’t recognise the difference in song between a robin and a rock wren? Can’t tell a kea call from a kōkako? We’ve got just the website for you…

Micro forests, a body surfing companion duck and Steven Adams' worm farm: we've gathered together the top stories that nature gifted us in 2021. Here are the big stories from the Topflite news desk in all their sensational, natural glory...

In the heat of summer your local birdlife needs a reliable chill-out spot, a space they can drink and wash in. It’s good for them and it’s great for nature lovers too.

We are proud to have been nominated in the 2020 Westpac Otago Business Awards this year. After a rollercoaster of a year this is the cherry on the top of the energy cake.