Catlins
Protecting the Southern Rātā in Papatowai
A Catlins conservation group has finally purchased a section of the Papatowai estuary behind an iconic stand of rātā - a deal it's been working on for several years. The Papatowai Forest Heritage… Audio, Gallery
From Canada to the Catlins
Deborah Frandsen and husband Grant Gabolinscy have jumped off the hampster wheel to live life's dream. This is their second summer running Newhaven holiday park an idyllic little spot near Owaka in… Audio, Gallery
Talk the Walk - The Catlins
We explore the southeastern corner of the South Island in talk the walk today - the Catlins. It spans from Balclutha and Invercargill, straddling the boundary between the Otago and Southland regions.
…Undie Fivehundy: Owaka
In the new series Undie Fivehundy, the Country Life team visit rural communities with populations under 500. First stop, Owaka – the gateway to the Catlins. Audio
Sophie Henderson: Human Traces
Sophie Henderson, one of the stars of Nic Gorman's debut feature Human Traces, talks about the psychological thriller shot in the Catlins, on the coast near Owaka. Sophie plays an environmental… Audio
Sea lion deaths: $5k reward offered
A $5000 reward is being offered for information about the shooting deaths of two endangered sea lions in the Catlins this year.
Search for missing pair turns overseas
Police are speaking to overseas associates of John Beckenridge, who disappeared with his 11-year-old stepson nearly two years ago.
Diana Noonan and Carol Geissler - Women of the Catlins
Writer Diana Noonan and photographer Cris Antona collaborated to tell the stories of 26 women living in one of the remotest parts of the country - the Catlins region. Wallace is joined by Diana, who… Audio
Life in the Catlins: self-sufficiency breeds community
As well at its amazing scenery and history, the Catlins area at the bottom South-East corner of the country is home to a surprising number of creative people. Audio
Teapotland: a Catlins shrine
The list of tourist must-sees in the Catlins has gained a new outdoor attraction: Teapotland. Audio