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Thumbnail of Albert Burn Hut Track | CREDIT Matt Ward Plan My Walk
5th February 2026
3 min

Adventurers Supporting Safer Outdoor Trips

Media Release | This Waitangi Day weekend, MSC is encouraging adventurers to leave a review on Plan My Walk to help improve outdoor safety for everyone.
Thumbnail of MSC PMW Satellite | Caleb Smith
2nd February 2026
3 min

New Satellite Capability Enhances Plan My Walk

Media Release | The Plan My Walk app can now be accessed via One NZ Satellite Data, adding another layer of support for outdoor adventurers.
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30th January 2026
3 min

Roar Countdown: Hunters Urged to Get Roar-Ready

Media Release | With only 6 weeks to go before the Roar, MSC is reminding hunters to prioritise their fitness and preparation.
Thumbnail of Aoraki Mout Cook | Cam Booker
19th December 2025
3 min

Aoraki/Mount Cook Tragedy Highlights Serious Alpine Dangers

Media Release | MSC urges anyone heading into NZ’s alpine to plan and prepare for the unique conditions, after two missing climbers on Aoraki/Mount Cook are not believed alive.
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18th December 2025
3 min

Coroner’s Report Prompts Safety Reminder for Day Hikers

Media Release | MSC is reminding day hikers of the importance of going prepared, following the coroner’s inquiry into the tragic death of Ho-Jung Kim in July 2019.
Thumbnail of Aoraki Mt Cook Linda Glacier | CREDIT Andrew Bridgeman Department of Conservation Search and Rescue Team
16th December 2025
3 min

MSC Responds to Climbing Incidents

Media Release | MSC responds to two separate climbing incidents – one on Aoraki/Mount Cook and the other on Sabre Peak.
Thumbnail of Paekakariki Escarpment | CREDIT Adrian Miller Plan My Walk
11th December 2025
3 min

Five Tips for Safer Summer Hiking Adventures

Media Release | MSC is calling on hikers and trampers to use the New Zealand Land Safety Code as their go-to guide for safe and enjoyable outdoor adventures this summer....
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8th December 2025
3 min

Planning to Hunt the Roar 2026? It’s Time to Get #ROARfit

Media Release | MSC is launching its #ROARfit campaign urging hunters to start their training now for the Roar 2026 to prevent severe injuries.
Thumbnail of Abel Tasman | CREDIT Lydia Persson | Plan My Walk
2nd December 2025
3 min

Star Ratings Make Plan My Walk Even Better for Summer Trips

Media Release | A new star rating system on Plan My Walk, will help hikers and trampers find the best trips for their summer adventures.
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