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Thumbnail of Rakiura Stewart Island.CREDIT Tom Harris
8th July 2025
4 min

Hunter’s Tragic Death Reminder to ID Target Beyond All Doubt

Media Release | Following a hunting fatality on Rakiura/Stewart Island, MSC is reminding all hunters to always identify their target beyond all doubt.
Thumbnail of Winter hunting.CREDIT Points South
7th July 2025
4 min

Essential Reminders for Safe Winter Hunting

Story | Going hunting this winter? Check out these important safety tips before you go.
Thumbnail of Aoraki Mt Cook2.CREDIT Bia Boucinhas NZAA Public Observation
26th June 2025
4 min

Avalanches a Timely Reminder for Snow Seekers To Be Prepared

Media Release | As snow increases across the motu and avalanches are reported in the south, MSC is urging backcountry alpine adventurers to check the avalanche forecast.
Thumbnail of Arrowsmith Range.CREDIT Bianca Bratton WEB4
16th June 2025
3 mins

New Avalanche Video Series to Boost Backcountry Safety

Media Release | MSC has launched a new avalanche safety video series, delivering a vital resource for backcountry skiers, snowboarders, mountaineers, trampers and hunters.
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27th May 2025
3 min

Firearms Safety Training by NZ Mountain Safety Council Ends

Notice | From 1 July 2025, firearms safety training in Aotearoa is changing and will no longer be available through NZ Mountain Safety Council.
Thumbnail of Kime Hut.winter.CREDIT.Caleb Smith
27th May 2025
3 min

Time to Pivot to Winter-Friendly Tramping Tracks

Media Release | As King’s Birthday Weekend marks the official start of winter, NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC) is reminding trampers to choose tracks that are suitable for the...
Thumbnail of Mueller Hut Route.CREDIT Pippa Schaffler
23rd May 2025
3 min

Trampers Boost Outdoor Safety With 10K Plan My Walk Reviews!

Media Release | NZ Mountain Safety Council is excited to announce that Plan My Walk has over 10,000 user reviews, boosting outdoor safety for hikers and trampers.
Thumbnail of Holdsworth Jumbo Circuit.Ali Middleton
15th May 2025
5 min

Tragedy Prompts Advice for Solo Trampers

Media Release | NZ Mountain Safety Council is warning people of the increased risks when tramping alone, following the tragic death of a tramper in 2023.
Thumbnail of Duck2025.CREDIT CasoCreative
30th April 2025
4 min

Hunters Reminded to Prioritise Safety for Duck Season

Media Release | NZ Mountain Safety Council, with Fish & Game and Te Tari Pūreke, is reminding hunters to maintain robust safety practices this duck season.
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