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Ballymena revealed as the second best place for stargazing in Northern Ireland
Ahead of the ‘Strawberry Moon’ on 22nd June, outdoor experts have revealed the best areas to stargaze in Northern Ireland. The study,...
Jun 3, 2024


All good thing’s come in 3’s – Belfast Zoo welcomes new additions!
In September 2023 Belfast Zoo welcomed three new additions to their Colobus monkey family. This adorable trio have been off show for the...
May 30, 2024


Ban proposed for onshore oil and gas exploration in Northern Ireland
NI Economy Minister Conor Murphy In the Assembly today Economy Minister Conor Murphy announced that he would bring forward a proposal to...
Apr 29, 2024


Get ready for a blooming marvellous time at the Portglenone Forest Bluebell Festival!
Get ready for a spectacular display of wildflowers as the annual Bluebell Festival returns to Portglenone Forest on Saturday, April 27th...
Apr 23, 2024


UK-wide ban on wet wipes containing plastic to be put into law
The UK Government will introduce new world-leading legislation to ban wet wipes containing plastic, the Environment Secretary has...
Apr 22, 2024


RSPB NI: Rathlin’s Return - The Calling Corncrake’s Seasonal Home
Corncrake, Crex crex. Photo Credit: Andy Hay RSPB NI is excited to announce that the distinctive call of the Corncrake has been heard...
Apr 17, 2024


Over a quarter of Hen Harriers lost from Northern Ireland skies
Hen Harrier (Image: Pete Morris) The enigmatic ‘sky-dancing’ Hen Harriers are a rare sight in most places throughout the UK, especially...
Apr 8, 2024


Executive committed to taking action to protect Lough Neagh
First Minister Michelle O’Neill, deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly and Minister of the department of Agriculture, Environment...
Mar 28, 2024


The Puffin Premiere: Rathlin's feathered friends are back!
RSPB NI is pleased to announce that the punctual Puffins have returned! As anticipation builds for spring, the first of these charismatic...
Mar 26, 2024


It’s an extra special Easter as Belfast Zoo turns 90!
Arrival of Daisy the elephant in 1930s Belfast Zoo turns 90 on 28th March 2024 and will be kicking off a year of celebrations for this...
Mar 26, 2024


Charities join together with the public to ban hunting with dogs
The League Against Cruel Sports and USPCA are calling on the public to support the campaign to ban hunting with dogs in Northern Ireland....
Mar 18, 2024


HM Coastguard team tasked to rescue dolphin
HM Coastguard's Coleraine team were tasked on Sunday morning, 17th March, after receiving a report of a dolphin washed ashore in Lough...
Mar 17, 2024


Plans to see more than 200,000 new trees planted at Woodburn Forest
Aerial photo of Woodburn Forest, County Antrim. More than 200,000 trees are to be planted in Carrickfergus through an ambitious...
Feb 28, 2024


Repair plan agreed for Waterfoot beach following damage caused by Storm Ciaran
Waterfoot beach. (Image: Colleen Rainey) Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council will begin repair plans at Waterfoot beach, following...
Feb 23, 2024


Translink awarded highest biodiversity accolade
Translink’s Kate Finnegan shows a ‘bug hotel’ to a student from Buick Memorial Primary School, Cullybackey. Translink has secured...
Feb 19, 2024


Plans accepted for proposed new walking trail on North Coast
Downhill Forest. Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has accepted a proposed development of Drumagally Trail in the north coast...
Feb 18, 2024


Basking Shark carcass over six metres long washes up on Causeway Coast
The National Trust team at the Giant's Causeway, County Antrim, have shared the story of a 'fishy tale with an Isha ending' after a...
Feb 11, 2024


Minister Muir pledges urgent action on Lough Neagh
DAERA's Deputy Chief Fisheries Officer Arthur Niven (left) and DAERA Minister Andrew Muir chat at Ballyronan Marina. DAERA Minister...
Feb 8, 2024


RSPB NI calls for immediate action from Stormont to protect nature and climate
RSPB NI has today, Monday, 5 February 2024, welcomed that the Northern Ireland Assembly has returned to Stormont and is again ready for...
Feb 5, 2024


NI Water highlights efforts on World Wetlands Day to preserve and protect vital areas of biodiversity
Natural peat dams at the Garron Plateau Special Area of Conservation in County Antrim. World Wetlands Day is celebrated across the world...
Feb 2, 2024
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